Food & Drink
You’ll discover classic Norwegian treats like Krumkake alongside unique options like the Varme Pølse (hot dogs served Norwegian style, wrapped in lefse). With food stands and sit-down dinners scattered throughout town, you’re never far from something delicious. All the food stands are operated by Stoughton non-profit groups as part of their fundraising efforts. Be sure to support them and enjoy the festival feast!
Norwegian food and pronunciation guide:
Kjøttkake (key-ut kah KEE) – Norway’s answer to Swedish meatballs
Krumakake (CROOM-kak-AY) – a waffle cookie like an ice cream cone
Lefse (Lef-suh) – a traditional soft flatbread made from potatoes and flour
Risengryn Grod (REE-sen-grins GRUHT) – rice pudding
Riskrem (REES-krehm) – leftover risengryn grod mixed with whipped cream
Rømmegrøt (rum EE groot) – sweet porridge made with sour cream
Sot suppe (SEWT SOO-puh) – a sweet soup made from dried fruits and tapioca
Varme Pølse (VARM - uh PULL-se): Hot dogs served Norwegian style, wrapped in lefse
FOOD STANDS
All food stands are operated by local service organizations, clubs, or commercial partners that directly benefit non-profit groups. By enjoying the delicious offerings at our festival, you're directly supporting the missions and programs of Stoughton's non-profit community. Thank you for your support!
Syttende Mai in Stoughton is a community-driven festival that proudly supports local non-profits. We do not allow commercial or for-profit food vendors to participate.
Ernie’s Kettle Korn (supporting Three Gaits Therapeutic Horsemanship)
Kettle Korn: original, cheese, cheese & caramel, confetti, caramel
Hours:
Open during Festival hours
Main and S. Division Street
Friends of the Stoughton Library Pie Sale
Stoughton Public Library Carnegie Room, Lower Level
304 S. Fourth Street
Pies - plain or à la mode (gluten free options available), water, coffee, soda, milk
Hours:
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Norwegian Dancer Parents
Norwegian meatballs, brats, Varme Pølse (hot dogs served Norwegian style, wrapped in lefse), cotton candy, sno cones, Norwegian & American baked goods, Gatorade, & water.
Hours:
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm
Main and S. Division Street
Uff-Da Special (Norwegian meatballs, lefse, Norwegian treat, & herring), Varme Pølse (hot dogs served Norwegian style, wrapped in lefse), Norwegian waffles w/strawberries & whipped cream, soda, coffee, & water. Norwegian napkin treats & American/Norwegian home-baked goods.
Hours:
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm
High School Gym
Mini Donuts, variety of hot & cold beverages
Hours:
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
RMN Donuts
supporting Hillcrest Student Mission Trip
City Hall Parking Lot
Roasted Corn, can soda, bottled water, Chose’s Coney Dogs, chips
Hours:
Friday 3pm - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 2pm
Rotary Club of Stoughton
City Hall Parking Lot
Sons of Norway-Mandt Lodge
Outdoor Bake Sale (south side of Lodge)
Norwegian and American baked goods, packages of lefse and donuts, rømmegrøt, and beverages.
Hours:
Friday 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 2pm* (as supplies last)
Sit-Down Meals (inside Lodge)
À la carte luncheon buffet featuring Norwegian and American favorites: varme pølse (wieners in lefse), potatoes, BBQ, meatballs, herring, baked goods, lefse, rømmegrøt (porridge), søt suppe (fruit soup), riskrem (rice pudding), cucumber salad, warm red cabbage, and beverages. Carry-out available.
Reservations are not needed for the inside meals. Handicapped accessible with a lift located on the south side of the building.
Hours:
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 2pm* (as supplies last)
317 S. Page Street
Pizza Pit, pickle on a stick, soda, water, and Kona Ice
Hours:
Friday 3:30pm - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm
Stoughton High School Soccer
Water Street
Stoughton FFA Alumni
Forrest and E. Main St
Famous deep-fried cheese curds, fresh creams puffs, water.
Hours:
Friday 9am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - end of parade
Stoughton Lions Club
Brats, hamburgers/cheeseburgers, Impossible Burgers (vegan), all-beef hot dogs, Lena’s Loins -Pork Loin, potato chips, french fries, big dill pickles, soda, water
*accepts credit/debit cards
Hours:
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm
S. Division and W. Main Streets
Ben’s Pretzels (supporting Stoughton Youth Hockey)
Hours:
Friday 11am-8pm
Saturday 10am-8pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
Water Street
STOUGHTON’S NORWEGIAN RESTAURANTS
Fosdal Home Bakery • 243 E. Main Street
Friday: 5:30am — 5pm
Saturday: 5:30am — 5pm
Sunday: 7am — 12pm
Nationally recognized for their deliciousness, Fosdal’s has been a Stoughton staple since 1938!
Offering these Norwegian cookies:
Berlinerkranser
Rosette
Sandbakkel
Fattigman
Rosettes
Krumkake
Also, donuts, breads, pastries, coffee, and more!
Viking Brew Pub • 211 E. Main Street
Stoughton’s first brewpub, featuring Nordic-inspired beers and Scandinavian cuisine. Where else can you sip your drink at a Viking ship–shaped bar? And yes, Hilda, the friendly dragon at the bar’s front, even puffs smoke!
Special hours for Syttende Mai:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
