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What to order
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Whale Steak
One of the most frequently praised dishes, repeatedly described as tender, delicious, and a must-try with a delicate flavor that compares well to beef or tuna.
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Salmon
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, tender, and flavorful, with several reviews calling it phenomenal or perfectly cooked.
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King Crab
Strongly recommended by reviewers who called it wonderful and highly recommended, especially for anyone looking for a standout crab dish.
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Reindeer Burger
Mentioned several times as a memorable local option; even when compared to a regular burger, it was still noted as interesting and worth trying.
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Fish Soup
Praised for its creamy texture, generous chunks of fish, and well-balanced seafood flavor, making it a popular starter or main.
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Fish Cakes
Recommended for their perfect texture and non-greasy preparation, with one reviewer saying they could eat them every day.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
About Full Steam Tromsø AS
Full Steam Tromsø AS is a restaurant in Tromsø, Norway, with boat tour agency, tour agency, tour operator, and tourist attraction categories. It serves Norwegian cuisine and is known for dishes such as fish soup, whale steak, reindeer stew, stockfish, caviar, salmon, and king crab. Reviews consistently praise the fish soup, whale steak, salmon, and king crab, along with the friendly service and warm, inviting atmosphere. Guests also mention that it is a good place for lunch or dinner and that the premises are interesting and well maintained.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked
What is Full Steam Tromsø AS known for?
It is especially known for fish soup and whale steak, with reviewers also calling out king crab, salmon, and reindeer dishes. People often mention that the whale is tender and that the seafood tastes fresh, which makes it a memorable stop for Norwegian cuisine in Tromsø.
What dishes are most recommended at Full Steam Tromsø AS?
The most frequently recommended items are fish soup, whale steak or thin-cut whale, salmon, king crab, and reindeer burgers or reindeer stew. Reviewers also mention caviar as a starter, fish and chips, and desserts like chocolate lava cake, apple cake, and cheesecake.
What is the atmosphere like at Full Steam Tromsø AS?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, warm, quiet, and historic, with some reviewers also calling it trendy. It seems to work well for couples, groups, and solo diners, and several guests mention comfortable downstairs seating and friendly staff.
Is Full Steam Tromsø AS good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant sits in the mid-to-higher range for a Tromsø meal, but reviewers say it is cheaper than many fine dining places that serve king crab. Guests who ordered king crab, whale steak, and salmon felt the food quality and portion experience justified the price.
Do you need a reservation at Full Steam Tromsø AS?
Reservations are accepted, and both brunch and dinner reservations are recommended. One reviewer who arrived without a booking was seated after about 5 minutes, but that suggests the wait can be short at quieter times and longer when it is busy.
Is parking available at Full Steam Tromsø AS?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Full Steam Tromsø AS have vegetarian options?
Yes, Full Steam Tromsø AS offers vegetarian options.
Is Full Steam Tromsø AS kid-friendly?
Yes, Full Steam Tromsø AS is good for kids.