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The Burger Restaurant Industry in Kongsvinger: Current Situation and Future Opportunities
An analysis of the industry, companies, and development trends in Kongsvinger municipality in Innlandet county.
Executive Summary
The burger restaurant industry in Kongsvinger is part of the broader restaurant/café sector, which has shown variation in both sales and number of employees over time. Although specific data for burger restaurants in the municipality is not available, the broader sector indicates a dynamically evolving market with both increases and decreases in different periods. This may suggest a competitive, yet unstable industry, especially after influences such as pandemics and economic fluctuations.
For entrepreneurs and local decision-makers, it is important to be aware of the overall trends in the restaurant sector, as well as potential development opportunities in a specific niche such as burger restaurants. SmartGrunder can help explore potential locations in Kongsvinger where nature and infrastructure can support a new burger restaurant.
Economic Overview
There is no available specific data on sales and number of employees in burger restaurants in Kongsvinger. The broader restaurant/café sector, however, shows a complex development over time, with both increases and decreases. For example, sales increased by 5.3% from 2016 to 2017, but fell by 12.9% from 2019 to 2020, which can be linked to external factors such as the pandemic.
The number of employees in the broader sector increased from 117 in 2018 to 192 in 2022, before beginning to decline again. This shows a certain degree of fluctuation in the labor market within the sector. For burger restaurants in Kongsvinger, this may indicate a potential, yet uncertain market position.
Companies in the Industry
There is no available specific information on companies in the burger restaurant industry in Kongsvinger. The broader restaurant/café sector, however, includes 19 companies, covering a range of subcategories such as sushi restaurants, cafés, and traditional restaurants. This shows that the sector is diversified, but it is not possible to identify specific burger restaurants in the data.
For entrepreneurs, this may indicate a competitive market opportunity, but also a need for precise market analysis to identify potential places for a new burger restaurant.
Business Geography
There is no available specific data on the distribution of burger restaurants in different neighborhoods or locations in Kongsvinger. The broader restaurant/café sector, however, has companies distributed across several addresses in the municipality, such as Rådhusplassen, Glommengata, and Brugata. This suggests that the restaurant sector is geographically well spread, but it is not possible to provide a detailed overview for burger restaurants specifically.
Business Dynamism
There is no available specific data on bankruptcy or company dynamics for burger restaurants in Kongsvinger. The broader restaurant/café sector, however, has several companies with zero sales and employees, which may indicate a certain degree of instability in the sector. For example, companies such as Etcetera Norway As and Food4you As have recorded zero sales and employees, which may indicate bankruptcy or closure.
For entrepreneurs, this may be a warning that the sector can be risky, but also an opportunity to fill empty market spaces in a competitive industry.
Outlook
The outlook for burger restaurants in Kongsvinger is uncertain due to the lack of specific data. The broader restaurant/café sector, however, shows a certain degree of stability in some periods, which may indicate potential opportunities for a new burger restaurant. Entrepreneurs should consider exploring market needs and competitive solutions in the municipality, as well as assessing infrastructure and location.
SmartGrunder can help identify potential locations in Kongsvinger where nature and infrastructure can support a new burger restaurant, especially in areas with high population density or tourist activity.
Outlook for the Broader Sector
The broader restaurant/café sector in Kongsvinger has shown a complex development over time, with both increases and decreases in sales and number of employees. For example, sales increased from 2016 to 2017, but fell by 12.9% from 2019 to 2020. This can be linked to external factors such as the pandemic and economic fluctuations.
The number of employees increased from 117 in 2018 to 192 in 2022, before beginning to decline again. This shows a certain degree of fluctuation in the labor market within the sector. For burger restaurants in Kongsvinger, this may indicate a potential, yet uncertain market position.
The table below shows some of the key companies in the broader sector, along with their sales, employees, and EBITDA:
| Name | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manis As | Rådhusplassen 9, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 17.9M | 23 | NOK 1.2M |
| Cuvy As | Brugata 4, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 9.7M | 14 | NOK 1.0M |
| Cafè Venner & Kos As | Brugata 15, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 6.6M | 8 | NOK 712.0K |
| Etcetera Norway As | Glommengata 69, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Food4you As | Glommengata 19, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 15 | NOK 0 |
This shows that the sector has both successful and weak companies, which can be a challenge for entrepreneurs wishing to establish themselves in the area.



Other companies in restaurant / kafé (not in burger restaurant)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manis As | restaurant | Rådhusplassen 9, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 17.9M | 23 | NOK 1.2M |
| Cuvy As | sushi restaurant | Brugata 4, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 9.7M | 14 | NOK 1.0M |
| Cafè Venner & Kos As | restaurant | Brugata 15, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 6.6M | 8 | NOK 712.0K |
| Etcetera Norway As | restaurant | Glommengata 69, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Etcetera Norway As Konkursbo | restaurant | Lensmann Jahnsens veg 6B, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Food4you As | restaurant | Glommengata 19, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 15 | NOK 0 |
| Maistro As | restaurant | Storgata 30, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 13 | NOK 0 |
| Mgd As | restaurant | Glommengata 29, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 11 | NOK 0 |
| Moens Mat Og Drikke As Konkursbo | restaurant | c/o Roy-Arne Moen|Odins veg 27, 2214 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Orada Johnsen Thaimat | restaurant | Digerudvegen 2, 2208 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Pizzaria Palermo As Konkursbo | restaurant | Brugata 15, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Smak Av Thailand Ans | asian restaurant | Dagny Juels veg 4, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Vingeriet As | cafe | Storgata 13, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Wanwan Sushi Zhou | sushi restaurant | Digerudvegen 1, 2208 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Wanwan Sushi Zhou | sushi restaurant | Digerudvegen 1, 2208 Kongsvinger | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Fru Balchens Inspirasjon As | restaurant | Lensmann Jahnsens veg 7, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 62.0K | 0 | NOK -5.0K |
| Chang Ching As | sushi restaurant | Brugata 13, 2212 Kongsvinger | NOK 1.3M | 9 | NOK -150.0K |
| Kafé Bohem Baanerudgården As | restaurant | Løkkegata 11, 2213 Kongsvinger | NOK 7.8M | 25 | NOK -180.0K |
| Arne Hansen Musikksenter As | restaurant | Glommengata 63, 2211 Kongsvinger | NOK 7.3M | 4 | NOK -440.0K |
Conclusion
The burger restaurant industry in Kongsvinger is part of a broad and dynamic restaurant/café sector, which has shown both increases and decreases over time. Although specific data for burger restaurants in the municipality is not available, the broader sector indicates a competitive, yet unstable industry. Entrepreneurs should consider exploring market needs and competitive solutions in the municipality, as well as assessing infrastructure and location.
SmartGrunder can help identify potential locations in Kongsvinger where nature and infrastructure can support a new burger restaurant, especially in areas with high population density or tourist activity.