FAQs

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General Questions
Palmehaven
Brasserie Britannia
Vinbaren
Britannia Bar
Jonathan Grill
Speilsalen

DO YOU HAVE VEGETARIAN/VEGAN ALTERNATIVES?

Yes, all our restaurant concepts offer vegetarian or vegan options. Please note that some of our restaurant concepts do require notice in advance on allergies or diet preferences.

HOW CAN I CANCEL OR CHANGE MY RESERVATION IN THE RESTURANTS?

You can either follow the link in the email confirmation to cancel your reservation or contact us directly by phone or email. To make other changes, please contact the restaurant directly. Contact information can be found on the restaurants' individual landing page here.

CAN I MODIFY OR CANCEL MY ROOM RESERVATION?

Yes, provided that your reservation and the applicable booking conditions allow it. Changes are subject to availability. Non-refundable reservations cannot normally be changed or cancelled. The applicable terms can be found in your booking confirmation and in our Terms & Conditions.

WHEN IS AFTERNOON TEA IN PALMEHAVEN SERVED?

We serve Afternoon Tea on Saturdays and Sundays. During holidays, Afternoon Tea may be served on extras days during the week. For exact opening hours and dates, please see refer to our website.

WHAT IS THE PRICE OF AFTERNOON TEA?

On our website there are always up-to-date prices, and you can find them here.

DO YOU FACILITATE FOR ALLERGIES FOR THE AFTERNOON TEA?

If you have any allergies or intolerances, please let us know 48 hours in advance of your reservation so we can make arrangements. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate diets (with the exception of diabetes, vegetarian and vegan). Allergens are also stated in our menus.

WHAT DO YOU SERVE AT AFTERNOON TEA?

Our seasonal menu for Afternoon Tea can be found here.

DO YOU HAVE YOUR OWN MENU FOR CHILDREN FOR AFTERNOON TEA?

Yes, we welcome our younger guests to Palmehaven! The children’s menu can be found here.

WHEN DO YOU OPEN FOR TABLE RESERVATIONS FOR 17TH MAY?

We open for reservations for Norwegian National Day (17th May) in February. Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest information.

CAN I EAT BREAKFAST WITHOUT STAYING AT THE HOTEL?

Breakfast in Palmehaven is also available for non-resident guests, and you need to reserve a table in advance. Breakfast can be booked here. Make your booking here.

HOW MUCH DOES BREAKFAST COST AT THE HOTEL?

On our website there are always up-to-date prices, and you can find them here.

CAN YOU ORDER DINNER IN PALMEHAVEN?

Palmehaven is open for dinner during selected periods throughout the year, including Artist in Residence concerts and seasonal events. We also welcome private parties and celebrations. Visit the Palmehaven page for upcoming dinner dates, or explore our Culture Calendar for Artist in Residence concerts and other events.

For private functions, send an email to booking@britannia.no

WHEN DOES CHRISTMAS LUNCH START?

Information will appear on our website. Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest information.

HOW MUCH DOES CHRISTMAS LUNCH COST?

Information will appear on our website. Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest information.

IS THERE A DRESSCODE IN PALMEHAVEN?

We recommend that our guests dress “smart casual” - for example nice pants and a shirt, blouse or blazer. We do not accept gym clothes, work uniforms, bathrobes, short trousers or flip-flops in Palmehaven.

WHAT KIND OF FOOD DO YOU SERVE IN THE BRASSERIE?

As Head Chef Håvard Werkland puts it:

«At Brasserie Britannia, we like to shake things up. The restaurant might be rooted in French cuisine, but we serve the classics with a playful twist. Our chefs are encouraged to have fun in the kitchen, creating flavours that might surprise you. The vibe is lively, playful and informal – just the way we like it.»

- Håvard Werkland


HOW MANY GUESTS IS THERE ROOM FOR IN THE BRASSERIE?

Brasserie can seat up to 84 guests in one seating.

DO YOU OFFER A CHAMBRE SÉPARÉE OR PRIVATE DINING ROOMS AT BRASSERIE BRITANNIA?

Brasserie is an open restaurant with no Chambre Separee available, and doesn't have any closed rooms. For questions or more info about private parties/events – please contact our booking department; booking@britannia.no or call +47 73 800 800.

S IT POSSIBLE TO RENT BRASSERIE BRITANNIA FOR PRIVATE EVENTS?

Of course! If you like to reserve the whole restaurant for a closed party on a specific day and/or time do not hesitate to get in touch with us for a proposal on price. We recommend parties between 50-84 people when hiring the full Brasserie. Contact us on Brasserie@britannia.no

DO WE HAVE TO PRE-ORDER FOOD FOR LARGER GROUPS?

We recommend groups of 12 people or more to pre-order food. This way, we can make sure that all diatery requests, allergies and such are taken good care of upon arrival.

DO I NEED TO BOOK A TABLE AT VINBAREN?

We always recommend booking a table in Vinbaren. During busy periods we will prioritise staying guests if you have not pre-booked a table. Table reservations can be made on our website.

IS THERE A DRESS CODE AT VINBAREN?

Yes. We recommend that our guests dress “smart casual” - for example nice pants and a shirt, blouse or blazer. We do not accept gym clothes, work uniforms, bathrobes, short pants or flip-flops in Vinbaren.

DO YOU SERVE FOOD AT VINBAREN?

Yes. We have small but specialised selection of small dishes, snacks, cheese and charcuterie. Our full menu is available on our website.

DO YOU SERVE DRINKS OTHER THAN WINE?

In addition to our enormous selection of wine, we specialise in Champagne and wine based cocktails created by our award winning Bar Manager, Øyvind Lindgjerdet.

DO YOU OFFER WINE TASTINGS AND WINE COURSES?

Yes, we offer seminars and tastings tailored to your preferences. Send us an e-mail at vinbaren@britannia.no to explore your options.

CAN I BOOK VINBAREN FOR A PRIVATE EVENT?

Yes! Send us an e-mail at vinbaren@britannia.no to explore your options.

DO I NEED TO BOOK A TABLE AT BRITANNIA BAR?

As a rule of thumb we always recommend booking a table in Britannia Bar. During busy periods we will prioritise staying guests if you have not pre-booked a table. Table reservations can be made on our website.

IS THERE A DRESS CODE AT BRITANNIA BAR?

Yes. We recommend that our guests dress “smart casual” or “business casual” - for example nice pants and a shirt, blouse or blazer, or dress up in a suit or dress. We do not accept gym clothes, work uniforms, bathrobes, short pants or flip-flops in Britannia Bar.

DO YOU SERVE FOOD AT BRITANNIA BAR?

Yes. We have small but specialized selection of small dishes, snacks, cakes and caviar. We serve from our lunch menu until 3pm and from our evening menu until 11pm every day. Updated opening times and current menus are available on our website.

WHAT TYPES OF DRINKS DO YOU SERVE AT BRITANNIA BAR?

Britannia Bar is the hotel’s classic cocktail bar where we specialise in classic cocktails and our award winning signature cocktails, created by our Bar Manager Øyvind Lindgjerdet. We also offer a wide selection of high end spirits from all over the world, in addition to wine, beer and coffee.

CAN I BOOK BRITANNIA BAR FOR A PRIVATE EVENT?

No. Britannia Bar is always open to our staying guests. However, Vinbaren is available for booking private functions and there are private rooms adjacent to Britannia Bar. Send us an e-mail at vinbaren@britannia.no to explore your options.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN JONATHAN STEAKHOUSE AND JONATHAN GRILLTABLE?

Jonathan Steakhouse is the part of the restaurant where our chefs prepare and cook all the food for you. At the Jonathan Grill section, you have the pleasure of grilling the meat yourself on our specially made Japanese grills.

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN SIT AT THE TABLES IN OUR GRILL SECTION?

Unfortunately, our grill tables are not movable so it is not possible to get more than eight people at one table, but the tables are not far from each other so we can arrange for larger groups as well.

WHEN DO TABLE RESERVATIONS OPEN FOR BOOKING?

Speilsalen is bookable up to three months in advance. However, it is possible to book further in advance with the overnight package.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE CHEF'S TABLE AND THE DINING ROOM EXPERIENCE?

Chef’s Table is a shared dining experience, sat up close to the action in front of the kitchen. The table seats up to six diners, and seating time is 8pm each evening.

The guests are seated in front of where the chefs do their work and they are very happy to answer passionate diners’ questions.

Chef's Table is a set experience where both food and beverages are pre-ordered. Here you will be served our dinner menu, a glass of champagne upon arrival, wine package or alcohol-free juice paring, mineral water and coffee or tea.

A reservation in Dining Room gives you a traditional private round table experience. Diners receive the same dinner menu as the Chef’s Table, and it is possible to add items from the caviar bar and order beverages and drink pairing on arrival.

CAN HOTEL GUESTS BOOK A TABLE AT SPEILSALEN BEFORE RESERVATIONS OPEN ONLINE?

If you want to secure a table reservation for a specific date we have different hotel packages with dinner in the Speilsalen that can be reserved.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO BOOK SPEILSALEN FOR AN EXCLUSIVE EVENT?

Yes, you can book Speilsalen for a closed event.

Maximum capacity for closed events in Speilsalen is 45 people. Contact booking@speilsalen.no for further information.

DO YOU ACCOMMODATE DIETARY REQUIREMENTS AND ALLERGIES?

If you have any allergies or intolerances, please let us know two weeks in advance of your reservation so we can make arrangements. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate diets (with the exception of vegetarian and vegan). Allergens are also stated in our menus.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE DINNER MENU?

Speilsalen serves exclusively one tasting menu, with 12-16 servings. On our website you will always find the seasonal menu, Grand Symphony. The courses for the dinner menu are listed under “Act 2" and "Act 3".

If you want to start the evening with caviar from our Caviar Bar and other beverages, you will find a selection of this under "Act 1". Extra orders from "Act 1" will be added to the bill in addition to the dinner menu.