Straand Hotel
Travel time: approx. 5–10 minutes by car
Located on the shore of Lake Vråvatn, Straand Hotel was founded in 1864 and remains family-owned. Inside, warm wooden interiors and a cozy lounge invite you to relax; outside, a panoramic terrace offers views of the rippling water. The kitchen combines modern quality with regional tradition — from hearty game dishes to fish and beef, all carefully prepared. 

Vrådal Panorama
Travel time: approx. 5–10 minutes by car
Located at the base of the ski slope, and only open during the winter season when the slopes are active. Panorama serves hearty lunches during the day, with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The chef also uses fish he catches in summer and freezes for winter service. The bar often opens in the afternoon and stays open late during the winter months or weekends — a relaxed spot for a beer, wine, or cocktail after a cold day. With its cozy ambiance, this is a favorite high-altitude hangout.

Handelslaget Café
Travel time: approx. 5–10 minutes by car
Located in the heart of Vrådal, this intimate village café offers a cozy, homely vibe. Fresh coffee, homemade treats, and light lunch options with local ingredients fill the space. Guests immediately feel welcome, as if joining a local friend for a break. Ideal for a relaxing pause between outdoor activities.

Bjaaland Bygderestaurant
Travel time: approx. 30 minutes by car
Tucked inside the former Olav Bjaaland Museum in Morgedal, this restaurant combines history with culinary enjoyment. Taste dishes made from mountain lake fish, local game, and organic vegetables — all in an intimate setting. The atmosphere is relaxed and personal, like a home-style dinner among friends, enriched with local stories and traditions.

Nutheim Gjestgiveri
Travel time: approx. 45 minutes by car
Located in Flatdal, this classic guesthouse has exuded warmth and craftsmanship since 1917. Beneath ancient wooden beams, guests enjoy stews made with local game, fresh bread, and homemade desserts. The flavors of the past are present in every dish, served in an atmosphere that feels like home. Always welcoming, always cozy.

Dalen Hotel – Restaurant Bandak
Travel time: approx. 50 minutes by car
Just outside Vrådal, along the Telemark Canal, lies the fairytale-like wooden Dalen Hotel (1894). Restaurant Bandak offers an elegant ambiance, blending French cuisine classics with local fish and regional game. Even if you visit just for the afternoon lounge: this place breathes style and history — perfect for a refined outing or festive evening.

Restaurant Under
Travel time: approx. 3.5 hours by car from Vrådal (easily accessible after arriving in Kristiansand)
For those arriving by plane or ferry in Kristiansand, Under makes for a remarkable culinary stop. This restaurant is built underwater, with large windows revealing marine life as you dine. The kitchen focuses on refined seafood and fish from local waters, served in an enchanting underwater setting. Architecturally striking and gastronomically stunning — an unforgettable experience.

ASGK Catering
Travel time: from your holiday home in Vrådal
Don’t feel like going out? ASGK brings a private chef right to your doorstep. Enjoy delicious, freshly prepared dishes, professionally served and fully taken care of — from cooking to cleanup. Experience high-quality dining in the comfort of your own vacation space, without any hassle.

Boen Gård
Travel time: approx. 2 hours 15 minutes by car (via Kristiansand)
Along the route to and from Kristiansand lies this idyllic estate. Here, you're immersed in a true farm-to-table experience with homegrown produce: vegetables, herbs, meat, and fish. Enjoy the rural atmosphere and culinary simplicity, indoors or outdoors, with attention to detail — the perfect gourmet stopover for travelers.

Of je nu kiest voor een kort ritje of een culinaire ontdekkingstocht: deze negen restaurants rondom Vrådal bieden elk hun eigen verhaal, sfeer en smaaksensatie. Van robuuste, lokale rijkdom tot architectonisch gedurfde verrassingen — smaken, verhalen en beleving komen samen in elke maaltijd.