Café & Bar 21
A popular downtown cafe and bar famous for its savory and sweet waffles and caramelized rice pudding; reservations are not accepted.
Located at Rovakatu 21, Café & Bar 21 is a highly recommended local hangout. The official menu features savory and sweet waffles, bowls, salads, and soups, alongside pastries and artisanal ice cream. Time Out specifically highlights the caramelized rice pudding named Kaksykkönen and the sweet waffles, with mains starting from €17. Travel bloggers frequently recommend the fried chicken waffles and hot chocolate. Reservations are not accepted, so seating is walk-in only. Open from midday to night, it is perfect for daytime coffee or evening drinks. Located in the city center, easily accessible on foot.
Opening hours
Mon-Thu 11:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-20:00
Nearby sights
- Lordi's Square & City Centre
- Aalto Centre (Town Hall, Library & Lappia Hall)
- Arktikum
- Pilke Science Centre
- Rovaniemi Church
- Korundi House of Culture
- Jätkänkynttilä Bridge
- Ounasvaara