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    Den Glade Gris

    4.5 (197 reviews)
    ModerateGastropubs
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    We pass this place number of time, Finally we decided to dropping in. As we go through the menu, I decided take chefs recommendation three courses menu. The starter was Norwegian smoke Whale serve with bery sour cream, souce. I choose pork knuckle as the main menu, really incredible huge size around 500gr portions. The skin was crispy. The dessert. It was the mousse with espresso topped with bacon and crumble. Overall it was the greatest eating experience in Oslo. Very interesting. Yes, I highly recommend.....!

    Fun interior dining experience.
    Bob M.

    Wonderful Restuarant with Austrian and German Specialties. Friendly service staff. Great food and great value with huge servings that are large enough to share. Highly recommend dining here.

    Delicious
    Johnson G.

    It's a wonderful place to visit, I recommend it to everyone It has a taste that gives satisfaction

    White chocolate and bacon dessert
    Angelo B.

    Came to this place because of the good reviews. Its a great option that specializes in pork dishes. We didn't have a reservation so couldn't sit inside, but there were several outdoor dining tables to select from. It was raining lightly, but the tables were covered so we didn't get wet. Highly recommend the pork knuckle at this place. It is huge (I came hungry, and struggled to finished). Its cooked over 5hrs, so is very tender. And quite flavorful with the wasabi style sauce. Skin is very crispy too. I actually got this knuckle as part of a 3 course meal, which comes with some smoked whale as a starter. This was surprisingly good, with a strong smoky taste. It also came with a desert, which was okay. I also tried some of Schnitzel, which I thought was only okay. The layer of pork was pretty thin, so it taste more like fried batter. Given that the pork knuckle is just a little more, I'd recommend that instead. Service was good, but the waitress did mention the option of tipping at the end when she brought over the credit card machine. Of all the times I've dined in Europe, I can't recall this happening once before. Seemed a little presumptuous to me.

    Signs to guide you
    Jim R.

    A family owned, pork-centric gem located near the Radisson blu in central Oslo. The cozy, low-ceilings and pig-themed Knick knacks give the place a homey charm. Open for lunch and dinner, we were there on a Monday night (with reservations) and the place was pretty full so plan accordingly. Service was a bit leisurely after the meal but drinks and food came pretty quickly prior. They've got a lot of tables and not a lot of servers. Food wise they do have a few non-pork items but I think one misses the point if going in that direction. I ordered the schnitzel-a large thin piece of pork fried to crispy perfection and served with boiled potatoes and my wife enjoyed the delicious bbq ribs which came with fries and coleslaw. The ribs were fantastic-tender and smoky with a tangy sauce. Lots of people we're ordering the roast pork knuckle-a signature dish. Enjoyed the meal and ambiance.

    Smoked whale lingonberry
    Chris F.

    Found this place while i was searching before my trip! It was amazing! There story is of a true chef using everything so none is to waste! I had to try the whale as recommended by locals IT WAS AMAZING!!!! I also had the pork neck which was so tender and bold with the red sauce To finish the meal i had some white mouse dessert with bacon on top! Would recommend 100 times over

    Dinner
    Fred B.

    I keep coming here and almost always getting the same thing. Cold day with rain and snow and you just want some great comfort food. A schnitzel that covers the plate sitting on top of a pile of peas and potatoes washed down with some good red wine. Service is wonderful and the place is very casual. Get a reservation if you are more than 2.

    09/02/23 @endoedibles on Instagram
    Michael U.

    Family owned and one of Oslo's most popular eateries Den Glade Gris focuses on nose to tail cooking, its location beneath Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel just minutes from The National Theater very convenient whether dining noon or night. A gastropub of sorts, the Beer list outpacing menu options with Breweries across Norway represented, it is with warm greetings that guests are offered seating outdoors or inside amidst porcine décor. Entirely casual, music playing overhead and service available in English or Norwegian, many will find themselves drawn to the 3-course "Chef's Menu" for NOK 528 that on this day began with tender Smoked Whale and Lingonberry Sour Cream plus Salad and Crackers. Translated as "The Happy Pig," their Pork Knuckle with crackling Skin and spoon-tender Flesh a signature for good reason, Fish n' Chips come in a small portion considering the price and fares less well than at Fiskeriet Youngstorget Pork-centric with several daily specials including Dessert it was on the server's suggestion that White Chocolate Cream was selected instead of Beer Creme Brulee, its creamy texture and mild sweetness punctuated by buttery Streusel plus crumbled Bacon.

    Pork knuckle with vegetables and mashed potatoes
    Kimberly G.

    I've never been to a restaurant that specializes in pork dishes, but I'm so glad that I heeded this recommendation. I ordered the pork knuckle and was skeptical at first since I'd never heard of this type of meat, but I'm very thankful that I tried it. This was hands-down the most tender piece of pork that I have ever had! The vegetables were so buttery and delicious! I tasted the spare ribs, and they were also tender and flavorful. The barbecue sauce was so tasty that I requested some for my dish! Also, the portions were huge, which was a very pleasant surprise! I highly recommend this restaurant and would absolutely return when I'm in Scandinavia!

    Grilled Pork Knuckle
    Ann W.

    No words, just simply amazing. Every bite of the grilled knuckle felt heavenly! Perfect mix of fat and lean meat, as well as wonderfully crisped skin that was tender at the same time! Highly recommend!

    Barbecue spare ribs.
    Tim M.

    Stopped in for a late lunch while staying in Oslo for a couple days. Being a fan of all things barbecue, we thought it might be interesting to experience what Norwegians consider bbq. We had placed a reservation, although the place was fairly empty when we arrived around 2:00pm. The distinctive smell of smoking meats greets you as you enter (woohoo!). Ordered the barbecued spare ribs along with a local Norwegian Pilsner. First thing I noticed is that these "spare ribs" are not the same style/size/cut that you find in the U.S.. These "spare ribs" were smaller than your typical baby back ribs and did not have the tips you usually find on American-style southern spare ribs. The rib meat was tender and pulled off the bone nicely with just the right tug. I could have used a little more seasoning on the meat, but these ribs were worth trying. We ordered a side of barbecue sauce, and it arrived steaming hot in a dish (another difference from American style sauce which is usually served at room temperature). The sauce was a bit too hot (temperature hot, not spicy) to really focus on the flavor, but it was decent. The ribs came with a small side of coleslaw and an enormous amount of fries (way too many in my opinion). The coleslaw had a very unique flavor that I could not quite place. The coleslaw was more of an acquired taste, in my opinion. Bottom line, this was decent barbecue but I'd highly recommend seeking out some more authentic experiences in the southern United States if you get there (see Memphis or Kansas City).

    Short ribs, fries and coleslaw (4/5)
    Randi M.

    We made reservations as so many restaurants in the city allow for them. However at 2:00 pm on a week day we didn't need them. Before we opened the door we could smell the smoke - in this case that was a very good thing. The restaurant is know for their smoked meats so I ordered the spare ribs with bbq sauce on the side. The pork was tasty and well smoked. The sauce was served hot and was smoky, rich and not too sweet. I ended up covering the ribs in it and asking for move. The fries were hot and gently seasoned with salt. The coleslaw was cream based and had an interesting spice that made it unique and good. The restaurant has a lot of charm, friendly staff and good food.

    Pilsner
    Stephanie S.

    We stopped here based on the reviews and it was tasty! We had the smoked whale appetizer which was tasty. The lingonberry sauce was excellent. I had the pulled pork over mashed potatoes which was good and I sampled the pork knuckle which was huge and crispy and tasty. Good spot for dinner!

    Grilled pork knuckle, mashed potatoes, vegetables

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    Not perfect, but quite good and feels very Norwegian. The pork knuckle was a real treat

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    Bass Oslo - Skorsonnerot (80kr): not bad

    Bass Oslo

    4.3(10 reviews)
    1.8 kmGrünerløkka
    $$$

    My friends and I arrived hours before to Oslo, Norway and we found Bass Oslo and had the best…read moreconversation with Martien and Elise who were running everything that evening along with the chef who made us a spectacular meal. Oh my goodness it was a cultural experience. I'm used to restaurants being busy but in Bass Oslo everyone was not busy... They were enjoying themselves. I've never experienced that before.

    Overrated, overpriced, uninteresting food with a boring ambiance!…read more This restaurant is out to skim you as much money as possible with very simple and uninteresting food. First the wine list, wine by the glass all start from 100kr & above and most wine by the bottle are from 500kr onwards... As for the menu, guess what, its the "sharing concept" thing which has been such popular for the past 2 years in Oslo. They offer very limited 7 choices that changes whenever... On my visit, there were 3 meat, 3 seafood and 2 vegetables. We were recommended to share at least 5 dishes between 2 person. So, we had the following: 1) fritert kylling (similar to chicken karaage) 65kr: salty & boring 2) Rå kveite (halibut ceviche) 110kr: overpowering oyster sause that make it more fishy 3) Skorsonnerot (some kind of root vege) 80kr: gruyere sauce was good but just boring 4) Rå ytrefilet (carpaccio sirloin) 150kr: very balanced & one of the best 5) Torsk (cod) 110kr: one of the worst & a waste of a good piece of cod due to the bad mushroom sauce. Overall, the food were mainly salty drenched in heavy sauces (some are reuse in other dishes) to cover up their mediocre food. Here's something for the owner to consider... If you are charging so high with such limited menu and putting so much sauce in your dishes, why dont you even offer some bread on the table so we can at least wipe off those sauces from the plate and at the same time fill up our tummy with the bread??? Extra Note: The interior seems unfinished with minimal ecstatic with bright light throughout the restaurant with no ambiance, thus, not a place for romantic dinner. You will find some random and unrelated portraits like Jerry Seinfeld & wheelchair bound Christopher Reese in the bathroom which i thought it's a bit morbid and bad taste for a restaurant...

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    Bass Oslo - Fritert kylling (65kr): salty

    Fritert kylling (65kr): salty

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    Smelteverket - Amazing guac and ceviche!

    Smelteverket

    3.4(45 reviews)
    1.2 kmGrünerløkka
    $$

    Located under the Mathallen this is the longest bar in the Nordics that was built into an old steel…read moreworks factory by the water. It's really long and walking from one end to the other does take a couple of minutes. There is a very long bar in the center and lots of tables along the length of the bar. They also serve food but I did not try the food here. They have a huge list of craft beers and cocktails and will also make you something on request. The staff were nice and friendly albeit a bit slow. The atmosphere is really nice and it's warm and cozy in here. A nice place to stop for a drink while in town. You can also go and get some nibbles upstairs in the food market when open.

    The longest bar in Scandinavia. That's what the sign says before you go in! And I must say I…read morehaven't been to such a long bar ever in my life! Well apart from it winning in the length, I really like this place. It has a cosy atmosphere with its dim lighting, wooden touches and long tables. I like that the bar is long and no queues are really formed. You can order food at the bar as well. Have not tried it but looked delicious. They have an interesting variety of beers and one can find a beer for each taste. However a good cocktail menu is not missing. I love all the little signs that are hanging all around with funny quotes like this one: "if you are not drunk by 2 am how will all your friends know that you love them!". Great place for a chill beer. Look for the program as well as they often have live music.

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    Smelteverket - Cake and ice cream!

    Cake and ice cream!

    Smelteverket - Spiste opp jerk-chickenen før jeg rakk å fotografere den, så måtte bli bilde av vinduene istedet :-)

    Spiste opp jerk-chickenen før jeg rakk å fotografere den, så måtte bli bilde av vinduene istedet :-)

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    The Crossroad Club - Baren finner du i det røde mursteinsbygget

    The Crossroad Club

    3.9(12 reviews)
    1.0 kmFredensborg, St. Hanshaugen
    $$

    Very tasty food. We had the shared platter, so we got to taste all the meats and five of the sides…read more My favorites would be the pulled pork and chicken Maryland. The chicken wings are tiny. The pork rib was super tender. I wonder if they maybe make it in a sous vide, because the fat wasn't really melted into the meat. Other than that, wonderful! They did mess up our order, and gave on at our table a coleslaw instead of the beetroot salad. When we told him, the waiter took the beet root from the shared platter, and gave the rest of us the coleslaw. But we already had one, so now the shared table had two coleslaws and no beetroot. Not good. We told them, and eventually got a beet root salad at the end of the meal. For the sides, I'd recommend the mac n cheese, sweet potato, and the beetroot salad. The beans are ok, but not that special. The cornbread is yummi! They have an impressive beer selection! Unfortunately they were out of a couple of my favorites - Sierra Nevada Pale Ale (on draft!) and Dales Pale Ale. Luckily they had really good similar beers - Rudie Session and Modus Hoperandi. The service was good. I wished they knew more about beer given the large selection, but at least they tried. The place has a nice atmosphere, and we ended up staying for hours. You should go here, and you should eat the chicken or pulled pork, and share a mac n cheese, beetroot salad, and corn bread.

    Hands down the best American BBQ in Oslo. The closest thing I've ever gotten to the real thing, and…read moretheir cornbread is the best I've ever had! By far. The service is excellent (really!) and their prices are to my liking. Super high value. If you can like a big portion of meat, this is the place for you. Do it! Can't believe I didn't go here for several years. My loss.

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    The Crossroad Club - Kurant red ale.

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    Kurant red ale.

    Fyret Mat & Drikke

    Fyret Mat & Drikke

    3.7(17 reviews)
    0.9 kmYoungstorget, Sentrum
    $$

    So we read reviews on yelp and based on that we tried it. Worst decision EVER!…read moreThe catfish burger: the catfish is a fish cake with possibly a hint of fish somewhere. Came with small prawns in a thousand Island style sauce. Just bad. The herring: somehow this was sweet. We couldn't bear to finish it. The raw yolk made it just tolerable. The liver pate. This was toasted. In fact grilled & tasted more like blood sausage. Was ok. Just ok. The duck. Just awful! Dry, rubbery. Not a single redeeming feature to this dish. All dishes were served with pan fried mushrooms and tinned/pickled chopped beetroot, gherkins, sun dried tomatoes, artichokes & olives all from a jar came with the duck. Even the bread & salad were bland. The elk burger is no more. In short AVOID this place unless everything else is shut and you are prepared to spend KOR180 on a bad dish of food!

    This place was great. The food was fresh and awesome. In this sampler we had some if the best liver…read morepate I have ever had and the portions wee deceptively huge. They have a truly astounding assortment of Aquavit and servers who know all about it and can explain the differences for the curious tourist. A bit in the pricier side but well, well worth it. The ambiance was to die for. We sat outside but in the winter the interior, full of mellow candlelight and awesome kitch in the walls (including a walk full of antique guns and swords) would do a lot to keep out the cold and make one feel warm and blissful. A great find!!

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    Norwegian IPA! I love the troll beer label

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