Food Experiences

Delicious food experiences for your trip

Food Experiences are an important part of your journey.

Through us, you will find several year-round restaurants, as well as unique gems serving by order, each offering a piece of Ilomantsi tradition. Karelian food tradition thrives and pampers travellers with the best seasonal delicacies.

Whether it's a festive occasion, coffee service, catering, or even outdoor dining in the forest's embrace, you will find a suitable service provider with us.

Welcome to a culinary journey in Ilomantsi!

Petkeljärvi Midsummer Eve's Lunch

12.95-25.90€/person Petkeljärvi Midsummer Eve's Lunch Buffet 12-15
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Parppein burger evening October 16, 2026

Come relax and enjoy good food at the burger evening organized in honor of the autumn holidays.
Parppeinvaara
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Parppeinpirtti's best layer and sandwich cakes

The prices of the cakes are determined by the size of the cake and the chosen fillings. Parppeinpirtti's layer and sandwich cakes make even everyday life a celebration.
Parppeinvaara
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Catering Services Mantan Majatalo Style

Catering service prices are always based on a quote. Catering services for various occasions can be easily arranged through Mantan Majatalo's private event...
Möhkö
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Valentine's Day Blini Evening, Sat 14.2.2026

What better way to celebrate friendship or a relationship than classic blinis and a lavish dessert buffet? In...
Parppeinvaara
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Kaunis Veera's Coffee Moment at Mantan Majatalo

Starting from 6.50 €/ person. Group coffee service with a sweet pastry. The service includes coffee and tea, water and juice, biscuits, and...
Möhkö
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Savotta Sanni's Snack at Mantan Majatalo

Starting from 7.50 €/ person. Coffee service with a savory pastry. Includes coffee and tea, water and juice, biscuits, and a savory pastry...
Möhkö
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Mantan Majatalo's Custom Cakes

The price of custom cakes is determined according to quotes. Do you want delicious and personalized cakes for your event? We make various layer cakes, cheesecakes, and...
Möhkö
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Mother's Day at Mantan Majatalo on 10.5.2026

33.00 €/ person, children 4-11 years old 16.50 €/ person and children under 4 years old free of charge. At Mantan Majatalo, Mother's Day is celebrated atmospherically with good food. Seatings at 12:00 and 14:30.
Möhkö
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Modern Karelian Feast at Restaurant Parppeinpirtti

29€/person, 14.50€/children ages 5-12 and under 5 years old free of charge The Modern Karelian Feast is put together respecting Karelian tradition, spiced with the personality of the...
Parppeinvaara
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Mantan Majatalo Breakfast Basket

12 € / person, children under 12 years old 6 € / person Do you want to enjoy breakfast in peace, exactly when it suits you? Book a breakfast basket with your...
Möhkö
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Take-away from Parppeinpirtti's Karelian Pie Bakery

At Parppein's Karelian pie bakery, people work diligently almost daily. The bakery's oven-fresh products are...
Parppeinvaara
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Modern Karelian Feast for Groups

27€/person The Modern Karelian Feast is put together respecting Karelian tradition, without forgetting the eating habits...
Parppeinvaara
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Karelian culture at Parppeinvaara summer package (period 1.6.-30.8.)

34 €/person (incl. modern Karelian feast and museum area entrance fee) Our Karelian culture package combines the diverse cultural offerings of the poetry village and the traditional...
Parppeinvaara
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Karelian Culture at Parppeinvaara - Winter Package (valid Sep 1 - May 31)

34 €/person (incl. modern Karelian feast and museum area entrance fee) Our Karelian culture package combines the diverse cultural offerings of the poetry village and the traditional...
Parppeinvaara
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What our customers say

Our customers' experiences from Ilomantsi

A great and versatile destination, whether you're interested in history, culture, or scenery. The restaurant has a generous Karelian buffet and the whole place has cheerful, helpful people.

Parppeinvaaralla asioinut matkailija
24.06.2025

Good guidance, kantele playing, and the food was delicious!

Parppeinvaaran runokylän ja ravintola Parppeinpirtin asiakas
24.06.2025

Charming and interesting complex. Good museum shop!

Parppeinvaaran runokylän museovierailija
24.06.2025

A truly fine complex with outdoor areas. Meticulously done, and the small museum shop is high-quality with a nice guy at the "reception". Highly recommended! Go to Möhkö!

Möhkön ruukkimuseon vierailija
24.06.2025

A good overview of the history and methods of iron production. Memories of the Winter War bring a different perspective to the village's past. Friendly staff!

Möhkön ruukkimuseon vierailija
24.06.2025

Absolutely excellent food and a truly beautiful setting. Next to the restaurant are also Parppeinvaara attractions, which you can explore before eating. The restaurant offers traditional Karelian delicacies and also more modern contemporary dishes. An absolute "must" in the North Karelia region and also one of the best restaurants in North Karelia. Also the opportunity to buy Karelian pasties and other baked products to eat at home is really nice.

Ravintola Parppeinpirtissä asioinut matkailija
23.07.2020

In a beautiful location on the Karelian hills, with great views. Good buffet and plenty of food. Even a man will be full. Delicious pasties. Can only recommend

Ravintola Parppeinpirtin asiakas
02.08.2020

Extremely good food enjoyed with a nice group! Thanks to the hosts!

Jouluruokailuryhmä Mantan Majatalolla
03.12.2020

A wonderful setting, such places can be found in our own region. We hope for brighter times for Entrepreneurs to maintain and carry out their activities. Highly recommended...... Thank you!

Mantan Majatalon majoittujat Utju-huoneistosta
29.07.2020