Our dining concept

Food rooted in history – with its gaze set on the future

Since 1891, good meals have been an important part of the experience at Union Geiranger. When Julie Mjelva bought the hotel and laid the foundation for what would become one of Norway’s most renowned hotel traditions, quality, hospitality and genuine care for the guest were core values. These values still shape the way we think about food today.

For us, food is about more than feeling full. It’s about creating experiences through the season’s finest ingredients, skilled craftsmanship, and flavors that belong to the landscape around us. We let the seasons guide our menus, work with ingredients at their very best, and combine local produce with inspiration from international cuisine.

F&B Director Odd Ivar Solvold leads a team guided by a simple philosophy: great meals start with great ingredients. Whether you visit Cafe Løsta, Restaurant Julie or Restaurant Fjorden, you’ll enjoy food prepared with a love of rich flavours, pure ingredients and true pride in the craft – all to give every guest the very best experience.

Our culinary philosophy is built on six core principles:

Rooted in the local community
We use local ingredients whenever it feels natural, and highlight the flavours from the region around us.
Tradition in a new guise
Norwegian food traditions meet modern techniques and international inspiration.
Pure, honest ingredients
Quality starts with the ingredients. That’s why we choose them with care and avoid unnecessary additives.
The perfect combination
The dining experience is elevated by carefully selected drinks and wines that complement the flavors on your plate.
Guided by the seasons
Our menus evolve throughout the year in step with nature and the availability of the finest ingredients.
Consideration for every single guest
We take into account allergies, dietary preferences and special needs, so that everyone can enjoy their meal with a sense of safety and joy.

This is how we carry forward a tradition that has been a part of Union Geiranger for more than 130 years.