Vesikioski (or Vesibaari) means a water kiosk. In the 19th century there weren't water pipes in Joensuu and water was sold to people from water kiosks. Nowadays you get both water (free), special coffees, tea, iced tea, soft drinks, beer, cocktails, wine and sparkling wine...from Vesikioski. Also food is available, including breakfasts (from Monday to Saturday at 7.30 AM - 10.30 AM), salmon soup, salads, bagels, French fries, nachos, potato chips, pop corns etc. However, pullavohveli (or puhveli by the nickname) is the specialty of Vesikioski. I really recommend pullavohveli. Literally it means a bun waffle and actually it is a bun slice which is cooked in a waffle iron. A portion includes two bun waffles, ice cream and 2-4 side dishes. You may choose ice cream and side dishes (e.g. bananas, strawberry jam, apple-cinnamon jam, vanilla sauce, honey, cholate sauce, Nutella, kinuski/toffee sauce, agave syrup, salted nuts, coconut flakes, marshmallows etc.) yourself. You have to try this at least once when you are visiting Joensuu. This is "the must", I think. Besides, the fenced summer terrace with parasols is a very cozy place. This is an excellent way to enjoy a sunny summer day!More

This wooden cafe in Joensuu's central park is resembling the decorative water kiosks of the early 20th century. This kiosk was built in 2015. After visiting the Art Museum Onni next door, we had refreshing Aperol Spritzes here on the terrace. They were well made...and reasonably priced. The service was friendly.More

My partner and I stopped here for late breakfast at noon the day after the Ilosaari rock festival and we couldn't have been happier! He chose a BBQ chicken bagel (not actually a genuine bagel but a local type of bread called vesirinkeli, a bit...similar to a bagel) and a cappuccino, while I went for a green smoothie, a waffle with fresh strawberries and vanilla ice-cream and a green tea. The waffle was not just any waffle but a special type made of pulla (Finnish sweet bun). Super yummy - totally made my day! I only wish they didn't use an icky artificial whip cream from a can, but the real thing. It was nice to be able to enjoy our breakfast outside, too.More