# Dining Car-Inspired Restaurants The Fabbrica Bergen Pizzeria is Warm and Intimate By Meghan Young | Published 2012-01-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabbrica-bergen References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1665743/tjep-creates-a-restaurant-decor-inspired-by-rail-dining-cars) & [tjep](http://www.tjep.com/works/interiors/fabbrica-bergen) The Fabbrica Bergen pizzeria combines the old world charm of dining cars with the clean look of contemporary design. Inspired by railway trains, this restaurant features some vintage-like details such as dining booths with step ladders, Bisazza-tiled pizza oven and wood-covered walls. Designed by Tjep, the Fabbrica Bergen pizzeria is warm, whimsical and lively. Intimate and romantic, it is nevertheless a great family spot as well. According to Tjep Principal Frank Tjepkema, “It's not time for bling-bling anymore. People want more authenticity than entertainment.” The Fabbrica Bergen pizzeria is a place to unwind, relax and enjoy the company of loved ones. It will also stimulate people's imaginations as they fantasize about actually being in a dining car. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dining-car Inspired Restaurants:** Restaurants are incorporating vintage railway train elements in their contemporary designs to create unique, intimate atmospheres. - **Authenticity Over Entertainment:** Consumers are looking for more authentic and intimate dining experiences. - **Whimsical but Lively Atmospheres:** Trend towards warm and romantic ambiance that appeals to both couples and families. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality Industry:** Restaurants and cafes can draw inspiration from unique design elements to create memorable dining experiences. - **Interior Design Industry:** Interior designers have opportunities to incorporate vintage elements into contemporary designs to create unique and intimate spaces. - **Family Entertainment Industry:** Family entertainment venues can explore incorporating vintage design elements for a more authentic, intimate experience for families. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Red Brick-Adorned Rustic Pizzerias](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capiche.md) - [Cinematically Designed Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daphne-restaurant.md) - [Playful Restaurant Elevations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toms-pasta.md) - [Modular Dining Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/11-x-17.md) - [Retro Sandwich Diners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renzo-sandwich.md) - [Old School Glamorous Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carlotta.md) - [Swedish Craft Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-restaurant.md) - [Milanese-Themed Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-carlo-liverpool.md) - [Famed Paintings-Covered Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frescohallen.md)