Another one of my must-stop-by stores when I'm in Oslo. It's a travel store / coffeeshop...which is…read moregreat, because while you browse their collection, you can get inspired by the smell of the cinnamon buns and the grinding of the coffee machine. But the reason I really like this store, because they carry my favourite Scandinavian (outdoor) brand: Fjall Raven. I've bought various items here, amongst others a jacket and a pair of trousers...all of which I wear all the time...and I hate to admit it...but I get complimented on a lot. (I guess the brand is not so established in Central Europe and so people think it's something exotic ;-) It's not a cheap place...but I was lucky enough to buy some items on sale!

I want to like this place so bad. But it had a huge problem which I'll get to in a bit…read more The girl who worked there was super friendly and welcoming as I walked in. I was super cold after initially heading to a place in Torshov which was randomly closed for the day. She knew what she was selling and could describe each of the teas they had in pretty good detail. She knew enough to make a fantastic recommendation of one of the Earl Greys for me (and she was spot on...it was delicious). Their wifi worked exceptionally well. The atmosphere was unusually pleasant and inviting. As a travel nerd, I love being surrounded by all things travel. That is partly why I felt at home at the Chillout Travel Center in Bergen as well. BUT... and this is a big BUT... The heat didn't work. For anyone that doesn't think this is a big deal...Oslo has been -20C or more the last few days. In addition, the place had small holes the size of a kroner/dime in the windows that the cold air seeped in through. They tried covering the holes with tape or something on a few of the windows...but the other ones were left open and the customers sitting there were clearly just as cold as I was. I stopped into Chillout to do freelance work at my computer but obviously couldn't do it as my fingers were frozen solid. They pulled out a little portable heater and placed it by me...but it was too late. The damage was done and I couldn't recover and thaw out. My tea even went cold within a matter of minutes and I was unable to finish it. I would totally head back here...but I'll wait until summer I think. And for any other businesses that may read this...PLEASE...for the LOVE OF GOD...have your heat on and make the customers comfortable. There is nothing worse than going into a nice and seemingly cozy cafe to work and order a nice hot tea...only to be left in the cold.

Awesome Kannelbolle. Americans will be very much tempted to call this a cinnamon bun but it's not…read morethe same - this doesn't come with the frosting so it won't be as sweet. Coffee is good. They offer all types of espresso drinks. Their hot chocolates are much better than what you would get in American cafés. That fresh house-made strawberry jams are consistently good no matter which location you visit. Lots of space to sit in and enjoy your breakfast. Free wifi. Nobody rushes you out. Bathroom available.

Very good quality of pizza close to what you get in Italy. Was there with Italian friends and since…read morethey were happy with it it's the real thing. I like the concept that they have decided the menu to white and red sauce pizza. The truffle salami was amazing! It's a bit out of the centre so you kind of need to make an effort to go there. The bus stops more or less in front of the place so it's not hard to get there. It was very busy place and we had booked a table in order to be able to have a seat so I recommend you to book ahead. The service was also good and the general atmosphere was nice. Recommended for all the pizza lovers!

What an amazing small gem and an amazing experience sitting down and watching the waterfall while…read moreeating a Norwegian vaffel with Brunost and iced coffee.

Really cosy place by Akerselva to grab a mediocre black coffee and a tasty Norwegian waffle with…read morejam and sour cream. There are only a few tables outside but also possible to sit inside. The house is said to be the house of the first kindergarten nanny in Oslo as there were factories all over the place. The factories are still there some of them and you see them from Hønse Louisa's little red house. Piece of history. Ps just over the bridge there is a free museum about life at the factories and in the area. If (un)lucky you may se a naked man having his bath in the river.