A traditional liver casserole with rice and raisins, often served with a side of lingonberries.
4 top-rated spots found
Konstan Möljä
Perinteinen Maksalaatikko (Traditional Liver Casserole)
Finnish
· $$
· Hietalahti
★★★★½ 4.6
1,250 reviews
Local LegendClassicAuthentic
9.2
Flavor
9.5
Value
9.8
Vibe
This is the ultimate pilgrimage for Finnish 'Kotiruoka' (home cooking). Their liver casserole is a staple of the legendary buffet, prepared with a recipe that respects the delicate balance of iron-rich liver, sweet raisins, and creamy rice porridge.
📍 Hietalahdenkatu 14, 00180 Helsinki · View on Maps
Pompier Albertinkatu
Chef's Daily Maksalaatikko
Finnish / Scandinavian
· $$
· Punavuori
★★★★½ 4.5
840 reviews
Hidden GemLocal FavoriteLunch Spot
9.5
Flavor
8.8
Value
8.5
Vibe
Pompier is widely considered to serve the best lunch in Helsinki. When liver casserole appears on their rotating menu, it is elevated by professional chef techniques—smoother texture and higher quality liver than standard cafeteria versions.
Located right on Senate Square, Savotta offers a 'logging camp' aesthetic that is unmatched. While they are famous for reindeer liver steaks, their traditional casserole sides and seasonal menus offer a premium, rustic take on the dish using top-tier Finnish ingredients.
📍 Aleksanterinkatu 22, 00170 Helsinki · View on Maps
Ravintola Cella
Kotitekoinen Maksalaatikko (Homemade Style)
Finnish
· $$
· Kallio
★★★★☆ 4.3
950 reviews
Local LegendHidden GemClassic
8.7
Flavor
9.2
Value
9
Vibe
Cella is a time capsule of 1960s Helsinki. It is one of the few places where 'Maksalaatikko' feels like it was made by a Finnish grandmother. It’s unpretentious, hearty, and served in a space that breathes local history.