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The Burger Restaurant Industry in Arendal: Current Status and Future Perspectives
An analysis of economic trends, company structure, and development opportunities in Arendal
Executive Summary
The burger restaurant industry in Arendal constitutes a specialized segment of the broader restaurant and café sector. With a combination of local traditions and modern gastronomic offerings, the industry has proven to be an important part of the municipality's service economy. This analysis provides an overview of the industry, focusing on company structure, economic trends, and future perspectives.
Economic Overview
Economic trends for the burger restaurant industry in Arendal show dynamic development. Although specific figures for the industry are missing, data from the broader restaurant and café sector indicates variations in sales and number of employees over time. For example, sales in the broader sector increased by 16.0% from 2021 to 2022, but fell by 38.1% from 2024 to 2025. This shows some vulnerability in the sector, which may also affect burger restaurants.
Companies in the Industry
There is no available specific data on companies in the burger restaurant industry in Arendal. However, data from the broader restaurant and café sector provides an indirect picture of company structure and organizational forms. For example, data from peer companies shows that many operate as AS companies or sole proprietorships, which may also be relevant for burger restaurants.
Business Geography
There is no available detailed geographic data for the burger restaurant industry in Arendal. To get a complete picture of where activities are distributed within the municipality, local websites and municipal websites should be examined more closely. This can provide valuable information about where potential customers and competitors are located.
Business Dynamism
There is no available specific data on bankruptcy statistics for the burger restaurant industry in Arendal. However, data from peer companies in the broader sector shows that some companies have very low or no sales, which may indicate economic challenges. This can be an important consideration for entrepreneurs considering starting a burger restaurant in Arendal.
Outlook
For entrepreneurs considering starting a burger restaurant in Arendal, it is important to take into account the economic trends shown in the broader restaurant and café sector. Although the burger restaurant industry does not have specific data, general trends in the sector can indicate potential challenges and opportunities. Entrepreneurs should also carefully assess the competition and local conditions before making decisions.
Outlook for the Broader Sector
The broader restaurant and café sector in Arendal has proven to be an important part of the municipality's economy, with significant variations in sales and number of employees over time. For example, sales in the sector increased by 16.0% from 2021 to 2022, but fell by 38.1% from 2024 to 2025. This shows some vulnerability in the sector, which may also affect burger restaurants. Entrepreneurs should therefore carefully consider both the opportunities and challenges in this sector before making decisions.



Other companies in restaurant / kafé (not in burger restaurant)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendal Gro As | restaurant | Friergangen 1, 4836 Arendal | NOK 32.2M | 26 | NOK 3.1M |
| Obs Arendal Avd Kafeteria | cafe | Stoaveien, 4848 Arendal | NOK 31.3M | 10 | NOK 1.6M |
| Bonsai Sushi Arendal As | sushi restaurant | Alti Harebakken|Langsæveien 5, 4846 Arendal | NOK 5.7M | 8 | NOK 1.5M |
| Cafériet As | restaurant | Kirkegaten 5, 4836 Arendal | NOK 13.1M | 31 | NOK 1.3M |
| Poiesz Restaurant As | restaurant | Langbryggen 1, 4841 Arendal | NOK 16.4M | 48 | NOK 1.1M |
| Hong Kong Restaurant As | restaurant | Østre gate 1, 4836 Arendal | NOK 8.2M | 27 | NOK 1.1M |
| Symposium Restaurant As | restaurant | Langbryggen 7, 4841 Arendal | NOK 9.7M | 16 | NOK 1.0M |
| Arendal Servering As | restaurant | Sam Eydes plass 2, 4836 Arendal | NOK 6.1M | 17 | NOK 951.0K |
| Madam Reiersen As | restaurant | Nedre Tyholmsvei 3, 4836 Arendal | NOK 31.0M | 44 | NOK 933.0K |
| Arendal Casa Mia As | restaurant | Vesterveien 43, 4839 Arendal | NOK 5.7M | 8 | NOK 898.0K |
| Castelle | restaurant | Langbryggen 5, 4841 Arendal | NOK 33.2M | 106 | NOK 851.5K |
| Myrene Pizza As | restaurant | Kloppenebakken 12, 4847 Arendal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 659.0K |
| Espresso House Norge As Avd Arendal | coffeehouse | Vesterveien 4, 4836 Arendal | NOK 10.8M | 24 | NOK 539.1K |
| Pronto Pizza As | restaurant | Kystveien 690, 4815 Saltrød | NOK 5.1M | 4 | NOK 454.0K |
| Portalen Arendal As | restaurant | Nedre Tyholmsvei 2, 4836 Arendal | NOK 11.2M | 35 | NOK 347.0K |
| Arendal Sushi As | sushi restaurant | Vestre gate 5, 4836 Arendal | NOK 5.5M | 4 | NOK 334.0K |
| Gørr Go Mad As | cafe | Strømsbusletta 2, 4847 Arendal | NOK 3.5M | 4 | NOK 279.0K |
| Kystveien Pizza As | restaurant | Kystveien 157, 4842 Arendal | NOK 6.8M | 8 | NOK 247.0K |
| Strand Cafe As | cafe | Nedre Tyholmsvei 6, 4836 Arendal | NOK 4.4M | 22 | NOK 229.0K |
| Inkubator Resources As | restaurant | Moldfaret 2G, 4848 Arendal | NOK 238.0K | 0 | NOK 201.0K |
| Jordbærpikene Arena As | cafe | Vesterveien 4, 4836 Arendal | NOK 7.7M | 11 | NOK 123.0K |
| Solsiden Brasserie | restaurant | Langbryggen 7, 4841 Arendal | NOK 3.5M | 12 | NOK 90.5K |
| Steenhuset Arendal As | restaurant | Teaterplassen 1, 4836 Arendal | NOK 1.3M | 0 | NOK 46.0K |
| Fusion Of Asia, Htn As | restaurant | Langbryggen 11, 4841 Arendal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 21.0K |
| Al Gazzi Invest As | restaurant | Vesterveien 43, 4839 Arendal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Arendal City Pizza As | restaurant | Friergangen 4, 4836 Arendal | NOK 0 | 11 | NOK 0 |
| Burger King Arendal Avd 5066 | restaurant | Sørsvannsveien 4, 4848 Arendal | NOK 0 | 29 | NOK 0 |
| Cafè En Arendal As | restaurant | Adamshaven 22, 4824 Bjorbekk | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Cafè En Arendal As Konkursbo | restaurant | Adamshaven 22, 4824 Bjorbekk | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Cafè En As | cafe | Langsæveien 5, 4846 Arendal | NOK 0 | 18 | NOK 0 |
| Café Trippel M As | cafe | Åsbieveien 2, 4848 Arendal | NOK 0 | 9 | NOK 0 |
| Casa Mia Krøgenes As | restaurant | Kystveien 244, 4841 Arendal | NOK 0 | 7 | NOK 0 |
| Coban As | restaurant | Lomviveien 31, 4847 Arendal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Dolly Myrene As | restaurant | Myreneveien 26A, 4847 Arendal | NOK 0 | 14 | NOK 0 |
| Dp Arendal As | restaurant | Strømsbusletta 9, 4847 Arendal | NOK 0 | 13 | NOK 0 |
| Ellens Cafè As | restaurant | Skarestrand 140, 4812 Kongshavn | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Happy Gecko Krøgenes As | restaurant | Kloppenebakken 7, 4847 Arendal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Happy Time Arendal Da | restaurant | Friergangen 4, 4836 Arendal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Happy Time Pizza Og Kebab As | restaurant | Tollbodgaten 5, 4836 Arendal | NOK 0 | 6 | NOK 0 |
| His Pizza As | pizza delivery / takeaway | Tangen alle 1, 4817 His | NOK 0 | 10 | NOK 0 |
Conclusion
The burger restaurant industry in Arendal has proven to be an important part of the municipality's service economy. With a combination of local traditions and modern gastronomic offerings, the industry has proven to be an important part of the municipality's service economy. Entrepreneurs should carefully consider both the opportunities and challenges in this sector before making decisions.