We stopped by since it was said to be famous by a few people around town. The food is just mediocre, but the portions are big. The prices are a little on the higher side. The view is pretty good if you sit by the window or outside. You won’t miss anything if you decide not to visit.
Marc M.
Classificação do local: 4 Berlin
Okay, okay, die Optik ist nicht gerade überragend. Von außen sieht das«Carusel» aus wie ein übrig gebliebener Pavillon von der Expo 2000 in Hannover, von innen wie der Gemeindesaal einer evangelischen Kirche. ABER: Das alles macht seltsamer Weise nichts. Tatsächlich ist das«Carusel» echt ein netter Laden. Sehr unkompliziert, sehr easy going. Und alles schmeckt. Kuchen, Schnittchen, belegte Baguettes. Keine kulinarischen Höhepunkte, aber voll okay, und das zu vergleichsweise günstigen Preisen — wenn man bedenkt, dass man in Helsinki und direkt am Meer ist. Die Lage ist jedenfalls allerbest. Im Sommer auf der Terrasse sitzen, im Winter drinnen — und das ganze Jahr aufs Wasser gucken(oder bei großer Kälte natürlich aufs Eis).
Ossi H.
Classificação do local: 3 East Village, Manhattan, NY
The best part about this place is the location and the sunny terrace. The food is nothing exceptional but if you hit this place on a sunny summer day, order a salad and a glass of white wine, you’re sure to enjoy yourself. They have free wifi, which makes this a great place for working. They have a pop-up restaurant every year, in 2014 it’s a bbq-joint that opens in the afternoon.
Autumn K.
Classificação do local: 5 Helsinki, Finland
So close to my home! Carusel is the nicest place to work from if you happen to work from home. No matter the weather, the views of the sea are beautiful and in the Winter one can enjoy the scenery while avoiding the sub-zero weather. In Summertime there is the large Summer terrace. They have some of the yummiest Irish coffees around and there is always a cheerful vibe. In two years, I have yet to eat the food but I will update when I have! Weekends and holidays are good times to avoid Carusel as the restrooms are packed and the café itself is overrun and crowded. I love nice quiet weekday mornings/early afternoons for working from here. Friendly, lively, and still calm enough to be able to get things done. Wifi is great and again: the views can’t be beat. I strongly suggest getting there before 11 to secure a nice seat by the window.
Heidi H.
Classificação do local: 4 San Francisco, CA
Was positively surprised by the quality of the brunch. A very nice pre-built plate with lots of good food, e.g. truffle omelette, skagen shrimp. No need to collect the food from a buffet, everything comes ready on the plate. Everyone had a very happy full stomach afterward!
Ansgar F.
Classificação do local: 4 Helsinki, Finland
A wonderful place for a coffee at the sea is Café Carusel. It is well known by locals and is located close to Kaivopuisto next to a small sailing harbor. Like in most Finnish cafés there is no table service which means that you have to get your drinks and food — they don’t just sell snacks but also bigger dishes like pizza — inside. Then you can either take a seat inside or go onto the big summer terrace. While sitting here you can watch the sailing boats leaving the harbor for their cruises around the small islands in front of the city. It might not be cheap here but this place really makes you feel like being on holidays.
Dan K.
Classificação do local: 4 Vancouver, WA
This is a great place to spend a quiet evening on the terrace watching people and the sailboats. My request for. Triple espresso macchiato was a bit of a surprise to the barista, but she made an awesome foam and the coffee was strong and smooth.
Devin M.
Classificação do local: 3 Brooklyn, NY
Cafeteria-style line for drinks, desserts, etc., and you can order hot sandwiches and so forth at the register(they give you a buzzer for when these are ready). Nice outdoor seating on the waterfront, which is the point of this place.