Aalto2 Café
In the café designed by Alvar Aalto, delicious moments are combined with a unique atmosphere. We offer coffee, specialty coffees, and brewed tea, along with homemade sweet and savory treats. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick coffee on the go, or indulging in our seasonal delicacies during your museum visit, you’re always welcome!
Welcome to Aalto2 Café to enjoy a unique environment and delightful taste experiences!
Café open Tue — Sat from 11 AM — 4 PM
Contact us: cafe@aalto2.museum
Tel. +358 44 9020 869
Café Delights
Aalto2 Café offers a peaceful pause in the midst of a busy day, where you can take a moment to enjoy our selection of treats. Our menu includes carefully prepared coffees and speciality coffee drinks, as well as locally sourced loose-leaf teas from Teeleidi, celebrated for their rich and varied flavours. To complete your visit, our display counter is filled with fresh and delicious pastries ready to be savoured.
Are you organizing a family event?
Aalto2 offers a stunning setting for celebrations and events amidst Alvar Aalto’s iconic architecture. The museum center is the perfect venue for hosting memorable birthdays, graduation parties, memorial services, weddings, and various cocktail and private events — all effortlessly and elegantly.
Visiting with kids
In our café, you’ll find a high chair for the little ones, and we offer plenty of snacks suitable for our youngest guests. Be sure to ask about kids’ portions for lunch as well! A diaper-changing facility is available in the accessible restroom.
Responsible café
At Aalto2 Café, we prioritize environmental responsibility by carefully selecting the ingredients for our products. We prefer domestic and small business products whenever possible and strive to minimize production and plate waste. Our property also features separate waste collection to enable active recycling in our café.
We warmly welcome feedback and suggestions to help us continue improving our sustainability efforts.
Payment methods
Our café accepts most common payment methods and bank cards excluding American Express.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I make a table reservation?
Yes! We actually recommend making a reservation, especially if your group is larger. If you wish, you can also order food for your group in advance if your schedule is very tight. Please contact us via email or phone.
Can I eat my own snacks in the museum centre?
Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum areas. Snacks and water bottles can be stored in a locker during your visit.
Do you have a liquor license?
Yes! Our selection includes local beers and, of course, Alvar Aalto’s favorite drinks!
Can I come to the museum centre just for coffee?
Absolutely! The café, shop, and the Aalto2 connection area are free to visit for all guests. We only charge an entrance fee for our exhibition spaces.
What are the café’s opening hours?
You can find the current opening hours of the café at the top of this page.
Can I order products from the café for home delivery?
We are happy to sell takeaway items, but we do not offer home delivery. If you wish to place a larger order, please contact us for more details. We need several days’ notice to ensure we have enough ingredients for your order.
Can I host a party in the café space?
Unfortunately, private events cannot be held during the café’s opening hours. However, the museum center offers a variety of spaces that are perfect for family celebrations and corporate events. If you would like to host a private event in the café, this is possible outside of opening hours. Feel free to ask us for more details!