Mikko Nordic Fine Food

Name: Mikko Nordic Fine Food
Address: 1636 R St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20009-6440
Telephone: (202) 525-3919
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

121 Reviews

$30 and under

Nordic

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Great for happy hour

The Nordic Experience - MIKKO is the place to try an array of modern, healthy dishes while experiencing the intimate and comfortable environment Chef Mikko easily creates. And he cooks for others. His versatile cuisine is complemented by his innate ability to develop genuine relationships with whoever enjoys his meals.

Local Ingredients and International Flavor.
Rye, seafood, mushrooms, berries, and roots form the fundamentals of Nordic food. Each dish Chef Mikko prepares is an elegant combination of traditional and modern influence. Nordic fare is unique in its simple, yet versatile, presentation. Using traditional cooking techniques such as curing, smoking and pickling, every plate delivers a distinct and refined taste.

Looking forward to seeing you at MIKKO!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Nordic, Scandinavian, Swedish
Hours of Operation
Mon 08:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 08:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–23:00 Sun 09:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–19:00 Dinner Mon, Sun 17:00–22:00 Tue–Sat 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(202) 525-3919
Website
https://www.chefmikko.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Mikko
Catering
Chef Mikko specializes curating a unique menu for each event per our client wishes. We cater it all from private upscale plated dinners, to buffets, and weddings, as well as magnificent cocktail parties. Chef MIKKO Catering is a full-service catering company offering also full bar, well trained staff, and rentals. Email us: Catering@ChefMikko.com
Private party facilities
Hosting a private event? Chef MIKKO Catering is here to help. Ask for a quote about buffet and cocktail bite options, as well as upscale plated dinners. If you wish to host a private event at MIKKO, Please email us at catering@ChefMikko.com

Location
1636 R St NW, Washington, DC 20009-6440
Area
Dupont Circle
Cross Street
17th St NW (Restaurant is conveniently located between 16th & 17th st N
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Dupont Circle Metro Station
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Nordic Brunch at MIKKO
Multiple dates available
Brunch at MIKKO: every Saturday and Sunday from 9 am until 4 pm. Try our Nordic specialties like Lingonberry Bread Pudding or get the classics like Belgian Waffles. Book your table now and see you at MIKKO this weekend!

Offers

Nothing beats a NORDIC HAPPY HOUR!!
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 17:00 - 21:15
Come and join us for a NORDIC HAPPY HOUR! @ 4PM-7PM. try our best selling nordic cocktails! and really great deals! Cocktails $4 Off! Beers $2 Off! Wines $3 Off! Small Plates $3Off!

Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken Schnitzel with seasonal vegetables / French fries / lemon-caper butter
Cauliflower tacos & Asian Slaw with gochujang sauce
Pan-Seared Halibut
with beetroot, potato casserole & horseradish browned butter
Carrot Pancakes with lingonberry jam & salad
Braised Short Ribs with roasted cabbage, potato puree & wine sauce
Cod Gratin with mashed potatoes & sautéed broccolini
Seared Salmon with mushroom-cranberry risotto & vegetables
Lamb lentil root vegetable curry and rice
3-cheese ravioli with kale & mushroom with creamy sauce

Specialties

Nordic Rye Crisps
Daily Baked Cookies
Imported Finnish Fazer Chocolates
Imported Danish Chocolates
Imported Swedish Chocolates and Candies
Imported Norwegian Candies
Imported Icelandic Chocolate
Imported Jam and Honey
Seven-Seed Bread
Daily Baked Breads
New Moomin Mugs
Decorative Kitchen Coasters & Trays
By Karin Lithell

Soups

Fish Soup
Salmon / cod / potato / fresh dill in light broth. Served with rye bread
Mushroom Soup
Pureed mushroom soup with dash of truffle oil
Beetroot Soup (Borscht)
Smoked Butternut squash soup
Split pea soup without ham as vegetarian soup or with ham. Served with mustard and chopped onion

Seasonal

Semlas

Chooce either Swedish or Finnish style Semla, laskiaispulla

Semla
Choose Swedish or Finnish style smell. Swedish with almond paste and Finnish with raspberry jam and lots of whipped cream for both choices

What 121 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.1Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Neighbourhood gem
District of Columbia
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mikko Nordic Fine Food offers a delightful Scandinavian dining experience with "delicious food" and a varied menu. Patrons rave about the "excellent" trout salad, split pea soup, and savory dishes like the salmon & potato soup. The "engaging space" and "kind and helpful staff" make it a welcoming spot, though service can occasionally be slow. Perfect for trying unique Nordic flavors.

121 Reviews

T
Todd
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We were discriminated against because my partner was handicapped
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Catherine
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and reminded me of Finland. What authentic flavors!
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Shannon
New Jersey
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It is such a sweet restaurant. The food is amazing. The service was wonderful. You can tell they take tremendous pride in what they do. Great place.
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Andrea
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The meal was good, though there was some difficulty funding out what they could alter to be gluten-free. I ended up with the halibut which was tasty.
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Karolis
Washington DC
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The meatballs tasted very swedish indeed! And the guy who hosted us was really friendly and fun. Thank you.
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James
Palm Springs
114 reviews
4.0
114 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Delicious food, good but not great service in a setting that's simple and mostly outdoors.
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Susan
Cleveland
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 30 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Food was excellent; the split pea and fish soups were excellent.
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Trish
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 23 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious! I had the salmon & potato soup with dill and it was so fragrant and tasty.
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Mark
San Diego
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 19 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food and drinks were amazing. Service was lackluster, so just go for the great food.
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TIMOTHY
Greater Boston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we had was good. Great cocktails to start - a Nordic old fashioned and a One Night Stand. The trout salad appetizer was amazing. We both had soup creamy fish soup and the smoky tomato soup, with grilled cheese and a slice of quiche. We are pescatarian and there were plenty of options.
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FAQs

Mikko Nordic Fine Food offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 525-3919.

Mikko Nordic Fine Food is rated 4.6 stars by 121 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1636 R St NW, Washington, DC 20009-6440

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
17th St NW (Restaurant is conveniently located between 16th & 17th st N
Area
Dupont Circle
Hours of Operation
Mon 08:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 08:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–23:00 Sun 09:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–19:00 Dinner Mon, Sun 17:00–22:00 Tue–Sat 17:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Nordic, Scandinavian, Swedish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Dupont Circle Metro Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Mikko
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.chefmikko.com/
Phone number
(202) 525-3919
Catering
Chef Mikko specializes curating a unique menu for each event per our client wishes. We cater it all from private upscale plated dinners, to buffets, and weddings, as well as magnificent cocktail parties. Chef MIKKO Catering is a full-service catering company offering also full bar, well trained staff, and rentals. Email us: Catering@ChefMikko.com
Private party facilities
Hosting a private event? Chef MIKKO Catering is here to help. Ask for a quote about buffet and cocktail bite options, as well as upscale plated dinners. If you wish to host a private event at MIKKO, Please email us at catering@ChefMikko.com

Mikko Nordic Fine Food

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Nordic Brunch at MIKKO

Nothing beats a NORDIC HAPPY HOUR!!

Small Plates

Cod nuggets with Tartar sauce & coleslawUS$15.00

Savory waffle with Gravlax

savory waffle with Skagen

Pumpkin Arancini with garlic hummus sauce

Beef mushroom meatballs with mashed butter beans

Smoked Chicken salad on naan

Plates

Chicken Schnitzel

Cauliflower tacos & Asian Slaw with gochujang sauce

Pan-Seared Halibut

Carrot Pancakes with lingonberry jam & salad

Braised Short Ribs with roasted cabbage, potato puree & wine sauce

Cod Gratin with mashed potatoes & sautéed broccolini

Seared Salmon with mushroom-cranberry risotto & vegetables

Lamb lentil root vegetable curry and rice

3-cheese ravioli with kale & mushroom with creamy sauce

Specialties

Nordic Rye Crisps

Daily Baked Cookies

Imported Finnish Fazer Chocolates

Imported Danish Chocolates

Imported Swedish Chocolates and Candies

Imported Norwegian Candies

Imported Icelandic Chocolate

Imported Jam and Honey

Seven-Seed Bread

Daily Baked Breads

New Moomin Mugs

Decorative Kitchen Coasters & Trays

Soups

Fish Soup

Mushroom Soup

Beetroot Soup (Borscht)

Smoked Butternut squash soup

Seasonal

Semlas

Semla

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Mikko Nordic Fine Food offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Mikko Nordic Fine Food restaurant rated?

Is Mikko Nordic Fine Food currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information