There are surprisingly few restaurants to choose from in the Hvaler Archipelago. You’ll find all five options listed below. Please note that with the exception of the last restaurant, all venues are located on Kirkeøy.

- Hvaler Gjestgiveri : One of the best restaurants in the archipelago, serving locally-sourced food in lovely rustic surrounds. Extensive wine list. Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 69 37 82 00, http://hvaler-gjestgiveri.no

- Sandbrekke Gjestegård: Traditional restaurant also showcasing local ingredients (Sandbrekke Gjestegård is a member of Regional Matkultur Østfold). Outdoor sitting in big garden in summer. Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 69 37 94 27, www.sandbrekke.no

- Vertshuset Skjærhalden: Right on the main square in Skjærhalden, you can’t miss this informal restaurant, popular for its pizzas and its sunday buffet. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Under kollen, Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 69 37 95 03, vertshus.net

- Første Reis: Relatively new in Skjærhalden (Første Reis opened in June 2009), this more upmarket restaurant specialises in seafood. Great location with outdoor sitting right by the water. Under Kollen, Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 91 91 77 33, www.forste-reis.no

- Havkatten: Maritime-themed restaurant offering seafood and outdoor seating by the guest harbour. Ødegårdskilen, Vesterøy. Tel: 69 37 70 90.