25 x The Best Local Restaurants in Oslo

Enjoy a relaxed evening and discover Oslo’s culinary scene. Whether you’re looking for authentic Norwegian food or international flavors, the city has a diverse selection to choose from. Enjoy great local food at Galgen or explore a variety of food stalls at Mathallen. For a taste of delicious Spanish tapas, check out El Sol. Discover these and many more gems here for a local dining experience in the city.

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25 Hidden Gems

Kampen Bistro

A shrine to the palate

If I could recommend only one place for food lovers to visit in Oslo, it would be Kampen Bistro. I love the atmosphere, the leisurely pace, the food...

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Glenn

Wells

Sep 14, 2025

Café Fiasco

Sit back and watch the world go by

"Café Fiasco" is next to Oslo Plaza and the perfect spot for watching all kinds of stories unfold. It's also one of my favorite burger joints around.

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Wells

Sep 14, 2025

Café Laundromat

Good, clean fun

It has an open area vibe with plenty of space so that you can be left alone to do as you please. It's also a good spot for a casual meet-up with friends.

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Glenn

Wells

Sep 14, 2025

Løkka Deli

Best sandwiches in town!

"Løkka Deli" in Oslo offers the best option for a traditional Norwegian matpakke. The menu is very concentrated but every sandwich is just delicious...

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Bendik

Bryde

Sep 5, 2025

Way Down South

By the rivers of barbeque

"Way Down South" in Oslo is a south-state barbeque restaurant at one of the best locations in the city. The food is great, but I come here for the vibe...

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Bendik

Bryde

Sep 5, 2025

Gressholmen Kro

Local holiday paradise

The heart of the island, restaurant Gressholmen Kro, is only a 5 minutes’ walk from the dock and impossible to miss. An obligatory ferry trip from the center of Oslo!

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Bendik

Bryde

Sep 5, 2025

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