Welcome to Ovttas, our Slow Food restaurant, where we honor Sámi traditions through authentic flavors and carefully prepared dishes. Here, we embrace a slower pace – allowing both the cooking process and the dining experience to be enjoyed without rush. So take a seat, unwind, and soak in the warm atmosphere.
During the nomadic era, Jukkasjärvi – Čohkkiras naturally became a meeting place, a crossroads where paths intertwined and destinies connected. Čohkkiras, a Northern Sámi word, means “meeting place by the water” — a space where people gathered to trade, socialize, and rest before embarking on their next journey.
Today, you find yourself here with us at Nutti Sámi Siida, just as our ancestors did long ago. In our restaurant, Ovttas, meaning “together” in Northern Sámi, we come together to share meals and moments. There is no Wi-Fi here—because we want to encourage you to be truly present, to connect, and to experience togetherness, just as it has always been at this place.
Are you visiting Kiruna with a larger group? Book a private event at our place! Enjoy a lively meal around the fire, available for both lunch and dinner. Pre-booked groups are taken care of by one or more guides for an exclusive event. For more information, visit our contact page.
With us, both lunch and fika is served daily next to our crackling fire. The food is based on traditional recipes, often with a modern twist. The dishes are cooked with traditional ingredients, always locally produced and according to the season. As we cook seasonally, the menu may vary. We also serve exciting drinks and last but not least; the best boiled coffee in the village.
Come and experience exciting dinners served in a relaxing atmosphere in our restaurant, open daily. From delicious appetizers to wonderful main courses, our menu offers a range of options. So whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a night out with friends, our restaurant is the perfect choice! The kitchen closes at 21.00.
Wind in the hair, frost in the eyelashes, a reindeer trotting steadily in front of the sleigh. Big horns, snapping steps and soft mules. Deep forests, snow-capped mountain peaks and vast expanses with the sky as a roof.
Experience Sámi culture and nature up close. Nutti Sámi Siida offers authentic eco-tourism, specialty lodging, and cultural adventures in the heart of Sápmi.
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