Bouchon Carême

I have to admit, much better than expected. Lovely lovely decor, and design. Fantastic service and great menu. We had boletus pasta, tongue, coat cheese salad and a side salad. Taste were great in all dishes. Only issue we had, it seem all of them had a lot of sauce. Tongue was swimming in the butter sauce. Salads had too much sauce too.

We visited the restaurant today and were very pleasantly surprised by the excellent service. Our waitress, Sofia, was truly wonderful — attentive, friendly, and very professional. She created a warm and welcoming atmosphere and showed a genuine personal approach throughout our visit. Thanks to Sofia’s care and thoughtfulness, we enjoyed not only the delicious food but also the whole experience and the lovely communication with her. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Sofia for such outstanding service. She made our visit truly special.

Bouchon Carême is a charming fusion of Lyonnaise tradition and modern flair, nestled in the historic Aleksanterinkatu 13—a landmark building dating back to 1900. Helmed by renowned chefs Hans Välimäki, Maria von Graevenitz-Välimäki, Arto Rastas, and Miika Lönn, this restaurant reimagines classic French bistro cuisine with a contemporary twist. The menu celebrates rustic yet refined dishes, from grilled oysters (Huîtres grillées €15) to beef tartare (served tableside €26) and succulent Black Angus steaks (up to €120 for a T-Bone) The warm, wood-filled interior, designed by Fyra, blends market-hall vibes with butcher-shop nostalgia, featuring towering shelves, intimate nooks, and large windows framing Helsinki’s bustling streets. Whether you dine at the lively bar or the main room, the atmosphere strikes a balance between elegance and effortless charm. The interior felt very Timeless. Thoughtful design with vintage-meets-modern furnishings and soft lighting, I loved the entirior, very classy. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a convivial group outing, Bouchon Carême delivers authentic flavors, historic ambiance, and impeccable service, a must-visit for Francophiles and Helsinki food lovers alike.

Amazing atmosphere, food and most outstanding service I’ve received in Helsinki! They had very french and unique dishes such as frog legs, bone marrow and a few tartar options! Their stakes were also top tier and the waitress told us some of their meat was delivered straight from Japan. Even though they were very busy, since it was their first official opening weekend, me and my friends were very catered to and definitely want to visit again and try the rest of the dishes. Thanks again to our very polite and lovely waitress ❤️

Merci pour tout! 🤩 We had a wonderful experience today. The interior is absolutely beautiful. The service was amazing, and a special thank you to Sofia 🩷, who truly made our day and helped turn our visit into a real festival of great tastes. 🫶🏻 Everything felt welcoming and well taken care of. I highly recommend this place whether you’re visiting with a friend, family, or a group of colleagues. We’ll definitely be back! À bientôt! 😊🇫🇷

Dinner for two on a Saturday evening. Vibey cafe/bistro setting with stunning views over the surrounding building architecture, especially if you can get a table next to the window. The restaurant is surprisingly big and is open late. The food was authentically French, and really good. While pricey, it’s worth it for the quality. Very rich so not an everyday kind of meal. The onion soup was next level. Lobster bisque arrived cold. It’s unfortunate that the main “show” that most come for (table side service flambé etc) is not possible at every table due to space limitation owing to probably too many tables. Perhaps rethink this, it’s also annoying for the other patrons. Service was friendly and professional, albeit a bit slow and no one at the front door - likely due to restaurant size and it being a Saturday. Not a fan of the approach to tipping - default 10% selected when the card machine is handed to you. This is Finland and the prices are already sky high to pay good salaries, so tipping is really exceptional and should be setup as such. All in all though we loved it and will be back.

Beautiful location and great view to Aleksanterinakatu. We ordered menu course that came with tartar, risotto, duck and dessert. Everything was tasty, good portions.

The food was delicious. The set menu with matching wines and a cocktail was a perfect dinner experience, although it took half an hour to get the first drink on the table. There was no one greeting customers at the door, which created a feeling of confusion on arrival.