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Longyearbyen

Longyearbyen, (pronounced lungyer-byin) is the largest populated area, and capital of the Norwegian region of Svalbard. The settlement is generally regarded as the northernmost town in the world as well as the most easily accessed frontier in the Arctic, and is an ideal base for the greater exploration of Svalbard and the high Arctic.

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  1. Eat

    Barentz Pub & Spiseri

    Cosy atmosphere, pizza, burgers, steak. The world's northernmost bar, skilled bartenders, often live music, busy on weekends.

    Daily 12:00-02:00Daily specials from NOK 99

  2. Eat

    Coal Miners’ Bar & Grill

    Another cosy/bar restaurant in a similar vein and with similar offerings to the Barentz pub – not surprising as they're owned by the same company. Sometimes has events on, check with the reception staff.

    From NOK 140 (lunch)/NOK 190 (dinner mains)

  3. Eat

    Fruene AS

    Espresso, sandwiches, salads and daily specials such as soups and Thai dishes. One of the few locations in town with free Wi-Fi.

    Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat 10:00–17:00, Sun 11:00–17:00

  4. Eat

    Funktionærmessen Restaurant

    Often shortened to Funken Restaurant

    Funktionærmessen offers fantastic views and a French inspired menu.

  5. Eat

    Huset

    Huset is a fine dining restaurant and is also offering space for conferences and events.

    Mon-Fri 15:00-22:00 in the summerDaily dinner menu NOK 2200

  6. Eat

    Kroa

    Popular among locals and visitors for fare ranging from ribs to reindeer wraps. Portions are huge, making the prices more palatable.

  7. Eat

    Mix kiosk

    Hot dogs, sausages, burgers and sandwiches, sometimes offered on sale at what are bargain prices for Svalbard. Also has a limited supply of groceries, along with snack foods and sweets. Prices are high compared to Svalbardbutikken, but the kiosk is open longer hours.

  8. Eat

    Restaurant Nansen

    Restaurant Nansen offers a modern menu with an Arctic twist. Reindeer, seal and whale are often available.

    Daily 18:00–23:00

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    Stationen

    Cosy bar/restaurant with a whale hunting station theme, featuring arm chairs for some tables. Burgers, meat, fish and whale on the menu, along with some soups and salads. Lunch runs from 11:00–15:00.

    Mon–Thu 11:00–00:00, Fri Sat 11:00–02:00, Sun 16:00–22:00From NOK 170 (lunch)/NOK 195 (dinner mains)

  10. Eat

    Vinterhagen Restaurant

    Authentic Arctic food in a formal setting, expect to see salmon, whale and seal as the only meats on the menu.