Oslo
Despite the light and airy name, this is a dark but warm English-style pub serving a hearty, unfussy mix of Norwegian dishes as well as pizza, Turkish and…
Must-see restaurants in Scandinavia
Central Norway
In the town centre alongside the E6, this jack-of-all-trades kind of place has a huge menu spanning everything from pasta to fish to steak and, just in…
The South
It has no frills and zero atmosphere, but if you're looking for a quick fix, Bjork Restaurant is undoubtably one of the cheapest eating options in town…
Southeast Iceland
Supermarket (with bakery) in the central Miðbær shopping centre. Stock up – in either direction, it's miles to the next grocery selection. The bakery…
Akureyri
Cheerful, citrus-toned decor matches the fresh approach of this all-day cafe in the heart of town: smoothies, fresh-pressed juices and salads make it easy…
Tromsø
Right by the water and seguing effortlessly between bar and bistro, Kaia does reindeer wraps or reindeer stew, fish soup and decent oven-baked salmon…
Zealand
Sitting right beside Hornbæk’s harbourside, this fishmonger-turned-cafe bangs out a range of mostly fried-fish meals that you pick from a large picture…
Southern Norway
Right on the waterfront, this place has a cruisy atmosphere and a wonderful pontoon terrace that's open in summer. The pizzas are expensive, but come in…
Turku
Run by top-quality Turku bakery chain Aschan, the ‘Blue Train’ cafe is right in the middle of the kauppahalli. Its old railway-carriage seats make a good…
Uppsala
Tzatziki will supply all your moussaka and souvlaki needs. There’s cosy seating in the 16th-century interior, and in summer the outside tables by the…
East Iceland
The menu is simple and the decor uninspiring at this option inside Fjarðarborg (the community centre), but it’s well worth a visit for its bumper burgers…
North Iceland
Grab a quick bite or check your email in this little cafe where they homemake the fillings for their wraps (from chilli to stir-fry) and homebake their…
Bergen
If you've been travelling around Norway for a while, you may be heartily sick of hot dogs bought from petrol stations. But this place has real sausages …
The Western Fjords
In business for 25 years, this little yellow clapboard cafe is fine for a no-nonsense Norwegian lunch: fish soup, grilled salmon, meatballs with…
North Iceland
Once home to Iceland’s first cooperative, this historical building houses an easy-breezy, crowd-pleasing restaurant serving a diverse menu: everything…
North Iceland
This store on Rte 85, close to the visitor centre, has a selection of groceries, plus simple grill-bar options (soup, lamb, fish, burgers). There's also a…
Western Finnmark
Corner serves the usual pizzas and snacks, but also offers great seafood such as crispy cod tongues or, more conventionally, fried fillet of cod. It also…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
Heavenly, hand-baked cardamom buns are among this family-run cafe's treats, along with sweet and savoury pies, soups, sandwiches and cakes. It's located…
Greater Reykjavík
Viðey's little cafe serves very basic versions of dishes like burgers, salmon and waffles. The food may be so-so, but the setting is bliss in the historic…
North Iceland
Right beside Goðafoss is a complex with information, free wi-fi, a few groceries, a souvenir shop, public toilets, a petrol pump and a decent cafeteria…
Seyðisfjörður
The grill bar at the petrol station does fast-food regulars, as well as inexpensive hot lunch and dinner mains. As a completely unexpected treat:…
Uppsala
This small, family-friendly spot inside a shopping centre is popular for its good-value buffet (both lunch and dinner) and welcoming atmosphere. The…
North Iceland
Small but well-stocked supermarket. If it's closed when you need it, it's usually just a matter of letting a local know and they'll arrange for it to be…
Southeast Iceland
A busy cafe beside the visitor centre sells coffee, grilled panini, cake and waffles, plus takeaway hiking snacks (skyr etc). Hot food (soup, dish of the…
North Iceland
The usual suspects – soup, salad, burgers, fish and pizza – greet diners on the picture menu at this decent, albeit overpriced, place neighbouring the N1,…
Oslo
On a small side street lined with cafes and restaurants, Rust is bright and colourful. It has plenty of outdoor seating and loads of blankets for when it…
Zealand
This place will have cheese lovers weeping with joy: the choices include all the Scandinavian classics like smoked rygeost, gamle ole (yep, the smelly one…
Bergen
Bergen's oldest restaurant evokes the wood-panelled dining halls of Bergen's past and is well known for its traditional dishes such as sirloin of reindeer…
The Coast
Café Victor, with its prime waterfront position and interesting antique ceiling, is a nice place for lunch, with good coffee and generous open sandwiches…
Helsinki
Filled with the aromas of freshly ground coffee beans and Italian foodstuffs, this cafe is great for light bites such as a ciabatta, panini or salad, or…
Helsingør
Possibly the creamiest ice cream you'll ever taste draws throngs of lickers to this tiny takeaway hatch-shop. Displayed photos show celebrity guests,…
Reykjanes Peninsula
Decorated like the interior of a wooden cruise ship from the 1970s, Ráin offers Icelandic favourites, including seafood and meat dishes, with great sea…
Central Jutland
Follow the candlelit passageway for a polished dining experience inside vaulted 'cave rooms' that date back more than 100 years. The atmosphere comes at a…
Uppsala
Get your fix of cheap and (relatively) healthy felafel, kebabs and meze platters at this efficient fast-food joint right on the main square, with some…
The South
Mia's red-and-while polka-dotted food truck sells one thing only – fresh fish and chips, with crunchy wedges and sauce (choose Icelandic tartar, sweet…
Oslo
The low-key and always full Fru Hagen (Mrs Garden) serves snacks, light meals and appealing mains such as local sausage with mushrooms and onion. Its…
Uppsala
This popular burger joint is slowly expanding its footprint in Central Sweden and is a great alternative to the big name fast food franchises when you're…
Southeast Iceland
At the western end of town, Kaffi Munkar serves as the bright cafe-reception of Klausturhof guesthouse. Pop in for soup, spicy chicken, fish stew or …
Turku & Finland's South Coast
In an 1867 building at the end of the pier, this venerable summer restaurant has the best views in town. Its brief menu of Finnish favourites is rather…
Tampere
Divided into a drinking side and an eating side, this attractive brick space offers well-priced fare from its open kitchen. A selection of huge toasted…
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