World class sea food at Cornelius.
Bergen has a growing reputation as a city for great dining experiences. Access to first-class ingredients from sea and land, and a culinary environment where creative food artists can flourish, are two of the main reasons why Bergen has world-class restaurants.
In Bergen, the gastronomic experiences are in abundance, and you are guaranteed to find a restaurant that suits your palate. But with well over 250 eateries, it can sometimes be difficult to choose. We have tried to make it easier for you to find the right restaurant by giving you the opportunity to see only restaurants in these four main categories: Typical Norwegian food, sushi and seafood, restaurants with an international menu and exclusive restaurants with the best local ingredients. You can of course see the entire selection as well, that list can be found below the text in this article.
Bergen has always been known for first-class seafood. Today, some of Norway’s best seafood restaurants are located in our city. You can’t go wrong if you pay Bryggeloftet & Stuene a visit and order the Bergen fish soup. You should also try “Persetorsk” at Bien Bar & Restaurant. “Persetorsk” is cod pressed for a long time in a sugar and salt solution, and actually has its own official day in Bergen, January 28.
We also recommend a visit to Cornelius Seafood Restaurant. Cornelius is one of Norway’s best seafood restaurants, idyllically located right by the ocean front on the island Holmen, just a 20 minute boat ride from the city centre
Inspired by the weather of the day, Cornelius serves its famous menu with exquisite seafood and trimmings.
Photo: Truls J Løtvedt
The restaurant arranges boat trips from Dreggekaien in Bergen city centre for dinner every day at 18:00, returning at 22:30. During the summer, you can also book a boat trips for lunch at 11:30, returning at 14:00. Booking can be made online all year.
In 2020, Bergen got its first restaurant with a Michelin star. BARE Restaurant is a modern Nordic restaurant, located in Bergen's historic stock exchange building (built in 1862). In Bergen you will also find two restaurants listed in the leading restaurant guide for the Nordic countries; White Guide. The two restaurants are Lysverket and Restaurant 1877. Lysverket has been thoroughly praised by Gordon Ramsay, who described the food there as incredible after his last visit to Bergen.
Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri in Austevoll, outside of Bergen, is run by Ørjan Johannessen, former winner of the Bocuse d’Or. One of his specialties is wild sheep, which is the most sustainable piece of meat you can get in Western Norway.
At Bryggen you can find several restaurants with rich menus including seafood, fish and meat based on the traditional western Norwegian kitchen. 26 North Restaurant and Social Club is a modern restaurant that offers the best of Norwegian fjords, farms and forests, while Bryggen Tracteursted is a traditional and historic restaurant inspired by Bergen and Hanseatic food culture. In other words, a taste of the coast and Bergen's history in the same place.
Big 7 Travel have eaten their way through Norway in order to find the best 25 pizzas in our country. Several places in Bergen made the list. At Hoggorm you will find creative pizzas fit for any foodie. Olivia also made the list and offer upscale italian dining in the heart of Bergen. Their pizzas have Sicilian influences and are loaded with the same flavours you’d find on the actual streets of Sicily.
If you like pizza, you probably also enjoy a good burger. There’s lots of places in Bergen where you can go for burgers. Try BARE Vestland (beware that this is not the same place as BARE Restaurant) for a burgertreat, or go to Pygmalion for what’s probably the best veggie-burger in Bergen. A 15 minute walk from the city centre (at Danmarksplass) you can find Bien Snackbar. Their burgers are definitely worth the walk.
Dinner with a view:
Many of the restaurants in Bergen have a breathtaking view that makes your dinner a magnificent nature experience. Ulriken Cable Car takes you from the city up to the top of Bergen’s highest mountain.
From the top you can experience panoramic view of Bergen and the surrounding ocean, islands, fjords and mountains. From the restaurant Sky Skraperen you can enjoy a simple lunch, a cold refreshment or a fine dinner with the city at your feet.
Fløibanen Funicular is one of Norway’s best-known attractions, and by the final stop is Fløien Folkerestaurant, a café, an á la carte restaurant and banquet facilities for all ocations. Here you can enjoy delicious light dishes, tasty sandwiches and cakes with Bergen at your feet.
From here you can get a complete overview of the city, giving you the opportunity to pick out individual buildings and sights that you can visit later, like Grieghallen or the Aquarium. From the top of Mount Fløyen you can see everything from the Fish Market and Bryggen to Askøy Island out in the open sea.
Close to one of Bergen's other major landmarks, The Fish Market, you will find Bjerck Restaurant & Bar. In what is perhaps the city's best location, you have the best views of the Fish Market, Bryggen and the bustling city life. At The Fish Market you will also find good places to eat. Both Fish Me and Fjellskål serve high quality seafood.
After a good meal, take the opportunity to go to a bar or pub and make a night of it. Here you will find an overview of some bars and pubs in Bergen that are well suited for a pleasant evening in Bergen.
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Inspired by the ingredients found in the Fjords, Farms and Forests of Norway, the Chef has created a unique Nordic menu that will trigger your taste buds.
The name “Allmuen” is not random. “Allmuen” is an old Scandinavian word meaning “The Common People”. We strive to combine local produce with global flavours and culinary traditions.
Bergen's oldest known tavern, the Altona, dates back to approx. the 17th century.
BARE Restaurant is Bergen's only Michelin-starred restaurant, as a result of our philosophy and love for the raw materials our surrounding nature provides.
BARE Vestland offers delicious light meals made from local ingredients, served in an unpretentious and relaxed atmosphere with good drinks.
Big Horn Steak House is an American inspired steakhouse, which specializes in serving beef of highest quality to its customers and guests.
At Bjerck Restaurant & Bar, the focus is to create a good atmosphere and great dining experiences. Centrally located close to the Fish Market.
100% Norwegian meat in the Brazilian fashion. Order “The Brasilia Experience” and get up to 14 different meats carried to your table by our Gauchos! (With veg options)
Enjoy delicious food in rural surroundings at the a la carte restaurant Brasserie X at Quality Hotel Edvard Grieg.
The Brian Boru Irish Pub is the only true Irish pub in all of Norway. Opened in January 2019 by two Irish living in Noway and a Irish/Norwegian. Come by for som authentic Irish Craic.
Traditional Bergen restaurant with a view of the harbour, located on the old wharf, Bryggen. Distinctive interior with roots back to 1910.
Bryggen Tracteursted serves traditional food based on solid craftsmanship a modern cuisine inspired by Norwegian and Hanseatic traditions.
In the heart of Bergen you will find the city's best restaurant and a nice food and wine bar serving smaller dishes and funky wines.
A hidden gem serving modern and relaxed food. Colonialen Kranen serves modern, relaxed food that focuses on the local and seasonal produce of Norway
'There is something simple and stylish about this place. It's not pretentious, just quality in every detail...' Newspaper BT 2014
On a small island near Bergen is one of the finest seafood restaurants in Norway.
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Enhjørningen Fish Restaurant is the place for the diner who appreciates the fruits of the sea. Our à la carte menu has a wide range of fish and shellfish.
Modern Brasserie with beautiful interior design in historical surroundings. A broad selection of meat, fish, salads and home-made hamburgers.
Located at the Fish Market, Fish Me offers a large selection of seafood and snacks. Caters for groups and can deliver to cruise ships.
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Fjellskål is both a seafood store and restaurant, and a great place to enjoy world class Norwegian seafood.
Fløien Folkerestaurant from 1925 is one of Bergen's most distinguished restaurants, situated on Mount Fløyen, with a spectacular view over Bergen.
The building from where the café trades today was built in 1925. Enjoy a good cup of coffee in this characteristic cafe and soak up its historic atmosphere.
Lysverket presents some of the best Bergen has to offers of food, drink and music. Seafood from the west coast, self-made juices and local beer.
Like a white idyllic treasure, just off the immediate waterfront at Våge on the island Tysnes, lies Mandelhuset, a warm and friendly restaurant serving homemade deliciousness to everyone who steps inside.
Neighborhood restaurant localized at Høyden. We have focus on Nose to tail eating and Norwegian produce. Good selsection of craft beer and natural wines
Nama Sushi & Noodles serves quality Sushi and Asian food. Sushi Bar and Asian warm dishes from à la carte menu.
Authentic Italian food in warm and modern surroundings. As close to Italy as you can get.
Pascal Mat & Vin offers an exciting menu of Norwegian and international specialities for lunch and dinner.
Located just across the Fish Market. Using the best ingredients, the restaurant soon became one of the best rated on TripAdvisor.
sky:skraper, the highest viewing point in Bergen: enjoy some of the most delicious food and refreshments available on a mountain top.
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Storm Kjøkken & Bar - one of Bergen’s best restaurants, offering lunches and dinners in a casual and friendly atmosphere.
T.G.I. Friday’s offers a wide selection of dishes and has something for everyone.
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10 % Ermäßigung auf SpeisenRestaurant with fresh Norwegian produce of the highest quality. Unique atmosphere in historic surroundings.
Valaskjalv is a Viking themed restaurant and bar in Bergen. Experience real Norwegian food from the Viking age!
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