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Restaurant Punakettu
Pizza
Mentioned multiple times as enormous, delicious, and the best pizza in Lapland, with particular praise for reindeer and moose pizzas and a perfect Finnish style pizza with thin, crispy crust and tasty tomato sauce.
Reindeer stew
Identified as the best reindeer stew in Luosto, highlighting its quality and local flavor.
Beef steak with pepper sauce
Specifically praised for being really good and appropriately seasoned with pepper sauce.
Finnish salmon soup
Recommended as a lovely, improved version of the classic Finnish salmon soup, different but highly enjoyable.
Burger (including deerburger and blue burger)
The deerburger is noted as the best in town and very tasty, and the blue burger with bacon and fries received high praise for taste and fast, friendly service.
Vegetable fries
Highlighted as crunchy, tasty, and a better alternative to potato fries.
Local bakery bread basket
Recommended for its hearty quality and freshness, considered the best bread in town.
Potato-based vegan garlic soup
Mentioned as amazing and hearty, receiving positive remarks as a vegan option.
Arctic char
Described as fantastic and well-prepared.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Restaurant Punakettu
Restaurant Punakettu is a Finnish restaurant in Luosto, Finland. It serves lunch and dinner, with dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating available. Reviews consistently praise the friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and generous portions, along with dishes such as reindeer burger, sauteed reindeer, reindeer stew, burgers, and fish soup. Reviewers also mention good coffee and dessert, and note that it is popular with families, groups, tourists, and solo diners.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Restaurant Punakettu known for?
It is best known for reindeer dishes, especially the reindeer burger, sauteed reindeer, reindeer stew, and reindeer pot. Reviewers also call out the burgers and fish soup, with many saying the portions are generous and the food is excellent.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant Punakettu?
The most frequently recommended items are the reindeer burger, sauteed reindeer with mash and lingonberries, reindeer pot, loaded fries with reindeer meat, and the three fish soup. Reviewers also mention the perch, pizzas, and cranberries with caramel for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant Punakettu?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and relaxing, with a comfy interior and even chess and games available. It seems to suit families, groups, tourists, and solo diners, and several reviews mention friendly staff and a welcoming feel.
Is Restaurant Punakettu good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20–40, and reviewers say the prices are normal for Finland or worth it for the quality and portion size. Some note that items like the burger can feel overpriced if sides are not included, but many still describe the meals as a very good cost-to-value balance.
When should you visit Restaurant Punakettu?
Reviewers say it can be popular, so booking ahead is recommended if you can, especially at lunch or dinner. Even when the online booking looked full, some guests were able to get a table by calling, and the restaurant is conveniently located in the center of Luosto near the Amethyst Mine area.
Is parking available at Restaurant Punakettu?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Restaurant Punakettu have vegetarian options?
Yes, Restaurant Punakettu offers vegan options.
Is Restaurant Punakettu kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurant Punakettu is good for kids.
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