Kahiwa | Cafe & Bakery — Restaurant in Lahti sub-region

One of my favourites and wish it was located in Helsinki. The place is excellent for a proper cup of coffee and some fresh buns. And the bread that is baked on Wednesdays if I remember correctly (and runs out quickly) is amazing. The staff takes the time for each customer, so if it's busy, be prepared to wait a little. Personally I think that's the only right way to serve, but everyone might not, as we hear on the comments. The coffee selection varies, some are for my taste and others not as much, so I always ask the staff about the...

A pleasing, warm space with comfy sofas and arm chairs. The coffee was delicious (I had the dark roast) and the staff clearly know what they’re doing from the questions and the coffee accoutrements spread around the place. The staff were reserved and charming. Possibly the best bathroom I’ve been to in a while (gender neutral). Music at the perfect volume for quiet conversation. I want the big leather sofa for...

I visit a lot of coffeeshops while traveling and came to Lahti in large part to try this place and it was absolutely worth the 2hr train journey.

The coffee is as good as it gets and the baristas are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate. Food is great and not too expensive and location is comfy.

One of the best coffee spots in Finland. If you love a good specialty filter coffee - go to...