History of ÖKUT café - ÖKUT kohvik & catering

History of Kalamaja Café

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09.12.1911	The house will be entered in the land register for the first time. At the beginning of the 20th century, the premises were used as a colonial store (a common name for a food store in pre-war Estonia).
20.12.1918	The house is bought by the current hostess’s great-grandfather, Jüri Martin.
27.11.1940	The house will be transferred and the owner will remain in the house as caretaker.
10.07.1948	Family members are given two hours to pack up and leave the house.
25.07.1994	The unlawfully expropriated house will be returned to Jüri Martin’s two daughters and granddaughter.
25.08.1995	Today’s family moves into one of the flats in the grandfather’s house and the restoration of the house begins.

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Our visitors talk about…

“Thank you with all the company for a pleasant evening! Everything you provided was delicious and interesting and still evoked emotions the next day. Some people were interested to come and try some of the flavours for themselves.”

Ivar Muuk, Engineering Office Pike OÜ

“We’ve passed by your lovely café before, when we’ve been to Kalamaja on our way from Hiiumaa. This time we stepped in and we want to thank you very much Everything was delicious, salad, mulled wine, smoothie and the homemade creme jam. And of course the service!!! Thank you, we will come again and recommend to everyone!“

Valve

“I couldn’t ask for anything better! I got to spend a couple of hours with good food! The smoked salmon and waffles with oven baked apples received special praise. Thank you very much! We will definitely visit you again!”

To Mary

“A very cosy place, delicious waffles for all tastes!”

Kristina

“Very lovely place. Family owned waffle cafe. The best in Tallinn. Waffles are so delicious and made with love. It is always a pleasure to come back here. Staff is so friendly and caring. Highly recommend visiting and try some yummy waffles.”

Maria