RUDA — Restaurant in Tromsø

Seamless service—welcoming, unobtrusive, and efficient. The owners glide effortlessly, moving with purpose, reinforcing the tranquil atmosphere they cultivate. The kitchen mirrors this energy—thoughtful, calm, precise. I love the fact that the owners were both here, and took time to engage and entertain me. I dined here on 11/2/25.

Mini hotdogs – Subtle ketchup, punchy mustard, juicy ass dog—amazing seasoning. Beef neck & sausage – Reindeer pâté slaps. They say bacon, I say prosciutto. Pickled herring – Her mother’s recipe. Faultless. Seeded cracker bread complements sharp, dancing flavors.

I love the fact that the pastry chef explained my dish, then runs off to crack on with KP duties. The symbiosis here is well-practiced, regimented.

Beef tartare – Introduced to me by the name of the cow. Amazing.

Halibut – Gently cooked, flaking apart, bathed in champagne butter sauce. Dreamily soft mash, shallots, fennel, capers. One of the best fish mains I’ve ever had; so far.

Intimacy runs through this place, down to the head chef taking and making my coffee after I explain how to prepare a macchiato.

A couple of the reviews mention a long wait time - this wasn’t the case when I went. Anyhow, is there such a thing as waiting too long for a truly...

Very professional staff in general. At the door, they kindly offered to hang up our jackets. We ordered Indrefilet sided with vegetables and fløtepotet, which was a fair portion for to people. The meat was tender, but we were not impressed by the flavours and the potatoes were slightly undercooked. Our friends had two different fish dishes and they were satisfied. The atmosphere of the restaurant was quite pleasant. They have a open kitchen and comfortable chairs. There was a member of the staff that was always filling up our glasses with water when empty. The prices were as expected, average 550kr per person. In general, it was a...

RUDA is a standout in Tromsø’s fine dining scene. A special mention goes to Linda, the owner, whose keen interest in her guests and warm nature made the evening unforgettable. Her thoughtful recommendations and personal touch set the tone for exceptional service.

The food was fantastic! I enjoyed the catch of the day while my wife had the cashew vegetarian steak which Linda ensured was perfect. The vegetarian mushroom sauce was among the best we’ve ever had. Their unique take on a French 75 was also a highlight!

RUDA is a must-visit for its outstanding food, attentive service, and Linda’s personal touch that elevates the...