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A Taste of Norway
A Taste of Norway
Locally sourced grains, vegetables, meats, cheeses, berries and seafood characterises the Norwegian cuisine. Close relations with the farmers and the nature influences the kitchens in Norwegian restaurants. Here are some who embrace the traditions, but add a modern touch.
A Taste of Norway
Photo: Bare Vestland – Jonas Bostrøm
Pingvinen, Vaskerelven 14
Pingvinen serves traditional norwegian courses such as meatballs, fish gratin and vegetable and meat stew. They also serve a menu of four dishes, that changes every day. Every thursday you can enjoy Norwegian potato dumplings (raspeballer).
Pingvinen, Vaskerelven 14
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Pingvinen’s menu also includes appetizers and smaller meals, salads, soups and snacks. They serve food until 01:00 am. Their menu at nightime consists of soups, vegetable and meat stew, and cured meat served with potato salad.
For more information, visit their website www.pingvinen.no
Bjerck Restaurant & Bar, Torgallmenningen 1A
Bjerck Restaurant & Bar is located right on the square, across from the fish market. They have a varied menu, and offer both lunch, brunch, dinner and dessert. The kitchen is a mix of Scandinavian, European and American cuisine.
Bjerck Restaurant & Bar, Torgallmenningen 1A
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Bergen is a city that influenced by the closeness to the sea, therefore a lot of this city's specialties have seafood as a main ingredient.
For lunch, try Bjerck’s mussels in white wine sauce, served with fries and tarragon mayonnaise, or their selection of Norwegian cheeses. After 16.00 you can choose from their dinner menu. Try Prinsefisk which is cod in cream sauce, a local specialty.
For more information, visit their website www.bjerck.no.
Spisekroken, Klostergaten 8
Spisekroken is a small and intimate restaurant that will make you feel right at home. Choose between a three course-menu, today’s three-course meal, or á la carte. They get locally sourced produce from Norwegian farmers, and change their menu often. Some of their most popular dishes consist of gourmet veal and baby goat.
Spisekroken, Klostergaten 8
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Spisekroken serve local produce and rustic food with a twist, accompanied by the right wine.
For more information, visit their website www.spisekroken.no.
Bare Vestland, Vågsallmenningen 1
At Bare Vestland you can eat tapas from the western part of Norway, or let the kitchen surprise you with a sharing menu. No matter what you choose, local and seasonal ingredients are in focus, and the menu changes accordingly.
Bare Vestland, Vågsallmenningen 1
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For more information, visit their website www.barevestland.no.
26 North Restaurant & Social Club, Bryggen 47
At Radisson Blu Royal Hotel i Bergen, right on the wharf, you’ll find 26 North Restaurant & Social Club. They offer dishes inspired by the Nordic countries and their culinary treasures. They use pure, local ingredients found in the fjords, farms, and forests of Norway to create a Nordic menu.
26 North Restaurant & Social Club, Bryggen 47
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26 North’s Board from the fjords is a good way to enjoy a light meal alone, or shared in good company. You can also choose between several main dishes and desserts.
For more information, visit their website www.26north.no.
Lysverket, Rasmus Meyers Allé
Lysverket is located in the art museum KODE 4, right in the middle of Bergen. Here, you will find local seafood from the west coast that will tickle your taste buds, and also local beer. The menu also includes meat- and vegetable dishes. The restaurant offers a longer á la carte menu as well as set menus.
Lysverket, Rasmus Meyers Allé
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For more information, visit their website www.lysverket.no.
Marg & Bein, Fosswinckels gate 18
Marg & Bein lies close to the concert hall Grieghallen. They offer authentic and rustic dishes, with a modern approach. The name means marrow and bone, and as the name implies they use parts of the animal that is often neglected. At Marg & Bein you can taste marrowbone, ox tongue and blood pudding - a traditional Norwegian dish.
Marg & Bein, Fosswinckels gate 18
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For more information, visit their website www.marg-bein.no.
Bare Restaurant, Torgallmenningen 2
Bare Restaurant & Bar is located in Bergen Børs Hotel, a historic building from 1862. They describe themselves as a modern Nordic restaurant, and their cuisine is based on organic ingredients from farmers in the region. Depending on how hungry you are, you can choose between a full and a half menu.
Bare Restaurant, Torgallmenningen 2
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For more information, visit their website www.barerestaurant.no
Bien Basar, Vetrlidsallmenningen 2
You can find Bien Basar at the historical Meat Bazar in the city center. The restaurant serves Norwegian dishes, served as small plates of food, like tapas. Their menu is perfect for sharing, or you can enjoy a meal all to yourself. At Bien Basar, you can try another authentic dish from Bergen, Persetorsk - a traditional cod recipe. Here served in a modern way.
Bien Basar, Vetrlidsallmenningen 2
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For more information, visit their website www.bienbar.no/basar/
Restaurant 1877, Vetrlidsallmenningen 2
In the heart of Bergen, at the old meat market Kjøttbasaren, lies Restaurant 1877. A traditional yet modern restaurant. Their courses are inspired by Norwegian food culture, and Western Norway’s agricultural traditions. Choose between a five- and threecourse meal. Their five-course menu consists of shellfish, fish, meat, cheese and dessert. They also have a sommelier who will design a set wine menu to accompany the meal.
Restaurant 1877, Vetrlidsallmenningen 2
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For more information, visit their website www.restaurant1877.no.
