Berkel og Bar

Central Norway


This gastropub is a welcome addition to the Vertshuset stable. It gets its name from the berkel, a meat slicer invented in 1898 and still used to slice up the cold meats that feature on the excellent meat and cheese platters (459kr). Otherwise, it's mainly pubby food: burgers, pulled beef brioches and the like.

The pub brews several of its own beers and also brings in a good choice from other Norwegian breweries.


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