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.

The Local is one of the restaurants that serve the still somewhat new business park that with the…read moreTelenor Arena replaced the old Fornebu airport. As such most of their business is catered to the business clientele in the buildings. My friend and I both needed to grab a quick lunch and we both ended up getting the chicken Caesar salad and sparkling water. It's was serviceable (I also don't believe Caesar salad should include tomatoes). My friend also ordered a hot chocolate that they then forgot about. Service overall was pretty spotty. (which other than the serviceable food contributed to the 3/5 score)

Great pizza, good prices, beautiful location, and amazing hours for Norway!…read more There are few restaurants in this area, so we are glad they opened.

Wonderful food from a simple but solid menu prepared to perfection. Pleasant and welcoming…read moreatmosphere. The owner sat us, took our orders and prepared our meals. Very welcoming and a great find in Oslo. If you are the area it is a must stop for dinner!

The owner is the server and the chef. Excellent cod and pollack dishes with sauce , potato and…read moresalad . Very fresh and prepared well !

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.

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!

Amazing culinary and sensual experience- not just a restaurant. The chef/owner speaks at the…read morebeginning about the long history of the place and even plays the fiddle. You also get to cook cheese and meat at your table. It's communal seating all at one large table, so be ready to meet your neighbors and chat. Everything was delicious and incredibly well done. You can also stay and/or camp there - we did in an RV. The views from the hall are fantastic as well. We also bought cheese and sausages.

This is a very beautiful and traditional Norwegian restaurant. I felt like I was dining in the past…read morewith the cultural architecture this building provides. There are two parts of this restaurant, the fancy dinner option (you must make reservations for this portion) and the cafe which is self service. My boyfriend and I did not know you needed reservations for the dine in option so we sat ourselves in the very welcoming cafe dining room. The menu for both are the same so no worries if you can't get a reservation. The self serve option can seem confusing initially but they have a lot of grab and go but you can also order hot meals by ringing a bell for the chef. Check out is right before you leave the self service area which makes it really easy. I felt the prices were really fair too. For food I got the meatballs and split pea stew. My boyfriend got reindeer with cream sauce and mashed potatoes. I absolutely loved my meatballs, they were sweet and savory, I did not really like the split pea stew though. My boyfriend loved his entire meal and cleared his plate. We also shared their most popular dessert which is the apple pie. It was really good, not too sweet which was perfect for us. Definitely come to this restaurant when visiting Oslo!

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).

This is 4.5 stars rounding up to a 5. After missing our reservation at Colonialen in Bergen due to…read morean injury, my boyfriend and I decided to celebrate my birthday in Oslo instead. We tried getting a reservation at Hos Thea, but it was fully booked for the weekend, so we settled for a late dinner reservation here after finding it on TripAdvisor. Originally, I wasn't too excited, but then the day of our dinner, the head chef himself called my boyfriend's cell phone with some questions about my allergies. He wanted to confirm that I was only allergic to the white parts of allium plants and not the green parts, and that butter was okay to include despite my lactose intolerance. Upon walking into the restaurant, I saw that the staff had a printout of all the reservations for the night, along with each party's dietary restrictions. Throughout the night, never once did I have to mention my allergies. They had already crafted special versions of each dish (a garlic-free sauce, a gluten and milk-free flatbread, a dairy free chocolate...) just for me. I've never eaten at a restaurant so at peace before. The meal was nothing short of a gastronomical experience. Dishes were modern, creative, well thought out and executed, beautifully plated, locally sourced, and minimally processed: the "tree" starter contained raw vegetables that tasted like the earth, the herring and lamb brisket were simply pan fried, and I had my very first raw pork tartare. My only criticism was that everything was on the salty side, but my boyfriend thought it was fine, so perhaps it's just me. The service throughout the night was stellar, with the sommelier and chefs stopping by for little chats with the guests. It didn't feel at all pretentious or snobby, but it was very attentive and professional. They always folded my napkin when I went to the restroom and refilled my water for me. It was also much fun watching the chefs work in the open kitchen, which was of course kept painstakingly clean. It's only a matter of time before they earn a Michelin star.

Bokbacka is worth a visit!…read more Interesting and delicious new nordic cuisine, presented in fun ways. A culinary experience. Great wines! The service is low key and professional. The staff were higly attentive from start to finish. Ate at the foodbar, which still felt intimate and made for a great date. The sexy art is worth a mention... good fit with the sensual meal.

I was here for a fun performance, live and full of entertainment. Comfortable seating, nice…read moreambiance and great energy. Only down side I would have to say is no drinks....wish they had told us that as we ordered our drinks, chugging our beer in 2 min was not exactly a proud or fun moment. Nonetheless I enjoyed the venue and would love to come here again!

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