Hämsa Tavern offers traditional Estonian dishes in which local ingredients take pride of place. Catering is available at the tavern for up to 60 people, while a further 120 can make the most of our two outdoor terraces. Special grill menus are offered in summer.Hämsa Tavern offers catering and general service for birthdays, weddings, company events, seminars, get-togethers, special days on the folk calendar, wakes and more.Bring yourself or bring everyone - Hämsa Tavern is here to feed you!
Tillu Cafe is situated on the premises of a romantic farm shop on the outskirts of Põlva. It offers freshly baked pastries, buns and cakes, light meals, exciting salads and soups and a main of the day. The cafe is perfect for families with children, those looking for a hot lunch, people who love coffee and cake and for small groups. Catering services can also be ordered, either as food only or full service.
Hõlm is a restaurant with a first-class menu and high-quality service. The kitchen delights with memorable dishes — every detail is carefully thought out, prepared, and served. The restaurant's open kitchen makes the dining experience particularly special, allowing guests to observe the fine art of cooking firsthand. Many recipes come from the 1925-1926 collection written by Lydia Grünmann Holm, who also inspired the restaurant's name. Small visitors will love the playroom. Read more from the MICHELIN inspectors.
Kolm Sõsarat (The Three Sisters) is a cosy restaurant in Lüllemäe Village, Valga County, which combines modern high quality cuisine, organic produce, and genuine love for the guests. The restaurant is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Estonia.The chef 's unique menu includes only fresh and quality ingredients. We offer seasonal 7 course dining experience for 89 EUR per guest. Orders from the drinks menu are for an additional cost. We do not offer a la carte or vegan menu.Please allow 3 hours for the dining experience. Reservations should be made at least 72 hours beforehand at Dinnerbooking.
Tasting wines (2 hours) at Murimäe Winery is a perfect way to spend some lovely time with your friends in the beautiful nature of Otepää. We offer a real wine experience with wines made in South Estonia.The visit includes a tour of the vineyard and winery, during which you can see Murimäe viticulture, taste five different craft wines, and get acquainted with the principles of matching wine and food.You can purchase wines from Murimäe Winery as well.
The KODAS modern production, distance working and visitor centre is located at Valgjärve, between the picturesque hills of Otepää Upland. We use the fruits of 9000 apple trees in our apple garden to produce internationally renowned hand crafted ciders, sparkling wines, and non-alcoholic drinks.At our place you can see with your own eyes the journey of an apple picked from a tree to the bottle.During the 1.5-hour factory tour you will visit the production facility, learn about the exciting world of drinks and then you can taste what has been bottled as well.Restaurant KODAS offers exciting flavour experiences and during summer we host open air concerts with well known performers.
At Seto Tsäimaja, you can eat Seto food from handmade earthenware and listen to Seto songs and musical instruments. You can also practice Seto by reading from the menu. The restaurant is next to the Värska Farm Museum — combine your dining experience with a visit to the museum and explore the local craft and souvenir shop. On the second floor of the building, there is a classroom suitable for organizing seminars and meetings or seating for smaller groups. Prior arrangements should be made for catering for groups, party catering, meeting room use, events in cooperation with Setomaa Museums, etc.
The restaurant and lobby bar Joyce, which is part of V Spa & Conference Centre, offers the best dining experiences from different parts of the world. When spending time with good company in this cosy restaurant, you can spend hours, or simply have a quick drink. We appreciate fresh ingredients and the uniqueness of flavours in each dish that our chefs prepare. When it comes to our brand values, we focus on two globally known indicators: joy, which people feel when spending quality time in good company, and an impressive choice of tastes which offers something for everybody.Read more about MICHELIN Inspector review!
This building has hosted grand receptions of the nobility and served as a gathering point for student bodies. It was designed in 1876 by architect Otto Mohr for the Nolken family to turn an ordinary home into a residence resembling an Italian palazzo. A cafe opened on its second floor on 5 November 1957 and remained open until 1983.New life was breathed into the cafe in early 2005. With its six rooms, cosy corners, friendly staff and great music, it's a fantastic place for everyone!
GMP Pühajärve Restaurant in Otepää has been recognised as one of the best and most stylish eateries in Estonia. Surrounded by beautiful South-Estonian nature, we respect local produce and Estonian food culture in our cuisine. For children there is special menu, activity sheets for coloring and playroom. You can spend the night in the luxurious guest apartments of GMP Clubhotel. Come and celebrate your anniversary or organise an event at Pühajärve Restaurant!Enjoy in Style!
South Estonia has no business having this many serious restaurants. Two Michelin recommendations, a Michelin Green Star for sustainability and several names that appear regularly in the White Guide Nordic. The cooking here draws on what grows locally and takes it somewhere unexpected.
For a region this size and this quiet, the level is remarkable.
At Ilmaveere Restaurant in Setomaa, you will find a cozy atmosphere, dishes made with seasonal local ingredients, and the most beautiful view of South Estonian nature and Lake Obinitsa! The restaurant follows the principle of zero waste and respects and uses every part of every ingredient, leaving the smallest possible footprint. What is left over goes to our wonderful chickens. We always try to offer something new depending on the fresh ingredients, so the menu is always a little different. You can enjoy a 5-course tasting journey or choose from the a la carte menu. See you at Ilmaveere!
Kolm Sõsarat (The Three Sisters) is a cosy restaurant in Lüllemäe Village, Valga County, which combines modern high quality cuisine, organic produce, and genuine love for the guests. The restaurant is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Estonia.The chef 's unique menu includes only fresh and quality ingredients. We offer seasonal 7 course dining experience for 89 EUR per guest. Orders from the drinks menu are for an additional cost. We do not offer a la carte or vegan menu.Please allow 3 hours for the dining experience. Reservations should be made at least 72 hours beforehand at Dinnerbooking.
The restaurant and lobby bar Joyce, which is part of V Spa & Conference Centre, offers the best dining experiences from different parts of the world. When spending time with good company in this cosy restaurant, you can spend hours, or simply have a quick drink. We appreciate fresh ingredients and the uniqueness of flavours in each dish that our chefs prepare. When it comes to our brand values, we focus on two globally known indicators: joy, which people feel when spending quality time in good company, and an impressive choice of tastes which offers something for everybody.Read more about MICHELIN Inspector review!
Hõlm is a restaurant with a first-class menu and high-quality service. The kitchen delights with memorable dishes — every detail is carefully thought out, prepared, and served. The restaurant's open kitchen makes the dining experience particularly special, allowing guests to observe the fine art of cooking firsthand. Many recipes come from the 1925-1926 collection written by Lydia Grünmann Holm, who also inspired the restaurant's name. Small visitors will love the playroom. Read more from the MICHELIN inspectors.
The restaurant does not have a fixed menu. We prepare our food using fresh seasonal products, which is preferably of local origin. We have been influenced by Estonian and European cuisine, but you will also find subtle hints to cuisines from further corners of the world. Check out our wine cellar and you will find something to enjoy on its own or with your food.
GMP Pühajärve Restaurant in Otepää has been recognised as one of the best and most stylish eateries in Estonia. Surrounded by beautiful South-Estonian nature, we respect local produce and Estonian food culture in our cuisine. For children there is special menu, activity sheets for coloring and playroom. You can spend the night in the luxurious guest apartments of GMP Clubhotel. Come and celebrate your anniversary or organise an event at Pühajärve Restaurant!Enjoy in Style!
Located in Otepää, Estonia's winter capital, Ugandi Restaurant ensures that guests leave feeling happier than when they sat down! Ugandi Restaurant combines Nordic flavors and a Mediterranean cooking philosophy. Our dishes are exciting and extraordinary, showcasing the best features of both cuisines and offering a balanced yet flavorful dining experience. We are a casual restaurant with good food, pleasant service, and a tasteful interior. Here, you can participate in an important part of food culture — enjoying good food with family and friends!
Hämsa Tavern offers traditional Estonian dishes in which local ingredients take pride of place. Catering is available at the tavern for up to 60 people, while a further 120 can make the most of our two outdoor terraces. Special grill menus are offered in summer.Hämsa Tavern offers catering and general service for birthdays, weddings, company events, seminars, get-togethers, special days on the folk calendar, wakes and more.Bring yourself or bring everyone - Hämsa Tavern is here to feed you!
Some of the most interesting food in South Estonia comes from people who didn’t set out to run restaurants. They had a farm, they had good ingredients and at some point the two things came together. The result is cooking that’s rooted in a specific place in a way that most restaurants can only try to imitate.
The restaurant does not have a fixed menu. We prepare our food using fresh seasonal products, which is preferably of local origin. We have been influenced by Estonian and European cuisine, but you will also find subtle hints to cuisines from further corners of the world. Check out our wine cellar and you will find something to enjoy on its own or with your food.
Taarka Tarõ Köögikõnõ Cafe is a cozy restaurant in Obinitsa, in the true heart of Setomaa, worth visiting for the authentic atmosphere alone. The Tarõ family, Rieka and Aare Hõrn, are longtime leaders in Setomaa, and through them, guests can experience Seto culture and authentic Seto food. There is also a selection of Finnish-Ugric and Ukrainian meals, and a customer favorite — pancakes. Pastries, pies, bread, and hot drinks can also be bought. Good to know: Catering for groups can be ordered in advance. If you wish, you can order a presentation about Seto culture or a concert by a leelo choir.
Hämsa Tavern offers traditional Estonian dishes in which local ingredients take pride of place. Catering is available at the tavern for up to 60 people, while a further 120 can make the most of our two outdoor terraces. Special grill menus are offered in summer.Hämsa Tavern offers catering and general service for birthdays, weddings, company events, seminars, get-togethers, special days on the folk calendar, wakes and more.Bring yourself or bring everyone - Hämsa Tavern is here to feed you!
The farmers of Andri-Peedo farm started raising goats in 2009, and in 2017, the most modern goat farm in the Nordic countries was opened. We have a spacious goat shed, a hay dryer that is unique in Estonia, a high-tech dairy, and a cosy farm shop. Because we offer good living conditions and the best food to our goats, we are able to offer high-quality goat milk and cheeses which several top chefs prefer to use. Andri-Peedo Farm Shop sells fresh goat milk and cheeses made in our dairy. In addition, we also sell handmade products from other small businesses in the area.
Kolm Sõsarat (The Three Sisters) is a cosy restaurant in Lüllemäe Village, Valga County, which combines modern high quality cuisine, organic produce, and genuine love for the guests. The restaurant is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Estonia.The chef 's unique menu includes only fresh and quality ingredients. We offer seasonal 7 course dining experience for 89 EUR per guest. Orders from the drinks menu are for an additional cost. We do not offer a la carte or vegan menu.Please allow 3 hours for the dining experience. Reservations should be made at least 72 hours beforehand at Dinnerbooking.
At Mooska farm, pork is smoked in a traditional way in a smoke sauna.The meat is salted for seven days and smoked in the gentle alder smoke of the smoke sauna for about 40 hours. The result is mouth-watering, brown-surfaced, aromatic smoked meat that can become addictive. We have warned you! Also try talvõvõid - a bread spread made from smoked bacon and garlic. Mooska Smoke Sauna Farm is a recognized producer in the UMA MEKK network, whose products meet the criteria of the regional quality label. The selection of smoked meat and farm shop goods are made from local raw materials and follow traditional preparation methods characteristic of the food heritage of Old Võromaa.You are welcome to buy sauna-smoked meat, talvõvõid, and other UMA MEKK food items from the Mooska Smoke Sauna Farm shop Kae Perrä. Please let us know in advance about your visit.
The Old Believers who settled along Lake Peipsi in the 17th century brought their traditions with them and kept them. Braided onion chains hanging from the gates, pickled cucumbers, fish smoked over alder wood, samovars on the table.
Driving the Onion Road in summer doesn’t feel like tourism. It just feels like a road where people happen to live and sell what they grow.
At our small but authentic Kolkja Fish and Onion Restaurant, we offer genuine Old Believer dishes from the Peipsi region, prepared with freshly caught lake fish and locally grown, world-famous Peipsi onions. The dishes are based on traditional recipes passed down through generations, reflecting the unique culinary culture of the Peipsi lakeshore area. The menu features smoked fish, richly flavored fish soup, hearty onion soup, juicy fish patties, and a variety of desserts, including traditional Old Believer pies. The culinary experience is crowned with a traditional samovar tea, which is best enjoyed slowly in good company. The restaurant is located on the Onion Route (Sibulatee), and our cozy setting is perfect for families, friends, and travel groups alike. For groups, we offer the opportunity to arrange storytelling by the restaurant’s hostess about local life and Old Believer customs, as well as readings from old books, making the visit unique and memorable.
Peipsi Kalapunkt – ancient fish recipes in a historical location! If you appreciate fresh and delicious fish, then Peipsi Kalapunkt is the place to come. Here, in Kallaste, delicious fish awaits, and it will make your taste buds jump with joy. We mainly offer smoked fish: vendace, bream, rudd, and other lake delicacies. If you want to be sure that the fish you like is available, we recommend calling in advance. Kalapunkt’s outdoor café is also open in warm weather, where you can quickly enjoy delicious fish burgers, wraps, and other snacks.
The teemaja (teahouse) in Mustvee is a cosy place in the capital of the Peipus region, where good tea and local food and drinks are offered. The menu includes fish from Lake Peipus and local garden and forest products.On the first floor, we can host family events and other anniversaries.We also offer accommodation on the second floor.Peipsi Teemaja is the well-known red house in the centre of Mustvee.In addition to meals, we have an exciting selection of handicrafts and souvenirs.
In the Mesi Tare fish cooking workshop, we prepare local dishes from seasonal Peipsi fish! The fish cooking workshop, held in the courtyard of the Mesi Tare Holiday Home, covers the entire process from start to finish, including cleaning, filleting, preparation, and cooking the fish. Depending on the season and the fish we have, we cook uhhaa, a traditional fish soup, smoke the fish, pan fry fish, etc. And finally, the moment that everyone is especially looking forward to — we serve the food and enjoy an authentic meal in an Old Believers' village on the Onion Route. The winter fish cooking workshop includes an experience on the ice with a karakat ride on frozen Lake Peipsi, ice fishing, and preparing uhhaa. See you at the workshop!
The best way to try Seto food is at a table in Setomaa, from earthenware dishes, with someone who made it.
Taarka Tarõ Köögikõnõ Cafe is a cozy restaurant in Obinitsa, in the true heart of Setomaa, worth visiting for the authentic atmosphere alone. The Tarõ family, Rieka and Aare Hõrn, are longtime leaders in Setomaa, and through them, guests can experience Seto culture and authentic Seto food. There is also a selection of Finnish-Ugric and Ukrainian meals, and a customer favorite — pancakes. Pastries, pies, bread, and hot drinks can also be bought. Good to know: Catering for groups can be ordered in advance. If you wish, you can order a presentation about Seto culture or a concert by a leelo choir.
At Seto Tsäimaja, you can eat Seto food from handmade earthenware and listen to Seto songs and musical instruments. You can also practice Seto by reading from the menu. The restaurant is next to the Värska Farm Museum — combine your dining experience with a visit to the museum and explore the local craft and souvenir shop. On the second floor of the building, there is a classroom suitable for organizing seminars and meetings or seating for smaller groups. Prior arrangements should be made for catering for groups, party catering, meeting room use, events in cooperation with Setomaa Museums, etc.
Sirje Kruusamäe with her family welcomes you at the Toomemäe Farm in the village of Saabolda. The home restaurant Maagõkõnõ (poppy in Estonian) is the result of Sirje’s long-standing dream. When the family bought the farm, it was surrounded by a poppy field. Now, they are used to decorate the walls of the home cafe.The restaurant serves gourmet local good. Our most popular dishes are pike cutlets, warm cottage cheese, and home-made ice cream, but also delicious pies. The hostess Sirje is a multi-time pie champion of the Seto Kingdom Day!The restaurant is also perfect for cooking workshops, birthdays, and other events.
Nobody expected South Estonia to become a drinks region. The vineyard on the Otepää hillside grows grapes that have no business thriving this far north. The apple orchards in Valgjärve produce ciders that win international awards. The craft brewery in Tartu ships to 23 countries.
The KODAS modern production, distance working and visitor centre is located at Valgjärve, between the picturesque hills of Otepää Upland. We use the fruits of 9000 apple trees in our apple garden to produce internationally renowned hand crafted ciders, sparkling wines, and non-alcoholic drinks.At our place you can see with your own eyes the journey of an apple picked from a tree to the bottle.During the 1.5-hour factory tour you will visit the production facility, learn about the exciting world of drinks and then you can taste what has been bottled as well.Restaurant KODAS offers exciting flavour experiences and during summer we host open air concerts with well known performers.
We are a small family business in Võru County, between the hills of Haanja and near the beautiful Lake Alajärv. Our organic farm grows sea-buckthorn and grapes on Servamägi Hill (222 meters high). We make berry and fruit wines from our own and other local raw ingredients. We offer a year-round educational ‘wine tour’, during which we will explore the secrets of wine-making and then, taste three wines with snacks. During the summer season from May to October, we will go on a tour on the berry field. We will also hold a fun quiz on wines. There is a farm shop.
The secret to good wine lies in Murimäe — local ingredients, well-chosen grape varieties, a sunny slope near Otepää, and a northern climate — but what else? Located in South Estonia, near Otepää, Murimäe Winery gladly welcomes visitors. Our hostess takes guests on a walk to an authentic vineyard, shows them the production rooms, and explains how high-quality Estonian handcrafted wine is made in the wine cellar. At the end of the tour, we offer Murimäe wines for tasting, and those interested can purchase wine to take home.The visit takes place both outdoors and indoors and lasts 1.5-2 hours. Available by pre-order, even daily.You can also come with a group just to taste our wines. We organize various training courses and adventurous team activities, and you can also stay overnight. In summer, a café operates in Murimäe, and several special events with exciting performers, good food, and, of course, Murimäe wines take place. Come and discover Europe's northernmost vineyard for yourself!
Peninuki is not just a drink, but an experience! Bold drinks are born at Peninuki Distillery. We are setting new standards and pushing boundaries. We believe that the future of Estonian drink culture lies in creativity, and we are here to lead the way. From fermentation to distillation, from aging to blending — every process is guided by local taste, boundless curiosity, and deep respect for craftsmanship. Peninuki Distillery is the first distillery in Southern Estonia, located right in the heart of Tartu! Southern Estonia's first gins, our award-winning vodka, and Estonia's first rums are our pride and joy. You can taste these and much more at Peninuki tastings and purchase them at our factory store! We offer tastings for every preference! Are you interested in gin, rum, tequila, or the behind-the-scenes of production? We have knowledge for everyone! Whether the goal is to find a new favorite or just good company, bring your friends to spend some time at Peninuki!
Käbliku Brewery is a small craft beer producer located in the forests of South Estonia, at Käbliku Farm in Põlva County. Services you can order include: Brewery tour and beer-making introduction Tasting Beer Barrel sauna The tour and introduction to beer-making lasts about 15-20 minutes. We will show you all the main parts of the brewery and explain why they are needed, and how they are used. Tasting gives you the opportunity to try our different beers. The standard package includes tasting 10 different beers and lasts about 1 hour. We have various types of beer, and you will see how much craft beer can differ from mass-produced beer. We talk about the characteristics and the history of the style of beer being sampled. Beer can be purchased in cans or by the case. In the barrel sauna, you can relax in the hot water generated during the beer brewing process and sip cold Käbliku beer. Accommodation is available through the nearby Käbliku Farm Holiday Homes, allowing you to enjoy our services during your stay.
The beginning of the story of Pühaste Brewery dates back to 2011 when Eero Mander first began making beer. The brewery in Tartu was opened in 2016.The visit to the Taproom includes beer tasting and a tour of the factory, during which you can hear and see how beer is made. The Taproom can be rented for corporate events, training sessions, and birthdays. To promote craft beer culture, a beer training course and a tour of the factory are also included in the booking.The exact cost of your visit depends on a number of factors – ask for more!
South Estonia’s forests produce chanterelles, boletus, lingonberries, blueberries and bog cranberries in quantities that feel almost unreasonable in a good year. Picking them is something people do in summer and autumn the way others go to the supermarket. You have the legal right to pick berries and mushrooms on any land in Estonia, including private property.
Chanterelles appear from July. Boletus and other mushrooms peak in September. Berries start in June with wild strawberries and run through autumn. If you don’t know your mushrooms, go with someone who does, guided foraging tours are available and worth it.
Inspired by the spoon-like shape of our journey, Scoop is a carefully curated food route where every stop scoops up a new flavour, story and tradition. Discover authentic tastes, heartwarming hospitality and the untouched beauty of South Estonia.
It´s a journey through homemade farm-to-table dishes, craft beverages, and gourmet experiences, where every stop offers something unique – from masterful smoked meats to the wildest flavors of nature. This is a food lover’s dream route, guiding you through South Estonia’s finest restaurants, boutique wineries, and charming farmsteads.
A culinary path worth taking.
