Farm — Restaurant in Tallinn

Dining at Farm is nothing short of remarkable – an experience that confidently holds its own against Michelin-starred restaurants, yet at a refreshingly accessible price.

The evening began with starters that immediately set the tone: the beef tartare and whitefish were exemplary in execution. The tartare was clean yet layered, with every bite revealing depth and balance. The whitefish starter impressed with its subtle freshness, lifted by precisely judged acidity that brightened rather than dominated. Both showcased not only technical mastery but also the beauty of Estonia’s own produce, which shines through every plate.

The main courses maintained this high standard. The lamb rump steak was cooked with precision, its natural flavor elevated without being overshadowed. The quail stood out as a highlight of the evening – tender, elegantly plated, and paired with corn so inventive and texturally satisfying that it became a dish of its own. Plating throughout was thoughtful and refined, never fussy, letting the ingredients speak with clarity.

Dessert was the only slight misstep: a lemon sorbet that leaned too far into sweetness. Its creamy consistency suggested a deliberate balance, but in the process the delicate dandelion syrup was sadly lost.

What made the experience even more impressive: everything was prepared gluten-free, without compromise in texture, flavor, or presentation. The open view into the kitchen added another layer of delight – watching the calm precision of the team at work gave a glimpse into the craft behind the plates. Service was friendly and attentive, though less formal than what fine dining often demands in other countries. This may simply reflect Estonia’s more relaxed style of hospitality, but it’s worth noting for those expecting a highly polished service experience. Tips were collected via QR code, with the assurance that part of it goes to the kitchen – something I sincerely hope is indeed the case, as the team behind these dishes fully deserves it.

If there was one small atmospheric detail missing, it would be cloth napkins to fully match the sophistication of the cuisine. Beyond that, Farm offers a dining experience of rare caliber – balanced, confident, rooted in local flavors, and...

Visited during Tallinn Restaurant Week. 3-course dinner menu 40€.

All dishes were very well performed and flavourful.

Entrée- The cod liver mousse with toast on side was very delicate. Red caviar added a nice salty touch.

Main dish - Grilled lamb fillet was of superb quality - very soft and grilled, just as I’ve asked, medium rare. Celery root purée was delicate. Cognac sauce added a savory note. My only concern is the portion size. If I would order it a la carte at 35€, I would be extremely disappointed with the small size of portion. If however, the resto reduced the portion within Restaurants Week project, then it’s even worse imho.

Dessert - black bread soup (though on event it was announced as pudding and those are two different things) with berry sorbet and sour cream mousse - it was good and flavourful, nicely served too.

The reason I rate 4 and not 5 was because of my main dish size/price ratio - totally out of balance. The second reason was the wine list. Estonian wines are represented only by Murimäe. Being sommelier I know an array of great Estonian wine producers, that would give guests a much more exciting experience.

Another reason is that the rhubarb sparkling wine we ordered was warm and if I wouldn’t have brought it to attention, the girl wanted to pour it out as it was. Moreover, she offered to bring some ice to put in a glass - I appreciate the good intention, but it’s a definite and strong NO-NO (why would anyone want to ruin a good wine with ice?).

Otherwise the service was very nice and attentive.

I really enjoyed it is an elegant restaurant one...

To be one of the best restaurants anywhere means you have to have the combination of great food, exceptional service, and good value. Farm delivers all that. Granted, it was a bit difficult to find at night, but worth the search.

We had an appetizer of salmon carpaccio, lightly salted, and garnished with green apple, cucumber and chives. It was absolutely delicious and the perfect start to our meal. The wine list was fairly extensive to meet any taste and budget. For our main, I wanted the lamb, but surprisingly, for an early Friday evening, I was told they were out of lamb. We both ended up with duck breast and I don't regret the last minute substitution. Cooked to perfection, tender and juicy. The accompanying smoked risotto was unique and tasty.

Service was very attentive and helpful, keeping our wine glasses filled and describing the menu items for us. Our waiter checked on us regularly without hovering. But the frosting to this culinary cake was the bill; very reasonable for both the quality and quantity of food. What I don't understand is how this place can be ranked lower than some of the inferior places we ate that are ranked higher and extremely overrated. I, for one, want to give praise where it's truly due. I definitely would return the next time we...