What a splendid find! We got off the cruise ship with no plans other than to walk around and find…read morea place for a beer and light lunch. This place was so inviting and cozy. Our waitress, Beth, was so sweet and attentive. The shrimp sandwich was huge, beautiful and yummy.

Very nice and casual restaurant in the heart of Mandal. Nice pizza menu with both Italian and…read moreAmerican style pizzas. Their piadinas are especially tasty, and not something you find too many places in Norway. Also nachos, salads and a pulled pork burger. Outdoor seating is nice and cosy. Fireplace inside in winter.

Five stars for the ambiance for sure...right on the harbor in Kristiansand. But the food is…read moredelicious, and has remained so since I was last here four years ago. One of the only places I've ever had classic Norwegian Lutefisk, and it's exceptional.

Bølgen and Moi is one of the more remarkable restaurants in the area, and it was a delight to eat…read morehere. Each table is dressed in a unique and artistic manner. The outside patio is always packed! The menu is simple, with the dishes elegantly prepared, and each flavor exquisite. I had the Halibut, which was cooked to perfection. I also enjoyed a berry and white chocolate mousse dessert that was outstanding. I highly recommend Bølgen and Moi (particularly if someone else is paying for it!)

We went to Hos Naboen for brunch, on a Sunday morning. We had the bruschetta to start, the omelette…read moreand the goat cheese salad. We also tried the iced coffees. The omelette and salad are pictured and were both wonderful. The bruschetta was the highlight of the meal, it was the perfect size to split for a starter. The staff was very kind and attentive. They allowed us to split the check and made wonderful recommendations regarding the menu choices. Seating was offered both inside and outside (shade and sun) with blankets offered for outside seating. The restaurant was also easy to find and very centrally located. I would recommend!

A charming place with a quite atmosphere. The wild game burger was tastey and came out quickly…read more Staff suggested it as the top seller since its made from several types of wild game. The bun kinda fell apart but so mouth watering and earthy

These people were so friendly in this cute little eatery. We grabbed a couple sandwiches and some…read morehouse made tomato soup. It was chilly so the hot soup hit the spot. It was his own recipe and he was so proud of it. Rightly so. The mayo on the BLT was a good and garlicky. The grilled cheese panini was good as well. We didn't get any dessert but they looked really yummy. I'd return for sure!

Our family of 5 visited the restaurant while in Kristiansand for the weekend. With 3 of our family…read morehaving gluten allergies, we're always looking for restaurants that can accommodate. Zarinas offers both gluten free options for pizza and for pasta and the meal was fantastic, especially the home-made crusts for the regular pizza. The gluten free crusts were from a package (average) but the toppings were delicious and the chef did come out to apologize they didn't have something hand-made and did advise that with 24 hrs notice, they could do a hand-made gluten free crust. We then inquired about gluten free lasagna and he offered to have us come back the next night and he would prepared a gluten free meal just for us. So, the next night we went back after requesting the gluten-free lasagna and sure enough, they had prepared a "family style" meal with a full gluten-free lasagna, salad, garlic toast, and then ice cream and strawberries for the kids for dessert. The meal was fantastic and I can't say enough about their effort to make our evening enjoyable. The restaurant was very family friendly, a nice atmosphere, and a wonderful staff. Highly recommended!

Amazing food and great service. Was a little nervous to eat Italian food in Norway but it was…read moregreat. The owner/chef served us and it was delicious

This was my second visit as I stopped here several years ago. Beautiful location right on the…read morewater. Just so nice to sit outside on a summer's day. The menu isn't huge but there's a good variety of seafood. I got the mussels and my friend went with a salmon salad. Large portions and really good prices. The drink menu is also good. It was very quiet when we visited so we had our pick of seating and it was so nice to sit by the water and enjoy some good food. Lots of birds in the area but not aggressive like gulls. Also, a really pretty area to walk around in after you're done eating.

Great restaurant by the water front. We came in for dinner on a Friday evening. No reservations…read morewere needed as it is the off season in Norway. We had the fish soup which was amazing then for a main dish we ordered the lamb chops and the sea food plater(sampler) which was the best I had. The king crab, the lobster, the shrimps.. were all very very fresh and tasty. The lamb chops were fresh, juicy and tasty. I truly recommend this restaurant.

Beyond amazing!! Better make sure you are hungry. Large portions. I had shrimp open face sandwich…read more Olives as a starter. Relaxing atmosphere. This is a must go to place !!

Delicious and well priced! We stopped in here for a quick…read morecoffee and sweet treat. We each ordered a chai latte and a cookie. They had many dessert options from brownies to cookies to meringues to macaroons and more! Their coffee list was appropriate and their chai was nicely spiced and not too heavy. The decor is dry sweet and charming, a good traditional Norwegian coffee shop. There are outlets located throughout the cafe and a restroom in the basement (not sure if it is accessible any other way). I would recommend stopping in!

COZY. NORWEGIAN. OLD-FASHIONED TOILET…read more A very cozy place in the middle of Kristiansand, where you can take your date for a cup of coffee or your kids for some hot cocoa. Their wooden interior is especially eye-catching, especially their old-fashioned toilet, which is also made from wood! There's enough seating here for groups of four or above, so if you want to bring your whole family for a round of warm drinks, it won't be a problem at all! Not time to write, need to finish my cappuccino first! :)