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Svalbardbutikken

Svalbard's sole supermarket and department store rolled into one. Has a surprisingly wide selection, but prices are high, especially for anything perishable: half a cucumber costs NOK 10 and a kilo of bananas costs NOK 20. A hot deli offers a few staples and occasionally some ethnic themes. Open weekdays from 11:00 to 20:00, reduced hours Sa-Su.

Getting there: Opposite Lompensenteret
Website: svalbardbutikken.no (opens in a new tab)

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