Nordvegan was the first place I checked out when visiting Oslo. I was glad it was so close to…read morecentral Oslo, where my partner and I were staying. What I later realized to be common at restaurants in Oslo was a buffet-like display of food, but the dishes are singular menu items vs. being able to add a little of everything to your plate. I opted for a salad-bowl type dish, full of fresh delicious veggies (which was much needed after a long flight.) However, they also had plenty of heartier dishes if you needed something with a bit more weigh to it. All food is ordered at the counter and the employees were very helpful guiding my partner and I (and easily accommodated our english only language skills.) The space on the inside was a bit on the small side, but they had a lovely patio in the back that's perfect in the beautiful summer season of Oslo. Definitely a necessary stop for vegans traveling through.

This is probably more 4.5 stars: I wish the Nord Vegan was a bit more Nord, haha, and I was a bit…read moresurprised this wasn't table service after we had made a reservation; I also wish the alkoholfrei beer was better. Small complaints though! Tasty and fresh vegan food (my wife is vegetarian, I'm an omnivore FWIW), especially the deserts and sushi. Friendly and fast service, those two women were really hustling! Lovely garden out back.

I have mixed feelings about this place. Terrible service, crazily expensive - but the food is…read morehealthy and very tasty. I do love salads and especially when all the ingredients are made perfectly. Kvadrat is an example of this. All their ingredients are really, really good. I liked their homemade hummus and tzatziki too.

Vegetarian salad bar with Mediterranean inspiration, Kvadrat Salat is one of the best alternative…read morefor a healthy, but tasty as hell, lunch in the neighborhood. Everything is fresh here, and you will find a vast variety of veg preparations cooked and seasoned. Condiments are less ordinary than in the average salad bar: feta, ricotta, mozzarella, emmental, hummus, nibble omelet, Goji berries, tones of seeds, pesto, tzatziki. Everything to twist your salad. Amazing pieces of Italian bread with olive oil and onions for only 3 nok. And if it is not enough you can take a home made sandwich, or freshly pressed green smoothie.

Really liked what this restaurant tried 2 do. Almost felt like I had to double check the aoli was…read morevegan because it was so good. The plates were really pretty. I thought the falafel was a little dry. We had some lightly fried chickpea squares that were so nice coz they melted in you mouth. Everyone was crazy over the chutney but I thought it tasted like salsa.

I was very satisfied with the food and can recommend the place for that reason only. In particular…read morethe salads was fresh and tasty. However I gave 5 stars for the reception we got from staff. My family has several allergies and the staff was very diligent and made substantial effort to make sure we had options to choose from and that we were safe in eating the food.

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!

What a great stop for traditional Norwegian fare. Both had reindeer stew and it was awesome. It…read morecomes with, lingon berries on the side you are meant to mix into the stew. They added a nice layer of sweet and tart. The places looks brand new, limited cocktails and only four craft beers on tap. Service was excellent, thanks to our server we knew to mix the berries. If you are in Oslo, call ahead and enjoy a great meal.

The Salmon was another seafood restaurant on our list of places to eat while in Oslo…read more It was located in Aker Brygge which was a newer and expensive neighborhood. There was both indoor and covered outdoor seating. We did not have a reservation but came early enough to snag an inside table. It was the right choice as the rain really started to come down about that time. One caveat was that we had to wrap up our meal within 1.5 hours which wasn't a problem for us. The menu was unique as it was printed inside a newspaper. One just had to flip pages to find the drink, food and dessert menus. Given the namesake of the restaurant we opted to try three different salmon preparations: Our favorite dish was the salmon tataki which was lightly grilled in a ponzu sauce. If it was larger then we would've gladly eaten this as a main dish. The grilled salmon came in second as it was perfectly cooked. The mashed potatoes were a great accompaniment, creamy with truffle flavors. Our least favorite was the hot smoked salmon and pasta salad. There was an unusual taste to the pasta salad that detracted from the salmon. Service was just ok and it took a long while before we could get any attention to close our check. While tipping wasn't expected in Norway, the Salmon's credit card terminals start with a tipping option screen before you can pay. If you're curious about salmon farming in Norway then check out the exhibit at the other end of the restaurant.

Absolutely fantastic! When I was looking into restaurants in…read moreOslo, this place was on the top of the list! The quality of Salmon in Norway is amazing! Definitely a must try experience! The Salmon does an excellent job of showcasing the fresh and wonderful quality of salmon in many different dishes. The tasting plate was one of the best dishes they had. There were three different pieces of salmon with different accompaniment. I don't remember the exact cuts, but one was Lox, and the other was a cold smoke. My guest got a ginger salmon salad she loved. We also got the torched salmon nigiri to taste. The hype is real! This is definitely a must try! They get extremely busy, so a reservation is a must! They had indoor and outdoor seating with a heated patio (it was a bit chilly when we were there).

Reasonably priced middle eastern food not too far from everything in Oslo. And they have beer…read moretoo. It's also a bit like a cafe because people were there working on their MacBooks etc. You might want to over order if you are hungry and American. This is true European serving sizes.

Came here on a Friday evening and was pleasantly surprised by the location and atmosphere. It's…read moremore like a laid back cafe & bar then a restaurant. But first you gotta climb the steep stair up to the main area where you are greeted by a bar-look-alike counter. On the board, you see the summary of the menu, food on the left and drinks on the right. For detailed menu, grab the menu on the counter. On the left you will find an area with table & chairs where you can sit down. We tried the Hummus & Falafel 163kr and Hummus & Chicken 173kr plates. You will get a plate of hummus and another plate of pita, corn chips, beets salad & few other condiments. The hummus are not bad, a little bland & dry for my taste, I do prefer it to be a little more garlicky. As for the falafel, again, it was OK with lack of flavor & not very crunchy outside. As for the roasted chicken, it was decent & can get a little dry when dip with the pita. That being said, for the price, it really fills you up and I really liked the ambiance. Remind me of a hippy hangout spot with arts, photos on the walls and few knick-knacks for decor.

The food coma is real. One kilo, the waiter told me. After the fact. Why I ate everything, who…read moreknows. At Oslo prices, it should have been an extra day or two worth of meals. I actually wanted something 'lighter' but I asked for his recommendation, and of course he said the signature item that they are "famous" for. I also paired it with some whale, because I like eating protected and endangered species. The whale was the best part. Tastes like those cute little puffins, vaguely like a tender beef jerky. As for the caveman chunk of pork on a bone. Woof. I mean, it's good. The crackling is like pork rinds on steroids and the meat really did fall off the bone. The mustard sauce and the mashed potatoes were loaded with fat. However, the staff friendly and attentive. I love my meats, but this did not blow my mind. Would not go out of my way to come here, and I think the overall ratings are a bit generous.

Cozy restaurant with a rustic vibe! They're all about pork and they do it well! It hit the spot…read moreafter walking in the cold. Food was hardy and flavorful. I greatly enjoyed their stew. Service was great.

I was a fan of Bit's brioche until today. A good brioche is made with plenty of eggs and butter…read more Bit's original brioche had this, which resulted in a soft, moist, buttery pastry. This gives the brioche its characteristic yellow color.It was perfect the way it was and is very close in texture to my own brioche. So today, as I was catching my train from Oslo Sentralstasjon, I decided to stop by and feed my brioche cravings. Much to my surprise, the brioche I remembered only from a couple of months ago was not the same. Instead the brioche tasted like a normal "skoleboller." The brioche was like bread being a bit dry and lacking in egg and butter. It was also very apparent after biting into the brioche and having to chew a number of times, unlike before the brioche would melt in your mouth. The custard was fine, but the soul of the brioche comes from the eggs and butter. Why ruin a good thing? Something that irritates me is when quality is not consistent. Today's brioche was an absolute dissapointment. Cutting corners to save money and resulting in a half-ass product is never a wise business decision.

One of my favourite lunch places in Oslo. I'm in love with the salads and the service is very…read more"hyggelig". They also have baguettes, and different kind of sandwiches and you can self decide what vegetables and dressings you want. I always go for a Chicken salad with aioli and pesto. In the price of 117 kr it includes a slice of bread. It is really expensive and the staff are quite ungenerous with the amount of food. If I want some cucumber it isn't surprising to just get 3 or 4 slices, and especially with the chicken and bulgur (just a couple tablespoons) So it's a bit irritating constantly asking for a bit more. If I pay 117 kr i really want to get my plate full. It's better to have the salad to go (you get a bit more), then staying in. But nevertheless, a delicious healthy place that I recommend. + Their small brownies are delicious! Don't miss out on that, only 5kr á piece.

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...!

Right down the hill from the beautiful city hall, this is one of many restaurants ringing the open…read moresquare. Menu is typically Norwegian with many fresh seafood, salads and lighter meals available. The building is very old and I think it was formerly the city hall for Oslo. Classy and upscale, the service is excellent and the chef, at times, walks through the dining area to chat with the customers. Good selection of beers and wines. Expensive, great ambiance but you pay for it. We did not know how famous this restaurant was and we were both in our tourist wandering about outfits, so at first wondered if we should be here, but once those beautifully presented dishes came through, we were glad that we had stumbled in. This restaurant deserves to be treated as a classy, first class, gourmet dining experience...as it is.