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Elm

Mediterranean restaurant, serving food made with fresh and authentic ingredients.

Address: Puistokatu 4
Getting there: near the Kaivopuisto park
Hours: Mon–Thu 11:30–14:30 & 17:00–22:00, Fri 11:30–14:30 & 17:00–23:00, Sat 13:00–23:00
Price: Lunch €13-16, main courses €12-36 Menu Elm €42
Website: restaurantelm.fi (opens in a new tab)

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