I'm giving this place 5 stars as it was a very interesting bar with excellent bartenders. Must be…read morethe best bar in Oslo. Cocktails are creative and tasty. I must say that I came here because of the high ranking in a story I read about the to 50 bars in the world. It is good. Is it top ten in the world? Hmm. You be the judge. If you want a great speakeasy feeling bar and you are in Oslo--then go check it out.

Love the vibe and the drinks the service amazing. Love the country vibes…read moreBaby all vibes

After being politely shown the door on our first visit, stating no kids after 7 pm, we were told to…read morereturn the next day before 7, to try out their cocktails (and also to checkout the view) from their rooftop. Its a pretty difficult sell for a rooftop bar to a New Yorker, but then every rooftop also tells a story! And what a wonderful story it was! Nestled on the Eight floor of Grand Hotel, is this really well decorated rooftop bar with an amazing menu. A pretty fancy menu explains the different flavor profiles to order from along with ABV's - something we never saw on a cocktail menu! Docking one star only because they couldn't make the cocktail that I really wanted - a Rum Old Fashioned. Tried The Etoile (Penicillin) instead, which was very nice too and so was the counting sheep (Whiskey Sour). The views on a rainy/overcast day were pretty good too and we could only imagine how spectacular summer days in Oslo could be from this rooftop! Service was good, noise levels on the lower end. The Frosta Chips were tasty!

Delicious drinks in a pleasant setting. We visited Eight Rooftop Bar on a Friday night, and it was…read morepacked outside but empty inside. The bar has a nice view of the surrounding rooftops and even affords a glimpse of the water. I tried the etoile to drink. My cocktail had a tasty blend of flavors. Overall, I would recommend Eight Rooftop bar for cocktails and ambiance in Oslo.

Pier 42 is the hip cocktail bar located in the lobby of the Ameriklinjer hotel across from the Oslo…read morecentral train station. As we were staying in the hotel, we decided to pop down for a drink. Their cocktails are formulated around art and music with fanciful concoctions based on iconic Scandinavia art (The Scream), literature (peer gint) and more. I tried the peer Gint and my wife a cocktail inspired by a folktale. Be sure to sit where you can watch the bar maestro mixing things up-its quite a show by itself. A bit pricey but very unique

Really shocked that Pier 42 doesn't have a billion 5-star reviews…read more Our second visit to Oslo and this bar, and they continue to prove why they're award winning. The service is impeccable with a staff who is very knowledgeable about the intricacies of the menu and super in tune with patrons. This bar has a very cool way of crafting drinks as an ode to the relationship between Norway and the United States. It's a beautiful science of all of the senses. We had every specialty drink on the menu (except the one with the gold coin). Some places have a hard time executing on really great drinks, service, AND ambiance... this place does it all with excellence. The drinks are high quality, intentional, and amazing. The food (we had the sliders) also caught us off guard with how good it was. From our seats at the bar, George was an incredible bartender! We're so excited to see how the menu continues to transform with the seasons, offering new and exciting cocktails. We will absolutely be back and recommend Pier 42 to anyone we can!

We came in after dinner on a Friday night and waited a short time to be seated. We waited in the…read morelobby. Our waiter, Sylvester, was exceptional. He provided excellent service and was helpful throughout our visit. He explained everything, especially each of the art drinks, and at one point the flower from the drink ended up in the water he started us out with and kept refilled all night. He was there instantly to scoop up the flowered water and to replace it with a new one. Sylvester is a star. Our party tried the BEAUTIFUL, AMORE, GASP, EYES GOING INTO THE TOP OF THE HEAD AND FLUTTERING PAINTING, NEW YORK CITY POSTCARD and the GOD ALONE KNOWS. The first one actually tasted like chocolate in a drink. The New York City Postcard was solid. God Alone Nows smelled like egg and should come with a warning. That's also the one with the flower. This bar is ideal if you want a low key and fashionable experience, with pricey and fashionable drinks.

This was a cool spot to grab a drink in the Tjuvholmen neighborhood. Located on the rooftop of the…read moreThief Hotel, this place is very open to tourists (which we were). The bartenders speak great English and the atmosphere is friendly. They have couches and firepit type things and tables. The view is pretty decent. I expected the space itself to be larger, but it was fine for our party size. I would recommend giving this place a try to get a nice view!

A perfect place to envelop yourself after a visit to the local Kon-Tiki Museum! String drinks will…read moreput you in the mood to discuss future adventures and plans to return to the South Pacific

Very hit or miss depending on the night & bartender...and Tiki bars aren't places to get…read morestreaky...especially if you're going to try to pull one off in a place like Oslo charging premium money for intricate drinks. My advice is only go on a w'end when presumably higher quality bartenders will be working and ONLY order from menu...I asked for a classic Dr Funk (off-menu) and the bartender shot lasers out of her eyes in bewilderment. When it comes to Tiki and it's rabid fan base, you'd best be buttoned up or just go back doing to Sex on the Beaches and call it good.

We'd enjoyed a series of great Nordic-style meals on our trip to Copenhagen and then Oslo. But, on…read moreour last night with our granddaughter in Oslo, we craved a change from all those delicious steamed-in-cream muscles, tasty baked salmon and classic smoresbords. Izakaya fit the bill. In fact, it may have ended up being the best meal of our week-long trip. Yes, as you've read and can see from other Yelpers' photos, it's teeny tiny inside. But, when you get lucky and get seated, it's nice and cozy. You certainly aren't merely one 2-top in a long boring row of tables that's for sure. There's no sign outside but because it has a distinctive look on the exterior (see photos of the heavy grillwork on the windows) you really can't miss it. A Yelper's description of 'Japanese tapas' is right on the mark, tho this is a bit of mixed metaphor. Dishes (especially the last two below) are relatively small. Maybe four dishes will do for two people but you'll likely end up as we three did: wanting a bit more. We started with the Gyoza. Definitely delicious and served piping hot. Next was Bang Bang Ji - shredded chicken, julienned cucumber, and a spicy sauce. Good and a nice prelude to the Mazemen. Our hands-down favorite of the night was the Mazemen, broth-less ramen with a delicious sauce, oil, and toppings. Especially delicious with the egg (poached?) mixed in. Had we immediately ordered another three more bowls of this wonderfully tasty dish I doubt if there'd have been much of an objection! Okonomiyaki - a savory pancake. Good. We didn't want to leave without a bit more. So, we ordered the Senmaizuke, pickled turnip and chili with a sweet, tangy vinegar marinade, and the Shiitake no fukumeni, mushrooms simmered in a sweet and savory broth. Both of these relatively small dishes were quite delicious - but really would have tasted best as early appetizers. The Kirin beer really hit the spot. Service was quick and efficient. Pacing was fine with no rush despite the line that had formed in the little foyer. YELPER HINT: if you're stuck in the line but thirsty, you can go on in and stand at a small (2 ft. wide) open section of the bar and order/pay for beers (not sure about their cocktails) and then re-take your place in line. In short, Izakaya could - and likely will - provide your tastiest, most interesting and perhaps even your most delicious meal in wonderful Oslo.

It was closed for the summer when I went there in late July to find some dinner. A bit hard to find…read morebut never got a chance to eat there.

This place is a total vibe. Good drink selection and super nice staff…read more The drinks are amazing and anything from basic looking. It's large has multiple rooms where you can sit relax and get work done if needed.

Delicious coffee and cute atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Had outdoor seating for those who wanted…read moreit.

I am so happy I looked this place up ahead of time and that my husband and I went in. If you love…read morecraft beer (local, American) this is your place! It's a tap house with over 50 draft beer selections (including ciders and sours). They also have wine and bottled beer. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and I heard a ton of shuffleboard tables upstairs. The bar manager Pierce was so friendly and fun to talk to. He was insistent that you sample the beer before you order it- my kinda thing! We had a wonderful time and conversation with him. If you're in Oslo, don't skip this place!

We couldn't wait to try this place and it did not disappoint! Amazing beer selection and a solid…read morewine. We opened a tab, tried one of every IPA beer and enjoyed chatting with the bartender. If you love beer, then you do not want to miss this place. Would definitely return. No food and we mean no food except for a few bags of chips and nuts - there's more food options on an airplane so just be prepared.

I must say I have not visited many cocktail bars in Oslo. However this gin bar was very nice with…read moregood atmosphere and amazing drinks. The bartenders were very professional and made each drink with same precision. They used fresh ingredients like fruits and herbs, hence made the drinks delicious. The prices were also normal. 110-20 nok for a drink more or less which I find reasonable. I had three different drinks and they were all delicious. One of them was a frozen mojito which tasted like fresh mint and was purely green! The other one was cucumber gin drink which purely tasted like cucumber. And the last one was in a huuuge glass with something fizzy and taste of citrus fruits, which was my favorite but can't recall the name. The music was loungy in the background, so not a party place. Rather a place to sit and have a chat. The interior was cozy with high and low tables. We were lucky to get a seat next to the bar, but in general terms the seats were constantly taken. I definitely recommend this for a night startup or a cozy drinks night!

Chair is most definitely a go-to place in Oslo, but only if you're as fond of gin as Jesus'…read moredisciples were of wine. They serve most kinds of gin from most corners of the world with a creative, fresh-tasting twist that will blow your mind. They have two menus to chose drinks from, both a gin- and a cocktail-menu. But the list is long, and if the bar isn't too full I would recommend asking the skilled Masters of the Bar or simply going with the gin of the house with pomegranate (because behold, it's a sensation for the taste buds...and probably also the buzz). I'd say this spot is perfect for both groups of friends, a night out with the office or a date. The atmosphere comfortable with dim lights, lovely interiors and music to set the mood. Just keep in mind, the prices are a little stiff, but definitely worth the splurge.

It's nice and cozy place Perla Bar, bit small but perfect for small group of buddies! Of course…read morewith best buddies Any place is amazing so with me was also something like that. Nice cocktails and moreover barman wasn't in rush so you will get your prefect cocktail with perfect mixtures ;) All over nice place.

I like this place. The bartender (owner?) is very friendly and outgoing. The drinks are good, - and…read morethere's a pretty good beer selection. Nice atmosphere - good for both couples and groups of friends.