The local ingredients from trusted producers form the heart of our kitchen. It is important for us to know that the livestock are kept well and live happy. You can taste the high quality of meat, fish, vegetables and berries in the dishes we serve. We bring the delicacies of each season to the table for our customers to enjoy.
Vaiha means uncomplicated and tasty food made with love from the best local ingredients.
The chef of Vaiha, Teemu, knew already as a 5-year-old that he wants to be a cook. He learned to appreciate fresh home-grown ingredients already in his early years: greens, vegetables, apples, berries, all grew in the home yard, and fish was caught from Lake Saimaa.
Teemu’s road to Mikkeli began with gastronomy studies in Lappeenranta, continued to the top restaurants in Helsinki and finally took him to Anttolanhovi in South Savo. There he met the other love of his life, his wife Anna-Kaisa, with whom he could share his passion for food made from home-grown and local ingredients.
In 2017, Teemu’s dream of his own restaurant came true when Restaurant Vaiha Asema was established in the old railway station building in the centre of Mikkeli. The historical building gave the restaurant a special atmosphere. Here the couple could do what they love: cook authentic Finnish food from pure and fresh ingredients. And most importantly, the competent and committed staff share their passion for food.
Our family and team are in this with all their hearts and we want to offer the best culinary experiences to our customers.
– Enterpreneurs of Vaiha, Teemu and Anna-Kaisa
What could do more justice to a restaurant serving traditional local foods than a historic railway station from the 19th century in the heart of Mikkeli?
The railway station has always been a crossroads for people; a place to meet and hop on a train. It is a perfect place to catch up, have a break and enjoy good food with friends.
Enjoy a generous and tasty lunch on weekdays and Saturdays. The buffet buffet features a variety of warm dishes, fresh salads, and seasonal specialties – there’s something for every taste.
Located right in the heart of Mikkeli, just behind City Hall, Pormestari is easy to reach whether you’re stopping by on foot or by car.
At Vaiha Elias, you can enjoy a fresh and satisfying lunch buffet on weekdays, featuring a variety of warm dishes, crisp salads, and locally inspired flavors. Everything is prepared with care to offer a balanced and delicious meal for every guest.
On Saturdays, the restaurant serves a relaxed and indulgent brunch –a perfect start for a weekend!
Vaiha was conceived from our love to local food and the fine ingredients from the Saimaa region. Into our dishes, we add a great deal of local gastronomic heritage and spice it up with some fresh ideas. That's the secret of Vaiha's tasty food.
Welcome to enjoy the best tastes of Saimaa to Vaiha, to the heart of the City of Mikkeli!