Eerikin Pippuri
Eerikinkatu 17, 00100 Helsinki, Finland
“Our favorite kebab restaurant in Helsinki”
Our Review
Casual kebab and Mediterranean-style fast-food restaurant known for large portions, late-night opening hours and both meat and vegan döner options. It’s popular with locals and visitors for takeaway, delivery and late-evening meals near central Helsinki nightlife areas. We have been visiting this place for more than 20 years during our Helsinki visits. It never disappoints.
About this place
Eerikin Pippuri at Eerikinkatu 17 is a longstanding casual kebab spot in central Helsinki, renowned for its large portions, affordable prices in the €0–15 range, and extended hours up to 04:30 for late-night cravings. It specializes in Middle Eastern and Turkish street food like döner kebabs with both meat and vegan options, perfect for takeaway or quick eats near nightlife areas. With over 29 years of operation, it maintains a consistent recipe using flour-free kebab meat.
Key Highlights
- Large, satisfying portions at budget-friendly prices (€0–15).
- Extended hours (10:00-04:30), ideal for late-night meals.
- Meat and vegan döner kebab options with traditional flour-free recipe.
- Middle Eastern, Turkish, and street food menu including fries and double meat.
- Convenient for takeaway, delivery, and quick counter service.
- Original location since 1997, popular with locals and visitors.
Tips for visitors
- Order at the counter for fastest service during peak late-night hours.
- Expect crowds after nightlife; visit earlier in the evening to avoid waits.
- Opt for vegan döner if preferring plant-based; portions are generous.
- Typical price point €7–8 for basics like fries or kebabs.
- Check the Eerikinkatu menu for current items like tuplaliha.
- Ideal quick stop near central Helsinki spots.
Context
Eerikin Pippuri began operations in 1997 in a tiny 23-square-meter space on Eerikinkatu, growing into a kebab chain with multiple Helsinki and Vantaa locations over 29 years.
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