The Restaurant Industry in Surnadal

The restaurant industry in Surnadal is an important part of the local economy, with a mix of traditional restaurants and specialized cafes. In 2025, there are 6 companies registered in the industry, located in two central areas: Kvanne and Surnadal. In recent years, the industry has been marked by fluctuations in sales and number of employees, with a decline of 2.7% in sales compared to 2024. However, data shows that there is potential for stabilization, especially in Surnadal where some businesses have higher margins and better economic results.

Sales and Employee Development

Sales have been affected by the pandemic, but grew by 42.1% from 2020 to 2021. Since then, there has been a gradual decline, with a total reduction of 7.8% from 2021 to 2025. The number of employees has been more stable, with a maximum value of 34 in 2023. However, there is a clear decline in 2025, with 28 employees, which may be due to economic pressure on some businesses.

Registered Companies in the Industry

The following companies are registered in the restaurant industry in Surnadal:

1. Svinvik Gard As – Kvanne, 16 employees, AS form, established 2016-08-09
2. Napoli Pizzeria Grill As – Surnadal, 7 employees, AS form, established 2006-01-04
3. China Restaurant Surnadal As – Surnadal, 4 employees, AS form, established 2013-05-31
4. Bente Krangnes Edvardsen – Kvanne, 0 employees, ENK form, established 1999-04-28
5. Elvanesset As – Bøfjorden, 0 employees, AS form, established 2020-07-01
6. Thaifood Take Away Pan Promchart – Surnadal, 0 employees, ENK form, established 2012-04-10

Most companies are organized as AS, with 3 companies in this form. There is also a mix of ENK organizations, especially for small businesses.

Distribution of Business in the Municipality

Surnadal has a clear advantage in the number of companies and economic results. The business in Kvanne is smaller, but with a higher EBITDA margin (6%) compared to Surnadal's 4%. This may be due to Kvanne having fewer companies, which may provide greater flexibility in operations.

Operational Dynamics and Bankruptcy Statistics

In 2025, there are no bankruptcy registrations among the registered companies in the industry. However, data shows that some businesses have negative results, such as Elvanesset As with an operating result of -76.0K. This may indicate economic challenges for new companies in the industry. However, there are no bankruptcies, showing that most companies have managed to handle the challenges.

Outlook for Entrepreneurs

For entrepreneurs in the restaurant industry in Surnadal, it is important to be aware of the fluctuating sales trends and high operating costs. Since 2020, sales have grown by 42.1%, but have since been on a decline. This may be due to economic pressure from customers and high operating costs. However, there are opportunities in Surnadal, where businesses have higher margins and better economic results. Entrepreneurs should consider focusing on efficient operations and differentiation to compete in a market area with a limited number of companies.

Comparison with Broader Category

The broader category restaurant / cafe has 9 companies in Surnadal, compared to 6 in the restaurant industry. This shows that cafes and specialized restaurants make up a significant part of the market area. Sales and number of employees have a similar development, but with a slightly better trend in the cafe industry. Examples of companies in this category not registered in the restaurant industry include:

• Café Fyret As – Skeivegen 5, 6650 Surnadal
• Mariana Dizhak (mardi) – Skeivegen 73, 6650 Surnadal
• Surnadal Sushi Og Thai As – Glønavegen 37, 6650 Surnadal

These companies have not reported sales or EBITDA, which may indicate that they are in an early stage or have small businesses.

The restaurant industry in Surnadal has both challenges and opportunities. With a stable number of employees and a gradual decline in sales, it is important for entrepreneurs to focus on efficient operations and differentiation. Surnadal has an advantage in higher margins compared to Kvanne, which can provide opportunities for new companies. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable locations and develop strategies to compete in this market area.