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The Café Industry in Ullensvang: Current Situation and Future Prospects
Analysis of Structure, Dynamics, and Opportunities for Entrepreneurs in Ullensvang's Café Industry
Executive Summary
The café industry in Ullensvang is a relatively small sector with no registered companies in this specific industry according to available data. Nevertheless, it is possible to draw interesting insights from the broader categories in the restaurant and café industry, which show a dynamic development with both growth and challenges. This analysis provides an overview of economic trends, company structure, geographic distributions, and future perspectives for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in this industry in Ullensvang.
Economic Overview
Available data for the café industry in Ullensvang shows that there are no direct figures for sales or employees in this specific industry. However, we can see trends from the broader categories in the restaurant and café industry. Here, sales figures show growth from 2016 to 2022, with a peak of NOK 61.9 million in 2022, followed by a sharp decline of 52.4% in 2025. Employees have shown a more stable development, with an increase from 169 in 2016 to 267 in 2023, before a decline to 212 in 2026.
This shows that the broader industry has been affected by both economic and crisis-related factors, which may be relevant for entrepreneurs in the café industry.
Companies in the Industry
There are no registered companies in the café industry in Ullensvang according to available data. The broader categories in the restaurant and café industry, however, have 30 companies, which include both restaurants, pizzerias, and cafés. Organizational forms are not detailed in the data, but it is possible that many of these companies are AS or sole proprietorships.
For entrepreneurs, this could be an opportunity to fill a niche in Ullensvang, especially if there is a need for more specialized cafés or cafés with unique offerings.
Business Geography
There is no available data on the distribution of cafés or restaurants in different neighborhoods or locations in Ullensvang. This could be a limitation for entrepreneurs who wish to analyze competition or market needs in specific areas. It is recommended to contact local authorities or industry statistics for more detailed geographic analysis.
Business Dynamics
In the broader categories of the restaurant and café industry, there are registered companies with negative EBITDA values, which may indicate economic challenges for some businesses. However, there is no direct data on bankruptcy or closure in the café industry in Ullensvang. This may indicate that cafés in the municipality have been more stable than other parts of the industry, or that the data is not detailed enough.
For entrepreneurs, this could be an important reminder that economic stability and efficient operations are crucial for survival in this industry.
Outlook for the Café Industry
Outlooks for the café industry in Ullensvang are mixed. On one hand, data from the broader categories show growth in sales and number of employees up to 2022, which may indicate a growing market. On the other hand, there has been a sharp decline in sales of 52.4% in 2025, which may be a warning for entrepreneurs.
It is important to consider local factors such as tourism, population numbers, and competition from existing restaurants and cafés. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable locations in Ullensvang where there may be potential opportunities for cafés.
Outlook for the Broader Category
The broader categories of the restaurant and café industry in Ullensvang have shown a more stable development than the café industry specifically. Sales have increased from NOK 38.7 million in 2016 to NOK 61.9 million in 2022, before a sharp decline in 2025. Employees have shown a more stable development, with an increase from 169 in 2016 to 267 in 2023.
Below is a selection of companies in the broader categories that are not registered in the café industry:
| Name | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Wok As | Røldalsvegen 29, 5750 Odda | NOK 7.7M | 4 | NOK 2.5M |
| Røldalsterassen As | Røldal Alpingrend, 5760 | NOK 2.9M | 4 | NOK 741K |
| Iris Scene As | Smelteverket 121, 5750 Odda | NOK 3.0M | 34 | NOK 469K |
These companies can provide insight into competition and potential market needs in Ullensvang.
Other companies in restaurant / kafé (not in coffeehouse)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Wok As | restaurant | Røldalsvegen 29, 5750 Odda | NOK 7.7M | 4 | NOK 2.5M |
| Røldalsterassen As | restaurant | Røldal Alpingrend, 5760 | NOK 2.9M | 4 | NOK 741.0K |
| Røldal Servicebygg As | restaurant | Røldal Alpingrend, 5760 | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 613.0K |
| Iris Scene As | restaurant | Smelteverket 121, 5750 Odda | NOK 3.0M | 34 | NOK 469.0K |
| Ekspedisjonen Lofthus As | pizza restaurant | 0, 5781 Lofthus | NOK 5.3M | 41 | NOK 254.0K |
| Glacier As | cafe | Eitrheimsvegen 9, 5750 Odda | NOK 1.2M | 1 | NOK 107.0K |
| Ans Merkur Cafe | restaurant | Røldalsvegen 29, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Cafe Rose As | cafe | Røldalsvegen 18, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 11 | NOK 0 |
| Cafe Smelteverket As | cafe | Smelteverket 8, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 6 | NOK 0 |
| Cinderella Tavern Da Fast Food Restaurant & Kiosk | restaurant | Bleie, 5776 Nå | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Ferskvaren As | restaurant | c/o Renate Røsten|Øvre Kalvanesvegen 21, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 25 | NOK 0 |
| Fjord & Flame As | restaurant | Eitrheimsvegen 61, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Forest Restaurant As | restaurant | Bakkegata 2, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 5 | NOK 0 |
| Ishtar Abbud | restaurant | Sjursledvegen 9B, 5780 Kinsarvik | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Langhuset As | restaurant | Øvre Kalvanesvegen 10, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 44 | NOK 0 |
| Mamma Rosa Hassan Remezan Ibrahim | restaurant | Eitrheimsvegen 9, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Pergola Odda As | restaurant | Bakkegata 18, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 5 | NOK 0 |
| Pizzakjellaren Da | restaurant | Bakkegata 3, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Siderhuset Naa As | restaurant | Fjordavegen 1981, 5776 Nå | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Smeltehuset Restaurant As | restaurant | Almerket 23, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 25 | NOK 0 |
| Thamtalung Thaimat | restaurant | Kleivavegen 17, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Trolltunga Kiosk V/linda Hanevik | restaurant | Fureflotvegen 7, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Velure Kro Og Kiosk Maria Johanna Graafland Velure. | restaurant | Velure|Gamlevegen 32, 5777 Grimo | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Kvikk Cafe As | cafe | Røldalsvegen 29, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK -1.0K |
| Jondal Matkanten & Catering As | restaurant | Belsnesvegen 4, 5627 Jondal | NOK 1.9M | 2 | NOK -17.0K |
| Glåmøgd As | restaurant | Gløyp, 5780 Kinsarvik | NOK 2.1M | 15 | NOK -53.0K |
| Thai Take Away Odda As | asian restaurant | Bakkegata 4A, 5750 Odda | NOK 5.9M | 13 | NOK -130.0K |
| Smeltehuset As | restaurant | Almerket 23, 5750 Odda | NOK 600.0K | 0 | NOK -138.0K |
| Kramsjø As | restaurant | Herandsvegen 314, 5628 | NOK 2.2M | 12 | NOK -167.0K |
| Fjoren As | restaurant | Røldalsvegen 29, 5750 Odda | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK -509.0K |
Conclusion
The café industry in Ullensvang is a relatively small sector with no registered companies, but it is possible to see trends from the broader categories in the restaurant and café industry. This shows both growth and challenges, which may be relevant for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality. It is important to consider local factors and economic trends before making decisions about starting a café.
SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable locations in Ullensvang where there may be potential opportunities for cafés.