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What to order
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Ox Cheeks
Praised as tender, perfectly cooked, and delicious, making it one of the standout dishes in the reviews.
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Fish Soup
Described as outstanding, rich, comforting, and clearly made with care, making it a highly recommended dish.
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Reindeer Burger
Called delicious in one review, with the reviewer specifically saying it was a memorable dish worth trying.
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4
Crab Soup
Strongly recommended as 'the best I ever had,' showing it was a standout favorite among the soups mentioned.
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5
Finnbiff
Specifically loved by a reviewer, who said they absolutely loved it, making it one of the most enthusiastically recommended local dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
About Hoven Restaurant
Hoven Restaurant is a restaurant in Loen, Norway, located at the top of the mountain by the Loen Skylift. It serves lunch, dinner, brunch, dessert, and table service, with Norwegian specialties and familiar dishes such as fish soup, reindeer burger, burgers, salmon, and pasta. Reviewers consistently praise the mountain and fjord views, along with attentive service and well-prepared food. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and upscale, and reservations are recommended.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
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
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Hoven Restaurant known for?
Hoven Restaurant is best known for its mountain-top setting above Loen and the panoramic views over the fjords, which reviewers repeatedly call breathtaking and unforgettable. The standout food mentions include fish soup and the reindeer burger, both of which are highlighted alongside the scenery.
What dishes are most recommended at Hoven Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish soup, reindeer burger, ox cheeks, salmon, and crab soup, with several also praising burgers, Finnbiff, and beet salad. Desserts like the ice cream brownie and the cakes are also mentioned as strong choices, especially for finishing a meal after the gondola ride up.
What is the atmosphere like at Hoven Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, and upscale, with multiple levels, outdoor seating, and rooftop seating that make the view part of the dining experience. It suits couples, groups, solo diners, and tourists, and reviewers note that it feels comfortable for a relaxed meal without losing the scenic setting.
Is Hoven Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is kr 300–700, and reviewers describe it as pricey but worth it for the setting, service, and food quality. Several also say the prices feel fair for a mountaintop restaurant connected to the Loen Skylift experience.
Do I need a reservation at Hoven Restaurant?
Yes, reservations are recommended and accepted, and reviewers say it can fill up quickly for lunch when people come up on the gondola. If you want a table with the view, booking ahead is the safest option, especially during busy meal times.
Is parking available at Hoven Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Hoven Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Hoven Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Hoven Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Hoven Restaurant is good for kids.
