The Coast
This is a traditional Norwegian seaside restaurant, doing big-night-out holiday meals for families. Along with fantastically fresh fish and seafood, there…
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Ålesund
If you don't fancy a sit-down dinner, this gastropub might be just the thing. It serves hearty dishes like brisket burgers, fish and chips, mussels and…
Western Finnmark
The owners of Stappan Sjøprodukter also run a splendid waterside summer cafe-restaurant offering reindeer stew, king crab, cloudberries and cream, and…
Tromsø
This wharfside fishmonger sells Tromsø's best fish and chips, as well as a mean fish burger, homemade ravioli and fish soup. The setting is fast food in…
The Far North
Attached to the Elva Hotel, this simple place has one very clear and appealing calling card – most days, they serve local salmon (from 175kr), usually…
Trondheim
'Strawberry Girls' serves pasta, salads and sandwiches in an informal, congenial setting. It's good for juices too. You won't find anything particularly…
Central Norway
A little bit of the Mediterranean has travelled north to Norway thanks to this attractive cafe, where you can tuck into spanakopita, fresh olives and…
Arctic Highway
Run by the local heritage society, this delightful cafe enjoys, appropriately, one of Sjøgata's largest renovated buildings. There are books to leaf…
Opera House & Bjørvika
Huge classic burgers compete with tuna steak and vegetarian options here and you can really go to town with the cheese-loaded or truffled fries. Great…
The Coast
Part of the Quality Hotel Grand Farris, this bright, dockside restaurant is a fun, waterfront option for peel-and-eat shrimp, burgers or pizza. So fun, in…
Western Finnmark
From atop Salen Hill, Turistua offers great views over the town and sound. The off-putting name is for a lady named Turi, though turist buses often stop…
Vesterålen
The best pizzas on Andøya (not that there's a lot of competition) are at this Italian eatery. It's good for takeaway and meat and fish dishes to go with…
Bodø
This excellent Thai restaurant does the usual range of noodles, tom yum and other soups and curries, and does them well. Good service and takeaway options…
Tromsø
Upstairs and upscale, Arctandria serves filling and supremely fresh ocean catches – try the tomato and seafood casserole, Arctic char or various bacalao…
Arctic Highway
In Fru Haugans Hotel, tapestry-bedecked Hagestuen offers both à la carte dining and an evening buffet (325kr) in summer, although the atmosphere is a…
Oslo
Located in the pretty surrounds of the Nasjonalmuseet's Arkitektur building, this museum cafe serves up burgers, tapas, soups, sandwiches and sweet things…
Oslo
Munchies might be perpetually crowded and those extras can add up, but its burgers and fries definitely put it in the city's best burger options. Grab a…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
A popular after-work spot for hungry Haugesunds, this small upstairs restaurant is a little bit away from the harbour. It serves hearty food and plates of…
The Western Fjords
The informal Laksen at the Wild Salmon Centre offers substantial meals, and sells a small range of snacks, salads, cakes and sandwiches during the daytime.
Oslo
You'll find excellent Oslo burgers here, using free-range Lofoten beef, brioche buns and build-your-own choices. The veggie burgers are also good, and the…
The Far North
Vadsø's coolest venue serves great coffee, has a long list of alcoholic drinks and serves up open sandwiches, burgers and wraps to well-dressed locals who…
Vesterålen
Down by the water, the Orion has the best setting of any restaurant in Andenes. It serves reindeer stew, grilled stockfish and some lighter international…
Lofoten
Wonderful views from the terrace, local dishes with fish in abundance and a casual atmosphere add up to a fine place for a meal – if you can snaffle a…
Southern Norway
Kinokafeen, at the cinema, has a pleasing airy art-deco style and its outdoor tables (summer only!) and fading interior make it the most memorable place…
Southern Norway
Carefully prepared French-style dishes are served in an old-fashioned friendly room. If you're not up for a full dinner, they'll happily feed you starters…
Ålesund
A stylish, waterfront venue for super wood-fired pizzas or upmarket à la carte dishes like poached salmon, klippfisk, steaks and so on. Local provenance…
Bodø
This popular historic quayside cafeteria, Bodø's oldest eating choice, offers sandwiches, grills and hearty Norwegian fare with quality quayside views at…
Western Finnmark
A cool brasserie-style place, Du Verden does fish soup, king crab, stockfish, shellfish platters, reindeer fillet and tapas, as well as salads and a wide…
Lofoten
Named after the shipwrecked merchant from Venice, this is a reliable choice among Røst's few eating options and the only place that kicks into life in the…
The Western Fjords
A light, homey space at the Doktorgarden B&B where cakes are the thing: plum cake, cheesecake, carrot cake and classic Norwegian jam and cream-filled…
Central Norway
A blissed-out garden courtyard cafe serving good waffles and rømmegrøt, a traditional, slightly sour porridge eaten with cured hams in the evening.
Svolvær
Lunch here includes simple tastes with fish soup and light meals, while dinner has Norwegian classics such as grilled reindeer or local fish specialities.
The Western Fjords
This very popular little bakery turns out muffins, Danish pastries, croissants and cakes, along with some delicious traditional Norwegian breads.
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Vesterålen
Although the focus here is on seafood, this bright and stylish place down by the water serves some fine dishes such as Vesterålen lamb burger.
The Coast
Come here for homemade pastries, slabs of cake, quiches and big sandwiches. It's in a lovely rambling space opposite the Ibsenhuset Museum.
Central Norway
A relaxed restaurant at the Bergstadens Hotel serving a mix of pasta, burgers and pizzas, as well as outdoor barbecues in summer.
The Coast
An authentic fish deli that sells hot fish cakes, salads, pre-prepared meals such as seafood gratins, and fresh seafood.
Oslo
Spawning a chain of kebab shops all over Oslo, this is the original and is beloved by Oslo's students, past and present.
The Coast
Angus beef and brioche buns make these burgers a standout. It also offers chicken wings, onion rings and falafels.
Kristiansand
Extensive sushi menu as well as offering grilled 'sticks' with a variety seafood, meat and vegetables.
