Welcome to Senja by Heart

Experience the essence of North Norwegian food culture at Senja by Heart, where each dish is a loving tribute to Senja’s local ingredients and spectacular landscapes.

 

"Classic Nordic cuisine with a twist of Senja"

Deep inside the fjord, in the heart of the spectacular landscape of Senja, you’ll find our passionate tribute to the North Norwegian food culture, our restaurant, Senja by Heart. We are proud to offer a culinary experience that reflects the soul of this unique island, deeply rooted in our love for local ingredients.

Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat; it’s also a creative meeting place where we showcase passion and dedication to seasonal ingredients. As our wonderful guests have described on TripAdvisor, our dishes are “a flavorful odyssey through Senja’s landscape,” and that “each meal is a celebration of North Norwegian culture and food traditions.”

We work closely with local farmers, fishermen, and producers to ensure that our dishes are always made with the best ingredients that Senja has to offer.

As one of our Google reviewers so aptly puts it, our dishes are “a true taste experience that takes you on a journey through Senja’s nature and flavors.”

Our atmosphere is characterized by the tranquility of the mountains and the roaring sound of the sea surrounding us. Every detail in our intimate, Nordic-inspired venue is carefully crafted to give you a warm and welcoming experience. Whether you visit us for a romantic dinner for two or a joyous gathering with friends and family, we want to share our passion for Senja and North Norwegian food with you.

Let us treat you to an exceptional culinary journey exploring the deep flavors and authentic ingredients that Senja has to offer. Welcome to Senja by Heart, where food is made with the heart and served with love.

To guarantee availability with us we recommend table reservations. As we are a smaller restaurant, we only have the opportunity to accommodate larger groups (8 and over) with pre-order of group menu, contact us at restaurant@senjabyheart.no and we will find out!

Welcome to the table!

MENU

SNACK

Fried Cod with Ponzu mayo 150,-

Brioche bread with Salmon and Boknafisk Spread 130,-

(Fish, Egg, Milk, Sulfites, Gluten)

STARTER

Skagen Toast 220,-

Brioche bread | Brown Butter | Salmon & Shrimps | Herbs Mayo

(Fish, Gluten, Sulfites, Egg, Milk, Shellfish)

Scandinavian Bouillabaisse 210,-

Prawns | Salmon | White Fish | Tarragon Oil

(Milk, Sulfites, Shellfish)

Whale Carpaccio 240,-

Pickled Shallots | Cauliflower | Parsley | Bulgur

(Fish, Sulfites, Gluten)

Salmon of Wilsgård 240,-

Cucumber & Grannie Smith Apple | Herb Salad

(Fish, Sulfites)

Cod Tongues au beurre noisette 260,-

Mash potato | Capers & smoked paprika

(Fish, Milk, Sulfites)

Jerusalem Artichoke 180,-

Jus | Puffed Bulgur

MAIN COURSE

Reindeer 310,-

Broccolini | Mash Potato | Jus & beetroot

(Sulfites, Milk)

Wilsgard Skin Seared Salmon 340,-

Asparagus | Amadine Potato | Egg Mimosa | Hollandaise

(Sulfites, Eggs)

Catch of the Day 340,-

Daily the chef goes to the harbour to select the best fish

Mashed Potato | Seasonal Vegetables | Bisque Sauce

(Milk, Fish, Shellfish)

Cod Tongues au beurre noisette 360,-

Mash potato | Capers & smoked paprika

(Fish, Milk, Sulfites)

Scandinavian Bouillabaisse 300,-

Prawns | Salmon | White Fish | Tarragon Oil

(Milk, Sulfites, Shellfish)

DESSERT

Local Honey Ice Cream with Pickled Strawberries 130,-

(Egg, Milk)

Chocolat Moulleux with Vanilla Ice Cream 140,-

(Milk, Gluten, Egg)

Raspberry Sorbet 125,-

Pistachio Ice Cream 100,-

Join our beer and wine tasting

We can offer beer tasting at various levels of depth, from a quick introduction to our locally brewed delights, to a more comprehensive tasting session that takes you on a journey through several exciting drinking styles and the processes behind them.

We also offer a variety of different wine events, which can be tailored to your interests. From casual tastings to more elaborate sessions where we can focus on specific regions or styles, as well as an introduction to the world of orange wine, which is quickly becoming trendy in the culinary world!