Eat · Telliskivi Creative City & Kalamaja
F-Hoone
A restaurant and bar in a former factory hall in Telliskivi Creative City: go for a brunch or a relaxed dinner; book a table on Friday and Saturday evenings.
- A former factory hall
- Brunch and dinner
- Book for weekends
- Order: Modern Estonian and brunch plates
- Tables and stools
- Walk-in window: 11:00–14:00
- Queue risk: 17:00–19:00
- Vegetarian options
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Rules in force · 11Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with R…Old Town lanes are cobbled and the hill is steep
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Baltic states ↗Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with Russia and Belarus as closed to your plans: crossings are restricted, change within hours, and sit under advisories on the far side.
- Baltic states ↗Book open-jaw flights (into Tallinn or Vilnius, out of the other) so the line runs one way; Riga is the biggest airport if you need a single hub.
- Baltic states ↗Midsummer (23–24 June) is the biggest holiday in all three countries: cities empty, many businesses close and island and coast transport sells out.
- Estonia ↗Estonia is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Estonian sources for your passport.
- Estonia ↗The land border with Russia is not a route for casual travel; check your government's advice before going near it.
- Estonia ↗Winter tyres are required in the cold months; rental cars include them, but confirm if you drive.
- Tallinn and the north coast ↗Book Helsinki ferry tickets ahead in summer; check the last return before you cross.
- Tallinn ↗Old Town lanes are cobbled and the hill is steep: large suitcases go from the car to the door, never on a walk.
- Tallinn ↗November to March brings ice and short days: plan sights for the middle of the day and wear grippy shoes.
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Map & directions
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Plan
Open now, when you can walk in, what to order
Go now?
Open?
Typically 09:00–late, daily (check)Typically 9:00 AM–late, daily (check)
Busy this hour
Estimate by hour below
Easiest walk-in
11:00–14:00
Reservations
Walk-in, no reservation
Paying
Cards taken
Per person
€12–28 (≈ US$14–35)2026 estimate · check
Walk-in windows
Tip
Format
A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.
Not checked in the last 12 months (no check date on file).
On the ground
How to order, tip and pay, allergies, and booking
How to order
- Book a table online for Friday and Saturday evenings.
- Order at the table or the bar (check which applies).
- Ask for the daily lunch deal on weekdays (check).
Tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 5–10%, less than the 15–20% US norm.
Allergies and diets
- YesVegetarian · Several vegetarian dishes. · say: “Ma olen taimetoitlane.”
- AskVegan · A few plant-based dishes; ask.
- AskHalal · Pork and alcohol are on the menu; ask.
- AskGluten-free · Some options; ask. · say: “Ma ei tohi gluteeni.”
- AskNut allergy · Ask the server to check.
- AskAllergy · Staff check; show an allergy card in English. · say: “Mul on allergia.”
Paying
Cards taken
- Pay at the table; round up for the tip.
- No service charge; tipping is optional.
- Cards and contactless accepted.
Booking
- Booking
- Walk-in, no reservation
- Reservations
- Taken
- Note
- Book for weekends and evenings; walk-in at lunch (check).
Not checked in the last 12 months (no check date on file).
Map and nearby
Where this place is, how to get there, and what is around it
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How to order here, in full
How to order here
The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.
- 1Book a table online for Friday and Saturday evenings.
- 2Order at the table or the bar (check which applies).
- 3Ask for the daily lunch deal on weekdays (check).
No shared language? Tap dishes in the order builder below and show the waiter the full-screen list in the local script. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.
What to say
| In English | Say or show | Sounds like |
|---|---|---|
| The bill, please | Arve, palun | AR-veh PAH-loon |
| Hello | Tere | TEH-reh |
| Thank you | Aitäh | EYE-tah |
Paying and tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 5–10%, less than the 15–20% US norm.
- Pay at the table; round up for the tip.
- No service charge; tipping is optional.
- Cards and contactless accepted.
- Tipping: Round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants; tip a taxi driver by rounding up.
- A 10% service charge is added at a few Old Town restaurants: check the bill.
At the table
- Book dinner for Friday and Saturday, and in December for any night.
- Lunch set menus (a soup, main and drink for €8–12 (≈ US$10–14)) are the best value on weekdays.
- Late-night food: kitchens close 21:00–23:00 in the Old Town; after that use a kebab or burger counter on Viru Street, a 24-hour supermarket for a snack, or Bolt Food to your hotel (check).Late-night food: kitchens close 9:00 PM–11:00 PM in the Old Town; after that use a kebab or burger counter on Viru Street, a 24-hour supermarket for a snack, or Bolt Food to your hotel (check).
- Vegetarian and vegan options are strong; ask for the vegan menu.
Price and paying
- Typical spend
- €12–28 (≈ US$14–35) per person
Paying, diet and allergies
Paying
Accepted, but rarely needed.
Contactless is normal.
Not applicable.
Apple Pay and Google Pay work through contactless.
Diet and allergies
Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.
- Vegetarianyes
Several vegetarian dishes.
Show: Ma olen taimetoitlane.
- Veganask
A few plant-based dishes; ask.
- Halalask
Pork and alcohol are on the menu; ask.
- Gluten-freeask
Some options; ask.
Show: Ma ei tohi gluteeni.
- Nut allergyask
Ask the server to check.
- Allergyask
Staff check; show an allergy card in English.
Show: Mul on allergia.
Who it suits, booking and the kitchen
Who it suits, booking, closures
- How to book
- Book online or by phone (check).
- How far ahead
- 1–3 days for weekends
- No-show / cancel fee
- Ask about a policy.
- Dress code
- Casual.
| When | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Eve and Day | check before you go | Closed or shorter hours. |
| Midsummer | check before you go | Shorter hours. |
Show the kitchen
Tap a need to get a large screen you can hold up to staff. The wording is the guide’s; a helper who reads the language should confirm it if your allergy is serious.
Hour by hour, with queue times
Quietest listed hour: 11:00 (light).
- 11:00lightlittle or no wait
- 13:00busya short wait is possible
- 15:00lightlittle or no wait
- 17:00busya short wait is possible
- 18:00heavyexpect a line
- 19:00packedexpect a long lineBook ahead
- 21:00heavyexpect a line
- 23:00busya short wait is possible
Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; Friday and Saturday evenings run one or two levels higher. Not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.
Comfort, facts and cons
Hygiene and comfort
- Restrooms
- Restroom on site · accessible restroom: check
- Seating
- Tables and stools
- Kids
- kids' menu: ask · stroller: ok · A relaxed space; go before 18:00 with children
- Access
- step-free: check · A former factory hall, mostly level; ask about the entrance
Hygiene
- EU food standards; tap water on request.
- Toilets inside.
Facts
- Reservations
- Taken — Book for weekends and evenings; walk-in at lunch (check).
- Capabilities
- food · toilet · seated_rest
- Getting there
- Telliskivi Creative City, 20 minutes on foot from the Old Town or tram 1 or 2 to Balti Jaam · ~6 min walk
Cons
- Busy at weekends; high noise inside.
- Not central: a 20-minute walk from the Old Town.
- Menu changes and can be limited late.
Dish glossary
| On the menu | What it is | Order it how |
|---|---|---|
| Hommikusöök | Breakfast. | Ask for the brunch menu. |
| Õlu | Beer. | Say "õlu, palun". |
| Sealiha | Pork. | Ask if a dish contains pork. |
| Taimetoit | Vegetarian food. | Ask for taimetoit. |
Price check
- locals pay
- Mains cost €12–22 (≈ US$14–30) for everyone.
- tourist price
- Prices are local; no tourist premium.
- rule
- No service charge; tipping is optional.
Deep dive
Questions, alternatives, and where our facts come from
Questions and answers
Questions and answers
Is it open on Monday?
Usually, but check; some Telliskivi shops are shut.
Checked 2026-09-28 · Voykit desk
What is F-Hoone?
A restaurant and bar in a former factory hall in Telliskivi Creative City, popular with locals for brunch and dinner.
Do I need to book?
Yes for Friday and Saturday evenings; walk-in at lunch.
How much does it cost?
About €12–28 (≈ US$14–35) per person.
Is it kid-friendly?
Yes; high chairs and a relaxed atmosphere (check).
How far is it from the Old Town?
A 20-minute walk or a short tram ride to Balti Jaam.
If it is closed or full
Nearby alternatives
If it is closed or the line is too long
- Balti Jaam market9 min walkA market hall and a flea market.
- Maiasmokk12 min walkThe oldest café in the city (since 1864), with a marzipan counter and a small museum room upstairs: go for coffee and cake at 09:30 or a mid-afternoon break; not a full meal.The oldest café in the city (since 1864), with a marzipan counter and a small museum room upstairs: go for coffee and cake at 9:30 AM or a mid-afternoon break; not a full meal.
- Kompressor13 min walkA pancake restaurant on Rataskaevu street, popular with locals and visitors: go for a weekday lunch at 12:00 or a dessert pancake after dinner; queue at 13:00.A pancake restaurant on Rataskaevu street, popular with locals and visitors: go for a weekday lunch at 12:00 PM or a dessert pancake after dinner; queue at 1:00 PM.
- Rataskaevu 1613 min walkEstonian restaurant in a lane of the Old Town: go for an early dinner or a late lunch; book ahead in summer and on weekends.Reserve ahead
Places without an authored walk are ranked by straight-line distance × 1.3 at 5 km/h (3 mph)3 mph (5 km/h).
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Sources
- secondaryWikivoyage — Tallinn (eat)
- officialVisit Tallinn
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