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View RestaurantRestaurant Nihao Lofoten
Nestled in the picturesque setting of the Lofoten Islands, this Chinese restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience. Diners consistently praise the quick service and the consistently fresh, high-quality dishes. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with friendly staff eager to guide you through the menu. Appreciated by locals and visitors alike, it's a place that draws people back for its reliable flavors and pleasant dining environment. With a strong 4.4-star rating from over 800 reviews, this establishment provides a satisfying meal for those seeking a taste of China amidst stunning Norwegian landscapes. It also features outdoor seating and is a great choice for groups.
Asian•$$•4.4(834)•Lofoten Islands
Nestled in the picturesque setting of the Lofoten Islands, this Chinese restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience. Diners consistently praise the quick service and the consistently fresh, high-quality dishes. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with friendly staff eager to guide you through the menu. Appreciated by locals and visitors alike, it's a place that draws people back for its reliable flavors and pleasant dining environment. With a strong 4.4-star rating from over 800 reviews, this establishment provides a satisfying meal for those seeking a taste of China amidst stunning Norwegian landscapes. It also features outdoor seating and is a great choice for groups.
About Restaurant Nihao Lofoten
Nestled in the picturesque setting of the Lofoten Islands, this Chinese restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience. Diners consistently praise the quick service and the consistently fresh, high-quality dishes. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with friendly staff eager to guide you through the menu. Appreciated by locals and visitors alike, it's a place that draws people back for its reliable flavors and pleasant dining environment. With a strong 4.4-star rating from over 800 reviews, this establishment provides a satisfying meal for those seeking a taste of China amidst stunning Norwegian landscapes. It also features outdoor seating and is a great choice for groups.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Restaurant Nihao
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.4 / 5.0(834 reviews)
This is the only restaurant I ate twice during my 4 days and 3 nights in Lofoten. The food was served quickly and the quality was stable and fresh! The staff was friendly and very good at recommending the menu👍 Spent three consecutive evenings having dinner at this Chinese restaurant in Svolvaer owned by a Hong Kong native. Although we didn't have the chance to meet the owner, we got to know the staff—a beauty from Argentina, a tall brother from Guangxi, and a nice auntie from Xiamen. They were incredibly friendly, the dinner was delicious, and our conversations were very enjoyable. Coming from Hong Kong, it's unlikely that we'll return to this country or place in the near future, but I am delighted to have met them and had such pleasant chats with them over these three days. The service part has to be improved, unfortunately they don’t know a thing about hospitality. The waiter there act like they are doing you a favour when they are taking your order. They make weird faces ( the weird middle aged lady) when asked about description of dishes on the menu. All they care about is what ‘number?’. Food is strictly below average. The only palatable thing was the rice. The meat and vegetable used seemed to be stale. Traveled for three weeks in Norway with 10 days in the north, This Restaurant is the only bad experience. Highly DONOT recommended. You are better off eating instant noodles. Trust me.
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Where to Find Them
Joh. E. Paulsens gt. 12B, 8300 Svolvær, Norway
+47 76 07 79 00
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday2:00 – 10:00 PM
Recent Reviews
SOFIA C.
June 17, 2025
This is the only restaurant I ate twice during my 4 days and 3 nights in Lofoten. The food was served quickly and the quality was stable and fresh! The staff was friendly and very good at recommending the menu👍
CL M.
March 21, 2025
Spent three consecutive evenings having dinner at this Chinese restaurant in Svolvaer owned by a Hong Kong native. Although we didn't have the chance to meet the owner, we got to know the staff—a beauty from Argentina, a tall brother from Guangxi, and a nice auntie from Xiamen. They were incredibly friendly, the dinner was delicious, and our conversations were very enjoyable. Coming from Hong Kong, it's unlikely that we'll return to this country or place in the near future, but I am delighted to have met them and had such pleasant chats with them over these three days.
Soma V.
October 25, 2025
The service part has to be improved, unfortunately they don’t know a thing about hospitality. The waiter there act like they are doing you a favour when they are taking your order. They make weird faces ( the weird middle aged lady) when asked about description of dishes on the menu. All they care about is what ‘number?’. Food is strictly below average. The only palatable thing was the rice. The meat and vegetable used seemed to be stale. Traveled for three weeks in Norway with 10 days in the north, This Restaurant is the only bad experience. Highly DONOT recommended. You are better off eating instant noodles. Trust me.
Ewe H.
April 14, 2025
Had a disappointing experience at Nihao Lofoten. We arrived around 8:30pm hoping to dine in, but were told it was fully booked—even though the place didn’t look full. We decided to order takeaway instead, but unfortunately, the food was really underwhelming. The flavors just weren’t there, and the quality didn’t match the expectations at all. Combined with the poor service, it ended up being a letdown overall. Rating: 2/5
Archiyapat I.
August 23, 2025
Delicious food, comfortable seating, and perfect for families.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Restaurant Nihao special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Paid Parking Lot
Paid Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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