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Norger is Gastropub Nordic’s own hamburger. Photo: Sampo Pystynen
Cosy gastropub with top Nordic beers Gastropub Nordic in Tampere is proud of its large variety of fabulous Nordic beers as well as high-quality pub food that not just fills your stomach between the drinks, but also pampers your taste buds. The friendly and professional staff welcomes you open-heartedly.
room for parties and meetings, comfortably seating up to 20 people. The walls of the private dining room also function as an art exhibition space.
By Mari Koskinen | Photos: Gastropub Nordic
Nordic choices
The story of the entrepreneurdriven Gastropub Nordic started about 11 years ago. There are another two pubs in the same gastropub family in Tampere; all of them have their own themes and are managed separately. Gastropub Nordic’s three-member management team is fully involved in the daily running of the pub. “To me, it is not just my work place – it is also my living room,” co-owner and head bartender Antti Aro says. “We want the guests to feel that they can relax here and enjoy 42 | Issue 127 | August 2019
their time here, whether they come once on their travels, or weekly like many locals do.” Gastropub Nordic is situated in the heart of Tampere, within walking distance of the railway station, major hotels and shopping centres. There are about 80 seats indoors and another 30 outdoors on the spacious terrace in the summer. The terrace is located along a pedestrian street and has a pleasant courtyard feel to it. There is also a private dining
Gastropub Nordic is loyal to its name behind the bar and in the kitchen; the drinks and food menus both contain many Nordic specialities, served in the pub’s own style. “We specialise in Nordic drink and food culture. Our taps are packed with beers for all tastes, and if you don’t know where to start, we’ll always give you a sample. Our staff is there to help you, and they know our selection thoroughly, so just ask.” Beer is sold in many different sizes, starting from 100 millilitres, which ena-