"Dansens Hus" in the Vulkan area of Oslo hosts one of the most perfectly designed "barlounges" in…read morethe city, especially at night. It´s not a typical bar, as from the looks of it I imagine it was designed to serve as a nice and quiet "waiting lounge" while/in between shows. Of course one doesn´t have to visit the bar only as a show spectator, everyone are equally welcome regardless of plans. The inside offers a perfect ambience for a cosy, laid back and intimate gathering amongst a small group of friends or for couples. At night when the lights are dimmed with almost only live candles as a source of light, some of the seats offer a wonderful view of "Akerselva" (Aker river) that runs through the area. This is a highly enjoyable and quiet alternative to the other establishments that can be rather loud in/around its immediate neighbor "Mathallen" or "Grünerløkka" in general.
The bar is also known to host small and intimate live concerts by up and coming artists/amateurs performing their works acoustically, usually free of charge and for everyone there to enjoy.
However, it´s important to note that this is not a restaurant/café, only a bar- meaning that there is no serving of food, only beverages. This is in one way what makes it so cosy- and in another way what made me give it only 4 stars out of 5- I must admit it would have been nice with a small menu of for example desserts to go with the drinks.
I highly recommend a visit, especially during autumn/winter and early spring when it gets dark outside early in the evening.
