Norway Restaurant Guide: Survival Manual for Chinese Taste Buds 🇳🇴

Introduction: I thought Seattle was a food desert—until I visited Norway. My memories of Norwegian cuisine (reindeer meat 🫎, whale steak) clearly haven't improved over the years! Still, a few places passed the test. Below is my Chinese-stomach-approved ranking 👇 🏆 Oslo 1️⃣ Shanghai2K18 Lifesaving Chinese food! Wok hei perfection Green Pepper Pork Stir-fry 🌶️: Real spicy lantern peppers! Perfectly marbled pork belly—devoured with rice. Boiled Beef in Chili Oil 🐄: Beef isn’t ultra-tender but no gristle. The star? Sweet potato noodles and bok choy soaking up the broth. Crispy Eggplant 🍆: Deep-fried to perfection, sweet-salty with minced meat—ultimate rice killer. Verdict: After days of bland Western food, this made me emotional. 2️⃣ Den Glade Gris German pork knuckle & dark beer, near the palace Roasted Pork Knuckle 🍖: Crackling skin, but missing sauerkraut (big minus!). Feeds 3. Red Wine Braised Pork Neck 🍷: Close to Chinese flavors—tender and savory. Verdict: Meat lovers rejoice, but don’t expect authenticity. 🌊 Bergen AS Bryggestuen - Bryggeloftet Century-old Norwegian seafood Garlic-Grilled Norwegian Langoustine 🦞: Springy texture, simply dressed with butter, garlic, and lemon. Freshness wins. Downside: Claw meat requires DIY cracking—bring a "seafood dismantling expert." Verdict: Purists’ paradise, skip if you crave bold flavors. 🍳 Ultimate Survival Rule: Cook Yourself! Norwegian Scenic Routes & Lofoten Islands offer few dining options, but supermarkets are gold: Sashimi-grade Salmon 🐟: Sold at Kiwi/Spar—so fatty it’s addictive. We even found Kikkoman soy sauce + wasabi in Aurland! Stir-fried Eggplant with Peppers 🍆: Mild but juicy peppers = perfect rice companion. Pro tip: Pack a portable cooker + seasonings to channel your inner wok master. 🌍 The Truth About Norway: Scenery > Food While the cuisine is lacking, the fjords, fishing villages, waterfalls, and northern lights are breathtaking. Summer? Pure outdoor heaven. Advice: Stock up on instant noodles and Lao Gan Ma—let your eyes feast while your stomach endures. #Norway #NorwegianFood #OsloEats #BergenSeafood #NorwegianScenicRoutes #LofotenIslands