Flavours of Norway
Norway has many other tastes that will both delight and challenge your taste buds.
Norway's top restaurants
and food experiences
Wow... that was amazingly delicious!
There's food — and then there's heavenly food.
Norway is becoming a hotspot for fabulous restaurants and food producers, all giving you world-class gastronomic experiences:
MAAEMO
If you are looking for a top-class international restaurant, then Maaemo in Oslo is the place for you! In 2018, the restaurant was ranked the world's 35th best restaurant.
Maaemo is the first restaurant in Norway to earn three stars in the Michelin guide.
Book well in advance to secure yourself a table!
RE-NAA
The gourmet establishment RE-NAA is another jewel of Norwegian Michelin Restaurants.
The restaurant is located in Stavanger, on the southwest coast of Norway. Choose from a menu inspired by the local landscape that will give you a unique culinary experience.
Explore more of Stavanger's top restaurants.
UNDER
Under, with its one star, put Southern Norway on the Michelin map in 2020.
Located in Lindesnes, the spectacular underwater restaurant is the world's largest of its kind.
Experience the ocean as you dine, sitting five and a half meters below sea level. It's a once in a lifetime view!
CORNELIUS
Have you ever heard of a "Meteorological menu"? At Cornelius outside Bergen, the chefs create a daily menu based on the weather and the catch. It's one of Norway's best seafood restaurants, inspired by the beauty of the local fjords on the West coast.
The restaurant is located on Holmen island, just a short boat trip from Bryggen.
Explore more top restaurants in Bergen, including a Michelin experience at the one star BARE restaurant.
Norway's capital Oslo is a popular culinary destination, offering everything from affordable international food trucks and food halls, to the best Nordic cuisine at fine dining restaurants.
Explore more top restaurants in Oslo.
SPEILSALEN BRITANNIA
People are getting a taste for Trøndelag and its unique food culture. In 2022, the region was awarded the title European Region of Gastronomy.
In elegant surroundings in Speilsalen (the 'Mirror Hall'), at the Britannia Hotel in Trondheim, you can experience an award winning culinary journey in a Michelin star restaurant created by World Champion Chef and Bocuse d'Or silver medalist Christopher Davidsen.
CREDO
Credo not only has one Michelin star, it also received Michelin's first award for sustainability in 2019. Credo was previously located in Trondheim, but in 2024 it opened with a new concept in the National Library in Oslo!
Read more about top restaurants in Trondheim.
One of the most unique things about traditional Norwegian food is that the food travels straight from farm to fork in many places.
Kvitnes Gård
The star chefs (and best restaurants) are not only found in big cities...
At Kvitnes Farm in Vesterålen in Northern Norway, you can experience fine dining in a very cosy and informal environment. With some of the best ingredients in the world prepared by one of Norway's best chefs, Halvar Ellingsen, you will enjoy an extraordinary meal.
For more top quality (and sustainable!) dining experiences in idyllic rural surroundings, book a table at Boen Farm near Kristiansand or Engø Farm in Vestfold.
At Norway's historic, unique, and traditional hotels and restaurants, you can also explore local food traditions at their best with first-class seafood, produce sourced from local farms, mountain flavours that are wildly good!
Sample a meal prepared by some of the country's most famous chefs, such as mountain food expert Arne Brimi at Vianvang in Lom (pictured), or Bocuse d'Or winner Ørjan Johannessen at beautiful Bekkjarvik in Austevoll in Fjord Norway.
Read more about authentic and exclusive country accommodation here.
In the north, reindeer meat and first-class seafood are often served at the many cosy, local, and traditional restaurants, such as Til Elise fra Marius in Utskarpen or Umami in Harstad.
You can also try exotic king crab fishing and sample freshly cooked crabs in Kirkenes, or enjoy the world-famous Atlantic cod skrei in Lofoten and Vesterålen.
As you can see, Norwegian food offers many exciting surprises, including for your sweet tooth ...
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Take advantage of top offers
See our selection of trusted companies that work hard to make you happy all through your trip.
CampanyonUnique camping in nature. Book a stay in a treehouse or glamping tent or rent a motorhome pitch.
CityboxModern and affordable hotels in central locations in Oslo, Bergen, and Kristiansand.
Fjord ToursHome of Norway in a Nutshell, Norway's most popular tour. Fjords, mountains, and stunning destinations — all in one trip!
Classic Norway HotelsWhen the hotel is the destination. Book a night to remember in one of Norway's most unique and distinctive hotels.
NorwegianNorwegian offers cheap flights in Norway and direct flights from more than 70 European destinations. Book flights through our low fare calendar to your destinations.
Go FjordsBook fantastic tours and experiences! We offer tours in Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger, Lofoten, the North Cape, and more.
StrawberryA different hotel company! Look out for great weekend deals at more than 100 hotels in Norway.
NOR-WAY BussekspressEnjoy scenic views on comfortable bus trips to the fjords and from city to city with our express buses.
De HistoriskeHave an unforgettable stay at one of Norway's unique, authentic historic hotels. Enjoy first-class dining experiences and a broad range of activities.
Radisson HotelsGreat value offers and comfortable quality stays in Norway´s major cities, airports, and ski resorts.
My Nordic TravelChoose between DIY itineraries and pre-packaged holidays to the very best destinations in Norway.
Norrøna AdventureGet ready for expeditions and adventure holidays with Norrøna Adventure. Hiking, skiing, and biking trips.
Scandic HotelsExperience Nordic hotel hospitality at its finest at more than 90 hotels across Norway. Special offers are available.
SJ NordSJ NORD - the adventure starts on the train
Vy expressDiscover Norway on comfortable express buses that take you between major cities, mountains, and fjords.
Discover NorwayOffers a range of exciting self-guided hiking, biking, and skiing holidays in Norway. Luggage transfer included.
Up NorwayBespoke luxury hand-picked by local experts. We combine your preferences and our knowledge to make an unforgettable journey.
Fjord Travel NorwaySleep in an ice hotel, hunt the northern lights, and discover the magical fjords. Book your tour now!
Rent-A-Wreck of Scandinavia ASThe smart and affordable car rental alternative.
Authentic ScandinaviaTravel curated by locals. Our tailormade tours suit every type of traveller and budget.
50 Degrees North NordicChoose between unforgettable tailormade individual trips and small, exclusive group tours of Norway.
NorgesbookingBook your perfect cabin stay in the fjords, mountains, and valleys of Norway.
HurtigrutenExperience the world's most beautiful sea voyage on an unforgettable cruise along the stunning Norwegian coast.
Booknordics.comUnique holiday packages, adventure hotels, tours, and activities.
StrömmaSightseeing by bus and boat in several major tourist spots and cities in Norway.
CampioNorway's biggest camping booking site. Find the best camping and motorhome pitches throughout Norway.
Auto EuropeAlways a smooth car rental experience. Search and compare rental rates. Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to pick-up.
Benzini CampersThe adventure of your life starts here. Book a campervan with Benzini Campers now.
Arctic Campers ASDo you want to try van life? Explore Norway in comfort and style with our smart and cosy campervans.
Vy TrainGlide through scenery on a train between Oslo and Bergen on the Bergen Railway and explore the greater Oslo region.
Thon Hotels ASFantastic breakfast included! Experience true comfort and reasonable rates at our 80 hotels in Norway.
Brim ExplorerQuiet fjord tours on award-winning electric catamarans in Oslo, Tromsø, Lofoten, and Svalbard.
CampcationBook a camping stay in stunning and unique locations all across Norway with Campcation.
Norwegian HolidaysLow-price package holidays with Norwegian. Book your flight, hotel, and rental car all in one place.