Lorry Oslo
An Oslo institution
Sinead from Oslo
Lorry is a west Oslo institution, a place where the cultural elite, politicians and journalists have been coming for years. In fact, some of them even have their photos on the wall. Inside it’s a bit of a treasure trove, dark with random hidden corners and lots of kitsch, including a stuffed bear when you walk in the door.
But for most Oslo folks it’s Christmas when your thoughts turn to Lorry – it’s one of the most traditional places to go for Christmas parties or celebrations, “julebord” as it’s called in Norwegian. Every Friday and Saturday in the run up to December 24th is full of people tucking into Norwegian Christmas food; pork ribs, sheep’s head, rotten fish and other delicacies. These dishes don’t sound very appealing to foreigners but it’s such a local experience that you just have to try if you are in town around December.
They serve seconds on all the main courses from the Christmas menu, so pace yourself. Norwegians say that drinking akevitt (a potato-based, clear liquor that literally translates as the water of life) helps digestion and while I doubt that medically, it certainly gets the party going!
Another part of the tradition also seems to be that the waiters are as gruff as possible, just so you are warned!
Oslo Spotter Sinead
About this spot
Our Oslo City Guide
Find your way with 115 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
Loved it? Join us!
Loved this Spot?Join your international community. Share your favs and become part of our international community!
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Oslo
The Harbour Promenade
Oslo's waterside path
"The Harbour Promenade" in Oslo is perfect for experiencing the whole span of the city's seaside life. I like cycling from one orange container to the next
by
Sinead
Wyer
Tekehtopa
Let food be your medicine
"Tekehtopa" in Oslo ('apotheket' -pharmacy- backwards) is an Italian restaurant just a 2-minute walk from my place. It still looks like its former self...
by
Sinead
Wyer
St. Lars
Meat meat meat
"St. Lars" in Oslo is one of my favorite meat restaurants in the city. I absolutely love their open coal grill and always go for the grilled leg of lamb...
by
Sinead
Wyer
22. juli-senteret
Oslo's open wound
"22. juli-senteret" Oslo is a memorial to the terror attacks of July 22nd 2011. The fact that it's called a learning center speaks loads...
by
Sinead
Wyer
Izakaya
Oslo's local Japanese pub
"Izakaya" is like a small locals-only Japanese pub, but instead of being hidden down a back alley in Tokyo, it's in a sidestreet behind St Olavs in Oslo...
by
Sinead
Wyer
Merkur
Cosy bar with a Japanese influence
"Merkur" beautifully combines two of the trends in Oslo at the moment: a Japanese mood and natural wine... Try also their Japanese-inspired cocktails!
by
Sinead
Wyer
Grådi
Brunch scandi style
"Grådi" Oslo, is a brunch place, a dinner and drinks place... I like going there for brunch and enjoying the relaxed weekend vibe with an avocado toast...
by
Sinead
Wyer
Der Peppern Gror
Modern Pakistani
"Der Peppern Gror" in Oslo is a cool Pakistani restaurant with a refreshing and modern take. The tasting menu is unbeatable value, trust me!
by
Sinead
Wyer
Kunstnernes Hus Kino
Art and pizza
"Kunstnernes Hus Kino" in Oslo is the home of an artist-run foundation which presents art in an accessible way. I also love their cinema and white pizza (!)
by
Sinead
Wyer
Curling at Snarøya
Try a new winter sport
"Curling at Snarøya" in Oslo is a must if you want to try a popular winter sport! I like it for its sociability and because everyone's rubbish at it...
by
Sinead
Wyer
Heading to Oslo?
115 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
... for just €9.99
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 115 Insider Tips
✓ Escape the Crowds
✓ Find Spots nearby
✓ Authentic Stories
... for just €9.99
City guides by those who know the city in and out!
Our Locals' Favorite Bars
Our team loves Oslo
Get to know our other Spotters from Oslo
As featured on:
