News for lovers of good beer and food since 1994. – Brewery Restaurant Plevna, Tampere. 33rd volume, 1/2026
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BEERS FROM OUR OWN BREWERY ARE A TRUE ECO-ACT
Oluthuone Panimomestari is located in the heart of central Tampere, right next to Tampere Railway Station and just a short walk from Nokia Arena. Among regulars at Plevna, the taproom is commonly known by its nickname “Olkkari.” The doors first opened on October 6, 1996. Before that, the premises were home to Pub Winston and the Leivonpesä café. From the very beginning, Olkkari’s concept has been all about beer. Table service, proper serving temperatures, and a strong focus on beer quality and freshness have been core principles from day one. Today, the bar features 17 taps, offering a wide selection of beers, mead, and ciders—from pale and dark lagers to IPAs, stouts, wheat beers, and changing seasonal specialties. The beers are brewed at Olkkari’s own brewery, Koskipanimo. One of the taproom’s best-known beers is Kippari, brewed exclusively for Olkkari by Koskipanimo since 2006. As part of the anniversary celebrations, a long-awaited favorite is also making a comeback on tap: Mörkö Imperial IPA. Koskipanimo’s products are also available for takeaway daily until 9 PM. In addition to beer, the taproom offers a selection of whiskies, wines, and cocktails, with a full alcohol license. During the summer, guests can also enjoy a terrace on the pedestrian street.
Olkkari is run by an experienced team. Heidi Piirainen serves as the long-time restaurant manager, alongside shift manager Riku Salonen. Behind the bar, you can also find Antti and Krista, as well as visiting staff from Plevna. The year 2026 is a special one for Olkkari, as the taproom celebrates its 30th anniversary. A variety of events will take place throughout the year, including Sunday bingo every other week and a monthly guided beer tasting hosted by Riku and Antti on Mondays at 6 PM. The cocktail of the month will showcase gems from the 1990s, and live music will also be part of the anniversary celebrations. The latest events can be found at: www.oluthuone.org
The official anniversary will be celebrated on October 6, 2026 and we will raise our glasses to toast three decades of Olkkari as part of Tampere’s beer culture!
From left: shift manager Riku Salonen, restaurant manager Heidi Piirainen, Antti and Krista.
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PLEVNA IS ON TIKTOK!
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BEER TASTING AND BLINDTASTING
BEER TASTING
5 products 0,1 L 13,00 € / person
BLINDTASTING
5 products 0,1 L 18,00 € / person
Read more: www.plevna.fi
BEER COURSE AND ADVANCED BEER COURSE
In our beer course we will introduce you to different beer styles. You will learn about the ingredients, the history and the process of making beer.
In the beer course you will learn how to pick a beer that you like from a shop or restaurant, and this will certainly push you to explore new flavours. (Duration 2h)
The beers are included in the beer course, and you will also receive a stylish Beer Diploma that will make your friends
jealous!
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BREWERY TOURS FOR GROUPS
At Plevna Brewery Tours, you can step right into the heart of Tampere’s brewing tradition – genuine craftsmanship built on more than 30 years of experience. The tour takes you behind the scenes at Koskipanimo, where you’ll follow the journey of beer from raw ingredients to the finished product in a working brewery. It’s a unique opportunity to experience Tampere’s brewing culture up close – and, of course, to taste the freshest beers straight from the source. Tours are limited to a maximum of 15 people. The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours with the drinks package included. For more information, please visit our website or contact our sales team.
BEER FOR PARTIES
In addition to bottled beers, we also offer Plevna’s products in 30L kegs. These are great for parties and other social events, and we offer them for
reasonable prices.
Additional inquiries from the brewery: [email protected]
WHAT IS PLEVNA?
Why does a restaurant established in Tampere in 1994 have the name of a small Bulgarian village?
The answer lies in the history of the Finlayson cotton mill. Weaving halls used to be named after historical events of that period. The Finlayson weaving hall was built in March 1877 – a month after a war broke out between Russia and Turkey that lasted almost a year.
As Finland was under Russian rule at the time, the war was closely followed through the press in Tampere. The Turkish army was strongly defending its grounds in the village of Plevna, and the Russians couldn’t conquer it. In order to resolve the situation, a Finnish guard of volunteers was formed which included workers from Finlayson.
First the Finnish guard conquered the well-barricaded village of Gornyi Dubnjak. Next, the Finnish guard helped the Russians with their siege and ultimately, the village surrendered at the beginning of December. The victory was also celebrated in Tampere and the new weaving hall of Finlayson was named Plevna.
Back in the days when the siege of Plevna was still on-going, a restaurant was opened in Tampere carrying the name Plevna
A part of the painting “Plevna’s battle”.
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BEER SHOP
You can buy Koskipanimo’s beer bottles and other merchandise from our beer shop. It opens at the same time as the restaurant and closes at 9 PM. You can also buy your drinks from our online shop at: www.plevna.fi/kauppa
The law doesn’t allow us to deliver alcoholic beverages, but you can pick them up conveniently by using Plevna’s car park. We offer you 30 minutes of free parking using the Moovy app!
PLEVNA'S CABINETS AND CONFERENCE ROOMS
Plevna offers rooms for a wide range of occasions. You can have a party for 400 people or have a smaller gathering or meeting. Plevna’s veranda can fit up to 90 people. Depending on the size of the group, you can organise a small or big gathering in different parts of the restaurant. You can organise a meeting before dinner in the Mallas-cabinet. It’s a conference room with an auditorium-type of layout that can fit up to 25 people. For more information, check online and contact our sales team.
VIRTUAL TOURS
We organise virtual brewery tours for groups. The renewed Plevna’s presentation video is approximately 10 minutes long. In the video tour, we will introduce you to the history of Plevna, daily work and follow the brewers as they brew beer. The virtual tours can be arranged for up to 25 people and it is also available in English. We recommend you to pair the virtual tour with a beer tasting. After the virtual tour, the group can enjoy a meal, a few drinks and enjoy the atmosphere. For groups of 20 or more, please contact our sales team for a special offer.
The virtual tours can be arranged up to 25 people and it is also available in English. We recommend you to pair the virtual tour with a beer tasting. After the virtual tour, the groups can enjoy a meal, a few drinks and enjoy the atmosphere. For groups of 20 or more, please contact our sales team for a special offer.
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LUNCH AT PLEVNA
We serve lunch on weekdays from 11 am to 2 pm. The weekly lunch menu can be found on Plevna’s website, Facebook and Instagram page. In August, we will renew our lunch offering by opening a lunch buffet!
PLEVNA BUFFETS
At Plevna, it’s easy to dine with a larger group. Our versatile and adaptable spaces are perfect for all kinds of gatherings. For groups of at least 30 people, we offer buffet menus made to order.
On our website, you’ll find a wide selection of ready-made buffet options, which we’re happy to tailor to your wishes.
STUDENT AND RETIREE DISCOUNTS
Show your student or retiree card and enjoy a 10% discount on our craft beers on tap and pitchers, as well as our main courses. This offer is valid on regular-priced items. Discounts do not apply to beer tastings or lunch.