Set in a former bank building, Salutorget comprises a dining room known for its pared-down elegance, a stylish bar and a cosy outdoor terrace with views of Helsinki’s seafront market. Dining areas, main and old bar/lounge space look, look really impressive, if you like classic decoration. There are also private dining rooms located on the second floor.
Have not dined in Salutorget for couple of years, so it was time to try it again.
For starters ordered Smoked beetroot, crutons, buckwheat and tofu sauce and Escargots á la Peltola´s Blue, country style baguette
Beetroot was fresh, and the tofu sauce a very nice addition to the dish.
Escargots were really tasty. Blue cheese added nice flavor on soft snails; garlic is used too oftern. Structure of snails was also perfect, not chewy at all.
Main courses were Globe artichoke and “falafel” with nuts and lentil and Grilled trout, smoked potato and hollandaise with white fish roe
Fresh, and home made tasty falafels. Nicely presented and garnished with fresh cherry tomatoes, and greens. The mashed potatoe sauce was nice and creamy, and the artichoke was a nice addition to this dish.
Trout was perfectly grilled, but could have eaten two pieces. Side dishes were well planned as they were delicious and paired extremely well with the fish.
Wine ordered this time was a real bargain. At the price of 45€ (restaurant price in Finland) you seldom find that tasty Shiraz. Most of the wines are reasonably priced, which is not the case in most restaurants in Helsinki.
Tempus Two was founded in 1997 by one of Australia’s most iconic and revered wine families, the McGuigans. Wine enjoyed was Tempus Two Shiraz 2014. Although it is still quite young, would agree on winemakers notes, “Big, Bold and Beautiful”!
Salutorget is the restarant to visit, if you want to try tasty Finnish food with international twist.
Food was excellent, also vegan. Restaurant has vegan main course on web -pages, but not on on printed menu. Also vegan dessert was available, but not listed on menu
Service was professional as you can expect in restaurant like Salutorget.
Overall grade is 4,5 because of reasonable wine prices and decoration, which is unique. Also the summer time terrace is worth to visit as it is opposite to Market Square and statue of Havis Amanda.
REVIEW: FOOD 4+/5 – SERVICE 4/5 – OVERALL GRADE 4,5/5
Reijosfood 
McGuigan’s have some excellent wines in their portfolio 👍
I love this restaurant.
One of the favourite places in the summer time. Elegant, relaxing terrace.