Nice little cafeteria under the Holmenkollen ski jump, next to the museum and souvenir shop…read more They offer pastries and hearty snacks as well as cold and warm drinks in self-service. You can enjoy inside or outside on the terrace with view to Oslo fjord. Nice staff, free WiFi, clean interior and lemon water for free.

Do not go here if it is after noon!! We hiked up to the ski jump only to realize that they were out…read moreof everything on the menu and all they had left wast muffins. Needless to say the trek was not worth the muffins and the restaurant kind of sucks. It's your call though could be good if they actually had the menu items in stock.

A good pick if you visit the market. They have carved out a little nook inside and decorated it…read morewith Norwegian charm. Staff is great. If you are fan of game meat this is a place you should stop. I enjoyed the reindeer stew. Rich hearty and flavorful...maybe not the best in Oslo, but definitely a strong effort.

This is the one meal where I wish I was a food photo taker given how pretty and unique the dish…read morewas. The aesthetic and the pairing of flavors reminded me again that Americans really don't know how to cook. The name of the dish: Meatball. Easy & simple right? The meatballs were placed on a bed of mashed potatoes that was topped with vegetable (I think swiss chard), maybe seaweed, and lingonberry. That is, the meatballs were sleeping on top of the bed of glorious mashed-potato infused with all of the fixings. I'm also pretty sure there was one more item in that mix that seemed odd, but worked really, really well. The mooseburger was really tender and the fries were good. They were out of their draft beer by the time I ordered, so settled for a nice pepsi instead.

I never thought I would be in Oslo again but I was lucky to come back to this lovely city. I had to…read morego back to Fiskeriet, still the best fish and chips! Nothing like a cold beer a window seat and the best fish!

Came here for lunch, seated promptly but does get packed and servers are busy. Tried the fish and…read morechips (good portion of fish, nice crisp to the outside, comes with fries and sauce), salmon tartare (comes with 2 biscuits, nice raw salmon with some sauce on top), fish gratin. I enjoyed the salmon tartar and fish & chips. Gratin was ok, don't think we finished half of it. Location is in a good spot by the water and they have indoor/outdoor seating. Prices ok.

It's a restaurant that serves delicious food, albeit at slightly higher prices. The establishment…read morehas a stately appearance, and once inside, you really get a sense of that atmosphere. The staff are courteous and provide attentive service. It seems to be popular with locals.

Great old world ambiance with a creative menu albeit with traditional dishes and ingredients... Our…read morewaiter Pedro was very knowledgeable and helpful... We'll be back...!

Touted as one of the oldest restaurants in Oslo and famous for its meatball dish we popped in for…read morean early dinner without a reservation. They gave us a table but we had to be out in 90 minutes - no problem for us assuming service was quick. The service was awkward with one waiter starting to serve us and then disappearing though working on other tables. A waitress finally helped us when we needed to pay the bill. She also explained that at least four popular dishes on the small menu we're unavailable - strange since it was early in the evening. My wife punted since the fish soup was unavailable and she got the Ling - a type of fish. She said it was OK but not for $47... I got the meatball platter and it was good though the side of some sort of beans that had the texture of really dry baked beans was not my thing. It's a nice dining room but there are many shortcomings especially with the service. Next time I have a craving for meatballs I will go to IKEA at a third the price!

Reservation for a weeknight dinner, but I think we would have been able to get a table without one…read morewithout too much of a wait. Nice dining room. I had the meatballs, which were tasty but I wasn't a fan of the pea puree. Even though the dish didn't look like a lot of food, it was quite filling.

An amazing meal followed by an educational experience? Yes, please! I had no idea that Norway was…read moreso renowned for their salmon! Coming from Seattle, another salmon capital, we had to try it out. We came for a late lunch around 2:00P and were seated immediately on the covered patio. The menu features hot and cold salmon dishes alongside a selection of sushi. Our waitress said that their most popular item is the Grilled Salmon, served with mashed potatoes and broccolini. + SALMON SUSHI PLATTER: This plate of 20 pieces contained salmon sashimi, salmon nigiri and spicy salmon maki. The fish was extremely fresh with a smooth buttery texture and a vibrant color. The sashimi was topped with black fish roe and spring onion while the nigiri had an ideal rice-to-fish ratio. I loved the salmon maki as well, although I wouldn't consider it spicy at all. Highly recommended! + SALMON TRILOGY: Cold-smoked, hot-smoked and cured salmon, each with an accompanying dipping sauce (I believe they were a creamy horseradish, mustard and crème fraîche). This was a fun dish to share, served with bread and butter that tasted great as-is or topped with the salmon. + GRILLED SALMON: Simply seasoned and flavored from the grill, this plate lets the natural quality of the salmon shine. The menu stated that it's cooked to medium unless otherwise requested, but to us, it seemed closer to medium-well. No complaints though; it was still moist and delicious! The sides of potatoes and broccolini were perfect pairings, making for a well-rounded meal. + SIDE OF BROCCOLINI: This isn't a menu item, but we requested six spears to add some extra greens and they only charged us a few dollars. The spears were crunchy and lightly salted. After our meal, we went inside to their educational center. Our guide started us off with a short video about Norway's salmon farming and then led us into their "control room" where he shared deeper insights. He was so knowledgeable about the industry! Here are some facts we learned: * Salmon get their pink color from the saltwater oceans since they eat krill, small crabs, etc. Freshwater salmon have white or pale flesh. * Norwegians believe fresh salmon must be enjoyed within 21 days and they will not freeze nor can it. Any canned salmon that you see in the country is canned elsewhere and then shipped back. * Norway exports salmon to 110 countries. They are raised in farms within the fjords! This was one of my favorite meals in Norway for the spectacular food, fantastic service and new learnings!

It was a nice evening since it wasn't raining in Oslo so we circled back to an outdoor place along…read morethe harbor for an early dinner. A great dining environment. This was a more casual outpost of their regular restaurant across the way. The menu was smaller so no salmon soup for example but we did get the grilled salmon. It was lightly grilled and almost a bit too rare for my wife who hates overcooked salmon. She really did enjoy it since this salmon was so fresh. The serving was a decent size and the bed of mashed potatoes was very good (lots of butter)! Service was lightning fast. Prices were reasonable for Norway ( which means expensive compared to most other places).

If you find yourself in Oslo and want a dining experience that evokes something uniquely Norwegian,…read moreat least without having to spend an arm, a leg and any other appendage, well, you're in luck. This is an ideal outdoor spot on a balmy evening since it's in the pedestrian plaza right next to the central train station. After spending the day looking at naked statues, appreciating Nobel peace prizes, and walking on the opera house rooftop, Jamie W. and I were tuckered out and didn't want to venture too far from our hotel. We just walked across the street and found a table quite easily here even though it was obviously quite popular with young Oslolites (...is that what they're called?). We were pretty famished since it was a long time since the complimentary breakfast buffet at the hotel. First up were the 79 NOK ($7.90 US) plate of Truffle Fries topped with grated parmesan with a side of truffle mayonnaise (photo: https://bit.ly/3CX84vq). Less Norwegian, more TGIFriday's but satisfying nonetheless. More Norwegian was the 149 NOK ($15 US) Norwegian Red Beetroot. It was served with horseradish cream, pickled onions, and Jerusalem artichoke crisps (photo: https://bit.ly/3R9zSBb). It was just four bites but tasty and earthy in a different way. We moved on to the entrees from there and split two between us. First was the 219 NOK ($22 US) Chicken Salad where they marinated chicken breast in mustard and grilled it. It topped a bed of mixed greens, buckwheat, tomatoes, and radish, all of it drizzled with tarragon mayonnaise (photo: https://bit.ly/3RyNVQr). The mustard and buckwheat added a Norwegian dimension to an American standard. Then came the heartier 259 NOK ($26 US) Steak Sandwich which appeared to center around a tender grilled flank steak with the same accompaniments as the beetroot - horseradish cream, pickled onions, and Jerusalem artichoke crisps (photo: https://bit.ly/3qagzMf), We saved room for dessert, the 149 NOK ($15 US) White Chocolate Sphere which became a table performance with a tiny pitcher of hot raspberry coulis poured over the white chocolate and raspberry cream (photo: https://bit.ly/3qfPTcM). A bit showy but a nice finish. It made us feel like upscale Norwegians dining al fresco. FOOD - 4 stars...melding of Norwegian and American culinary sensibilities into appetizing dishes AMBIANCE - 4 stars...casual and relaxing, the nice weather was the key advantage that evening SERVICE - 4 stars...pretty attentive considering the crowds TOTAL - 4 stars...a good way to sample Norway through your palate RELATED - Exploring Norway? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3PEL4Fe

Food was amazing but menu was not updated on yelp. We went there because there were mussels on menu…read morebut when we got there they said it was out of date and they no longer had some of the items on menu. We had reindeer stew and truffle fries and they were delicious. There was nobody in restaurant except for us which was odd.

This restaurant is a great place to pop in for a casual meal and enjoy some delicious food. If you…read moredon't have a big appetite, you might be a little concerned as the main courses are quite generous, but I think you'll be able to finish them as they're so tasty. The staff are cheerful and friendly, so there's no need to feel nervous.

Elias Mat & Sant is a delightful restaurant in Oslo, a city that has endless restaurants. But…read moreElias Mat & Sant is perfect if you're looking for classic, Norwegian food in a casual setting. I enjoyed my time here. Elias Mat & Sant is located in the sentrum, Oslo's city center, so is walking distance to many sites and attractions. I visited here after walking from the palace along Karl Johans Gate as the restaurant is located off this main drag. Make reservations here for the restaurant is small and intimate. It was time to try reindeer while in the Nordic region of the world, so here I did. I ordered the reindeer stew, which was delicious. The reindeer stew was similar to a beef stew, but the reindeer is leaner, so didn't taste as heavy, which is a good thing. Over some mashed potatoes with a gravy and herbs and a side of lingonberry, it completed the meal. It also came with a side of complimentary bread, which is not always the case at other restaurants. That was a nice bonus though because the bread helped soaked up the stew. Perfection!

Clean and stylish restaurant / cafe with a nice, sunny terrace that's surrounded by lots of green…read more They offer small dished like salads, burger and sandwiches. And they don't mind if you're drinking just a coffee. Friendly service, too! Unfortunately they are closed at night (on Thursdays they're open until 7 pm). So go there and enjoy the beautiful view to Åkershus fortress!

In the museum of Architecture there is this small restaurant that is bright and clean. I would say…read morethat this place is a good choice for small "semi-formal" lunch meetings. There are not allot of space so I wouldn't recommend this place more then a group of eight people. Ordered an "Burger Grosch" and this meal is what I struggled with. I never really thought about what a burger is before now and this so called burger are not one. But with that said this meal was really good. If I would say a few short sentences about this it would be that it tasted a bit like a Norwegian summer. The meet had the good taste of a typical meat-patty but with a more fulfilling thickness. The cabbage was crisp and fresh and I do believe that it was the main reason why it, for me, had a taste of summer. Alto the boiled potatoes did also effect this since it was prepared in the same way as the potatoes we have on midsummer. I know that "summer" are not an good example of the taste of a thing but in this I just cant find a more fitting word. The downside of the cabbage together with the dressings was probably that it got quite soggy and the wholemeal bread got destroyed, at the end I was thinking that it was good that it came in a deep plate.

Nickolas and his staff were so gracious to our group. We visited Edda late and they still found…read morefood for us. Worth a visit! Great music and wine. Ask for Walt as your waiter.