private dining in lapland: a forest restaurant near levi

Some of the best evenings in Lapland happen around a table.

At Sixty Eight North, dining is intentionally small, personal and connected to where we are. Our restaurant sits surrounded by 78 hectares of private forest near Levi in Finnish Lapland, away from the busy restaurants and bars of the village.

This isn't a large hotel restaurant.

It is a place to come in from the cold, sit around the table and enjoy good food in the middle of the Arctic forest.

a restaurant in the forest near levi

Sixty Eight North is located approximately 15 minutes from Levi and 25 minutes from Kittilä Airport, yet the setting feels completely removed from the resort.

Outside, there is forest, snow and darkness.

Inside, it is warm.

Our approach to dining reflects the way we like to experience Lapland ourselves: slowly, comfortably and without unnecessary formality.

For travellers searching for a unique restaurant near Levi, a private dining experience in Lapland or somewhere special to have dinner away from the crowds, this is a different side of Finnish Lapland.

what do we serve at sixty eight north?

Our food isn't restricted to one definition of Lapland cuisine.

Instead, our menus combine Nordic and Lapland ingredients with comforting dishes and flavours we love.

You might find Arctic fish, reindeer, seasonal vegetables, berries and other ingredients associated with northern Finland alongside dishes inspired by places beyond the Arctic.

The menu changes, but the idea behind it remains simple.

Good ingredients.

Generous food.

And dishes you actually want to eat after spending a winter day outside.

dinner in lapland

After a day of husky sledding, snowmobiling, skiing or exploring the forest, dinner becomes part of the day rather than simply another reservation.

Our dinners are designed around a relaxed three-course menu, beginning with a starter followed by a comforting main course and dessert.

Some evenings may feel distinctly Nordic.

Others might take inspiration from somewhere completely different.

We don't believe every meal in Lapland needs to look or taste exactly the same.

What matters to us is that you leave the table happy.

private dining near levi

One of the biggest differences between dining at Sixty Eight North and eating in central Levi is the atmosphere.

We deliberately keep things intimate.

Rather than a large dining room filled with tables, our restaurant is designed around a small number of guests.

That allows dinner to feel more like an evening in someone's home than a conventional hotel restaurant.

For couples, families and small groups looking for a private restaurant experience in Levi, this means more space, more time and a much quieter atmosphere.

a different kind of lapland restaurant

There are many excellent restaurants in Levi.

But sometimes you don't want to be in the middle of the village.

You want to drive into the forest.

You want snow outside the windows.

You want somewhere warm waiting for you.

And you want dinner to feel like part of your journey through Lapland.

That is what we are creating at Sixty Eight North.

lapland food without the formality

Food in the Arctic doesn't need to be complicated to be memorable.

Some of the best ingredients found in northern Finland are naturally simple: fish from cold northern waters, reindeer, potatoes, root vegetables, mushrooms and berries gathered from the forests.

We use the surroundings and seasons as inspiration without trying to turn every plate into something overly formal.

Our restaurant is about warm, generous food in a beautiful place.

Come in wearing your winter clothes.

Leave your boots by the door.

Sit down.

Dinner is ready.

dinner after a day in the arctic

There is something particularly satisfying about eating well after spending hours outside in Lapland.

Winter days here can involve temperatures far below freezing.

You might spend the morning snowshoeing through deep snow, the afternoon with reindeer or huskies and the evening watching the sky for the Northern Lights.

Then you come inside.

That transition from the Arctic cold to a warm dining room is part of what makes winter dining in Lapland feel so special.

can you see the northern lights during dinner?

Possibly.

Sixty Eight North is surrounded by private forest away from the brighter lights of Levi village.

When the sky is clear and aurora activity is strong enough, the Northern Lights may appear above the surrounding forest.

They are a natural phenomenon, so we can never guarantee them.

Dinner doesn't stop while we wait for the aurora.

But if the sky decides to put on a show, you are already somewhere dark enough to step outside and look up.

romantic dinner near levi

For couples travelling to Lapland, dinner can be one of the quietest and most memorable parts of the journey.

Our forest location creates a naturally intimate setting for a romantic dinner near Levi, particularly during winter when snow surrounds the property and the nights are long.

There are no city streets outside.

No busy shopping centre.

No crowds walking past.

Just forest.

where to eat near levi away from the crowds

Levi has a lively restaurant scene, particularly during Christmas, New Year and the winter ski season.

If you are looking for somewhere quieter, Sixty Eight North offers an alternative approximately 15 minutes outside Levi village.

Our location makes it possible to experience dinner surrounded by nature without travelling far from Levi.

It is particularly suited to travellers looking for unique places to eat near Levi, intimate dining and experiences away from the main tourist areas.

more than dinner

For us, food is part of the wider experience of Sixty Eight North.

A day here might begin with breakfast overlooking the forest.

Later, you could snowshoe through the property before warming up around a fire in our traditional Finnish kota.

In the evening, you return for dinner.

Afterwards, you might head outside for the sauna and hot tub or simply look up at the Arctic sky.

There doesn't need to be a rush between one thing and the next.

That is the point.

frequently asked questions

Where is Sixty Eight North restaurant?

Sixty Eight North is located in Finnish Lapland, approximately 15 minutes from Levi and 25 minutes from Kittilä Airport.

Is there a restaurant outside Levi village?

Yes. Sixty Eight North offers a small forest dining experience outside the centre of Levi, surrounded by 78 hectares of private land.

What type of food do you serve?

Our menus combine Nordic and Lapland ingredients with comforting dishes and influences from beyond the Arctic. Menus can change depending on the season and experience.

Do you serve reindeer and other Lapland ingredients?

Lapland ingredients including reindeer, Arctic fish, berries and seasonal produce can feature across our menus.

Is the restaurant suitable for a romantic dinner?

Yes. The small dining room and forest setting make Sixty Eight North particularly suited to couples looking for an intimate dinner near Levi.

Can you see the Northern Lights from the restaurant?

Northern Lights are possible when weather and aurora conditions are favourable. Our forest location away from central Levi provides darker surroundings, but aurora sightings can never be guaranteed.

How far is the restaurant from Levi?

Sixty Eight North is approximately 15 minutes by car from Levi.

Is the restaurant open to people who are not staying at Sixty Eight North?

Dining availability for outside guests depends on the date and our existing reservations. Advance booking is recommended.

Do I need to reserve dinner in advance?

Yes. Because Sixty Eight North is intentionally small and our dining experiences are prepared for a limited number of guests, reservations should be made in advance.

come for dinner. stay for the forest.

There are plenty of places to eat in Lapland.

We wanted to create somewhere you remember.

A small restaurant.

A warm table.

Good food.

And outside the window, nothing but the Lapland forest.