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Mikko Nordic Fine Food

Cafe · 4.6 (537 reviews)

Mikko Nordic Fine Food is a Scandinavian café and restaurant at 1636 R St NW, a few blocks from Dupont Circle. Google describes modern Nordic food and pastries in a snug café with a colorful patio, and one reviewer notes it's in a converted row house.

It has a 4.6-star Google rating across 537 reviews. Fish soup is the most-mentioned dish. Reviewers also bring up meatballs, quiche (including smoked salmon), bratwurst, savory and lingonberry bread pudding, cardamom buns and cinnamon rolls. Finnish touches, including Moomin items, come up as well. Outdoor seating is popular, and reviewers say the staff is warm. One reviewer found the beer overpriced. Another reviewer mentions table service, reservations and a cheap happy hour.

Hours are Monday–Friday 8 AM–11 PM, Saturday 9 AM–11 PM and Sunday 9 AM–10 PM. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and seating. Phone: (202) 525-3919.

1636 R St NW, Washington, DC 20009

+1202-525-3919

chefmikko.com

  • Sunday: 9 AM–10 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM–11 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM–11 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM–11 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM–11 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM–11 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM–11 PM

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What are Mikko Nordic Fine Food's hours?

Monday–Friday 8 AM–11 PM, Saturday 9 AM–11 PM, Sunday 9 AM–10 PM (per Google, October 2026).

What is Mikko known for?

Reviewers most often mention the fish soup, along with meatballs, quiche, bratwurst and Nordic pastries like cardamom buns.

Does Mikko take reservations?

One reviewer mentions table service and reservations. Call (202) 525-3919 to book.

Is Mikko wheelchair accessible?

Google lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and seating.

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