Maxill is my favourite neigbourhood restaurant.

Asparagus bernaise dry fried chantarelles

Scampi on a bed of tomato and basil risotto

Maxill is a splendid place to enjoy a good meal among local people. Their food is very tasty and they like to try new things. The restaurant is situated in the hearth of Ullanlinna, a nice neighbourhood known for their Art Nuoveau quarters and their small boutiques. Maxill is in a building from the functional period and the building is strongly influencing their style. The gigant windows provide great view onto the street, giving the restaurant its "living room" atmosphere. Their menu is a fusion between Finnish, French and Asian foods, making it very trendy, but not over designed. Their classic roasted chevre salad with almonds is great. Their fish is always superb, they take lots of pride in quality of the raw material. Make sure you check the daily specials. The restaurant is popular so it makes sense to call in advance. Their prices are not cheap, but it is well worth a visit and you will sense the warmth of contempory Helsinki.