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At Restaurant Natura in Helsinki, discover a daily-changing menu that celebrates the best of Finnish seasonality and Nordic flavors. Their culinary offerings emphasize local, fresh ingredients with thoughtful vegetarian and vegan options, promising an exquisite dining experience for food enthusiasts and adventurous palates alike.
Starters
Begin your meal with elegantly crafted starters that harmonize fresh, local ingredients in innovative ways. Highlights include the delicate oyster paired with buttermilk and fragrant dill, and the salmon enhanced by spruce shoots and subtle green tea notes. For a burst of bold flavors, try the pickled herring accompanied by tomato jam and olive oil, or savor the earthy nettle soup enriched with creamy egg.
- Beetroot with smoked sour cream, roasted walnuts, and raspberries
- Burrata with cheese and kumquat
- Venison tartare with cured egg yolk, lingonberries, horseradish, and chanterelle mushrooms
- Cold-smoked scallops with rose cream and white currants
Mains
Natura's mains showcase the finest seasonal Finnish ingredients crafted into unforgettable dishes. Delight in the delicate cod from Åland enriched with black garlic and blue mussels or savor the grilled Swedish mackerel complemented by tender white asparagus and chanterelle mushrooms. For a richer bite, pasture-raised Hereford beef is served with sweet molasses and caramelized onions, while the grilled broccolini with root parsley, hazelnuts, and sauna-smoked pork belly offers a smoky, earthy experience. Vegetarian diners will enjoy the creamy avocado with pistachio purée, almonds, and fresh lemon balm.
- Easy⁴ Menu: a refined selection highlighting seasonal Finnish ingredients
- Dive In⁷ Menu: a more extensive tasting journey through local flavors
- All Out! Menu: the ultimate 7-course experience celebrating Finnish seasonality
Desserts
Conclude your meal with Natura's creative desserts that blend natural sweetness and unique textures. The signature Frozen Yogurt 2013 features yogurt sorbet paired with a citrus-honey mousse, crunchy honeycomb, and wild blueberries for a refreshing finish. Other delights include delicate canelé de Bordeaux infused with rum-raisin and beeswax, the comforting rhubarb with caramel and dried coffee, and a simple yet sophisticated orange served with salt and olive oil. Cheese lovers will appreciate the cheese paired with potato jam and charcoal crispbread, while the sangria with lime, passion fruit, and mint offers a fruity, aromatic drinkable dessert.
Drinks and Specials
Complement your dining experience with Natura's thoughtfully curated selection of wines and cocktails, expertly paired to highlight the flavors of each dish. The attentive sommelier ensures each glass enhances your meal, while the cocktail offerings provide fresh, innovative tastes. The restaurant serves beer, coffee, and lunch options as well, catering to a variety of tastes and times of day. While reservations are recommended due to its intimate size, Natura warmly welcomes guests looking for an authentic and memorable Finnish dining adventure.
