Reviews and Press
Bergens Tidende BT.no
“This restaurant is easy to recommend.”
- Food review, Bergens Tidende
Ole Sirnes X Allmuen
In April 2023 we had a takeover at Allmuen by Ole Sirnes from Hardanger, known from the TikTok channel Ketilko. Ole loves cooking with flavors from around the world using local ingredients, which makes him a perfect match for us.
The Seafood Festival
We are very proud of all the fresh fish from the Bergen area that we get to serve you. Every year, we participate in the Seafood Festival, organized by Matarena. An important part of our mission is to introduce you to the flavors our sea has to offer.
Visit Bergen
Visiting Bergen and looking for the city's best restaurants, experiences and attractions? visitbergen.com is a good place to start. You'll find us there too, of course.
Falstaff
Rated 84/100 in the Falstaff Restaurant & Bistro Guide Nordics 2026: 42/50 for food, 17/20 for service, 17/20 for wine, 8/10 for ambiance.
Bergensavisen
“One of Bergen's best restaurants.” One dish in particular stands out.
Star Wine List of the Year, Norway
Our wine list received a Silver Star in the category of “Best Short List” (fewer than 200 selections), as selected by a jury that includes, among others, Master of Wine Stephen Wong and Mikk Parre, the 2024 Best Sommelier of Europe.
Local Food Restaurant of the Year
Awarded by Matarena for our consistent focus on local ingredients and producers: wild-caught fish, local suppliers, sustainability, and animal welfare.
Bergens Tidende
“An old favorite has become a new lunch spot.” Good news for Bergen’s food lovers: in addition to the dinner menu, Allmuen now serves a hearty, shareable lunch.
Dagens Næringsliv
“Club vibes at Allmuen in Bergen.” Bolinho, a crisp deep-fried fritter of salt cod and potato, topped with green herbs and a tangy wild garlic mayonnaise: well thought out and unpretentious.
Bergens Tidende
“Allmuen is on a roll.” Full marks from BT's food critic right after reopening.
Bergensavisen
“A wonderful mix at Allmuen.” Rarely have we been so blown away by such delightful and unexpected food and wine pairings at such an affordable price.
Godt.no
“For ordinary folk.” Gourmet food for everyone, without compromising on quality.
Politiken (Denmark)
Picked as one of eight recommended places to eat in the Nordic countries by head chef Simon Selliseth of restaurant Naert in Copenhagen: “The fish is grilled in a Josper oven at 600 degrees, only briefly, and the flesh becomes super juicy and falls apart in flakes.”
Bergensavisen
“The best comes from Allmuen.” On the Saturday lunch: “In terms of the amount of food, the experience and the price, we're talking about the best in town.”
Bergens Tidende
“Allmuen is still a steal.” Still serving food that impresses without emptying your wallet.
Bergens Tidende
“Allmuen is the people's favorite.” The name suits Allmuen well: this is a restaurant for ordinary people, with hearty everyday dishes and bold drinks.
Bergensavisen
“Allmuen is well worth the trip.” Well-balanced flavors and a great selection of drinks.
Scan Magazine
The British magazine writes about our Åpen Mat concept (three or five dishes to share), our zero-waste approach and our use of local ingredients.
Visit Norway
We are listed on Visit Norway's official tourism portal, which is available in Norwegian, English, and German.