4 Best Restaurants in Southern Norway, Norway

Skåtøy Kafe

$$ Fodor's choice
Just 10 minutes by boat from Kragerø, charming Skåtøy Kafe has a perfect location on Skåtøy Island. There's inviting outdoor seating, a friendly staff, and a warm atmosphere. The menu includes locally sourced ingredients in well-traveled dishes like pizza. There's also original art on the walls and live music.

Egon Arendal

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Egon is a Norwegian restaurant chain, that serves Norwegian classics made with high-quality ingredients. This eatery has a cozy dining room and a small terrace on the street. The atmosphere is casual, and orders are usually placed at the bar before you find a table. 

Hos Oss på Fiskebrygga Lillesand

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Fiskebrygga literally means "the fishing dock," and the name sets the tone for this restaurant on the waterfront in Lillesand. The menu consists mostly of (fresh) seafood, and throughout the summer they host live concerts on the dock.

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Il Forno

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Italy meets Norway at this cozy dockside eatery, a standout among the other casual restaurants on this popular restaurant row, specializing in a large selection of fresh pasta (many dishes capitalize on the local seafood), crostini, and a superb oven-fired pizza. The restaurant takes reservations, but walk-ins are welcome and food can be taken out. There's also a cozy bar area for drinks and a snack.