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or schnitzel, as well as more elaborate plates such as duck confit and other bistro fare in-
spired by Belgium and northeastern France. Even the bar snacks are gourmet: fresh-roas-
ted almonds. Closed Sundays in summer.
Frankly
BISTRO
11am-midnight Mon-Thu, 11am-1am Fri, noon-1am Sat, 2-11pm Sun; )
This eatery offers a comfortable neighbourhood feel and some pretty good food. The menu
has meaty Finnish classics like pepper steak alongside more delicate dishes like breast of
woodpigeon, plus some decent, cheaper vegetarian options, all in a cosy atmosphere with
solicitous service.
2h+k
BISTRO
noon-11pm Tue-Thu, noon-midnight Fri & Sat, 1-10pm Sun; )
Divided into a drinking side and an eating side, this attractive brick space offers tempting,
well-priced fare from its open kitchen. A selection of huge toasted sandwiches, tasty salads
as well as snails, antipasti and garlicky mains make for good bistro dining.
Hella & Huone
FRENCH, FINNISH
€26/40/52/76; 6-11pm Tue-Sat)
This smart spot serves exquisite French-influenced gourmet creations. There's a menu of
seven courses: choose how many you want to have and pay accordingly. Leave room for
the fine Finnish cheeses and fresh berries. There are wines matched to every course.
Ravintola C
MODERN FINNISH
5pm-midnight Tue-Sat)
In a pristine, off-white dining room near the train station, this top Tampere restaurant cre-
ates innovative, beautifully presented modern dishes from a short menu with a focus on
