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Bedehuset

Bedehuset is a restaurant housed in a former prayer house dating from 1875, next to the historic Herregården manor house in central Larvik. It serves lunch, dinner and pizza, with dishes ranging from sandwiches and burgers to fish, seafood, vegetarian and vegan options. The historic building provides a distinctive setting for relaxed dining.

Lunch, dinner and pizza
Bedehuset offers separate lunch and dinner menus, along with a selection of white and red pizzas. Dishes include fish soup, mussels, burgers and sharing plates. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, as well as a separate selection for children. The menu may change throughout the year. Visit the restaurant's website for current dishes, prices and allergen information.

Historic surroundings and outdoor dining
The former prayer house has been transformed into a restaurant while retaining its historic character. During the summer, guests can dine outside beneath the pergola on the terrace. It is a welcoming setting for lunch in town or a longer dinner with family and friends.

Groups and private celebrations
Bedehuset also hosts birthday celebrations, confirmations and corporate gatherings. Dedicated group and event menus are available, with dining arrangements agreed in advance according to the occasion and group size.
For parties of more than eight people, reservations must be requested by email.

Opening hours and reservations
Bedehuset is normally open Monday to Thursday from 4 pm to 10 pm, Friday from 12 noon to 11 pm and Saturday from 12 noon to midnight. The restaurant is closed on Sundays. The kitchen closes at 9 pm on all opening days.

Online reservations are available until 12 noon for visits on the same day. After this time, reservations must be made by phone or email.

An age limit of 20 applies during evenings and weekends to guests visiting without a parent or guardian. Children and younger guests accompanied by adults are welcome.

 

Restaurant Njord

Restaurant Njord is located at RS Noatun and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu follows the seasons and features Nordic flavours inspired by the sea and the surrounding landscape.

For lunch, you can choose from salads, open sandwiches and hot dishes. In the evening, the restaurant serves à la carte dishes and seasonal menus. During summer, the terrace overlooking the fjord is open.

Groups and events
Restaurant Njord can be reserved for groups, private events and other occasions. On Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant is reserved for group bookings.

See the current menu and opening hours or book a table at Restaurant Njord.

Big Ben Pub

Big Ben Pub is an English-style pub on the main square in central Tønsberg, with its own dining area, outdoor seating and live music at weekends. Stop by for pizza or light dishes, meet friends and enjoy an evening of entertainment in a historic building that has housed the pub since 1991.

Pizza and casual dining
Big Ben has its own kitchen serving Italian-style pizza and light dishes. The dining area seats around 30 guests, and tables can be reserved by phone. The menu may change, so check Big Ben's website for current dishes, prices and allergen information.

During summer, the pub opens its spacious outdoor seating area facing Tønsberg's main square, right in the middle of the town centre.

Live music and entertainment
Weekends at Big Ben feature live music, troubadour performances and DJ events. The programme varies, so check the pub's own channels for upcoming events.

A pub with an unusual history
Big Ben is housed in the historic building with the old fire hose tower on Tønsberg's main square. The site previously housed a fire station and police station, with the building constructed on the ruins of St Mary's Church towards the end of the 19th century.
The former prison cells remain part of the building. Today, they serve as the pub's toilets, with the original barred windows recalling their former use.

Groups and private events
Big Ben welcomes small private gatherings of approximately 10 to 30 people, including birthdays and social events with friends or colleagues. Contact the pub in advance to discuss the venue and dining arrangements.

Opening hours and reservations
The pub is normally open throughout the week, with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays. The dining area has separate serving hours, opening from 4 pm Tuesday to Saturday. Sunday food service should be confirmed directly with the pub.

To reserve a table, call +47 33 31 26 56. For private events, you can also email bigben@torvet-1.no

Brodr. Berggren seafood – catering

The location of Brødrene Berggren is central – in the middle of the harbour in Sandefjord. A rich selection of fish and other seafood is offered here, with the main emphasis on the local short-traveled food; – what the fishermen at their three receptions have caught.

In the production, fillets are cut by hand so that the quality of the fish is maintained in the best possible way. Brødrene Berggren have their own smokehouse, where all the smoked fish you find in the shop is produced the old-fashioned way.

You can order food for an event, such as shellfish table, seafood table, herring table and other temptations. See the menu on Brødrene Berggren's website.

Brødrene Berggren's highest wish is to give all customers a good shopping experience, followed by a good dining experience!

The building also houses the restaurant Brygga 11, a well-renowned seafood-restaurant, owned by Geir Skeie – the winner of Bocuse d'Or 2009.

Portraits of honorary citizens

The artworks are comossoned by ByLab, Culture Sports and leisure, and Area plan in Larvik municipality. In addition to Sparebankstiftelsen DNB, the business community in Larvik has contributed to the project.

Ingvar Ambjørnsen – Parking lot by Oskars gate by the town square. 

Carl Nesjar – At the bottom of Kongegata behind the Farris factory 

Arne Nordheim – Parking lot by Nedre Torggate. 

Thor Heyerdahl –  Was demolished in connection to building the new Grandkvartalet. The new artwork can be found at Quality Hotel Grand Larvik.

Antonio Bibalo – Parking lot at the top of Bøkestredet, Øvre Bøkeligate. (The mural was painted over in the summer of 2024 due to poor condition , and construction plans. The artists hope to have the opportunity to paint Bibalo elsewhere in the town).

Røde Kors Sentrene, Eidene

Norwegian Red Cross Centres – Eidene is located on Tjøme in Færder municipality and offers meeting and conference facilities for businesses, organisations and groups. Meetings, conferences and corporate kick-off events can be combined with catering, accommodation and activities across a 55-hectare property featuring forests, beaches and rocky coastal scenery.

Meeting and Conference Facilities on Tjøme
Eidene offers several meeting rooms and conference facilities for groups of different sizes. The largest conference hall, Store Færder, accommodates up to 160 people and has four adjoining breakout rooms.

Malerstua accommodates up to 60 people, while Nye Sjøstua has capacity for 30. Several smaller meeting rooms are also available. All meeting facilities offer wireless internet access and audiovisual equipment.

Conferences with Accommodation
Eidene accommodates both day meetings and multi-day conferences. Catering can be tailored to each event, including lunch, refreshments and meals throughout the stay.

The centre offers 185 beds across 88 rooms in the main building and several accommodation buildings. The new Søndre building, completed in 2025, features 26 rooms with private bathrooms.

Corporate Kick-offs and Team Building
Businesses can combine professional gatherings with activities designed to encourage teamwork and collaboration. Eidene offers group challenges, team competitions and outdoor experiences in the surrounding forests and coastal areas.

After the activities, groups can enjoy dinner in Vikingstua, where the fireplace and rustic surroundings provide a relaxed setting for socialising.

Catering and Corporate Events
Eidene provides catering for meetings, courses, conferences and other corporate events. Businesses can arrange day meetings, company celebrations and Christmas parties, with opportunities to combine dining with activities and overnight stays.

A Conference Stay with a Purpose
Eidene is part of Røde Kors Sentrene AS, owned by the Norwegian Red Cross. Revenue from events and accommodation helps support the centre's humanitarian work.

For information about conference facilities, prices and bookings, visit Norwegian Red Cross Centres – Eidene.

Eidene

Eidene is located on Tjøme in Færder municipality and offers event venues and catering for private celebrations and corporate events. The venue hosts weddings, confirmations, anniversaries, company parties and Christmas celebrations, with opportunities to combine your event with activities and accommodation.

Event Venues on Tjøme
Eidene offers several venues of different sizes and styles. Gamlehuset is a historic timber building dating back to 1720, while Sjøstua features a fireplace and provides a welcoming setting for smaller gatherings. Furusund is a spacious venue suitable for larger events, and Sjøbua is located by the waterfront, overlooking the sea.
Vikingstua and Bålstua offer rustic surroundings with fireplaces, while Eidene Beach provides opportunities for outdoor dining in a coastal setting.

Christmas Parties and Corporate Events
Eidene hosts Christmas parties, company celebrations and other corporate gatherings. Colleagues can come together for a shared meal, with the option to combine the event with activities, meetings or an overnight stay.
Contact Eidene for information about seasonal Christmas menus and venue availability.

Catering for Private and Corporate Events
Eidene provides catering for private celebrations and business events. The menu includes tapas, cold buffets, seafood and a selection of hot dishes.
Catering is available for weddings, confirmations, anniversaries and corporate gatherings. Delivery is offered on Tjøme and to surrounding areas by arrangement.

See Eidene's 2026 catering menu for available dishes and prices.

Meetings and Conferences
Eidene also offers meeting and conference facilities for businesses and groups. Meetings and professional gatherings can be combined with catering, activities and accommodation.

Part of the Norwegian Red Cross
Eidene is part of Røde Kors Sentrene AS, owned by the Norwegian Red Cross. Revenue from events and overnight stays helps support the centres' humanitarian activities.

For more information and bookings, visit Norwegian Red Cross – Eidene.

Stokke Bygdetun

Stokke Bygdetun offers two venues for meetings and parties for up to 60 people. Up to 60 people in the barn and 30 people in Bryggerhuset. 

Prices and more info on the website!

For reservations and questions, please contact Stokke Bygdetun by e-mail: post@stokkebygdetun.no

For other questions, contact Signe Elise Hultgren by e-mail or phone +47 950 11 845 during office hours.