Tromsø's Hidden Gem: Bardus Bistro – The Undisputed Champion!

After taste-testing four Tromsø hotspots (Fiskekompaniet, Pastafabrikken, Nitty Gritty), our group of five unanimously crowned Bardus Bistro the winner. Every dish was a flawless hit—no regrets, just pure deliciousness! 🍽️ Must-Order Ranking 🥇 Braised Beef Cheek *Melt-in-your-mouth tender* with creamy mashed potatoes. The roasted carrots? Shockingly sweet for the Arctic Circle—divine! 🤤 🥈 Grilled Cod Perfectly juicy, crispy skin, seasoned just right. (The roasted potatoes were meh, though.) 🥉 Mystery Korean-Inspired Starter *Kimchi + mushrooms*—sounds odd, tasted unexpectedly addictive. Perfect palate cleanser! 4️⃣ Steamed Mussels Plump, fresh, zero bitterness. Consistently top-tier quality. 5️⃣ Venison A rare Tromsø specialty! Cooked medium-rare with no gamey taste—like beef’s cooler cousin. 🚫 Skip This: The bland rice noodles (cue emergency Lao Gan Ma rescue). 🍫 Showstopper Dessert Warm Chocolate Lava Cake The best we’ve ever had. Rich, gooey dark chocolate paired with tangy raspberry/mango sorbet—we ordered THREE rounds! 🍋 Runner-Up: Zesty lemon dessert (also stellar). 💰 Damage: ~550 NOK/person (1 starter + 5 mains + 4 desserts). Portions are petite but precise. 📍 Bardus Bistro Cora Sandels gate 4, 9008 Tromsø #NorwayFoodGuide #ArcticFineDining #HiddenGems #FoodieWins #NorwegianCuisine #Travel #NoRegrets