The Irish pub, Bryggerie, Nordkappgate 1 (tel. 78-47-26-00), attracts a varied crowd of patrons who drink endless mugs of beer or listen to recorded music when not conversing. This is one of the world's northernmost microbreweries, and you can sample the homemade brews: Oleanton and Oleanton Christmas. Pizzas and light snacks are available. It's open Monday to Thursday 10am to midnight, Friday and Saturday 10am to 2am, and Sunday 6pm to midnight (closed Sun in winter).

The competitor is Norden Pub, Larsfjorda 1 (tel. 78-47-27-11), a maritime-styled pub and also the leading soccer pub in town. Patrons range in age from 25 to 50. Music, ranging from regional music to Elvis, is live 1 night a week during the summer. Pizza is the snack of choice here. It's open Monday to Thursday 6pm to midnight, Friday and Saturday noon to 2am, and Sunday noon to midnight (closed Mon in winter).

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