This restaurant was recommended to us by our tour director and very close to our hotel. Reservations are a must and even the day before, I was limited to what was available. However, the restaurant lived up to its hype. The restaurant is romantic and loaded with European ambiance. This is the kind of place where you know you aren't in Kansas anymore. Lamb is something that I love, so I was happy to see it on the menu. It was incredibly good. Not gamy at all, wonderful cooked, flavorful, and tender. It was fantastic. My wife and I split the huge portion of excellent potatoes au gratin that came with my lamb. It was creamy and tasty. Norwegians LOVE potatoes, so some sort of potato dish is a requirement, I think. My wife had a vegetarian hamburger that came with fries and veggies. She said that it lacked flavor, but it looked good. The fries were excellent. read more

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If you're visiting Bergen, you'll likely hear about Bryggeloftet & Stuene as the must-eat restaurant in town. I mean, I did, which is why after a day of traveling to Bergen from Oslo, I desperately needed sustenance and Bryggeloftet & Stuene was on my list and near my hotel. I walked in on a Tuesday night and no, I was denied. The place was packed, but the friendly hostess took my name down for a reservation for the following day. So that's what to do here. Make a reservation if you can't get in because everyone wants to eat here. The following day during my reserved time, it was a much more satisfying experience since I ate here! The restaurant is located just across the pier and along Bryggen, and inside, it's decorated with old paintings and photos of Bergen and Norway with classic, wood furnishings all around. It takes you back to Bergen's former days, which is the charm of this place. Staff could not have been friendlier. Bryggeloftet & Stuene has traditional, Norwegian food. I ordered the wolffish, which was in season, and the fish came with veggies and a side of potatoes to however you want them made. And this is when I learned that the area prepares potatoes dauphinoise, which is like au gratin and was sooo delicious. My dish comprised of fresh wolffish in a lemon, dill sauce, fresh vegetables and of course, with the side of dauphinoise potatoes. But this is the kind of restaurant that no matter what you order, everything will be delicious here. Ya gotta eat at Bryggeloftet & Stuene when in Bergen. read more

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This restaurant seems to be a bit overhyped. All the reviews and where to eat in Bergen point to this restaurant, which makes it very touristy... and on a very touristy street. I will not hold that against them. What I am holding against them is that this was not the best fish soup I had in Bergen. We came in for an early lunch with our toddler. We did have a reservation but it didn't look like we would have needed one. It is a very large restaurant. The servers were very friendly and provided crayons and activities for our toddler. It was a unique experience sitting looking out into the water from the other side of those famous colored walls. The menu has tons of different options that scream Norway. Think fish soup, whale, etc. The fish soup was good, just not one that I would write home about. read more

One of my tour guide recommended this place (he recommended the lutefisk, but I was not feeling that adventurous). This place gets busy, so be sure to get a reservation. I tried to walk in one evening and they were not able to accommodate me, but I was able to get a seat the next day for a late lunch. I started with the Bergen fish soup. It was simply delicious with or without the butter. I had the reindeer for my entrée and I was pleasantly surprised how tender it turned out. The sauce and lingonberry also paired very well with the reindeer. read more

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The Deer shank was very meaty and didn't taste gamy at all. The Wolf Fish was very meaty and tender. We also tried Smoked Whale appetizer and it was very smoky but didn't taste fishy. We were told that was Minky Whale and sustainably harvested. read more

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This was another restaurant that I had seen recommended online for places to check out in Bergen. Located next to the piers, the location is a pretty convenient one to get to. There are two levels to the restaurant, and there was plenty of space for me at lunch when I went. The waiters were very helpful and I was seated right away after arriving. I wanted to try out more of the local dishes in Bergen, so I decided to order the Langoustine here. They give you a whole plate of Langoustine to eat, which I was pleasantly surprised as it was a sizable portion. The seafood was very fresh and tasty, with juicy meat awaiting me once I cracked open the shell. Even though I just had this one dish I can imagine the other seafood dishes at this restaurant would be of similar quality. Overall, I greatly enjoyed my experience here and urge those wanting authentic Norwegian cuisine to check it out! read more

Bryggeloftet & Stuene - Langoustine - Seafood Near Me - Bergen, 12

This spot is the oldest (since 1910) Bergen restaurant and was highly recommended. Saturday evening reservation wasn't happening but we lucked out for a Sunday evening res at 7:30. We were seated upstairs and had a bit of a harbor view from our table. Rustic interior and felt like we were in a large cabin-atmosphere went along nicely with our food. Ordered Norwegian Beers-Hansa Blonde and Nogne Southern IPA-both were enjoyed. We decided to each order an appetizer and share two entrees-really nice they were accommodating. Bergen Soup was full of shrimp, and fish dumplings-perfect for a chilly evening, the Bruschetta was different given the sliced vs chopped tomatoes-delicious and saw a few other tables ordering this one, and Scallops and Chorizo-quality vs quantity and excellent! For main it was the Moules Frites and Fish Casserole. Moules was perfect for sharing with a generous portion of delicious Mussels. The Fish Casserole was more of a stew with a plethora of fresh fish, Lobster, shrimp, scallops to name a few. We enjoyed both dishes and perfect for 3. Service was fun and engaged-our server took great care of us. Looking back, I do wish we would've ordered a Meat/Game dish-next time! Reservations are a must-Don't miss this amazing Norwegian Experienc read more

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What a great spot. The food was unique. We had reindeer, whale steaks, and a smoked whale appetizer. All were delicious. read more

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I know this place is touristy - but it is definitely a delicious and memorable experience when visiting Bergen and I'm so glad my partner and I made the visit! We did have to wait quite a bit for a table, it can get busy around dinner time. But it was well worth it to try some local cuisine. The seafood soup was delicious, as well as the mussels. We loved our fish main too! Highly recommend, despite the "touristy" nature of this restaurant. read more

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Though it felt a bit touristy, it was highly recommended and indeed it was very worth it. The food was very delicious. We got the mussels and the quantity was amazing. Easily over 200 mussels, and the subs was delicious. The mussels were fresh and did not have any sand, so we would highly recommend this! We also got the reindeer steak, which was very well cooked as well. It was tender and the gravy delicious. It was a tad bit gamey, but not as much as we expected given that it's reindeer. The gravy definitely helps cover up the gameness if that's not what you want. The fish soup was delicious as well, as the fish was very tender and fresh. read more

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We were intimidated by the crowd without having a booking but was able to get seated for 2 around 7:30pm on a Wednesday for walk in. Had delicious Atlantic catfish and cod main courses. Very busy and flipping tables quickly. Impressed by staff! read more

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We had dinner here a couple of weeks ago. The restaurant ambiance is lovely and beautifully decorated! Our server Grisella was very nice and attentive. Food was amazing! We shared the Norwegian steamed mussels which were the best mussels I have ever had! They were in a creamy buttery sauce. We shared the cod and the reindeer which were both so good! The cod was served with cod liver on the side which was not my cup of tea. For dessert, we had the pavlova with cloud berries. It was a very very good meal! read more

We made a reservation well in advance and dined here on one of our nights while visiting rainy Bergen. This is a VERY Popular restaurant with multiple small rooms, nooks and crannies in the main dining space which is upstairs (this is where you should reserve your table-well in advance). The highly regional menu features many Norwegian dishes including reindeer loin and various preparations of (minke) whale meat. We opted for a local cod (wolf fish) and a halibut. Both were good but the cod was outstanding with a flavorful sauce and vegetables. Of course each meal came with potatoes (mashed with mine and boiled with the cod) but I think it might be possible to substitute. Service was a bit leisurely since it was so busy but our polish server did a nice job taking care of us. We were seated in the back but you should try to get a table near the windows. A bit pricey but that's the norm in Norway. Good quality food, read more

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The staff was so friendly! Food was amazing! Warm welcoming environment. Highly recommend!! read more

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Overall, the food was pretty good. The only issue was the service. It took abnormally longer than usual for us to get our food and check. We had to ask a few times. As one of the first to be seated but one of the last to be fed. Ambience was nice with the architectural decor and murals. The food was pretty good. I didn't particularly care for the whale, but the pickled herring was good. My halibut was pretty good too. It gets crowded very easily. The entrance is narrow, so getting my mother's walker was a challenge, especially when a crowd blocked the entrance. read more

Ambiance was nice. Reservations are needed, this is a very busy street. They serve authentic Norwegian foods and are worth a visit if you are in Bergen. read more

The first restaurant we stopped in to upon our arrival in Bergen, and this was a wonderful experience to be had for the dining and the cultural knowledge. The location is right in the heart of the Bryggen, which is one of the touristy areas, as I am one, and is convenient because it right next to all of the shopping in the area, and all the cool local shops and stores. The service here was very professional and friendly, we arrived some time between lunch and dinner, and both menus were available to order from, which gave great variety. I decided to try something new, and unusual to me, which is the "Reindeer", which apparently is a delicacy here in Norway, so I went in for it as a main. The dish came with Potatos, just regular potatoes. That wasn't particularly seasoned with anything, so it's just potatoes. The preparation looked great, the meat was very tender and reminded me of a cross of very lean steak, and almost like Duck as well. Overall it was enjoyable, I don't know if I would order it again elsewhere, but I can now say I've had Reindeer. Great establishment to stop in and enjoy some Norwegian Cultural Cuisine. 5 stars read more

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Don't let the location fool you. Right in the middle of the Bryggen Tourist center is one of the most authentic old Bergen restaurants that you must try. Located in a classic old 20th century building, Bryggeloftet provides the classic interior to match the authentic food you will receive. I always order the classic fish soup appetizer and while I went with the Mussels this time, my wife chose a fish/shrimp dish with vegetables and a side of potatoes. You can never go wrong here whether it comes to cod or halibut dishes and while I enjoyed my tastefully prepared mussels, I will certainly go back to eating a nice piece of flaky white fish next go-round. Or perhaps I will go with the full plate of scallops as my scallop appetizer left me dying for more. We finished off the experience with the rich, fudge chocolate and raspberry dessert for me and an Apple Cobbler for my wife. A nice walk through the city followed to help make. Room for our next food adventure. read more

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Really enjoyed dining at Bryggeloftet for dinner! Our waitress was super friendly with explaining the menu to us as well as identifying vegetarian items for my friends. They opted to order the vegetarian lasagne and commented on the freshness of the ingredients as well as the seasoning. I personally ordered Norwegian cod which came with a creme fresh like sauce, potatoes, carrots, and a vegetable mash. The dish was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked. The cod tasted very fresh and paired well with the sauce giving it some more definition. The carrots and potatoes would have benefited from a bit more seasoning though. The ambiance here is super nice as there are a bunch of paintings and is located in a historical building near the water. Very solid food and even better service, would totally recommend stopping by here if you are in search of traditional Norwegian food! read more

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Some reviews we read said they had problems with the servers we did not experience that. The staff was friendly. Our entrees did take a while to come out. We watched the couple who was seated at the table next to us at the same finish their meal and dessert and pay their check as well as another table of four who was seated after us get their meals before we did so not sure what happened in the kitchen. Our food was just ok. Scallops were over cooked, we had better at the fish market the day before. Halibut was good but not memorable and reindeer steak was cook well. Was expensive just like everything in Norway but in this case I would've rather gone back to the fish market. read more

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My wife and I shared an ample, delicious shrimp cocktail appetizer on a Sunday evening in March where walk-ins were welcomed. It was our first night in Norway on vacation. We didn't realize that the 2nd floor with a harbor view was an option since it wasn't offered and we didn't realize until after the fact that it was there. Nonetheless, the murals on the first floor were well worth taking in as well as dining where it seemed mostly locals came with family and friends to enjoy time together. My wolffish was flaky and tender, full of flavor without tasting fishy. My wife said her mussels were "deliciously amazing." Service was friendly and helpful. Highly recommended! read more

I had read about this restaurant in a travel blog, and made reservations a month in advance. We were seated on the second floor, and were at a window overlooking the water. It was gorgeous! I loved the layout of the restaurant, how many different spaces and rooms there were...it was so much bigger than I anticipated. Our server was incredibly gracious and kind, and did such a great job. And our food was fabulous! We had the wolf fish, the fish soup, the deer shoulder, some of the most amazing potatoes I've ever had, and chocolate cake for dessert. I am pretty sure that every plate went back to the kitchen completely clean! :) Absolutely fantastic place to celebrate our fourth anniversary! read more

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We throughly enjoyed dining at one of the oldest establishments in Bergen, Norway. Their food was exceptional. Make sure you make reservations ahead of time. The reindeer was perfectly cooked with a creamy wine sauce. Scallops were absolutely delectable. We throughly enjoyed their wine lists and after dinner drinks. Staff was sweet and excellent. Make sure to dine here before you leave. read more

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Good seafood restaurant. The waiter was a little aloof to begin with but ultimately turned out to be excellent and very friendly by the end of the meal. All food is expensive in Norway so this was our expectation. The food was very good but there were limited options. read more

Do yourself a favor and DINE HERE! Omg! I ate out a few times in Bergen, but this was the best meal I've had. The same family have been running it since 1910; that's 112 years! And I overheard that they haven't closed once minus a week during the pandemic. The MUSSELS with its magical white cream sauce is amazing and mussels are super fresh and a good size. I read that mussels are known in this area. Even if you don't like seafood/mussels, I wasn't a big fan of mussels, but these I will go for! I also got the fish soup which was also really nice. Super fresh shrimp, cod, veggies, and the sauce isn't too creamy or heavy, leaving you wanting to keep wanting to take the next bite. The light flat bread that come with it pairs with it really nicely. And, I was already full from those two entree, but I read about the chocolate cake, and oh man! I'm so glad that I did. It's by far the BEST chocolate cake I've had in my life, and I've had my fair share of chocolate cake. It's more of a very light cake and moist brownie taste, which was amazing in every bite! I thought I was full but I kept eating and eating and next thing you know, it was gone! It even made me think about getting another one, but mind you, I was already feeling full prior to dessert. The raspberry sorbet pairs with it so nicely. Hats off to the baker/chef! Such friendly and fun service too. Ivan (meaning happy and lives up to his name) from Iceland, was wonderful and my other server (I didn't get his name). The decor was really nice to admire too--the artwork of Bryggen and 3D Viking ships display. It really gives you a feel that you may have stepped back into the times--which I love. Such a lovely experience. I definitely will recommend and be back when I'm in Bergen again. Thank you family, for all the delicious food, and warm hospitality. Happy traveler and tummy here, thanks to you! :) read more

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It was inconvenient just getting a table in this restaurant. At first we went to the downstairs waiting for the hostess to see us and then she said that she had no room and then told us to go upstairs when we went upstairs the hostess there said they have no room and told us to go downstairs. We then went downstairs and then told us to go upstairs and we said that we were just sent back down from there so she grudgingly seated us then ordered some food that was somewhat overpriced but OK. We got the lamb and the whitefish which was serviceable but nothing astounding for the price. There were some nice paintings of the Norwegian fishing ports along the wall. read more

The halibut was overcooked, service poor. For the price of this dinner, I was very disappointed and would not return.

Ambience, food, and the service were wonderful! We tried the traditional fish soup for lunch and I had a lovely beer to go with it.

Solid place with great decorations! I booked this place 2 months in advance due to recommendations I saw online. When I arrived in Bergen I passed by this place walking around the city center and was pleased to see the cozy exterior. The location is very convenient, as it's right next to Bryggen. The restaurant was able to accommodate us coming in an hour before our reservation and the service was very friendly. Since we came at 1pm on a Friday, there was only one other party but most of the tables were reserved at a later time. Our table ordered the mussels, hamburger, bruschetta, pork ribs and cod. Overall, the food was pretty good. I especially enjoyed the fries that came with the burger. The mussels were yummy as well. I would recommend this place for a lunch if you're visiting Bergen! read more

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Nice nice restaurant. Had my muscles and frites, with a lovely glass of wine. HB ha an amazing piece of halibut. Beautiful ambiance and service read more

We ended our weeklong first-time tour around Norway in Bergen and so we decided to choose this place as it had good reviews and good fame. I am always wary about these attributes as they unfortunately become tourist traps... but this place delivers both in content and execution. Exotic delicacies aside, the food here was excellent. Great portions, and good ingredients. We had a try at reindeer, whale, deer, seafood, fish soup and Desserts. All promptly served and with amazing taste. It made the farewell to this amazing country all the more bittersweet. I fully recommend this place if you ever have a chance to stop by Bergen for the first time! read more

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Had the cod fish special, comes on two servings. Cod was kinda bland, but perhaps that's the way it was originally. Great historical restaurant. Would come back. read more

We stopped here for dinner, having just arrived to Bergen without a restaurant reservation, and were promptly seated. I had the bacalao, which was delicious; a good sized portion of tender salt cod in a rich tomato sauce with sliced potatoes, onions and Kalamata olives. I started with a green salad, which was full of really fresh lettuce and vegetables, and had a yummy mustard vinaigrette that provided a nice kick. My husband had the reindeer and said it was perfect. Service was friendly and fairly prompt, considering how busy they were. The decor is old school and kind of sweet. Nothing truly cutting edge here, just very good food in a comfy and friendly environment. read more

While the service was impeccable and the food fresh and well prepared, we found it bland. I guess that is how Norwegian food is. However we were also hungry a few hours after later. For example, $26 for two small scallops that were nothing short of ordinary. Given the high price I can't give more than a three stars. read more

Reservations are a must at this very popular restaurant near the harbor. The food is delicious and the service is very good. They also have a very nice wine selection. read more

Bryggeloftet & Stuene - Reindeer steak with asparagus and roasted potatoes. - Seafood Near Me - Bergen, 12

A great meal and experience. The waiter was excellent. He was jovial but not in a phony way but also quite efficient. Magically would replace the (very good) tap water when we were low, not waiting for it to be used up or us to have to ask. The food was even better. Started with the Bergen Fish Soup. It is a creamy chowder, not that different than New England clam chowder, but with mini-shrimp and fish dumplings. Very creamy and delicious. Then went with the seafood platter and lobster upgrade. It was incredible. The mussels were some of the best I had, to the point I had to ask for more bread because I did not want to miss any of the sauce. The platter had everything and a lot of it. Large shrimp, meaty crabs, langoustine and lobster. Not sure I would add the lobster upgrade again, while it was good just too much food. Was too stuffed for dessert but tasted my daughters berries and ice cream and the berries were sweet and fresh. So good that we may rearrange our schedule to visit again. read more

Bryggeloftet & Stuene - Seafood platter - Seafood Near Me - Bergen, 12

We were lucky to get a table at this popular restaurant. It was full of happy customers enjoying the Norwegian specialities for the holiday season. We even saw several patrons wearing Santa Claus hats. We ordered halibut and were impressed with the generous helping complimented with broccolini, peas, capers and new potatoes. Everything was delicious! The restaurant itself is tastefully decorated with many festive touches making the atmosphere very merry. The wait staff was very helpful and understanding of our need to converse in English. read more

Loved our time here! We walked in and managed to snag a seat for two, but would highly recommend booking a reservation as they were packed and had begun turning away people after we were seated. We got the reindeer filet, dried cod, and the trifle (for dessert). The reindeer was great, but a bit too gamey for my personal taste (totally personal though!). The cod was PERFECT. I have not had that perfect of a cod in forever; you could taste the freshness from the sea. The trifle too was wonderful: Beautiful balance between the cream and berries. Highly recommend! read more

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Food was incredible, easily one of the best restaurants in Bergen and totally worth the price. We ordered the fish soup and mussels as appetizers and they were both exceptional. The fish soup was extremely flavorful and one of the best soups I've ever eaten. The mussels were huge and fresh and the broth was delicious. I had the Atlantic wolfish as my main and my boyfriend had the shrimp sandwich and we thoroughly enjoyed those as well. Cannot recommend this place enough. read more

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Thanks to Yelp, we had a lovely lunch here. The mussels were excellent. In fact, it was so good that we brought friends here the next day. This time I had the Shrimp sandwich and my husband had the burger. Again, we all were impressed with the food and the service. read more