11 Best Restaurants in The Western Fjords, Norway

Flåm Marina Restaurant

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With relaxing views of the fjord, this popular eatery serving well-prepared local fare can be found a short walk from the train station. The terrace is the perfect place in warmer weather, and locals and travelers alike find their way to the glassed-in pavilion all year.

Vangsgaarden Gastropub

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The outdoor seating area boasts spectacular views of the fjord, making this eatery in the village's former bakery well worth a visit. The menu includes pub classics as well as local dishes, so you are bound to find something for the whole family. Locals say the tower of the building is haunted.

Den Grøne Kafe

Facing the dock in Ulvik, the Green Cafe has big windows with amazing views of the fjord and the mountains beyond, but in warm weather you'll want to head outside to one of the tables just feet from the water's edge. Given the name, you won't be surprised at the number of vegetarian and vegan options, but there is also a wide range of dishes for meat-eaters, from burgers to fish-and-chips. The interior is charming and homey, with exposed brick and shelves packed with books. Hours are more limited in the off-season.

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Dølen Eteri

This restaurant's unusual name comes from the steamship Dølen, which used to chug along the Hornindalsvatnet between 1880 and 1950. With a rustic feel, it serves dishes made with local produce. The shop is a good place to stock up on local delicacies.

Egon Ålesund

The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, and perhaps a little loud at peak hours, but you won't find a better spot for a quick meal. There are wood beams, exposed brick walls, and cozy booths with rough-hewn furnishings. The food is family friendly, including generous salads and sandwiches and pizzas.

Furukroa Kafé

Occupying a traditional Nordic structure, this casual eatery is the kind of place where families head to the picnic tables on the terrace in warmer months and booths in the homey interior when it's cooler. It serves a variety of dishes, most of which are pictured on the wall. The location puts you close to the cruise port.

Glacier Restaurant

In the center of Odda, the Glacier Restaurant couldn't be more relaxed: there are picnic tables outside, a casual eatery on the main level, and a slightly more formal dining room downstairs. With Asian, European, and even Middle Eastern dishes on the menu, everyone in the family will find something they like.

Gloyp Spiseri

This restaurant is bright and breezy, with huge windows letting in lots of light, but the real reason to come here is what's on your plate: beautifully prepared, locally sourced meals by Norway's originator of New Nordic cuisine. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the location is right across from the water.

Kjenndalstova

This region's best-kept secret, this little red house perched at the water's edge serves up delicious traditional dishes. Close to a pristine glacier, towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, and a shimmering lake, the scenery makes a visit to this laid-back eatery well worthwhile.

Mølla Gjestehus

If you want a friendly atmosphere and superb local dishes, this is a great choice. Mølla is located in a handsome building on the dock in Olden, and you can't miss the tall red letters spelling out the name.

Rallarrosa Mountain Cheeses

Rallarrosa is located at the end of the Flåm zipline, and is a great place for a bite after your adrenaline-infused trip. Those hiking or cycling the Flåm Valley will also pass Rallarrosa during their journey. From mid-June to mid-September you can stop here for a refreshing drink or to try their homemade goat cheeses.

The Western Fjords

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