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Our menu has evolved greatly since we first opened in 2009, but we still stick to our original ethos of producing quality comfort food which is homemade using as much locally sourced produce as possible. Our menu caters for more tastes and more dietary requirements than ever before.
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Anastasia
London9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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Keith
Glasgow3 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2025
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Ian
Orkney1 review
Dined on March 8, 2025
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William and Carmen
Newcastle1 review
Dined on February 3, 2025
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Wendy
Orkney1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
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Wayne
Orkney1 review
Dined on January 2, 2025
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Caroline
Derbyshire2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
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Paul
Derbyshire1 review
Dined on October 10, 2024
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Joseph
Los Angeles24 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2024
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Holly
Orkney1 review
Dined on October 1, 2024
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Helgi's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01856 879293.
Helgi's is rated 3.8 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
14 Harbour St, Kirkwall, Orkney KW15 1LE