Gaffel & Karaffel serves Continental and Norwegian tapas at Øvre Holmegate 20, with sommelier-led wine and recognition from Wine Spectator in 2026.
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- Address
- Øvre Holmegate 20, 4006 Stavanger, Norway
- Phone
- +47 51 86 41 58
- Website
- gaffelogkaraffel.no
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Continental and Norwegian tapas for dinner
Continental and Norwegian tapas frames Gaffel & Karaffel as a dinner choice with local sourcing and a leisurely pace. Smart casual dress and conversational noise suit a planned evening, not a rushed meal.
Octopus Linguini with Aquavit and Lutefisk
Octopus Linguini with Aquavit, Goat Cheese and Fig Flatbread, Ocean Trout Sashimi, and Lutefisk show a menu split between familiar sharing plates and Norwegian reference points.
Øvre Holmegate wine cellar
Øvre Holmegate 20 houses a standalone restaurant in a historic building with private dining and a wine cellar. Its sommelier-led, extensive wine list has wine recognition across 2025 and 2026.
A Quick Peer Check
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaffel & Karaffel | Continental & Norwegian Tapas | $$ | Old Town (Gamle Stavanger) | |
| Fisketorget Stavanger | Fresh Norwegian Seafood | $$ | , | Vågen |
| Monella food truck | Sicilian Pizza Food Truck | $$ | , | Fiskepiren |
| Restaurant Bevaremegvel | French-inspired Norwegian | $$$ | Skagen | |
| Salon du Nord | Pub with seasonal Norwegian fare | $$ | , | Stavanger center |
| Matmagasinet | Scandinavian Bistro | $$ | Gamle Stavanger |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Star Wine List
Star Wine List
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
World's Best Wine Lists Awards WBWL 2-Star
World's Best Wine Lists Awards
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Elegant
- Low Profile Address
- Sophisticated
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- Group Dining
- Private Dining
- Wine Cellar
- Historic Building
- Standalone
- Extensive Wine List
- Sommelier Led
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 4 PM–1:30 AM
- Saturday
- 2 PM–1:30 AM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Warm and welcoming with oak-lined walls, wine-themed decor, and luxurious yet intimate setting across multiple atmospheric spaces.