The best restaurants Norway

Here's a rather special place. Spor av Nord is a café, a restaurant, a flea market and a florist all rolled into one. And that's just the beginning! In the morning, at noon and in the evening, it's possible to eat here - while taking a curious look at the beautiful things around you: a pretty porcelain service here, dried flower bouquets there, in short, the atmosphere is warm and the food typically Norwegian. On Friday and Saturday afternoons, English-style tea is served (minimum 2 people, reservation required)! A friendly and original address.

A magnificent restaurant located on the harbor in a rorbu. From inside, large windows offer a breathtaking view. An ideal setting to savor local products and recipes, mainly fish, of course. The restaurant's interior is warm and inviting, decorated in traditional style with blue walls and wooden furniture. In summer, you can sit out on the outdoor terrace and enjoy a fine Norwegian evening, and perhaps even the special atmosphere of the midnight sun!

Despite its slightly old-fashioned façade, make no mistake: the new owners are determined to offer their customers modern cuisine in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. The emphasis is on fresh produce and generous dishes. The menu features Western cuisine, with suggestions for pizzas, burgers and finger foods, as well as grilled meats and shrimps. The variety of dishes is appreciated, but not at the expense of quality. Reservations are recommended in view of the large crowds.

Just a stone's throw from Central Station, in the new Barcode district of Bjørvika, Barcode Street Food is a lively place where everyone can find something to their liking. On the food side, 13 stalls offer original and exotic flavours to eat in or take away. It's also one of Norway's largest bars, which transforms into a club on Fridays and Saturdays. While the main attraction is the food and drink, Barcode Street Food hosts numerous events throughout the year to entertain its guests. Reservations highly recommended.

Local, unpretentious café, bar and restaurant. People come here to wait for the ferry, to meet up with friends or to eat. Unsurprisingly, the menu focuses mainly on seafood. A few meats are also on the menu, but on the whole, the dishes are fairly simple and served all year round. In summer, you can sit out on the terrace and enjoy the view of the mountains and harbor. Small events are held from time to time; check the restaurant's Facebook page for details.

Under high state protection, this is the most authentically "Oslo" "brown café" in the capital: 3 small rooms with moss-green and off-white lacquered panelling, with an old-fashioned stove in the first and last room halfway up the stairs. Renowned as a place where lawyers, policemen, politicians and journalists come to quench their thirst (their offices are not far away) the place offers a solid local cuisine. Opposite, on the left under the porch as you enter, is the Paragrafen bar, with its rather speciality: gull eggs.

The verdict is in: the grandiose interior of the Frescohallen restaurant is well worth a visit! It's located within the walls of the Bergen Børs Hotel, considered to be the city's most important neo-classical building. Its impressive vaults are adorned with frescoes painted by Axel Revold between 1921 and 1923, depicting the city's economic life. While the limited and basic content of the menu may come as a surprise given the location and prices, you'll be sure not to be disappointed by the quality of the cuisine. A culinary and perhaps above all visual experience.

Unquestionably one of the capital's trendiest and most popular places. The Mathallen Food Hall is a superb indoor food market, particularly well stocked. You can go there to taste sushi, have a drink, a coffee, do your shopping, eat a burger or buy Italian cold cuts... The offer is relatively important and the setting is very warm. In winter, you can also eat in the restaurant by the fire under a teepee installed outside! A must-see!

Cornelius Seafood Restaurant is a unique and popular culinary destination on the northwest coast of Bjoroy Island, with spectacular views of the fjord and islands near Bergen. Their Meteorological menus are inspired by the natural beauty of the surrounding fjords. Many raw-food proposals. The menus mostly include the boat trip there and back. Going to eat there is quite an experience, as you usually spend the whole day there. It is a way to discover the fjords in a different way, while enjoying yourself!

The café serves homemade lunches and cakes at affordable prices. The atmosphere of the place is a mix of old and modern. There is a nice outdoor area where you can sip a beer or coffee in the sun. Very diverse menu: quesadillas, sandwiches with gratin, salads, pasta, soups, of course burger, but also cod cooked in the oven with small vegetables and vegetarian dishes. Wifi connection. More than comfortable armchairs, efficient and friendly service. In short, a welcome stop if you ever pass by.

Engel Bay, with this restaurant on the quay, is a very popular destination for seafood excursions. For starters we can only recommend their fish soup, which is one of their specialities. That said, the langoustines accompanied by fennel salad compete well with it. For the main course, there is little choice but perfect: breaded trout with parmesan chips and vegetables, baked halibut with a vegetable and bacon purée or a meat dish. A children's menu that will satisfy many with its sausage and chips!

Want a good Burgr without pretension? This is the place. In this tiny restaurant, three large high tables, a terrace, and Mario. The hero of our favorite game seems to have been elected mascot of the place. The Beatles in the loudspeakers and on the walls, the famous Pac Man, Sonic or Zelda posters... But before we make burgers there, you should know that between these walls, at the time when Tromsø had only 80 inhabitants, was built the first bistro of the city. Where fishermen used to come to trade a fish for a glass or two of wine.

Welcome to the best dumpling restaurant in town! Here, we play with Asian flavors and atmospheres, a world cuisine worthy of the spirit of the Grønland and Tøyen districts. Whether eat-in or take-away, dishes are meticulously prepared and presented. Beware, though, that portions aren't exactly generous, so don't underestimate your appetite. It may not be the most affordable address, but if you're craving exotic cuisine, you're sure to be satisfied!

The latest restaurant concept from the Renaa family. A few steps from downtown, you will find what you need to eat in or take away. Renaa's motto: artisanal know-how serving fresh, local and quality products. To be enjoyed at any time. The pizzas are delicious and if you are in need of chocolate bread, you will find it here. Renaa is also known for its restaurant, a Michelin star, a French brasserie, Matbaren and a bar, Loulou. All these addresses are sure values.

Café and bistro on the heights of the old town. We're happy to stop in for a coffee, a break or even a bite to eat, perhaps on our way out of Nordnes Sjøbad? From tajine to toast to falafel, the menu is exotic and fresh. The interior is very cosy, with vintage bistro decor and friendly staff. In summer, you'll appreciate the terrace with its view of Mount Fløyen and very low traffic. The ideal place to stroll and watch the passers-by before heading back to the hustle and bustle of the city center.

The Dødeladen restaurant is ideally located on the harbor in what used to be a trading establishment. In a relaxed atmosphere, the friendly staff will present you with a varied menu, mainly based on fish. In the kitchen, klippfisk (Norwegian cod) is arranged with sweet potato, redfish is presented au gratin, and Viennese cutlets are revisited with a local sauce. The restaurant is particularly popular with locals, which contributes to the warm atmosphere.

A splendid restaurant, all white and with the windows wide open to admire the fjord just below! Not only is the design impeccable, but so is the quality of the cuisine. For lovers of Norwegian gastronomy, this is one of the temples of its kind. It's a great place to spend time and stroll around before your meal to work up an appetite, and afterwards to digest! Reservations are recommended, especially as it would be a shame if all the tables were taken!

Located on the main intersection of Majorstuen, this bakery is a great address for those who like to watch the urban bustle. With only two tables, this minimalist shop serves not only bread and pastries, but also all kinds of sandwiches and salads. You will also find Baker Hansen bakeries all over the city with delicious Scandinavian pastries! Try it at least once!

At Arakataka there is no code. The rule of the house is to know how to make from day to day with the products of the moment! The chefs have fun with new compositions and recipes to seduce the customers, who take to the game. The dishes are based on traditional Norwegian products, adapted to Western and modern recipes, for a mix that is always original and sometimes surprising but never disappointing! This kind of test meal is actually a nice surprise, because the bill is never too high for an almost gastro dinner.

The location of this restaurant is ideal as it is close to the museums, the Nobel Prize Center and the city center. Here we are in the heart of Aker Brygge and yet a bit in Italy! The food is good and not too expensive. About 80% of the dishes are gluten free, good to know. The choice of pizzas is large and original as well as the wine list. The service is remarkable and with a smile. The restaurant is very proud to have won^3rd place in the World Pizza Championship in 2016. We highly recommend it.

After the drawbridge, on the cobblestones of the old town stands the yellow façade of one of Trondheim's most charming restaurants. The house, with its creaking wooden floors, is a listed building dating from 1791. Behind the bar, 248 different aquavits are waiting to be tasted. If, like us, you have a penchant for fish soup, the house's is delicious. Melting salmon, crunchy pink shrimps, carrots, fennel, tasteful! The walls lean under the period frames, the shelves bend under the trinkets of all kinds, a real café-brocante.