Annichen's Guide to Oslo
Nabolag
Grünerløkka is one of the hippest areas in Oslo. It is known for its street art, stylish bars, trendy dance clubs and casual cafes. Independent stores sell designer goods and vintage fashion, and on weekends, markets are held in public places that attract people in search of home-cooked food, kitchenware, jewelry and nips. There are hiking trails along the Akerselva River and along the way you come across small, distinctive parks and stylish industrial concert venues.
532 locals recommend
Grünerløkka
Grünerløkka is one of the hippest areas in Oslo. It is known for its street art, stylish bars, trendy dance clubs and casual cafes. Independent stores sell designer goods and vintage fashion, and on weekends, markets are held in public places that attract people in search of home-cooked food, kitchenware, jewelry and nips. There are hiking trails along the Akerselva River and along the way you come across small, distinctive parks and stylish industrial concert venues.
Eating out
Tim Wendelboe is a micro roastery, a coffee training centre and an espresso bar, run by World Barista Champion and World Cup Tasters Champion Tim Wendelboe.
Oliver Strand of The New York Times Magazine, "feels like a neighborhood shop, but it's run like a Michelin-starred restaurant".
249 locals recommend
Tim Wendelboe
1 Grüners gateTim Wendelboe is a micro roastery, a coffee training centre and an espresso bar, run by World Barista Champion and World Cup Tasters Champion Tim Wendelboe.
Oliver Strand of The New York Times Magazine, "feels like a neighborhood shop, but it's run like a Michelin-starred restaurant".
A more upscale foodcourt selling food from all over the world (5 minute walk from the apartment)
780 locals recommend
Mathallen Oslo
5 VulkanA more upscale foodcourt selling food from all over the world (5 minute walk from the apartment)
The newest and hippest addition to the Oslo street food scene. An awesome venue that used to be a public pool. Foodstalls from all over the world will serve you amazing food. They always have first class DJ's performing every weekend. Great place to go for dinner and dancing.
157 locals recommend
The Villa Oslo Dancing
23-25 MøllergataThe newest and hippest addition to the Oslo street food scene. An awesome venue that used to be a public pool. Foodstalls from all over the world will serve you amazing food. They always have first class DJ's performing every weekend. Great place to go for dinner and dancing.
Txotx
2 TrondheimsveienGreat tapas, good vibe
More upscale asian fusion dining, awesome view. Opened by the founders of the famous Vegas club Hakkasan. Their rooftop is perfect on warm summer days
15 locals recommend
Ling Ling Oslo
30 StrandenMore upscale asian fusion dining, awesome view. Opened by the founders of the famous Vegas club Hakkasan. Their rooftop is perfect on warm summer days
Oslovelo
23A SeilduksgataCool neigborhood bar, they usually have dj's in the weekends
Grünerhaven friluftskafé
57 Thorvald Meyers gateGreat place to have a beer or grab some food during the warmer seasons
The most charming and romantic restaurant in Grunerløkka. This cheesestore and restaurant is owned by a couple. They only have a few tables so its smart to make a reservation. This place is perfect for a romantic date with delicious french food and tons of redwine
59 locals recommend
Ostebutikken
27A Thorvald Meyers gateThe most charming and romantic restaurant in Grunerløkka. This cheesestore and restaurant is owned by a couple. They only have a few tables so its smart to make a reservation. This place is perfect for a romantic date with delicious french food and tons of redwine
Super tasy asian food. They have a lot of vegan/vegetarian options. Try their green curry
35 locals recommend
Monsun Noodlebar
14 Helgesens gateSuper tasy asian food. They have a lot of vegan/vegetarian options. Try their green curry
My all time favorite restaurant in Oslo. Has been on top 5 on Tripadviser forever so book in advance (weeks). This is where you go if you really want to impress a date.
15 locals recommend
Hos Thea
11 Gabels gateMy all time favorite restaurant in Oslo. Has been on top 5 on Tripadviser forever so book in advance (weeks). This is where you go if you really want to impress a date.
Best sandwiches in town. They also have a great wine selection. The restaurant is located in the first floor of our building.
7 locals recommend
Løkka Deli
3 Olaf Ryes plassBest sandwiches in town. They also have a great wine selection. The restaurant is located in the first floor of our building.
New food court featuring some of Oslo’s coolest restaurants. They have amazing empanadas, street tacos and the best crab dumplings from GoldenChimp.
6 locals recommend
VIA Village
29 MunkedamsveienNew food court featuring some of Oslo’s coolest restaurants. They have amazing empanadas, street tacos and the best crab dumplings from GoldenChimp.
Out go to place for munch and wine. They have the best grilled cheese and a great selection of natural wines. 1 minute walk from the apartment
21 locals recommend
SKAAL Matbar
12 Olaf Ryes PlassOut go to place for munch and wine. They have the best grilled cheese and a great selection of natural wines. 1 minute walk from the apartment
Great brunch place. Awesome toasts with crab, fried chicken, truffle and more. They also have a good selection of brunch drinks. Make a reservation in advance if you want to go.
86 locals recommend
GRÅDI
47 SørligataGreat brunch place. Awesome toasts with crab, fried chicken, truffle and more. They also have a good selection of brunch drinks. Make a reservation in advance if you want to go.
The cosiest tapas place with great food and a huge wine selection on glass. This is our favourite place for date night or family dinner.
19 locals recommend
Nektar Vinbar
42 FredensborgveienThe cosiest tapas place with great food and a huge wine selection on glass. This is our favourite place for date night or family dinner.
Great French food in a very cozy restaurant. Perfect for a nice dinner or a date.
22 locals recommend
Chez Colin
44 FredensborgveienGreat French food in a very cozy restaurant. Perfect for a nice dinner or a date.
Fun
Favorite place to grab a beer in the sun, overlooking the Aker river. Coolest interior in town, full of colors. Do a round of karaoke in one of their unique rooms when the sun sets.
81 locals recommend
SYNG
8 Nedre gateFavorite place to grab a beer in the sun, overlooking the Aker river. Coolest interior in town, full of colors. Do a round of karaoke in one of their unique rooms when the sun sets.
Historic music venue (150 meters from the apartment) showcasing international and local artists.
129 locals recommend
Parkteatret Scene
11 Olaf Ryes plassHistoric music venue (150 meters from the apartment) showcasing international and local artists.
Saunas with traditional ceremonies overlooking the Opera. Dj's and other performers are often performing in the saunas in the weekends. Grab something from the bar and heat up in the sauna before taking a fresh dip in the fjord. A must see for tourists and locals.
95 locals recommend
SALT
1 LangkaiaSaunas with traditional ceremonies overlooking the Opera. Dj's and other performers are often performing in the saunas in the weekends. Grab something from the bar and heat up in the sauna before taking a fresh dip in the fjord. A must see for tourists and locals.
The Villa Oslo Dancing
23-25 MøllergataOslo's best club for dancing and electronic music
Dapper
20 Nordre gateSuper trendy fashion store, cafe and wine bar.
Territoriet
58 MarkveienGreat place for great wines!
Oche Oslo Dart Club
26 TorggataCool plays for darts, drinks and food
In need of some LA in Oslo? Go sip on a cocktail underneath the palmtrees overlooking the fjord
21 locals recommend
Kongen Marina
4 FrognerstrandaIn need of some LA in Oslo? Go sip on a cocktail underneath the palmtrees overlooking the fjord
Angst
11 TorggataSupert trendy bar
The go to place to see amazing dj's on Thursdays when they have a popular concept called HYSJ (check it out on FB)
Gamla
1 GrensenThe go to place to see amazing dj's on Thursdays when they have a popular concept called HYSJ (check it out on FB)
Den Gamle Skobutikken
9B TorggataCool and trendy bar if you just want to go out for a few drinks.
Kubaparken
20 MaridalsveienPerfect place to picnic during summer!
Blå
9C BrenneriveienGreat place for music and dancing
Ingensteds
9 BrenneriveienAnother great place for music and dancing
Sightseeing
Holmenkollen
The dock area of the city. It is full of restaurants, bars and shopping opportunities
538 locals recommend
Aker Brygge
2 BryggegataThe dock area of the city. It is full of restaurants, bars and shopping opportunities
shopping
Go to street for everything shopping related. You can find the flagship stores for all international brands in this area.
334 locals recommend
Karl Johans gate
Karl Johans gateGo to street for everything shopping related. You can find the flagship stores for all international brands in this area.
EGER
23B Karl Johans gateBoutique center for exclusive shopping.
Trendiest fashion store in Oslo. Mostly focused on street-wear. At Futur you can get customized grillz while you are shopping
FUTUR Store
50A Thorvald Meyers gateTrendiest fashion store in Oslo. Mostly focused on street-wear. At Futur you can get customized grillz while you are shopping
This store has all things beautiful. They carry alot of international and local designer goods and amazing interior
6 locals recommend
Luck Oslo
9 Grüners gateThis store has all things beautiful. They carry alot of international and local designer goods and amazing interior
Ensemble Oslo
13 Nordre gateFransk Bazar
5 Grüners gateLooking for some vintage Lois Vuitton? Check out this store!
Food scene
Izakaya
7 St. Olavs Gate