Press coverage

Cornelius Seafood Restaurant

Over the years, Cornelius Seafood Restaurant has been featured in a number of renowned Norwegian and international media outlets, including articles, travel guides, and TV programs. Here we have compiled some of the most important and interesting reviews that provide an overview of how Cornelius Seafood Restaurant is viewed and described in the media.


INTERNATIONAL REVIEWS

Tasting Table – The real dining experience that inspired The Menu
International article that mentions Cornelius Seafood Restaurant as one of the restaurant experiences that inspired the film The Menu, focusing on the boat trip, the menu experience, and the overall experience.
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Esquire – The Menu Was Inspired By a Real Restaurant
English-language article describing how the Hollywood film The Menu drew inspiration from the experience at Cornelius Seafood Restaurant.
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BBC – Scandinavia with Simon Reeve (TV series)
Documentary series from the BBC in which Cornelius Seafood Restaurant is mentioned in connection with Western Norwegian food culture and travel experiences.
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Off The Map Travel – A Culinary Odyssey at Cornelius Restaurant, Bergen
International travel article describing Cornelius Seafood Restaurant as a gastronomic destination with strong links to seafood, nature, and experiences.
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Visit Bergen
Guide for international visitors that highlights Cornelius Seafood Restaurant as one of the most unique seafood experiences in Bergen.
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Fjord Tours – Cornelius Seafood Restaurant
International travel guide review of Cornelius Seafood Restaurant as a first-class seafood destination offering both boat trips and gastronomic experiences.
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NORWEGIAN REVIEWS

Dagens Næringsliv – Bergen restaurant Cornelius is the inspiration for the horror comedy The Menu
Norwegian newspaper article explaining how a visit to Cornelius Seafood Restaurant inspired the international film.
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Visit Norway – Cornelius Seafood Restaurant
Official Norwegian travel guide that describes Cornelius Seafood Restaurant as one of Norway's leading seafood restaurants.
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Visit Bergen – Seafood experience with boat trip and dinner at Cornelius
Norwegian travel guide describing Cornelius Seafood Restaurant as a complete experience with boat, seafood, and West Coast nature.
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Picolo – Norway Seafood: Alf Roald Sætre, Bergen’s Last Cowboy
International article with Norwegian connections that tells the story behind Cornelius Seafood Restaurant and its maritime cuisine.
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SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram – @corneliussjomatrestaurant
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CONTACT US

Cornelius Seafood Restaurant
Vestrepollsveien 109
5177 Bjorøyhamn

General Manager
Odd Einar Tufteland
odd.einar@cornelius-restaurant.no

Accounts
regnskap@cornelius-restaurant.no

BOOKING

For inquiries and questions regarding reservations, please contact our booking team.

booking@cornelius-restaurant.no

Phone: 56 33 48 80
(Mon-Fri 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.)

OPENING HOURS

Dinner at Holmen
Monday–Saturday:
6:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Sunday: closed

Lunch at Holmen
Summer 2026
From May 8 to August 29, 2026
we also offer lunch service
Note: Fridays and Saturdays only
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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Cornelius Seafood Restaurant has been featured in a number of national and international media outlets.

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