If you are interested in Karelia and want to experience the Karelian life style, you should head to Pappeinvaara, Ilomantsi. Marjo Niiranen, the owner of the restaurant and the hostess of Parppei, will welcome you warmly and the fair maidens of the hills will lead you to fest upon the Karelian delicacies. Fill your bellies on our buffet while listening to beautiful kantele-music. The spirit and smells of this Karelian building set the mood and while you gaze out of the window and look at the scenery, you cannot help but thinking: “Karelia, we have found you”.

We are happy to serve with genuine Karelian hospitality. Home-made lunch and the Karelian buffet are served year round. With 160 seats the restaurant is also a popular venue for celebrations and receptions. The guests are served with genuine Karelian hospitality and professionality. The restaurant is open year round. The summer café is open daily from June to August. From the bakery you can purchase hand-made Karelian pasties.