GUIDE
Fine dining in Tallinn
A guide to Tallinn’s fine dining restaurants, the MICHELIN Guide selection and neighbourhoods worth exploring for a good meal.
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Group bookingsTallinn – a city with plenty of good restaurants
Tallinn has a remarkably varied restaurant scene, from relaxed neighbourhood bistros to restaurants recognised by the MICHELIN Guide. In recent years, the Estonian capital has also gained increasing international attention for its food.
This guide brings together places that the Moon team enjoys and recommends in Tallinn. Most are recognised by the MICHELIN Guide, alongside a few personal favourites.
MOON TEAM RECOMMENDATIONS
Restaurants to discover in Tallinn
Restaurant Moon
Telliskivi
CUISINE
Modern Slavic cuisine
RECOGNITION
MICHELIN Guide recommended 2022–2026
ABOUT
Moon combines Central and Eastern European food traditions with seasonal ingredients and a contemporary approach.
180° by Matthias Diether
Noblessner
CUISINE
Creative contemporary cuisine
RECOGNITION
Two MICHELIN Stars
WHY WE RECOMMEND
Estonia’s only restaurant with Two MICHELIN Stars. Its open kitchen serves a carefully constructed tasting menu overlooking Noblessner harbour.
NOA Chef’s Hall
Merivälja
CUISINE
Contemporary fine dining
RECOGNITION
One MICHELIN Star
WHY WE RECOMMEND
Set by Tallinn Bay, the restaurant focuses on a considered tasting menu and precise execution.
Kolm Sibulat
Maakri
CUISINE
Fusion cuisine and ramen with handmade noodles
CONNECTION TO MOON
Moon’s sister restaurant
WHY WE RECOMMEND
A more relaxed restaurant where dishes for sharing, influences from different cuisines and ramen with noodles made in-house come together.
Lee Brasserie
Old Town
CUISINE
Modern cuisine with Asian influences
RECOGNITION
MICHELIN Guide recommended
WHY WE RECOMMEND
Lee Brasserie in Tallinn’s Old Town combines modern cooking with influences from different food cultures. Guests can choose between an à la carte menu and a multi-course sharing menu.
Tuljak
Pirita
CUISINE
Modern cuisine with Baltic influences
RECOGNITION
Bib Gourmand
WHY WE RECOMMEND
Close to the Pirita waterfront, this restaurant brings together modern cuisine with Baltic influences, modernist architecture and sea views.
MICHELIN GUIDE ESTONIA 2026
Tallinn restaurants in the MICHELIN Guide
The MICHELIN Guide Estonia 2026 selection includes 43 restaurants across Estonia. Many of the recognised restaurants are in Tallinn and its surrounding area.
TWO MICHELIN STARS · NOBLESSNER
180° by Matthias Diether
Estonia’s only restaurant with Two MICHELIN Stars retained its distinction in 2026.
ONE MICHELIN STAR · MERIVÄLJA
NOA Chef’s Hall
NOA Chef’s Hall, on Tallinn Bay, retained its One MICHELIN Star in 2026.
BIB GOURMAND · 7 RESTAURANTS IN TALLINN
Good quality and good value cooking
Tallinn’s Bib Gourmand restaurants are Lore Bistroo, Mantel ja Korsten, NOA, Tuljak, FUME, Fotografiska and Vesta. FUME, Fotografiska and Vesta joined the selection in 2026.
MICHELIN GREEN STAR · 2 RESTAURANTS IN TALLINN
Restaurants committed to sustainable gastronomy
Fotografiska and Hiis hold a MICHELIN Green Star in Tallinn. Estonia’s third Green Star restaurant, Kolm Sõsarat, is in Lüllemäe.
MAIN SELECTION · 32 RESTAURANTS IN ESTONIA
MICHELIN Guide Main Selection
Five new restaurants joined the Main Selection in 2026: Cafe Tempo, Põhjala Tap Room, Restoran O2, Riva and Sadu.
Tallinn restaurants continuing in the Main Selection include:
Art Priori, Barbarea, Gianni, Härg, Koyo, Lee Brasserie, Mon Repos, Restaurant Moon, Morel Bistroo, Osteria il Cru, Paju Villa, Pull, Puri, R14, Radio, Rado, Shang Shi, Tchaikovsky and Võivõi.
Restaurant Moon has been included in the MICHELIN Guide for five consecutive years, from 2022 to 2026.
Sources: MICHELIN Guide Estonia 2026 and ERR’s summary, May 2026 · read more in our MICHELIN Guide overview.
CHOOSE BY OCCASION
Which restaurant suits your plans?
Modern Slavic cuisine
Restaurant Moon in Telliskivi – Moon Classics, seasonal dishes and MICHELIN Guide recognition.
A longer fine dining evening
180° by Matthias Diether in Noblessner – a restaurant with Two MICHELIN Stars and a multi-course menu.
Dinner overlooking the sea
NOA Chef’s Hall in Merivälja – a restaurant with One MICHELIN Star on Tallinn Bay.
Relaxed fusion cuisine in the city centre
Kolm Sibulat in Maakri – ramen with handmade noodles, dishes for sharing and cocktails.
Modern cooking in the Old Town
Lee Brasserie – modern cooking with Asian influences in Tallinn’s historic Old Town.
Baltic flavours by the sea
Tuljak in Pirita – modern cuisine with Baltic influences and views across Tallinn Bay.
TIPS
How to plan a fine dining evening
Book ahead
Friday and Saturday evenings at popular restaurants can fill quickly. For special occasions and holidays, it is worth booking earlier where possible.
Check the menu beforehand
Before your visit, check whether the restaurant offers à la carte, a multi-course or tasting menu, or both. This helps you choose a format that suits your time, budget and preferences.
Ask for a drink recommendation
The right drink can complement a dish. Ask the team for a wine, alcohol-free or other drink recommendation if you would like some guidance.
Mention dietary requirements early
Add allergies, intolerances and other important requirements when you book. This gives the restaurant a better chance to take them into account.
Allow enough time
The length of a visit depends on the restaurant and menu. For a multi-course dinner, allow for a longer evening and avoid a schedule that is too tight.
Ask questions
If you have questions about a dish, ingredient or drink, ask the team. A clear explanation can help you understand the menu and choose what suits you.
NEIGHBOURHOODS
Where to eat in Tallinn
Tallinn’s recognised restaurants are spread across several neighbourhoods, each with a different character. If you would like to include a walk or explore more of the city, location can be useful when choosing a restaurant.
Telliskivi
Culture, design and restaurants
RESTAURANTS
Moon, F-hoone, Frenchy Bistro, LaBocca Telliskivi, One Sixty, Kivi Paber Käärid
Telliskivi is one of Tallinn’s best-known areas for food, culture and design. Before or after dinner, you can visit Fotografiska, browse design shops or explore the area’s street art.
Old Town
Historic surroundings
RESTAURANTS
Lee Brasserie, Tchaikovsky, Gianni, Art Priori
Tallinn’s Old Town combines historic architecture with a varied restaurant selection. Dinner can easily be paired with a walk through the historic city centre.
Noblessner
Seafront and contemporary architecture
RESTAURANTS
180° by Matthias Diether, Lore Bistroo, UMA
Noblessner brings together the harbour, a waterfront promenade and contemporary architecture. It is easy to spend an evening here with a walk by the sea followed by dinner.
Kadriorg
Green spaces and historic villas
RESTAURANTS
Mon Repos, Radio, Mantel ja Korsten
Kadriorg is known for its park, historic villas and calmer pace. A restaurant visit can easily be combined with a walk in Kadriorg Park or around Kumu.
Pirita & Merivälja
Restaurants by the sea
RESTAURANTS
NOA Chef’s Hall, NOA, Tuljak
If you would like to combine a good meal with views across Tallinn Bay, choose one of the waterfront restaurants. The area is especially appealing around sunset.
City centre
Central location and a varied choice
RESTAURANTS
Kolm Sibulat, Pull, Härg, Shang Shi
The city centre offers a broad restaurant choice for business meetings and dinner. Kolm Sibulat, Moon’s sister restaurant known for fusion cuisine and ramen with handmade noodles, is in the Maakri district.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Questions to consider before booking
Tallinn’s restaurants differ in menu, price level, location and pace. Before booking, consider what kind of dinner or visit you are looking for.
What is the occasion?
Are you planning a quiet dinner for two, meeting visitors, a birthday or a business dinner? Some restaurants suit a longer evening, while others work better for a more relaxed or quicker visit.
How large is your group?
A standard booking often works for two or four guests. For a larger party, check the group menu, shared-table and any private-room options offered by that restaurant.
What menu format do you prefer?
Check whether the restaurant offers à la carte, a multi-course menu or both. This affects both the length and cost of the evening.
What type of cuisine interests you?
Tallinn offers modern Estonian cooking, modern Slavic cuisine, fusion dishes, classic fine dining and restaurants influenced by different regions.
Does location matter?
Choose Pirita or Merivälja for sea views, the Old Town for historic surroundings, Telliskivi for culture and street art, or Kadriorg for a quieter walk.
Do you have allergies or dietary requirements?
Mention them when you book. Restaurants differ in what they can offer, and advance notice makes it easier to consider a suitable option.
RESTAURANT MOON
Modern Slavic cuisine in Telliskivi
Restaurant Moon combines Central and Eastern European food traditions with seasonal ingredients and a contemporary approach. Moon has been included in the MICHELIN Guide every year since the Guide first arrived in Estonia in 2022.
If you’re looking to discover modern Slavic cuisine in Tallinn, we’ll be happy to welcome you at Moon.
Discover MoonFAQ
Frequently asked questions about fine dining in Tallinn
What does fine dining mean?+
Fine dining usually refers to restaurants that pay particular attention to ingredients, technique, the coherence of the menu, service and detail. Some offer only a multi-course menu, while others also have à la carte choices. Fine dining does not have one single fixed format.
How many MICHELIN Guide restaurants are there in Estonia?+
The MICHELIN Guide Estonia 2026 selection includes 43 restaurants in total: one restaurant with Two MICHELIN Stars, one with One MICHELIN Star, nine Bib Gourmand restaurants and 32 restaurants in the Main Selection. Three restaurants also hold a MICHELIN Green Star.
Which restaurants in Estonia have MICHELIN Stars?+
In 2026, Estonia has two MICHELIN-Starred restaurants, both in Tallinn. 180° by Matthias Diether holds Two MICHELIN Stars and NOA Chef’s Hall holds One MICHELIN Star.
What is the difference between a MICHELIN Star, Bib Gourmand and the Main Selection?+
MICHELIN Stars recognise outstanding cooking. The Bib Gourmand highlights restaurants offering good quality and good value. The Main Selection includes restaurants chosen by MICHELIN Guide inspectors that do not necessarily hold a MICHELIN Star or Bib Gourmand.
Which is the best restaurant in Tallinn?+
There is no single answer. Tallinn’s restaurants differ in cuisine, menu format, location, price level and pace. 180° by Matthias Diether offers a multi-course fine dining format with Two MICHELIN Stars, NOA Chef’s Hall serves creative cooking by the sea with One MICHELIN Star, and Moon offers modern Slavic cuisine à la carte.
How much does fine dining cost in Tallinn?+
Prices vary considerably. At an à la carte restaurant, the total depends on the dishes and drinks chosen; at restaurants with a multi-course menu, the price is usually set in advance. Check each restaurant’s current menu for accurate pricing.
Is there a dress code at fine dining restaurants in Tallinn?+
It depends on the restaurant. Many do not have a strict dress code, though guests often choose a slightly more formal or smart-casual style. Any specific requirements are normally shown on the restaurant’s website or booking information.
Are there options for vegetarians and vegans?+
Many restaurants offer vegetarian dishes or can adapt certain dishes, but options vary. A vegan menu or adapting an entire multi-course menu is not always possible. Mention dietary requirements when booking.
Which Tallinn neighbourhoods have recognised restaurants?+
Recognised restaurants can be found in Telliskivi, the Old Town, Noblessner, Kadriorg, the city centre, Pirita and Merivälja. When choosing an area, consider whether you would also like sea views, historic surroundings, cultural venues or the pace of the city centre.
How far in advance should I book?+
Popular Friday and Saturday evenings can fill quickly. For special occasions, holidays and major events, book as early as practical. Weekday tables may be available at shorter notice.
Is fine dining in Tallinn suitable for international visitors?+
Yes. Tallinn’s recognised restaurants regularly welcome local and international guests, and menus and service are generally available in English. The MICHELIN Guide selection in Tallinn includes restaurants at different price levels and with different cuisines and menu formats.
What makes Restaurant Moon different?+
Moon focuses on modern Slavic cuisine, bringing Central and Eastern European food traditions together with seasonal ingredients and a contemporary approach. The restaurant has been included in the MICHELIN Guide every year since the first Estonia selection in 2022.
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