Savor the Flavors of Armenia in the Heart of Helsinki

My Finnish international girlfriends and I visited Armenian House Helsinki for the first time, upon the suggestion of one of them. A friend of mine made a reservation for a table a couple of weeks in advance, as there were nine eager ladies looking forward to the gathering.

This charming and contemporary restaurant is conveniently located within walking distance from Kamppi station, making it ideal to use public transport when dining out with friends. The restaurant staff, who were of foreign descent, pleasantly spoke Finnish to us, which is no longer a common practice when dining in Helsinki. It was a delightful experience, especially since most of the ladies with me were fluent in Finnish.

The restaurant had a welcoming atmosphere with over 30 seats available. The restroom was clean and well-maintained, providing a comfortable space for women to touch up their makeup. The bar offered an extensive selection of wines and alcoholic beverages to enhance and enjoy the dining experience.

Since the dishes on the menu were unfamiliar to most of us, we opted for the Armenian spaghetti, Arishta, as it seemed like the most traditional and safe choice. This dish is a blend of Armenian pasta with basil-sour cream sauce and parmesan cheese.

Another distinctive flavor we enjoyed was the addition of pomegranate in various dishes, such as Ailazan, which includes grilled eggplant and peppers in a tomato-garlic sauce, served with fresh salad and bread. Additionally, we savored the grilled salmon served with carrot rice, tomatoes, and salsa verde sauce.

The traditional Armenian dessert called gata is a crispy, sweet, and delicious treat, perfectly complemented by a serving of traditional vanilla ice cream.

Dining with nine ladies was an enjoyable and laid-back experience. The waitress, who welcomed us with a smile, was hesitant to divide the bill as is customary in Finland. Nevertheless, she handled it flawlessly without any errors.

My visit to Armenian House provided a flawless new dining experience with excellent food quality and service. I look forward to being more adventurous and trying new flavors on my next visit.