Restaurant Brasserie Posten Geiranger

Geiranger World Heritage Site restaurant

Hungry in Geiranger? The picturesque village Geiranger in Norway that is world-renowned for its iconic fjord, the Geirangerfjord. The fjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Norway’s main attractions. Wondering where to eat while exploring this beauty? I will let you in on a secret! Keep reading and I will tell you all about the best restaurant in Geiranger – Brasseri Posten.

This stunning destination is surrounded by dramatic cliffs, cascading fjords and waterfalls that captivate visitors from across the globe. The Geirangerfjord area is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Here you will find breathtaking views and an array of outdoor activities, including hiking, kayaking, and scenic boat trips. Small farms cling to the steep mountainsides, a testament to the area’s rich cultural heritage and its connection to nature. Each year, Geiranger welcomes over 800,000 visitors, drawn to its awe-inspiring beauty and charm. Named one of the best travel destinations in Scandinavia, it continues to be a bucket-list destination for travelers worldwide.

What to do in Geiranger?

If you’re wondering what to do on a trip to Geirangerfjord? Exploring its dramatic landscapes and visiting local attractions is a must. Be sure to enjoy the area’s culinary offerings as well, as restaurants in Geiranger offer an authentic taste of Norway, often paired with incredible views of the fjord. Whether you’re admiring the beauty of the Geirangerfjord, discovering its fjords and waterfalls, or simply soaking in the serene atmosphere of this magical village, Geiranger truly deserves its place as one of Norway’s most celebrated travel destination.

Where to eat in Geiranger

Sadly the combination of popular tourist attractions and eateries often affects the quality of the service, the food and the charm, but Brasserie Posten proved this to be wrong. Brasserie Posten is a well-known restaurant in Geiranger, Norway. Located near the Geirangerfjord, it offers stunning views along with a menu that emphasizes local and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant blends traditional Norwegian cuisine with modern touches, making it a popular spot for both tourists and locals.

Hygge and local food in Geiranger

In Norwegian the word hygge refers to a form of everyday togetherness. This restaurant is perfect for hygge, it is hyggelig. The setting is cozy and relaxed. The menu featuring dishes like fresh seafood, lamb, and locally sourced vegetables, all have a focus on sustainability and quality. Its location in a former post office building adds to its unique charm.

Brasserie Posten is a high quality concept in all aspects and I loved it. Both thumbs up, this is the place to eat if you are hungry visiting the jewel in the crown of the Norwegian fjords – the Geirangerfjord. Brasserie Posten is located in the old post office, right on the pier, next to the fjord in the heart of the beautiful village Geiranger.

The Geirangerfjord area is home to spectacular scenery with deep blue fjords, waterfalls and sharp snow topped mountains that tower high above the fjord. For more about Geiranger, click HERE

Homemade dishes with local ingredients

The restaurant serves high quality food made from scratch. The menu has a great range of options, something for everybody and the menu changes with the season. On one of the signature dishes, Geirangerfjøl, you will find local specialities like ham and cheese, fish and seafood are local and for dessert Brasserie Posten serves local berries from the villages Norddal and Valldal in season.

This restaurant in Geiranger serves local food

All the ingredients as locally sourced, from the beef to the fish, to the cheese to the berries for the desserts. The restaurant has a wide selection of local beer. The Brewery traditions in the fjords of Norway have always been strong. Mostly, beer was brewed twice a year – a strong beer for Christmas and a lighter for the haymaking season in summer. Now there are so many options all year and at Brasserie Posten restaurant in Geiranger you can try the local brew from Geiranger Bryggeri.

How expensive are restaurants in Geiranger?

How are the prices for food in Geiranger? Well, the prices at Brasserie Posten are fair for Norwegian standards. Starters, for example and small dishes start from 249,- and mains are starting from 375,- kr. The price for most desserts are around 195,-kr.

Brasserie Posten restaurant has both gluten free alternatives and vegetarian options. On the meny for kids, you will find pizzas, burgers and toast. In addition can all dishes on the main menu be saved in smaller portions for kids with 50% discount.

Visiting in winter I sat inside the restaurant. In summer, if the weather is good, there is a terrace to dine at with wonderful view of the Geirangerfjord. I must admit that I never expected to find such a great restaurant in this small town and will defnitely eat here again. Geiranger is a go-to destination and so is Brasserie Posten for great food in Geiranger. For more info and menus, visit the restaurants homepage.

To go with the food, try cider. In this area that are high quality producers like Skarbø Gård. Another great producer of cider is NeRø in Telemark if you are heading that direction – read more about it here.

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