Imatra

Imatra is a town in Finland, located in the southeastern interior of the country. Imatra is located in the region of South Karelia, on Lake Saimaa, the River Vuoksi. The population of Imatra is approximately 25,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 37,000. Wikipedia.
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Top places to eat

1Rosso Imatra

3.9
(1366)
3.5
(247)
affordable
Restaurant
Italian restaurant
Rosso, located in Imatra, is a restaurant known for its delicious pizzas and pastas. With an average delivery time of 15-25 minutes and affordable prices starting from 1.99 Euros, Rosso offers a tasty dining experience. Customers have rated it highly with an average score of 8.6 on Google. The restaurant prides itself on serving mouthwatering food and creating a relaxed atmosphere for its guests to enjoy.
Great food, friendly staff, and relaxed atmosphere 👍👌
Iiro Kaplas — Google review
Awful pizzas. It would be better putting in the oven pizza from the supermarket. Salad bar and service is nice tough.
Carlos Esparza Martinez de Luco — Google review
Good food and great environment. Also good service. I love their scampi pasta. It's not too salty, not too spicy but it blends the taste perfectly. It has some onion leaves so that enhances the taste to a great extent. Also the free starter vegetables are exceptionally delicious. Recommended. I visited Rosso Lappeenranta and Rosso Imatra. Rosso Lappeenranta is better in taste, Rosso Imatra is better as a place. Good.
Sunny Rabius Sunny — Google review
My englishman proclaims their reindeer pizza exquisite
niinanauk — Google review
So good food! The pizza was super and I just loved it here! ❤️👍🍕
Emilia McDonald — Google review
We experienced two of their Summer Menus. The meat, and the fish one. Appetizers and starters, as well as the desserts were all right. The main dishes, however, were something you'd expect from a gas station diner, only on a fancier plate. The waiting staff were all extremely nice, happy, and delightful. Absolutely the best part of the experience. 3/5 stars, not particularly bad, but not really great either. Without the excellent staff, it would be 2/5.
Indigo Melakari — Google review
Beautiful hotel with very rich history!Some things from past of this castle and everyone is able to go look and take pictures.Very cozy atmosphere and very polite,welcoming staff members.Not a big surprise most of people I've met in Imatra like this (thank you very much) it's worth to visit it even if you just passing by and it's absolutely free.
xX shurmas — Google review
Gave it 4/5 because it's about the only place in the centre of Imatra where you can have a proper meal (would be 3/5 otherwise). Meat and fish and pasta are good but they really can't make pizza (which is odd for an "Italian" restaurant), it ends up overdone all the time. Salmon soup may not be on the menu but it's always available and is delicious!!! Clean toilets and main room, good service.
Mila — Google review
Very central situated, nice and quick service but food products' quality varies too must depending who's in shift. Moderated priced - with green card (bonus card) extremely good offers.
Lari-Pekka Ruotsi — Google review
Slow service. Charges 1 € per person for the water, even when ordering other drinks. (In Finland, where if there is one thing it is water...)
José Manuel Alarcón Roldán — Google review
Very busy restaurant, nice vibe. Friendly service. We had to wait 45 minutes for our food but we were so hungry that we decided to wait opposed to finding elsewhere. Nice food, fairly expensive.
Liisa Grace Baun — Google review
Koskenparras 1, 55100 Imatra, Finlandhttps://www.raflaamo.fi/fi/imatra/rosso-imatra+358 10 7621410

2Restaurant Buttenhoff and Café Julia

4.3
(420)
4.0
(218)
expensive
Restaurant
The kids' menu at Restaurant Buttenhoff and Café Julia offers great value for money, while the adult menu may be somewhat limited. However, all three dishes that were tried were excellent. One issue encountered was the owners' attitude towards inaccuracies in the English menu. They seem to think it's acceptable to list Elk when they're actually serving Finnish moose, and to describe Rainbow Trout with rye as Salmon Caviar.
An old school restaurant, never disappoints you. Traditional atmosphere, great food and service. I always visit Buttenhoff when I visit Imatra.
Meri Sea — Google review
Superb asparagus. Excellent fish.
esa aho — Google review
Excellent fine dining!
Rami Luisto — Google review
Morjes Kiril, Elliot täällä :) Incredible high end food for a great price. Restaurant has a great atmosphere and vintage style. Highly recommend
24sesko Anderson — Google review
Cosy place, fast service and delicious food. We ordered shashlyk and perch. Highly recommended.
Alexei T — Google review
Kids menu is excellent, great value for money. Menu for adults is rather limited, but all 3 dishes we tried were exellent. Only issue I had was owners attitude on inaccuracies found in english menu. He thinks it ok to have Elk printed in menu when they are actually serving Finnish moose And have Rainbow Trout rye descriped as Salmon Caviar
Jukka Silvennoinen — Google review
Bellow average restaurant. The server was very slow and constantly forgot what we ask from brining the menu or drink to full dishes. The person at the bar (presumably the owner) very rudely rejected to hand me the drink that was next to him saying it ain't his job. The food is a hit and miss. The fish is pretty good, but the sandwich in the menu is a schnitzel, when I argued they showed me the little piece of toast hidden underneath to argument it as a sandwich, oh and yea it was totally taste less like eating air.
Anton Istya — Google review
Privately owned Restaurant Buttenhoff is the traditional fine dining place in Imatra. Centrally located and renowned restaurant is always worth visiting. I'd recommend booking a table in advance especially during bigger happenings in town.
Jukka Niiranen — Google review
Risotto was very good. But salmon pasta was too salty and the appetizer bread was served with already bitter olive oil.
Gerald Magublafix — Google review
Koskenparras 4, 55100 Imatra, Finlandhttp://www.buttenhoff.fi/+358 5 4761433

3O'Learys Saimaa

3.4
(182)
3.0
(112)
affordable
American restaurant
O'Learys Saimaa is a diner in the United States known for its American cuisine. It offers a wide range of dishes that reflect the rich flavors and diversity of American food culture. This eatery provides patrons with an extensive menu featuring various appetizers, entrees, and desserts. The restaurant showcases a vibrant ambiance, adorned with classic American decor and memorabilia.
Located in the Holiday club Saimaa. Sports bar with fast food type menu: burgers, nachos, fish&chips etc. Menu is fairly priced compared to the quality. Irish pub type atmosphere. Lots of pictures hanging from a wall. Good and friendly service. Opens in the late afternoon. No lunch available. There is also a possibility to play pool.
Saara K — Google review
Worst salad ever (the oumph salad). It's nice that they have vegan options, but a little more effort should be put to them, when the prices aren' t exactly low either. We were given a table next to the buziest spot on the restaurant, not very nice with a baby. Service was friendly, though.
Noora R. — Google review
Avoid at all costs. Seriously. Älkää syökö täällä! The food was extremely dissatisfying. Tasted like a microwavable ready burger you get from the local grocery store. Clearly have frozen patties readymade somewhere probably offshore. The 22€ burger meal did not include a dip and the cook forgot to put any seasoning on the fries. 90€ for burgers and drinks for three. 💸 The service was something to improve on. Borderline rude and slow service. The restaurant was cramped and felt claustrophobic. Will not be entering this establishment again. 👎
Jani — Google review
Pros: Some nice pictures of Tom Brady, Larry Bird, and the Kennedy family Cons: Literally everything else. Being an American style restaurant, to you, might mean throwing a few pictures on a wall, but to customers, it means GOOD SERVICE! When a customer walks into your place of business and gives you their hard-earned money, the LEAST you can do is acknowledge their presence and communicate a little bit with them. Don’t spend your money here! You’ll wait for at LEAST 90 minutes, the food is average at best, the portions are small, and the prices are high. If you’re in this area, you’re better off going to the local Lidl, buying one of their premade sandwiches and microwaving it…that’s probably what they do anyway.
james stepp — Google review
Worst food I have had in living memory. Every dish was either out of a packet or deep freezer. The pork schnitzel was factory made and wasnt even 100% real pork meat. Very over priced. Think twice before going there for a meal. After complaing we were told by the staff that there was nothing they can do as the restaurant is part of a chain and the food is bought in boxes from the company. Sorry excuse for a pub and restaurant.
tristanread1 — Google review
Food was ok, burger was totally basic nothing impressive. But price level is too high. Lager beer (0,5 l) cost almost 10 euros!
Maria Puhtila — Google review
The customer service doesn't deserve even 1 star. After asking the kitchen to check my meat sandwich (which had 1 piece of meat), I was told to contact Göteborg, if I am not happy, "the chef only cooks exactly according to instructions of management". Isn't that the worst reply to a customer? Food tasted average.
Ma Pe — Google review
It's absolutely usual place. If you wanna find something special, this restaurant not for you. A lot of people in evening time, for order food need to wait. Prices, for this place, poquito expensive, maybe because of four stars. They provide some kind of vine choice, but not possible to find a dishes which you can eat with some vine. Maybe, for evening, better to visit other restaurant.
Iliya Inkov — Google review
poor burgers, poor service i ate jalopeno beacon burger and the beef was way over cooked. burger was simple and based on canned jalopenos, overcooked and dry steak, salad, and average mayonase and cooked onions. taste was nothing to praise. price was really high compared to quality. told the waitress that was not happy and he disappeared and never showed again.it took ages to even bring water for us and no refills. we had to go to the desk to get reciept and pay. way over priced even when compared that it is a resolt hotel restaurant. i suggest you find another place or order food to the hotel. i'm not gonna visit again. though my friends ate veggie burgers and their opinions were average or happy. in general: overpriced food compared to quality, really bad service, they didn't feel sorry when feedback was given - seems like they care only about your money, not the experience
Aapo Kk — Google review
Rauhanrinne 1, 55320 Lappeenranta, Finlandhttps://olearys.fi/holiday-club-saimaa/+358 43 8246470

4Ravintola Nuotta Imatra

4.2
(536)
4.0
(98)
affordable
Restaurant
Ravintola Nuotta Imatra offers stunning sunset views over Lake Saimaa, a wide range of beers and ciders, and delectable burgers alongside other food options. This seasonal restaurant boasts ample parking, albeit at higher prices typical for Finnish establishments. With its proximity to the lake, it specializes in serving fresh fish dishes sourced from Saimaa. The friendly staff ensures a pleasant dining experience, although the overall cost could be burdensome for families.
Very nice place to go and eat, the view was really nice, the food was really good and the service was also good. The prices of food are around 23-30 euros.
Dan — Google review
The restaurant is located near Lake Saimaa.. It serves seceral dishes. It serves fishes from the lake. Food was great, the attendants were very friendly. Prices are high. So, if you have family, then it will cost you a lot. I enjoyed the food very much.
Samer Burhan — Google review
Beautiful views of the sunset over lake Saimia. A wide selection of beers and ciders. Fantastic burgers and a variety of other food to choose also. Only open for a few months in summer. Lots of parking Prices are not cheap but no restaurant in Finland is cheap. Great on a sunny day.
Jack Baxter — Google review
Surprisingly tasty food and a nice view to the lake. Relaxed place. We had blinis, pelmenis and vendace, all very delicious portions with fresh and local ingredients. A small minus for a menu of a 100 portions, less would probably be more. ;)
Kira Weckman — Google review
Looking at the place you wouldnt guess it but they do serve surprisingly nice blinis, pelmenis and other specialties in addition to the mandatory burgers and fries. Fonzie gives two thumbs up!
Matti Dahlbom — Google review
Went, or should I say enjoyed, for two nights in a row with significant other. Ended up trying all of their blinis, a mixed salad portion and their awesomely smoked vendace. All of which were fantastic! Lovely staff, cool ambient environment with easy listening music, excellent food and portion sizes and a reviving view. A big extra plus for the extremely friendly staff. You guys completely knocked it out of the park!
samu wistrand — Google review
We had few dinners here. Extremely friendly athmosphere (kids, dogs). Tried whole of different items from menu - all good! I would recommend to go with anything with smoked salmon in it! Small place so if you’re picky with beer/wine selection not for you - but ones what is available are good for casual dinner. Great location for evening sun dinner.
Pasi Leppänen — Google review
Nice and cosy café with a magnificent view from an upstairs terrace and delicious food at reasonable prices. A perfect place to spend evenings with friends or family, or have some fun during karaoke evenings on saturdays. Hospitable English-speaking personnel and menus in English and Russian. We were here with friends 2 times almost in a row couple of weeks ago and would surely recommend you to taste their burgers!
Stepan Zakharov — Google review
Satamalaiturintie 13, 55420 Imatra, Finlandhttps://www.ravintolanuotta.fi/+358 40 1961007

5Pizzeria Bella Napoli

4.4
(276)
4.5
(74)
affordable
Italian restaurant
Pizzeria Bella Napoli in Finland offers delightful pizzas, with one Margherita and one Salame being particularly exceptional. The owner, Manuel, went above and beyond by accommodating customers even when closing time neared. He even presented them with a complimentary bottle of Pellegrino water. While the wait can be lengthy during quieter periods, the pizzas are still delicious and authentically Neapolitan.
This is the most wonderful pizza that I've eaten in Finland. We were cycling from Lappeenranta and arrived when the owner, Manuel, was about to close. However, he took our order, and allowed us to eat inside even though it was late. He even gifted us a bottle of Pellegrino water. The pizzas (one Margherita and one Salame) were extraordinary. We had a nice chat with him while we were eating. Such a lovely guy. Absolutely recommended place. A real gem! 🍕🍕🍕
Mauricio — Google review
Amazing pizza that I can highly recommend to everyone! We got a free drink while waiting for the pizza even though it was super quick! Thank you :)
Stefanie Zenzen — Google review
Very good 👍 pizza clain service excellent 👌 thanks for the service 👍
Engeloox blogs — Google review
This restaurant was an amazing hidden gem we found while visiting Imatra. The pizza was truly amazing, proper wood fire made. We were eating outside with our dog and us and our dog were all made feel very welcome. I can only recommend!
Noora Hammar — Google review
One of the best pizzas in Finland!. Just be patient if it takes a bit long.
Michel Garzon — Google review
The best pizza I‘ve ever eaten and that in Finland!! It‘s not fast food for sure and the waiting time is rather long but every second is worth it and it‘s for sure the best quality pizza you can get in Finland! Also the owner is really really nice, we will be back for sure if we visit again from Switzerland!
Fabian Aebersold — Google review
Nice and authentic if you are just ready for a long wait (around one hour if it's quiet). Not the best pizzas you will ever find but tasty and original in a Neapolitan way. I just wish there was more variety with the fillings including options with e.g. anchovies, capers, prawns etc. as well as a more inspiring drink list.
Joonas Kervinen — Google review
The pizza was perfect, thank you!
Miikka Mäkinen — Google review
Pizza napoletana as good as it gets. There's not so many places to have this in South Carelia.
Olli Aalto — Google review
Best pizza in Finland so far! And very friendly and quality focused owner.
Jesper Stig Andersen — Google review
Very delicious pizza from fresh ingredients. I will certainly come back, I sincerely recommend.
LoMa65 — Google review
Excellent, authentic Neapolitan pizzas, straight out of a wood-fired stone oven! A veritable must-try! You'll be missing an excellent experience in your life, if you don't visit here!
Indigo Melakari — Google review
Viipurintie 61, 55100 Imatra, Finland+358 46 9647390
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