Colonialen Kranen in BergenNorwegian Tapas Restaurant in an Old Crane
Sponsored by Visit Bergen
Sponsored by Visit Bergen
Colonialen Kranen is situated a good 15 minutes walk from Bergen city center in an old crane (hence the name) which has been reconstructed to an elegantly-designed casual eatery with Scandinavian-style interior. Apparently, this used to be a busy industrial area, but today it’s all apartment buildings and hungry residents who need a neighborhood restaurant. Head chef Pablo Zotelo (originally from Argentina) whips up a fun selection of Norwegian tapas-style dishes with Latin-American influences. Highlights included tomatoes from Hanasand with mackerel and crispy bread, chicharron with apple salsa, and schnitzel with creamy potatoes and mustard seeds.
Looking for more great spots for food and drinks in Norway’s second capital? Check out our foodie map of Bergen.
Colonialen Kranen in BergenThe restaurant is located in this old crane!
A favorite Pet’ Nat’ from Casa BelfiNorwegian tapas at Colonialen KranenYellow carrots, cream cheese (on goat from Myrdal), chickpea frittata, kohlrabi, and puffed barleyChicharron with green salsaTomatoes from Hanasand, lovage, pickled red onion, and toasted sourdough breadHead chef Pablo Zotelo and our table host this afternoonWeingut Maria & Sepp Muster, Opok, Steiermark, AustriaVeal schnitzel, potato salad, mustard seeds, burnt onions & radishes
Butterscotch and salty fudge
Disclaimer
This was part of a sponsored trip by Visit Bergen. The sponsor had no influence on the content of this article. I received no monetary payment.
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