Tromsø
Upstairs and upscale, Arctandria serves filling and supremely fresh ocean catches – try the tomato and seafood casserole, Arctic char or various bacalao…
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Bornholm
This gut-rumbling little deli stocks both local and foreign slabs of gourmet cheeses, as well as locally made charcuterie, stuffed savoury pancakes, and…
Southeast Iceland
The museum at Hali, Þórbergssetur, is home to a quality cafe-restaurant where the speciality is Arctic char. It's 13km east of Jökulsárlón, and gets very…
Arctic Highway
In Fru Haugans Hotel, tapestry-bedecked Hagestuen offers both à la carte dining and an evening buffet (325kr) in summer, although the atmosphere is a…
Bohuslän
Right above the water, this friendly restobar serves small plates of seafood dishes (so you can really go to town here!), as well as beautifully battered…
Skåne
Short on space but long on choice, the baguettes and wraps here are made with only the freshest locally sourced produce. Even if you're not peckish, grab…
West Iceland
Despite its location in a completely nondescript commercial block, Galito is undoubtedly top dog if you’re looking to upgrade from petrol-station fare…
Skåne
If you're craving a juicy steak, sticky spare ribs or a rack of lamb, look no more. It's not the Southern US style barbecue you'd expect, but a Swedish…
Oslo
Located in the pretty surrounds of the Nasjonalmuseet's Arkitektur building, this museum cafe serves up burgers, tapas, soups, sandwiches and sweet things…
North Iceland
This main-street bakery is the heartbeat of the town. Stop in to stock up on supplies for your drive – everything from fresh-baked bread to soup to iced…
Oslo
Munchies might be perpetually crowded and those extras can add up, but its burgers and fries definitely put it in the city's best burger options. Grab a…
Southeastern Sweden
Slouch back on the plush, purple terrace sofas for a cocktail or an excellent coffee, or make a date for the daily buffet. The setting is sublime,…
Bergen & the Southwestern Fjords
A popular after-work spot for hungry Haugesunds, this small upstairs restaurant is a little bit away from the harbour. It serves hearty food and plates of…
The Western Fjords
The informal Laksen at the Wild Salmon Centre offers substantial meals, and sells a small range of snacks, salads, cakes and sandwiches during the daytime.
Oslo
You'll find excellent Oslo burgers here, using free-range Lofoten beef, brioche buns and build-your-own choices. The veggie burgers are also good, and the…
Ísafjörður
For breakfast, lunch or a mid-morning sugar fix, Gamla is the best bakery in town and is usually packed for its full range of sweet treats (cookies,…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
An excellent choice for lunch, this delightful bistro offers modern food in a historic house. If you wish to spend the night, there are a few simple but…
Central Jutland
Borgen offers a little slice of Euro life, with Parisian-style outdoor seating and a low-lit interior. Home to rich coffee and lazy lunches, it morphs…
Reykjavík
Conventional burgers get a fresh new feel at this enterprising eatery. Organic meat or lentil patties are sandwiched between soft, seeded buns and…
Central Jutland
One of those chic all-day cafes that seem compulsory in Danish towns. You can park yourself on the leather banquettes for a mid-morning coffee or late…
Finland
Popular with visiting conference-goers and businesspeople, this upmarket hotel near the Serlachius Museum Gustaf has a restaurant offering a well-priced…
Lofoten
Wonderful views from the terrace, local dishes with fish in abundance and a casual atmosphere add up to a fine place for a meal – if you can snaffle a…
The Golden Circle
This popular restaurant serves fresh local food from farm to table in a simple, cheerful dining room. The herby lamb chops with vegetables, salad,…
The Finnish Lakeland
This elegant place effortlessly combines the casual with the sophisticated. The menu includes thin-crust, wood-fired Italian pizzas, grilled meats and…
Bohuslän
Follow your nose to century-old local institution Bergs Konditori, a locally beloved dockside konditori (bakery-patisserie) selling fresh bread, cakes,…
Reykjavík
Out of the city centre beside Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, this reliable option for Icelandic faves sits in a delicate glass box with views out to the…
Around Stockholm
Next to Kina Slott, this cute cafe in a low-ceilinged old stone building serves coffee and good waffles with jam; outdoor tables are available.
Southern Sweden
The queues at this legendary ice-cream parlour are matched by the mammoth serves, piled high in a heavenly waffle cone. Go for three flavours if you can…
Southeast Iceland
In an elevated position by the harbour, the family-friendly Ice House doles out thin-crust, stone-baked pizzas with crowd-pleasing toppings, from Hawaiian…
Southern Norway
Kinokafeen, at the cinema, has a pleasing airy art-deco style and its outdoor tables (summer only!) and fading interior make it the most memorable place…
Reykjavík
The Old Harbour’s outpost of burgerdom and Americana proffers savoury patties that are perennial local favourites. Hollywood film stars have been known to…
Billund
At the Legoland Holiday Village is this economical option, serving a family-friendly buffet every evening. It also offers takeaway options.
Southern Norway
Carefully prepared French-style dishes are served in an old-fashioned friendly room. If you're not up for a full dinner, they'll happily feed you starters…
Lappland
Authentic Thai cuisine in attractive surroundings. The changing weekday lunch buffet (90kr) is a crowd-pleaser, and the curries and stir-fried dishes off…
Reykjavík
There's nothing fancy here, but the homemade breads and fresh produce mean you'll be eating among locals as they flip through magazines, gossip and devour…
The South
Grab a booth and a burger at the old-school grill inside the N1 petrol station with a view of Reynisdrangur. Daily specials from casserole to traditional…
The Golden Circle
This simple cafeteria in the information centre sells grilled sandwiches, salads, hot dogs and soup of the day with bread. It also has a tiny mini-mart…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
Set in an old wooden villa, Alan's has house-baked treats to eat in the cosy interior or in the courtyard, shaded by a huge tree. Afterwards, browse the…
Ålesund
A stylish, waterfront venue for super wood-fired pizzas or upmarket à la carte dishes like poached salmon, klippfisk, steaks and so on. Local provenance…
Ísafjörður
Voted Iceland’s best fast-food joint by national radio polls, this outpost attracts locals who gossip over Béarnaise burgers and pizza. Sport frequently…
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