Oslo Restaurants

Many Oslo chefs have developed menus based on classic Norwegian recipes but with exciting variations, like Asian or Mediterranean cooking styles and ingredients. You may read about New Nordic cuisine on some menus. It combines seafood and game from Scandinavia with spices and sauces from any other country.

Spend at least one sunny summer afternoon harborside at Aker Brygge/Tjuvholmen eating in one of the many seafood restaurants and watching the world go by. Or buy steamed shrimp off the nearby docked fishing boats and plan a picnic on one of the islands in the Oslo fjord or Vigeland or another of the city's parks. Note that some restaurants close for a week around Easter, in July, and during the Christmas holiday season. Some restaurants are also closed on Sunday.

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  • 1. Atlas Brasserie

    $$ | Sentrum

    In the former headquarters of the Norwegian America cruise line, this well-heeled eatery capitalizes on a New York–meets–Oslo vibe. Stop by for an excellent cup of coffee in the plant-filled courtyard, or head to the all-day brasserie for the dazzling seafood platter or steak big enough to share with several friends. The ambience is lively and bustling, particularly during the jazz brunch Sunday. If you can't get enough of the music, there's a jazz club in the basement that attracts music lovers.

    Jernbanetorget 2, Oslo, Oslo, 0154, Norway
    21–40–59–00

    Known For

    • Blue mussels served in a Roquefort reduction with fries
    • The tender tomahawk steak can easily serve four
    • Decor is a cheeky take on Scandinavian design

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.
  • 2. Lanternen

    $$ | Bygdøy

    Located on a dock extending into the fjord, this eatery is tucked inside a 1920s building that once served as a waiting room for ferry passengers. Today, it's a popular summertime destination for locals who love the picture-perfect terrace. The wood-fired pizzas are a favorite, as are the fresh seafood and grilled meats.

    Huk Aveny 2, Oslo, Oslo, 0287, Norway
    22–43–78–38

    Known For

    • Towering shellfish platters
    • Views of the city
    • Perfect pizzas

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed weekends and no dinner in winter
  • 3. Lobbybar

    $$$ | Sentrum

    Despite being located on the ground floor of a chain hotel, this unexpectedly creative bistro satisfies hungry foodies with its incredible fjord-, farm-, and forest-inspired smorgasbord of dishes ranging from pine-smoked scallops to venison with sweet sausage. "Boards from the Fjords" is what it calls its small plates combining several different dishes meant to share. There are plenty of local cheeses, craft beers, and other happy-making fare.

    Holbergsplass 30, Oslo, Oslo, 0166, Norway
    23–29–34–25

    Known For

    • Warm welcome from the staff
    • Well-traveled wine list
    • Casual dining room

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.
  • 4. Mamma Pizza

    $$ | Sentrum

    Featuring famous sourdough pizzas, this tiny osteria has the traditional checkered tablecloths and striped awning that call to mind the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. Serving the city's most authentic pie—head and shoulders above its overpriced competitors—the eatery takes things one step further with refreshing yet strong cocktails or classic aperitifs served while you wait.

    Dronningens gt. 22, Oslo, Oslo, 0154, Norway
    915–11–841

    Known For

    • Short stroll from the central train station
    • Don't miss the dessert of the day
    • Gluten-free dough available
  • 5. Oslo Street Food

    $$ | Sentrum

    If you're with a group that can't decide what to have for lunch or dinner, you can sample every cuisine from Nordic to Mexican to Indian to Japanese at this brightly lit, well-designed market a short walk from Central Station. With 16 food stands (Hungarian goulash, anyone?), several bars, and a huge seating area with picnic tables, it's a bustling place where everyone seems to be in great spirits.

    Torggata 16, Oslo, Oslo, 0181, Norway
    22–04–00–44

    Known For

    • Great place to witness the city's diversity
    • Cheap eats in an expensive destination
    • Seating for large groups
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