Juholan Biisoniareena

Taste experiences in an old barn

Juhola Biisoniareena is a well-known gathering place for people from near and far. Located in the beautiful rural landscape of Uukuniemi, this venue offers restaurant, event, and accommodation services and is also renowned for its summer events.

Juhola Biisoniareena is a stylish restaurant set in a renovated old barn in Uukuniemi, Parikkala. The restaurant has gained a reputation, particularly for its pizzas, selling thousands of them each summer. Its most famous pizza, Aortanrepijä (the "Aorta Ripper"), has become a sought-after delicacy, drawing visitors from all over Finland.

Restaurant serves customers year-round on weekends. The easiest way to check opening hours is through the restaurant’s Facebook page. The early-season menu focuses on pizzas, blinis, and soups. During the summer, the menu expands to include various delicacies such as blue mussels, escargots, and hunter’s bread. The restaurant also features a cozy terrace, and the outdoor area offers a skate ramp and a padel court.

In addition to Bison Arena, the entrepreneurs also operate Hotel Uukuniemi, which is open year-round.