Restoran Controvento

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Restoran Controvento

This fascinating restaurant makes the most of its unique location — you'll find it halfway down the famous St Catherine's Passage in the heart of Tallinn's Medieval Latin Quarter. It's long been known in Tallinn for its top-notch, traditional Italian food, which is served up in unforgettably charming, centuries-old dining rooms.

Dining

Estonian cuisine is based on fresh and natural ingredients that vary according to the season. Whether you want to have a cosy dinner with your family or meeting your friends for some drinks in a modern lounge bar, there are countless choices — from medieval to modern, from traditional Estonian to exotic international. In summertime, tables and chairs are set up outside restaurants, and sitting at backyards or terraces is a great pastime and holiday activity in itself.

Dominic

Top-notch European dining and a superbly-restored Medieval interior make this Old Town establishment an excellent option for those searching for something a cut above the ordinary. Dominic also bills itself as a 'wine restaurant' and indeed its knowledgeable sommelier stocks among the best vintages in …

Elevant

Head up the iron spiral staircase and then settle into a wicker chair to enjoy Elevant’s peaceful, sophisticated ambiance. Here you'll find a selection of tasty Indian standards, along with daring dishes like wild boar kebab and moose curry, all served up by friendly staff. For a dessert with a difference, try the fritter …

Pegasus

Just as the name promises, this sharp, Old Town restaurant focuses on all sorts of fish dishes – from herring fillet salad and tiger prawn pasta to oven-baked baby trout – and offers a decent selection of wines. Some non-fish dishes, such as a risotto and a beef burger, are also available, and it …

Tchaikovsky

The ultra-elegant Telegraaf Hotel has created this superb restaurant where the traditions of Russian and French cuisine are combined to create a symbiosis of rich flavors. Chef de Cuisine Vladislav Djatšuk, a 2009 finalist in the world's top gastronomy contest, the Bocuse d'Or, has reproduced the recipes of forgotten masters, infusing them with his …

Rataskaevu 16

This restaurant in the old town has become a favorite of Tallinners as well as visitors, with its tasty foods and friendly service showing that every customer is a welcome guest here. A terrace is open in the summer where you can have dinner and spend time, protected from wind and noise. The bread …

Restoran Controvento

Restoran Controvento

This fascinating restaurant makes the most of its unique location — you'll find it halfway down the famous St Catherine's Passage in the heart of Tallinn's Medieval Latin Quarter. It's long been known in Tallinn for its top-notch, traditional Italian food, which is served up in unforgettably charming, centuries-old dining …

Chedi

Run by the same group that created the illustrious Bocca, Tchaikovsky and other award winners, Chedi offers Asian-style creations such as Singapore roast chicken and Mongolian-style venison stir fry. The grilled lamb chop with chocolate sauce is a …

Kaerajaan

An off-beat interior and inventive dishes make Kaerajaan a great place to experience a modern take on Estonian folk cuisine. Located right on the Town Hall Square, this comfortable restaurant takes its name from an old folk song and dance, and both the decor and the food resonate with the echoes of the nation's …

Hermitage

A cozy restaurant in the boutique hotel St Petersbourg in the heart of the Old Town, the oldest hotel in Estonia, opened in 1850. The restaurant's menu follows the traditions of Russian cuisine, but the dishes are served with a modern twist. Examples of the menu of Hermitage include a selection of handmade pelmeni …

Peppersack

Hungry diners flock to Peppersack, a medieval-themed restaurant in the Old Town, to enjoy hearty meals, sample fine drinks and witness the sword fight that takes place every evening in the lively, historic ambiance of this 14th-century venue. Order Alderman Johan's Special or Master Hansu's Feast and follow it with some house beer, made …

Restoran Spot

The menu of this centrally located restaurant is rich in grilled delicacies in its entrees as well as main dishes selection. You can sit back and watch the city bustle from the terrace in the summer, or if you prefer peace and quiet, the arched medieval interior of the restaurant with its niches spreading …

Vegan Restoran V

Vegan Restoran V

Next to the Von Krahl theatre, V serves nothing but vegan food. The restaurant is located in a small and cozy room in the middle of the sturdy limestone walls of the Old Town, and to date, it has received nothing but praise from critics and visitors alike. An indicator of the level of …

Maikrahv

Right in the heart of Old Town you’ll find a fine restaurant known for serving exceptional food in distinctive surroundings. Maikrahv, built in a 15th-century town house, offers an inviting, medieval atmosphere and a selective array of international cuisine. For a unique drink experience, try the house shot or the kir …

Mix Fusion

Restaurant Mix Fusion is a place, where European dishes are served with an Oriental flourish. Fusion cuisine is a surprising and harmonious mix of tastes, styles, with ingredients taken from the culinary traditions of Japan, France, Italy and …

Argentiina

Meat and seafood grilled Latin-American style are the specialty at this long-time Tallinn favourite, which makes its home in a warmly-decorated locale just a little ways from Old Town. Guests can watch as the chef prepares their cuts over the flaming coals, and on Friday and Saturday evenings be dazzled by a hot dance …