★★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine
A truly memorable evening awaits at Gaptrast, where three hours passes in a flash. You’ll be greeted with a glass of cider and talked through some of the outstanding local ingredients they have dry aged, before being escorted up to the lounge for meticulously prepared snacks, then on to the moody restaurant. The surprise menu comprises incredibly original, complex creations packed full of vibrant, well-layered flavours, where preserved ingredients and the charcoal grill are used to great effect. Highlights include the exquisite langoustine with beetroot and blackcurrant, and the oscietra cavia
★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine
Start your evening with a walk around the octagonal Lille Lungegårdsvannet lake, then head for the KODE 4 art museum where you can dine looking back over the water. Larger than life chef-owner Christopher Haatuft passionately oversees the whole place, both serving dishes and engaging with guests – and while it’s certainly a smart place, the atmosphere remains pleasingly relaxed thanks to his cheery nature. Dishes are informed by Norwegian produce and recipes, with an added modern touch; you’ll find the likes of bluefin tuna crudo with beetroot, tiger’s milk, horseradish and phytoplankton oil.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.3/5 · 100 reviews
Lysverket, Bergen’s first Michelin-starred restaurant, offers modern Nordic cuisine with creative Asian influences and local ingredients. Many guests praise the exceptional seafood, balanced flavors, and professional yet comfortable atmosphere. However, experiences vary significantly. Negative reviews highlight inconsistent service, including slow responses, poor meal pacing, and logistical errors like bread arriving after dessert. Some diners found portions too small and flavors mediocre, lacking soul. While the wine pairing is generally well-regarded, service reliability remains a point of contention, affecting the overall perception of value and Michelin-standard execution.
Suitable for diners seeking innovative Nordic flavors who can tolerate potential service inconsistencies.
🕐 Mo-Th 17:00-01:00; Fr-Sa 17:00-03:30
★ Michelin€€€€Japanese
Bergen’s Skostredet Hotel is the location for Sergey Pak’s latest restaurant opening – a dimly lit room with sleek styling and black and grey hues. Just one sitting per night ensure maximum enjoyment of the evening, which comprises either a shorter 14-course or a full 20-course tasting menu. In both, Sergey shows off his remarkable knife skills, preparing a refined omakase experience that blends high-quality Norwegian ingredients with impeccable Japanese techniques. Appealing dishes could include such delights as reindeer sashimi or wagyu served with caviar and gold leaf.