Fast Food in Norway! The fast food industry in Norway. It’s not just a culinary destination for skiing and roasting marshmallows on an open fire. Norway is also home to some of the most unique and delicious fast food chains.
From Taco-Arena to Wendy’s, Norway’s got you covered with all your fast food needs. Norway is a beautiful country in Northern Europe. With roughly 5 million people, fast food chains have experienced increasing demand over the past couple of years.
The Nordic countries are said to be one of the top consumers of McDonald’s products worldwide. Despite that fact, many Norwegian fast food restaurants use ingredients not found in the typical American location (or in many other countries, for that matter).
Is there fast food in Norway?
Norway fast food restaurants serve a variety of traditional and unique cuisines. Most places such as McDonald’s, Burger King, and Subway sell their “American-style” burgers and sandwiches for between $3-$5.
Even though the price may vary from country to country, it should be noted that fast food is more expensive in Norway. This is because Norway has the highest food prices in the world. Another example of fast food chains that serve traditional Norwegian cuisine is Spanish restaurants like Taco-Arena, which offer Norwegian ingredients such as reindeer meat and whale meat.
Even though this may sound weird to some people, these items are considered delicacies for Norwegians and other people in the Nordic regions. If you’re wondering, whale meat is high in protein and low in fat. This is why it’s perfect for those who are health-conscious!
What is the most famous fast food in Norway?
There is no doubt that McDonald’s has the most restaurants per capita across Norway. If you want to try one of their special Norwegian burgers, there are several locations in Oslo alone! Another popular fast food chain is Max, which specializes in hot dogs and hamburgers cooked on a grill.
This Norwegian fast food restaurant also offers fish, fries, and pizza. Of course, there are several other popular fast food chains in Norway, such as Subway and Hot Dog Stands, yet another Max (this time a grocery store).
Not to mention all of the many traditional Norwegian restaurants that offer much cheaper Norwegian fare! If you want to try something new and delicious, look up Taco-Arena or any other unique Norwegian fast food chain.
Top 20 Most Popular Fast Food in Norway:
1. McDonald’s-Norway
The world’s largest fast food chain has 331 restaurants in Norway, placing it at number 1 on the list for most popular fast food in Norway.
The price range is between $3-$6 for a Big Mac or Quarter Pounder with Cheese. In recent times, many Norwegian McDonald’s have introduced “Norwegian” burgers to the menu. These include the Grandiosa, Lettuce & Tomato, and Bacon Clubhouse Burger.
2. Subway-Norway
Subway is another popular fast food chain in Norway, as it has a total of 159 restaurants. The price range for a footlong sub or salad bowl is between $6-$9. Subway has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menu in Norway, such as the Grandiosa and Bacon & Cheddar.
3. Burger King-Norway
The third most popular fast food chain in Norway is Burger King, which has 46 restaurants and a price range of $5.30-$9 for a Whopper, Double Whopper with Cheese and Fries. Even though they do not offer any Norwegian burgers on their menu, Burger King has introduced the Max Dog to its locations in Norway.
4. Taco-arena-Norway
This is one of our favorite places to eat in Oslo! Taco Arena has a total of 12 restaurants and a price range of $2.50-$4 for a taco and $7.90-12.30 for a burrito. Taco Arena is known for its delicious tacos filled with meat, vegetables and cheese, and their Norwegian-style hot dogs.
5. Max Hamburger-Norway
Max Hamburger has a total of 17 locations in Norway and a price range of $10-$15 for a Whopper with Cheese, Quarter Pounder with Cheese and Fries. Another Norwegian restaurant has introduced several Norwegian burgers, such as the Grandiosa with Bacon & Cheddar, Oklahoma Bacon Cheeseburger, and Bacon Cheeseburger (hotdog).
6. McDonald’s Grandiosa-Norway
The Norway branch of the world’s largest fast food chain has a total of 574 restaurants. The price range for a Grandiosa is $10-$12 for a medium and $15-$20 for a large.
In 2006, the Norway McDonald’s had introduced the Grandiosa to its Norwegian menus. It has become so popular that the Grandiosa is now sold at several locations in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland.
7. Coop Prix-Norway
Co-op Prix has a total of 29 supermarkets (they are not fast food restaurants). The price range for most items is between $3-$5, with some exceptions. Coop Prix has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menus, including the Grandiosa with Bacon & Cheddar, Oklahoma Bacon Cheeseburger, and Bacon Cheeseburger (hotdog).
8. Deli de Luca-Norway
Deli de Lucia is a popular deli/convenience store in Norway that serves sandwiches, salads, bagels, and much more. The price range for most items is between $3-$6, but you can find some cheaper items if you shop around the store! They have a total of 45 locations in Norway.
9. Pizza Hut-Norway
Pizza hut has a total of 34 restaurants in Norway. The price range for most items is between $8-$10, with some exceptions. Pizza hut has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menu, including the Grandiosa, Bacon & Cheddar, and Oklahoma Bacon Cheeseburger.
10. Obi-Norway
Obi is another fine grocery store that serves food, including sandwiches, salads, sushi, and much more. The price range for most items is between $3-$7, with some exceptions. Obi has a total of 10 locations in Norway.
11. Deli de Luca Grandiosa-Norway
Deli de Lucia is a popular deli/convenience store in Norway that serves sandwiches, salads, bagels, and much more. The price range for most items is between $3-$6! You can find some cheaper items if you shop around the store. They have a total of 45 locations in Norway.
12. Carl’s Jr-Norway
Carl’s Jr is a major U.S. fast food chain that serves hamburgers, French fries, and other items. The price range for most items is between $5-$6.50, with some exceptions.
Carl’s Jr has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menus, such as the Grandiosa Cheeseburger, Plain Burger, Texas Burger, and Bacon Cheddar Burger.
13. Deli de Luca Grandiosa-Sweden
Deli de Lucia is a popular deli/convenience store in Norway that serves sandwiches, salads, bagels, and much more. The price range for most items is between $3-$6! They have a total of 45 locations in Norway.
14. Max Hamburger Cheeseburger-Sweden
Max Hamburger is a popular fast food restaurant in Norway and Sweden that serves burgers, hot dogs, and other items.
The price range for most items is between $9 and $13, with some exceptions. Max Burger in Sweden has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menus, such as the Grandiosa Cheeseburger, Plain Burger, Texas Burger, and Bacon Cheddar Burger.
15. Coop Prix Grandiosa-Sweden
Coop Prix is a popular supermarket in Norway that serves sandwiches, salads, sushi, and much more. The price range for most items is between $3-$7, with some exceptions.
Coop Prix has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menus, such as the Grandiosa, Bacon & Cheddar, and Oklahoma Bacon Cheeseburger.
16. McDonalds Grandiosa-Sweden
The Sweden branch of the world’s largest fast food chain has a total of 582 restaurants. The price range for a Grandiosa is $8-$12, with some exceptions.
In 2006, the Norway McDonald’s had introduced the Grandiosa to its Norwegian menus. It has become so popular that the Grandiosa is now sold at several locations in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland.
17. Max Hamburger Grandiosa-Sweden
The Max hamburger restaurant has a total of 35 restaurants located in Norway and Sweden. The price range for most items is between $9-$13, with some exceptions.
Max Hamburger in Sweden has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menus, such as the Grandiosa Cheeseburger, Plain Burger, Texas Burger, and Bacon Cheddar Burger.
18. IKEA Grandiosa-Sweden
IKEA is a global furniture company that sells food at most of its locations. IKEA in Sweden has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menu, which include the Grandiosa Cheeseburger, Oklahoma Bacon Cheeseburger, and Plain Burger.
19. 7-11 Grandiosa-Sweden
This is a global convenience store that sells food at some of its locations. This store in Sweden has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menu, including the Grandiosa Cheeseburger, Plain Burger, and Bacon & Cheddar Burger.
20. Joker Grandiosa-Sweden
This is a global convenience store that sells food at some of its locations. This store in Sweden has introduced several Norwegian burgers to its menu, including the Grandiosa Cheeseburger, Plain Burger, and Bacon & Cheddar Burger.
What is the definition of fast food in Norway?
Fast food refers to items that are made quickly and served immediately. Fast food restaurants usually have quick service, limited seating, and inexpensive menus. It serves ready-to-eat food that is either self serve or is brought to the customer through a window.
Fast food was created by several factors such as urbanization, cost, time constraints, and more. Some examples of fast food restaurants are McDonald’s, Burger King, Subway, and more!
Which are the leading brands in Fast Food in Norway?
In Norway, the leading fast food brands are Burger King and McDonald’s. The major reason for their success is that they target cheap meals which most Norwegians can afford (a Big Mac meal costs $14). Other American fast food chains such as Carl’s Jr, Deli de Luca, and Grandiose have emerged over time and are popular.
The Bottom Line
Have you been to Norway? I was there last week, and the one thing that surprised me was how much fast food in Norway. It seems like a paradoxical situation because of all the health-conscious folks living in this country, but it’s true!
The only exception is the little kiosks selling hot dogs for kroner 20. Otherwise, burgers at gas stations go for about 60kr (about $9). Weird right? Anyway, if you have any questions or want more information on my experience, please comment below.
