The 10 places with the most beautiful view in Estonia
The glamorous lifestyle is rather unfamiliar to Estonia. Those who can't live without glamour look for it elsewhere, for example in Monaco. But there is one place in Tallinn that bears a strong comparison with Monaco. This restaurant is Puri in Kakumäe Marina Haven. Start with champagne and caviar, move on to sole or halibut and finish with a dessert called Malibu Club. Tallinn is just big enough for a well-run, classy restaurant to thrive, especially as the glamour is authentic and not a carbon copy from somewhere else.
NOA Restaurant is the little brother of the famous NOA Chef's Hall and is located next door in the same building. The casual dining here is not far from the fine dining experience offered by NOA Chef's Hall. The view of Tallinn Bay and the Tallinn skyline is just a little more impressive. The cuisine reflects the latest trends.
Horisont is worthy of its lofty location on the 30th floor of the Swissotel. Since it opened, it has set such high standards in terms of food, drink and service that few restaurants on the ground floor can come close to matching them. The bar always offers cocktails with very exquisite flavours and the restaurant offers fine dining at the highest level. Horisont's standards are consistently high. A solid choice for entertaining.
The port of Kaberneeme is a milestone in the development of Estonian gastronomy. It was the site of the first restaurant that served food so good that people from all over Estonia travelled there in droves, despite its inconvenient location. Kabe Beach is now repeating that success. It offers food worth the journey and the kind of beach service you would expect from somewhere in southern Europe.
Käsmu, where Kaspervik is located, is a picturesque little seaside village. Kaspervik Restaurant is located in one of the refurbished buidings from the former children's summer camp. Today the cabins have been renovated to provide accommodation for everyone. A meal at Kaspervik, combined with an overnight stay here, offers the genuine romance of a fishing village, seasoned with a strong dose of nostalgia.
Dirhami Fish Café is famous all over Estonia. The freshest fish is always served here. The sea seems to be full of European sprat and Baltic herring, but other seasonal fish are also on the menu. Whatever the catch of the day, you can be sure it will be prepared into something delicious. Even the ordinary sprat and herring taste purer and fresher than anywhere else.
Tall glass windows offer an impressive view of Tallinn's harbour, huge ships coming and going and the vastness of the sea. At Ocean 11, the sea is the main backdrop and creates the atmosphere. The varied menu keeps you coming back for more. To counteract the ever-changing weather, the restaurant offers delicious food, mainly seafood, prepared with great skill.
OKO is not just a restaurant by the sea, it is a beach restaurant in the truest sense of the word. Champagne parties at sunset are what OKO is renowned for. Not surprisingly, OKO's food is a worthy companion to the bottles of bubbly. Unlike other beach restaurants, OKO is open all year round. It is not ideal for winter swimmers, but for those who enjoy good food with stunning sea views.
Wirkes is a jewel among Estonian harbour restaurants. Whether you arrive by land or sea, you are guaranteed a breathtaking view on the way to the restaurant. The restaurant itself, especially the handmade crockery, is a feast for the eyes. The food has the look and taste of a modern city centre restaurant.
The Russian language and customs that dominate most of the Ida-Virumaa region go hand in hand with Estonian tastes and habits at Tulivee. The striking contemporary wooden building on the picturesque beach brings the two cultures together in the ever-evolving history of a seaside village.