6 Best Restaurants in Northern Norway, Norway

Corner Spiseri

$$$ Fodor's choice

The catch of the day often dictates the menu here, but crispy cod tongue is always available. For less adventurous eaters, there's also a variety of pasta dishes. The homemade waffles with chocolate have been made from the same recipe since 1959. There's an amazing patio where you can look out over the water.

Emmas Drømmekjøkken

$$$ Fodor's choice
Emma's Dream Kitchen specializes in the freshest seafood imaginable, attracting both locals and travelers who have heard about it from fellow foodies. On the menu you'll find everything from stockfish to whale steak and more, all of it pleasingly presented. The dining room has plenty of Scandinavian charm, with sunlight passing through lace curtains and table settings edged with blue flowers.

Fiskekompaniet

$$$$ Fodor's choice
With an ideal location on the harbor, this well-regarded eatery offers some of the freshest seafood in Tromsø. The menu is always changing, offering the sea's bounty in everything from hearty soups to tasty fillets. The interior is bright and modern, with many windows allowing sunlight to filter in during the summer months.

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Havly

$$$$ Fodor's choice
In the heart of Honnigsvåg, Havly utilizes the freshest local ingredients to create European dishes that are just as delicious as they are beautiful. The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable, with original art enhancing the fairly utilitarian space. The staff couldn't be friendlier.
Storgata 12, Honningsvåg, Finnmark Fylke, 9750, Norway
902--17--114
Known For
  • authentic ceviche
  • dishes are artfully presented
  • tasty reindeer carpaccio
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.

Honni Bakes

$ Fodor's choice
One of the top spots for coffee in Honningsvåg, this French-inspired bakery is known far and wide for its freshly baked pastries. Honni Bakes is located very close to the harbor, making it a good place to stock up on supplies. It also stocks an array of gourmet goods, so you can take home everything from locally caught crab to bags of coffee.
Storgata 1B, Honningsvåg, Finnmark Fylke, 9750, Norway
Known For
  • French-style baking
  • excellent pastries
  • mouthwatering cakes
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

Restaurant Smak

$$$$ Fodor's choice
You'll be impressed by the attention to detail shown by the chefs at this elegant dining room, with well-composed dishes that blend exciting and unexpected flavors. The menu changes with the season and takes advantage of the freshest ingredients available, with meats and cheeses from nearby farms. The wine selections---chosen to complement your meal---are interesting and varied.