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View RestaurantRestaurant Amateur
Located in the heart of Bergen, this establishment is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Boasting a stellar 4.9-star rating based on 38 reviews, it's clear that diners are consistently impressed. What makes this place special? Guests rave about the delicious beef and daily fish specials, savoring every bite. Friendly and helpful staff enhance the experience, offering excellent recommendations. The chocolate cream with fresh raspberries is a must-try dessert! With its mid-range pricing, this restaurant provides a memorable dining experience you won't soon forget.
Restaurant · Food•$$•4.9(38)•Bergen
Located in the heart of Bergen, this establishment is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Boasting a stellar 4.9-star rating based on 38 reviews, it's clear that diners are consistently impressed. What makes this place special? Guests rave about the delicious beef and daily fish specials, savoring every bite. Friendly and helpful staff enhance the experience, offering excellent recommendations. The chocolate cream with fresh raspberries is a must-try dessert! With its mid-range pricing, this restaurant provides a memorable dining experience you won't soon forget.
About Restaurant Amateur
Located in the heart of Bergen, this establishment is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Boasting a stellar 4.9-star rating based on 38 reviews, it's clear that diners are consistently impressed. What makes this place special? Guests rave about the delicious beef and daily fish specials, savoring every bite. Friendly and helpful staff enhance the experience, offering excellent recommendations. The chocolate cream with fresh raspberries is a must-try dessert! With its mid-range pricing, this restaurant provides a memorable dining experience you won't soon forget.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
lunch
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Flexible
Group Size (Flexible)
Flexible group sizes. Can accommodate various party sizes.
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
🍽️Dining Style
Casual
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
✨Features & Amenities
Wine
Coffee
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Wine, Coffee
Why Travelers Love Restaurant Amateur
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.9 / 5.0(38 reviews)
Ate here for our last night in Bergen to celebrate after a conference—I could not recommend this place enough! The beef was incredibly tasty and my friend really enjoyed the daily fish special. It was one of those meals that you slow down to really savor every bite. Dessert was a chocolate cream with fresh raspberries that tasted *so* good! Our best meal of the trip! Plus, the wait staff were such a pleasure to interact with: friendly, funny, and helpful in recommending wine and entrées. Highl...
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Where to Find Them
Marken 9, 5017 Bergen, Norway
45 29 40 40
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
SundayClosed
Recent Reviews
Lindsay P.
October 22, 2025
Ate here for our last night in Bergen to celebrate after a conference—I could not recommend this place enough! The beef was incredibly tasty and my friend really enjoyed the daily fish special. It was one of those meals that you slow down to really savor every bite. Dessert was a chocolate cream with fresh raspberries that tasted *so* good! Our best meal of the trip! Plus, the wait staff were such a pleasure to interact with: friendly, funny, and helpful in recommending wine and entrées. Highly recommend visiting here (and the prices are exceptional for this quality of food and service).
Richard G.
October 1, 2025
Popped in for lunch after arriving in Bergen, and had the shellfish soup and grilled steak salad. Both were delicious, and the service was amazing! Highly recommended!!
A S.
October 15, 2025
The food and the cheese afterwards were amazing. The Pinot Noir from California was a dream. And the service by Chef Nik was brilliant. Will definitely come back whenever I am in Bergen again.
Farrukh M.
September 19, 2025
These guys have just opened this week and I think they'll do very well. Literally loved every dish. The croquettes with bacon jam were delightful and as was the trout. Some nice wines on the list too. Finally and most importantly, what a charming and lovely bunch of people, I really do wish them well.
Mike N.
September 25, 2025
Amateur has just opened its doors so now is a good time to experience exquisite food from a very talented chef. In a few months, once word gets around, I predict table reservations maybe hard to come by. There are restaurants where the food is good and satisfying and others where you still talk about the experience years later. Amateur is the latter. He clearly puts passion into his cooking but don’t be deceived by the name…he certainly knows what he is doing!
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Restaurant Amateur special
Wine
Coffee
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
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Credit Cards
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NFC/Contactless
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