7 Tasty Restaurants in Levi, Finland (Off-the-Slopes Options)

Levi, Finland is one of the most famous ski resorts in Finland and while most people head up that way for an on-the-slopes adventure, there is plenty to do when your ski day wraps up. And, one of my favorite things to do is eat!

There are several delicious restaurants in Levi and this guide is in no way complete because I have a few more spots to check out (I list them at the end of this guide).

Since Levi is only a two-hour drive from where I live, consider this a live guide and I will continue adding to it each time I go back if I discover additional places I love.

I will preface this guide by saying that I am leaving restaurants that are located on the slopes off of this guide. Honestly, they do their job, but they are rarely anything to write home about. You can certainly find better food in Levi than at these spots.

Did I miss any tasty Levi restaurants below? Let me know in the comments (so I can check them out myself).

Delicious Restaurants in Levi

1. NiliPoro

📍 Location: Torikuja 4
☎️ Reservations: Only accepted for groups of 6 or more

This is, hands down, one of my favorite restaurants in Finland. NiliPoro is situated in the center of Levi and it is almost always teeming with hungry customers (including a lot of Finns).

They do not take reservations for groups under 6, so you will likely have a short wait before getting seated. But, it is worth it and the best spot for traditional food in Levi!

NiliPoro specializes in ‘poro’… or reindeer! It is Sami-owned and the menu is almost entirely made up of reindeer dishes. When I dined there, the menu had one vegetarian option and one fish option on it. The rest of it was reindeer.

We ordered a reindeer tapas as well as two different reindeer main courses. I got the reindeer steak of the day and my partner got the slow braised reindeer shank. Both were stellar and the portions were huge and affordably priced (for Finland).

You can also purchase items to take home like reindeer sausages, dehydrated meats, etc. I can’t say enough great things about this place. It is a smaller restaurant, so I suggest going in with minimal clothing after you freshen up from your ski day.

NiliPoro is open on Mondays from 3pm until 10pm and Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm until 10pm. They are closed on Sundays.

2. Kekäle

📍 Location: Levintie 1590
☎️ Reservations: Required

Located in the Levi Hotel Spa, Kekale is a casual fine-dining restaurant that is a wonderful place to head in the evening when you’re looking for a delicious meal and some wine.

Head Chef Tuomo Kallo offers a diverse menu where several dishes are cooked over an open charcoal grill in the kitchen (it is an open kitchen).

I ordered a reindeer sirloin that was cooked to perfection. It came with parsnips, mushrooms, lingonberries, and a flavorful bone marrow sauce. While the price was a bit steeper than NiliPoro, it was so tasty that I didn’t care.

I would recommend ordering a starter or two to share as the main courses are not huge. I was plenty full, but I also snacked before going to the restaurant.

Kekale is open daily from 6pm until 10pm during the high season and has limited hours from March 31 to May 10 and the summer. They are closed from May 12 until June 19. Reservations are advised!

3. Lost Tacos

📍 Location: Leviraitti 1
☎️ Reservations: Not required (but you can make one)

I remember stumbling upon this place on my first trip to Levi two years ago and being shocked that there was a taco spot in Levi. I am always a bit hesitant with eating Mexican food on this side of the Atlantic but this place was pretty delicious!

Lost Tacos uses 100% blue corn tortillas and some of their menu items have a Lappish twist to them – like their sea buckthorn and jalapeno vinaigrette or their rainbow trout ceviche.

While I love the flavors of this place, it can be a bit pricy on the taco side of things. I got three tacos on my first trip and this last time I opted for the burrito bowl. There are plenty of sides and vegetarian options available.

Lost Tacos Levi is open daily from 2pm until 11pm (but the kitchen closes at 10pm).

4. Pizza de Levi

📍 Location: Torikuja 5
☎️ Reservations: No

I was excited to find Neapolitan-style pizza when I was visiting Levi, so we made sure to stop in on our last day as it was a Sunday and Pizza de Levi opened earlier than other restaurants in town.

They have a wood-fired pizza oven in their open kitchen and the restaurant is fairly spacious but it also seems to always be full!

On the menu, you’ll find an array of pizzas from a classic margherita to a diavolo. And, of course, what would a menu be without a Lapland-inspired option?! They have a Lapland pizza with minced reindeer, lingonberries, etc.

Pizza de Levi is a good spot to hit up if you’re looking for something that caters to most palates and something located in the heart of the city. They are open daily from 12pm until 10pm.

5. Salteriet Levi

📍 Location: Torikuja 5
☎️ Reservations: No

Renowned for its schnitzels, Salteriet Levi is a fantastic option for those staying in the city who want tasty food in an inviting atmosphere.

The reason I love this spot is that its roots are on the Åland Islands, and it brings me back to my quick trip there in 2018. The founders of Salteriet focus on bringing the archipelago’s atmosphere and flavors to the heart of Levi with their creative menu.

Their menu is an array of different types of schnitzels and burgers, including a breaded perch fillet burger or a sausage schnitzel with a smoked reindeer cheese filling. Vegetarian options are available.

Salteriet Levi is open daily from 2pm until 10pm (but the kitchen closes at 9:30pm).

6. Ravintola Ämmilä

📍 Location: Rakkavaarantie 3
☎️ Reservations: Would make one in winter

I recently went through Levi on my way north from Rovaniemi and I was so excited to test out some of my favorite restaurants in the resort town.

I grabbed my Google Maps and looked and looked and everywhere (except Burger King and Koti Pizza) said ‘Temporarily Closed‘. Welcome to summer in Levi!

Fortunately, I found Ravintola Ämmilä, the restaurant that is part of the Hullu Poro Hotel (Crazy Reindeer Hotel). I was so excited to get a nice cooked meal that wasn’t as artery-clogging as a burger from a chain and I was even more excited when the food came out and it didn’t disappoint.

The menu is diverse and you can find everything from burgers (a good budget option) to a reindeer steak. There are also vegetarian and vegan options. I have only visited in summer, but I would highly advise booking a table if you’re traveling to Levi during the winter.

Ravintola Ämmilä is open daily from 11am until 9pm during the summer. I will update the winter hours once they are available.

7. Restaurant Utsu

📍 Location: Harjatie 4 (Levin Iglut Resort)
☎️ Reservations: Yes

I recently stayed at Levi OloResort for a night and their restaurant wasn’t open for the season yet, so I booked a table at Levin Iglut’s Restaurant Utsu.

I knew Restaurant Utsu was having a special autumn menu where you had to commit to 3 or 4 courses and it was kind of a ‘surprise’. Nevertheless, we ended up with a duck appetizer, Arctic char main dish, and a dessert that contained pepper ice cream (yes, you read that right).

The innovation behind each dish was mind-blowing. I am not one who typically orders fish when I go out, but the ingenuity behind the dish made it a meal I won’t forget for a long time. While I had something likely not on a permanent menu, I am confident that anything the chef there prepares or creates is outstanding.

I am already preparing a visit out there this winter to see what else they have to offer! Restaurant Utsu is open daily from 5pm until 10pm. They offer service to non-guests if you pre-book, so be sure to make a reservation far in advance!

Additional Levi Restaurants to Check Out

While I haven’t had a chance to visit everywhere yet, it is mostly because of the opening hours! Here are some other spots that are next on my list and that get good reviews. I will hopefully be adding them to the list once I have a chance to check them out personally!

• Chef’s Burger
• King Crab House
• Pihvipirtti

Please note that this guide includes places that are within walking distance of the city center. I did not include anywhere requiring a car to get to or at a resort outside Levi’s center.

Do you have any suggestions for where to eat in Levi, Finland? Let me know in the comments. Thanks!

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