Enhjørningen (The Unicorn)

Enhjørningen, known in English as The Unicorn, is a fish and shellfish restaurant in a historic merchant house at Enhjørningsgården 29 on Bryggen, the old Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Vestland, Norway. The building belongs to the wharf's traditional timber architecture, and the restaurant operates seasonally, typically from late April to late December, so winter visitors should check before planning a visit.

The menu is a la carte and built around fresh fish and shellfish, reflecting Bergen's long identity as a fishing and trading port. Diners choose from a changing selection of seafood dishes rather than a fixed tasting sequence, which allows both a single main course and a fuller multi-course meal. Because the offering follows the catch, specific dishes vary, and the fresh fish and shellfish a la carte selection is the heart of the restaurant.

The interior carries the character of the merchant house: low ceilings, old timber and a warm, atmospheric feel. The mood is relaxed but a step above casual, and dress is typically smart-casual. Noise is moderate, and the setting suits couples and small groups looking for a distinctly Bergen evening. Service is generally evenings from about 16:00 and the restaurant is closed on Sundays, though visitors should verify current hours at enhjorningen.no.

Prices run roughly 450 to 900 NOK per person (about $47 to $94), which is upper mid-range for the Bryggen waterfront. Reservations are recommended, especially in July and August when the wharf area is at its busiest; the restaurant can be reached on +47 55 30 69 50 and through its website at www.enhjorningen.no. A shorter operating season and a modest number of tables mean that summer evenings can sell out, so booking a few days to a week ahead is sensible. Guests with allergies to shellfish or fish should raise them when reserving, as the menu is seafood-led.