Restaurants in Bergen
De Bergenske has some of the best and most centrally-located restaurants in Bergen city centre. We offer everything from a restaurant with a Michelin-starred chef and places to gather for lunch and family-friendly eateries to bars with the most exciting selection of whisky.
Speilbaren
Speilbaren is a first-class wine and cocktail bar in Bergen, also offering an exclusive chambre séparée for private gatherings.
Frescohallen
Food and drinks are served from morning to evening in classy and venerable Frescohallen, seven days a week, all year round. The restaurant is located in Bergen city centre and is a great place to meet for lunch, dinner or drinks. The restaurant is perfect for a date as well as larger gatherings with a group of friends or family.
Fresquito
With chefs from gastronomic powerhouse Cádiz, our new restaurant Fresquito delivers a delicious range of authentic Spanish flavours straight to your table. The restaurant is located in the heart of Bergen, with direct access to the Fish Market and Vågsallmenningen square. Perfect for tapas or a casual drink in the bar.
Matbaren at Zander K
Sample dishes based on local and organic ingredients are served at Matbaren in Zander K Hotel in Bergen, where you will also find a large selection of locally microbrew beers. The restaurant is within walking distance of Bergen city centre with its cultural venues and nightlife.
Wesselstuen
If you want to experience a traditional Bergen institution, stop by Wesselstuen – right in the centre of Bergen.
Izakaya Skostredet
Newly included in the MICHELIN Guide 2025, Izakaya is a restaurant where Japanese street food meets Nordic ingredients in a bold and vibrant dining experience.
Amundsen Bar & Bistro
Amundsen Bar & Bistro is the place where polar explorer Roald Amundsen gave his final interview.
An informal meeting place with a Nordic soul: classic cocktails, carefully curated wines, a fantastic whisky cellar, and a seasonal bistro menu made from quality local produce. Perfect for after-work drinks, a date, or a long evening with good friends—always a warm atmosphere, great flavours, and warm hospitality.
Omakase by Sergey Pak
MICHELIN-Starred Omakase by Sergey Pak isn’t just about showcasing exquisite seafood — award-winning chef Sergey Pak also weaves his magic by harmonizing the freshest local Norwegian ingredients with the precision and artistry of Japanese cuisine.
Engen Steakhouse
Here you gather for great conversations around the grill. A fantastic steakhouse with quality in every detail.
Bjerck Restaurant & Bar
The restaurant was founded by entrepreneur Adam Bjerck and is the place where you can relax and enjoy a great meal with fresh ingredients right in the city center.
Fish & Chips – From the Streets of London to the Norwegian Fjords
Enjoy crispy Norwegian cod with classic sides at Bjerck — authentic fish & chips inspired by London, served fresh by the fjord.
One of Bergen’s Best Lunch Spots: Bjerck Restaurant & Bar
Fresh local ingredients, tasty seafood, and views of Bryggen — Bjerck is the perfect place for a memorable lunch in Bergen.
Seven Unique Dining Experiences in Bergen
Discover seven unique food experiences in Bergen – from MICHELIN-starred dining and tapas to traditional classics like prinsefisk and Bergen fish soup.
The beginning of Bergen’s restaurant history
In the basement of Bergen Børs, the city’s very first restaurant saw the light of day. The hotel and restaurant family De Bergenske preserves this heritage and history with the deepest care, and today serves cuisine of world-class quality.
The Fjordic Experience
In the deep fjords, along steep mountainsides, under glaciers and peaks, pure and tasty food emerges. The Fjordic Experience is a culinary journey through Western Norway's wild, beautiful nature - where the ingredients get a taste of the landscape from which they originate.
How to cook the perfect steak
Chef Adam Bjerck at Engen Steakhouse shows you how to cook entrecôte.
– Bjerck has Bergen's best view
Discover the chef's philosophy behind the restaurant near Bryggen in Bergen.
Why is Wagyu steak so expensive?
The Wagyu steak at Engen Steakhouse is the right cut of meat for you. But what is the reason for the steep price?