Ravintola Kajo - Tampere

Restaurant Kajo is located in the middle of Tampere, opposite to train station. Despite of big windows overlooking the street, it has a cozy and warm atmosphere even in the middle of the winter. Service was smooth: professional friendly through the meal. And the meal: it really was exceptionally good both taste and presentation wise. We enjoyed normal and vegetarian tasting menus which resembled each other a lot both by presentation and by taste. This was nice! Usually when enjoying a longer menu you find highs and lows . This was not the case in Kajo since all the courses were truly amazing. There were plenty of surprising and yet very tastes coming up with the plates. Each course was served and presented by a chef, so you got really to know a bit more of each dish. The drink at matched packages were perfect as well. Conveniently they have 100% wine package, 505/%0 wine /alcohol free and 100% alcohol free packages. The meal costed approximately 320 euros for two (two 9-course tasting menus, matched drink packages and aperitif champagnes). For this experience I rate this a bargain. In France and Central Europe Michelin team throws the stars a bit every here and quite often without any true reason or justification. In that scale Kajo would have received 2 stars in France.

We were absolutely amazed. No words can describe how surprising and strong flavours we had in three hours. The atmosphere, staff, food, even the toilets were an experience worth every penny and even more. We’ll definitely be back!

Went as a group of 4, had an excellent time. Food was delightful and wine pairings worked well (not stellar, but good). Very good presentation, good service, and really appreciated the use of summery herbs and tastes in the seasonal menu. Might've been a bit over the top for some dishes, but on the whole highly enjoyable. As a strange but minor quibble, the restaurant had asked us beforehand if fish was okay for those of us with vegetarian diets, but they still ended up serving veg options, with fish only for meat eaters. Regardless, would recommend and will certainly visit again.

Excellent use of herbs and spices. Various small dishes prepared with care truly beaufiful to look at and really something special to taste. Wines were well selected and excellent match with the menu. I don't often write this kind of recommendations but this place is definitely worth a visit!

Visited as a couple in early December 2021. Amazing tastes, perfect, proactive service with a smile, and just a great touch of personality to everything. Felt like just the right place for a romantic evening. Will definitely visit again.