This chic restaurant in the west end of town started out small but is now widely recognized as one of the best places in town. Don't let the word "grill" confuse you, the atmosphere may be relaxed, but this is far from a fast-food restaurant. The menu is basically Norwegian, with some inspiration from French cuisine. The menu varies constantly, depending on what is in season and features a variety of game, poultry, meat and fish dishes. The restaurant attracts a young and trendy clientele who can enjoy a drink in the adjoining bar while waiting for one of the eight tables. Booking is not possible, but make sure you come early, otherwise you'll have no chance but to grab one of the highly-prized seats. Palace Grill is situated next to Palace Bar and Bollywood Dancing, both hip and trendy places frequented mainly by young people. An outdoor bar is open in the summer.
Those who appreciate great food should look no further. Guests dine in the light of 300 candles, the only source of light in this intimate basement restaurant, aptly named The Convent. The dining room is located in a spacious cellar with a vaulted brick ceiling. The interior has been specially designed to create the perfect romantic atmosphere and the walls are adorned with religious icons and paintings. The menu, written on monastic scrolls and covered with hand-woven fabric, offers a variety of meat and fish dishes as well as a daily vegetarian dish. An aperitif in front of the fireplace should get you in the right mood before you sit down.
BLÅ is een onafhankelijke club in Oslo waar live, hedendaagse "jazz en aanverwante muziek" wordt gespeeld op elke avond van de week. Moderne artiesten uit het hele land en internationale artiesten treden hier op. Huisdj's draaien in het weekend. BLÅ heeft ook een outdoor café ervaring aan de oever van de Aker. De club organiseert evenementen als "BLÅ, Molde" tijdens het Molde Internationale Jazz Festival. BLÅ is uitgebreid en is een van de grootste clubs in zijn soort in Scandinavië geworden. Er kunnen 150 stoelen en er kunnen 300 mensen in.
Aku Aku is the Polynesian belief that ancestral spirits thrive amidst humans. But, worry not! Aku-Aku Tiki Bar offers guests nothing more than the sheer pleasure of the tropics in the landlocked area of Oslo. This tiki bar is a vibrant place that serves guests delectable concoctions in its casual atmosphere. Apart from the staple of Mai Tai and Zombie Cocktail, this place offers cocktails that were invented by Don the Beachcomber, the founder of tiki bar. Hula girls and tropical music add the spark to this place. Locals and tourists throng to this bar for the little bit of escapade it offers, so make sure to book your seats well in advance; especially during weekends.
At a first glance, Oslo Mikrobryggeri seems a very regular and cozy pub. However, after receiving your beverage and sitting down in the dark and wooden interior you'll taste the unusually fresh and strong punch of your beverage, and you'll notice the brewing kettles in plain sight. Then it will hit you. The microbrewery's own beer is produced in its tiny brewery in the cellar, and the quality is excellent. Be aware that the level of alcohol at this establishment is a bit more aggressive than in most other Norwegian beers. Oslo Mikrobryggeri is not located on Bogstadveien as its address states, but on one of its side streets. It is easy to find once you are aware of this.
At the tip of Aker Brygge, with the sea right outside its door, it's not surprising that this restaurant serves only the best and freshest products. All types of fish, from salmon to cod to monkfish, are served fresh and cooked in a variety of sauces. Try to get an outdoor table in the summer, especially in the evenings. Along with the view of late evening sunlight on the fjord, you will have the advantage of a cheaper menu.