Solsiden Restaurant (Akershusstranda 13, Skur 34, Oslo) — the name Solsiden means “the sunny side” in Norwegian, and that is where you find this summer restaurant; on the sunny side of the harbour, right below Akershus Fortress. Excellent seafood selection including salmon, mussels, shrimp, crab and other Norwegian delicacies prepared with natural, organic ingredients at […]
Rustadsaga Sports Lodge (Østmarka, Oslo) – located in Lake Nøklevann, a forest just southeast of Oslo, this is a popular sports lodge with a rustic feel. Diners often bike or hike here for lunch.
Restaurant Marrakech (H. Heyerdahls Gate 1, Oslo) — Experience real Moroccan atmosphere and cuisine at Restaurant Marrakech, where the food is prepared in the traditional way, just like in a Moroccan kitchen, by Moroccan chefs. The entrance to Marrakech is located in Tordenskiolds gate in the city center, near City Hall. The whole restaurant can […]
Peking Garden (Haakon VIIs Gate 10, Oslo) – this is one of the oldest and most highly regarded Chinese restaurants in Oslo. Peking Garden serves both Cantonese and Szechuan dishes and offers both à la carte and dim sum. The restaurant is conveniently located between several of Norway’s largest tourist attractions. Just around the corner […]
Olivia Tjuvholmen (Bryggegangen 4, Oslo) – this is a modern and refined Italian restaurant in Oslo’s newest neighborhood on the water’s edge. Enjoy your food inside the restaurant or in the sun outside. The menu includes all the Italian classics, and Olivia has a large selection of pizza with and without tomato sauce, as well […]
Nygård Steakhouse (Jernbanetorget 2, Oslo) – this steakhouse on the corner of Jernbanetorget, is decorated in the classic steakhouse style. Nygård’s in-house gastronomer selects the best steaks from the best breeds, including French Limousin, Argentine Pampas and British Angus. The restaurant also serves Kobe beef. The steaks at Nygård Steakhouse are served in three weight […]
Maaemo (Schweigaards Gate 15 B, Oslo) – this is the first ever restaurant anywhere in Scandinavia to received two Michelin stars. The seasonal menu is based on 100% organic local ingredients, including rare Norwegian herbs and berries. The food is complemented by an exciting wine list. Cheap it ain’t (the nine-course menu alone will set […]
La Sangria (Holbergs Gate 19, Oslo) – this restaurant is a little piece of Spain in Oslo. Enjoy traditional tapas as well as specialties such as paella and bacalao. The menu also includes a large choice of meat and fish dishes. The restaurant was established in 1992 and is run by the brothers Juan Carlos […]
Four Seasons (Ruseløkkveien 3, Oslo) – this is one of Oslo’s best Asian restaurants, located on the second level of Vika Terrassen. The menu offers dishes from Thailand, China, Japan and Vietnam, and the sushi is among the best in town.
Engebret Café (Bankplassen 1, Oslo) – this restaurant is an institution in Oslo where Ibsen, Bjørnson, Grieg and Munch all had regular tables. History is engraved in the historic walls. The flourishing theatre community at Bankplassen in the 1800s created a demand for a café for actors and others. 151 years later, Engebret Café is […]