Inside Out Helsinki: Past

Bar Llamas

Bar Llamas is the first bar Inside Out co-founder Emilie went to, upon her arrival in Helsinki in the Fall 2013. She immediately fell in love with the place. Founded 5 and a half years ago, the bar is located on the pedestrian street, Iso Roobertinkatu, in the heart of Punavuori or Helsinki's "design district", one of Helsinki's most central neighborhood.

It is immediately recognizable by its quirky kitchy mexican decor. A perfect mix of country-side mexican folk meets Frida Khalo.The setting is super cosy with nice sofas and armchairs to relax in, not to mention swings (!), where you can sip a delicious Mango Colada or their House Margarita, one of Inside Out's favorite, or a Chili MoonShine cocktail.

The bar has the largest selection of tequilas in Helsinki. You can also enjoy a cup of Mate, or have nachos with guacamole and salsa dip. Llamas also invites you to trust the bar tender's daring taste, and let them make you their own special cocktail! Trust us you won't regret it :)

On weekends and summer days the bar often hosts special events and invites djs to come mix.

=> Good to know: Llamas celebrates Mexican holiday Day of the Dead.

Further information:

Address: Iso Roobertinkatu 14, 00120 Helsinki
Telephone: +358 40 0353223
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bar-Llamas/502608059837945
Opening Hours:
Mon to Sat: 4 pm to 2 am
Sun: 6 pm to 2 am

Fox and Rabbit

Fox and Rabbit is a delightful tiny shop with a « candy store » feel, located on Vaasankatu, which opened in 2011 by owner Henna, who also happens to have her very own jewelry line : www.designmerrygoround.fi

The store sells different pieces of jewelry such as necklaces, earrings and rings, but also souvenirs, tea cups, postcards & notebooks, and little decoration items for your home. You can also buy gifts for guys, such as old records or 2^nd hand shop findings. In short there is a huge variety of little treasures in this fabulous fairytale-like little boutique.

Each year, the shop’s selection expands, and Fox and Rabbit now has over 30 designers. At the beginning, Henna showcased jewelry from people that she knew, and sold them on various markets and fairs. Once she opened her shop, she’s been receiving daily emails and posts from other designers. She insists on meeting them in person, as she finds it easier to be more specific and connect with the product and its story.

What Inside Out Helsinki loves about Fox and Rabbit is it’s very street-wise feel. This is not your typical jewelry shop: it’s very small, but never cluttered and there’s always space to wander around. The feeling of the store is very down to earth, and it’s especially nice to know that the owner knows the designers.

=> if you are on a tight budget, Inside Out Helsinki especially recommends the adorable post cards, always a change from the typical touristic cards out there.