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About This Place

Welcome to Café de la Gare Huopalahti, a delightful gastronomic gem nestled at Kauppalantie 48, 00320 Helsinki, Finland. This charming café is more than just a place to grab a bite; it is a cozy retreat that perfectly marries French culinary tradition with a welcoming Finnish atmosphere. With its light-filled interior and friendly service, Café de la Gare is designed to make every visit feel like coming home.

Café de la Gare Huopalahti stands out not only for its inviting environment but also for its impressive menu, teeming with comforting options. The Quiche Lorraine, a classic French tart filled with creamy goodness, eggs, and salty bacon, is a must-try at just €11.40. For those who crave something hearty, the Baked Potato—filled with cream, bell pepper, cheese, and optional prawns—offers a satisfying taste of indulgence. Alternatively, the light and refreshing Salad features a mix of vibrant vegetables and the choice of adding eggs or tuna, making it a well-rounded option for any palate.

An unexpected yet charming highlight is the Potato Soup, deftly incorporating peanut butter for a unique twist, while the Vegetable Soup showcases an array of fresh ingredients that comfort the soul with each spoonful. All dishes are thoughtfully priced at €11.40, ensuring that great food is accessible for everyone.

Guests rave about the exceptional quality of the food and the warm atmosphere. As sadbin asif remarked: "Café de la Gare had great food and a warm atmosphere." This sentiment is echoed by Denis Tuzhik, who lauded the pastry quality and noted how the café exceeds expectations, especially for weekend breakfasts in early Helsinki. Indeed, the croissants here are often cited as the best in the city, as reflected in glowing reviews from patrons like Maija Sequeira and Eleni Dimitriou.

What truly sets Café de la Gare Huopalahti apart is its family-friendly vibe. The play area is ideal for children, allowing parents to relax while enjoying a delicious meal. With easy access from the Huopalahti train station, it's a perfect stop for locals and visitors alike. As Daniela Nousiainen reminisces, it’s her favorite neighborhood café, celebrated not just for its food but also for its kind and helpful service.

In conclusion, Café de la Gare Huopalahti is more than just a café; it’s a community hub where quality food, a welcoming environment, and friendly service converge. Whether you're popping in for a pastry, a wholesome meal, or simply to bask in the charm of this delightful spot, you’re in for a treat!

Service options

Service options

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Quiet

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Locations

Guest Reviews (338)

Café de la Gare had great food and a warm atmosphere. Friendly service — highly recommend!

Went for the breakfast combo after an early dog walk. Super friendly local cafe, great music, lots of space, nice bright interior, good value, dog friendly, and THE best croissants in Helsinki. Plus the toastie was delicious and gooey with cheese.

Excellent. Beyond excellent, if adjusted for early morning Helsinki weekend breakfast expectations when everything else in close proximity is closed. I think whoever run this place are actually French, and this should tell you everything about expected pastry quality.

One of the best croissants I ever had. Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Highly recommended. Great for families with children. Very clean and tidy play area

My favourite place in the neighborhood. Cozy and baby&kid friendly café with excellent croissants and quiche. Service is relaxed, kind and very helpful. Easy to access from the Huopalahti train station. And the play area is great!

According to my bf “this croissant is next level”. Though, I bought the croissants for takeaway but still tasted amazing. I’ve been on a hunt for great almond croissant in Helsinki for a while and finding this place close to my neighborhood is such a win. The café is right by the train station and has that cozy welcoming feel to it. Seats are not packed so you can enjoy your own space there, the place is also kids friendly. Great for most visitor types. Would definitely recommend

Its a nice cozy little cafe/bakery next to huoplahti station. They also have soup lunch in the weekdays. I visited on a sunday noon and had eclair, almond crossaint and coffee. The crossaint was good and you can taste the butter. The eclair was just okay. Would like to come again try the pain-au-chocolate

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