Cheap Eats

Élan

Élan is Magnat Kaffehus’s flagship coffee bar in Kirkegata, where the brewing counter and the room itself are part of the visit. The bar serves espresso and filter coffee, with space to pause over the cup rather than only take it away. Its interiors include a sound installation by Jonas von der Fehr, designed as part of the architecture. The central address makes it a convenient coffee stop while exploring Kvadraturen. It opens on weekdays and Saturdays, with Sunday listed as closed.

Specialty coffee · Espresso · Kvadraturen

Tranen - Åpent Bakeri

Åpent Bakeri runs the daytime café at Tranen, on the corner by Alexander Kiellands plass. The counter offers bread, pastries and coffee, while the kitchen menu adds egg dishes, sandwiches, salads and pancakes. It works for an early coffee stop or a longer breakfast, with several vegetarian options on the food menu. The bakery café closes at 16:00; Lofthus Samvirkelag takes over with pizza in the evening. Treat those as two different visits when planning your meal, as the menus and service hours change.

Bakery · Breakfast · Brunch

Baker Nordby - Kiellands Hus

Baker Nordby at Kiellands Hus is a bakery and café for bread, buns, cakes and a coffee break near Alexander Kiellands plass. The family bakery traces its history to 1908 and makes sourdough bread as well as traditional sweet baking. This branch sits just inside the shopping centre’s main entrance. Its menu also includes filled sandwiches and warm toast, so it can cover a simple lunch as well as something sweet. Check the counter for the day’s selection before choosing what to take home.

Bakery · Cakes · Coffee

Lille Ó

Lille Ó is a neighbourhood bistro at Lillo gård, with a seasonal menu and a garden setting among the old farm buildings. Lunch includes lighter dishes and sandwiches, while the evening menu makes room for fish, meat and vegetarian mains. It is a place to settle into a meal, either inside or outside when the weather allows. The lunch and dinner menus change over at 16:00. Kitchen hours finish before the venue closes, so check the food-service times when booking a late table.

Bistro · Seasonal menu · Lillo gård

Åpent bakeri - Lillo Gård

Åpent Bakeri at Lillo gård is a daytime stop for freshly baked bread, pastries and coffee from the bakery’s own roastery. The café also makes sandwiches, which makes it useful for breakfast or a straightforward lunch in the Lillo neighbourhood. The branch opens early on weekdays and later at weekends, with service ending in the afternoon. It is a different venue from nearby Lille Ó: come here for the bakery counter and coffee, and check the daily selection if you want to bring bread home.

Bakery · Coffee · Breakfast

PAN by Bread N Butter

PAN by Bread ’N Butter brings Japanese-inspired baking and brunch to Sandakerveien. Alongside sweet pastries, melonpan and Japanese cheesecake, the menu includes filled sandos, bao and rice bowls. That gives you a choice between a small coffee break and a more substantial lunch. The café’s published hours run from Tuesday to Sunday, with Monday closed. Brunch finishes at 15:00, before the bakery closes, so come earlier if the savoury menu is the reason for your visit. The selection may vary through the day.

Japanese bakery · Brunch · Sando

Lille Betong

Lille Betong is the café and bar sibling of Restaurant Betong in Oslobukta. During the day, it serves coffee, Scandinavian pastries and a changing selection of lunch dishes in a small, informal room. On its longer evening days, wine, beer, cocktails and food from Betong’s à la carte menu join the offer. The venue welcomes walk-ins without a reservation, which makes it an easy stop while exploring Bjørvika. Check the day’s hours before planning dinner, as Tuesday through Thursday close earlier than Friday and Saturday.

Coffee · Wine bar · Bakery

District 4

District 4 serves Vietnamese food inspired by Saigon’s street kitchens from its corner in Sagene. The menu includes phở, bánh mì, rice and noodle dishes, with tofu and vegetarian choices alongside meat and seafood. There is also a sharing menu for two or more, useful if you want several flavours without choosing each dish separately. The restaurant opens in the afternoon, making it a lunch-to-dinner option rather than a breakfast stop. The kitchen closes thirty minutes before the restaurant, so allow time when arriving late.

Vietnamese · Pho · Banh mi

Frognerseteren Restaurant

A dragon-style timber lodge from 1891 at the top of metro line 1, apple cake with a view over the whole fjord, ski tracks outside the door, and the Korketrekkeren toboggan run just below. Frognerseteren traces its restaurant history to 1891 and offers both a restaurant and a café above the city. The venue also schedules music dinners and seasonal meals, so check the current programme and choose the correct dining area when reserving.

Lorry

A gloriously cluttered 1870s restaurant by Slottsparken, oil paintings to the ceiling, waiters in aprons, and a menu that hasn't chased a trend in living memory. Lorry is a long-running family-operated restaurant at the corner of Parkveien and Hegdehaugsveien, with dining rooms full of collected objects and booths. It serves during the day and late into the night; the kitchen menu and reservation route are available on its site.

Restaurant Schrøder

A wood-panelled Oslo institution from 1925 serving brown-sauce classics without irony, and the regular haunt of Jo Nesbø's detective Harry Hole. Schrøder has served traditional Norwegian food since 1926, including meatballs, pickled herring and seasonal dishes. It opens Tuesday–Sunday from 15:00, with a smaller early menu until 17:00 and the full à la carte afterwards; the kitchen closes at 21:30.

Oslo Street Food

Oslo Street Food brings several food stalls together inside the former Torggata bathhouse. A group can choose dishes from different kitchens and still eat at the same table, which makes the hall useful when everyone wants something different. There is seating indoors, and the venue also has bars and an evening programme. Its site says DJs take over the old pool area from Wednesday to Saturday, so the mood can shift from dinner to dancing later on. Check the current stalls and menu before visiting, since the vendors change.

Vippa

A street-food hall in a harbor shed at the tip of Vippetangen, a dozen global kitchens, long shared tables, and the fjord starting just past the door. Vippa is a food hall at the tip of Vippetangen with indoor and outdoor seats and stalls serving food from several parts of the world. Groups of five or more can book a table; smaller parties can check the current stalls and choose dishes on arrival.

Mathallen Oslo

Oslo's original food hall in a 1908 iron foundry on the Akerselva, thirty-odd artisan stalls, importers and counters under one roof. Come hungry, leave with groceries. Mathallen combines specialist food shops, cafés and restaurants under one roof, with vendors for meat, fish, cheese, baking, dessert and drinks. The hall publishes Tuesday–Saturday 10:00–20:00 and Sunday 11:00–18:00, while some eateries stay open longer.

Java Espressobar

Java Espressobar opened at St. Hanshaugen in 1997 and became part of Oslo's early specialty-coffee scene. The owners describe it as a neighbourhood meeting place where careful coffee preparation matters as much as a welcoming room. Espresso is the natural starting point, though the company also recounts introducing cold coffee drinks, cortado, latte art and pour-over to many Norwegian customers. Visit for a coffee break at the original Java address on Ullevålsveien; check the current counter selection when you arrive.

Supreme Roastworks

A working roastery with a coffee bar up front, Løkka's neighborhood spot for a flat white poured by people who roasted the beans that morning. Supreme Roastworks roasts and sells specialty coffee with a regularly changing selection of origins and processing styles. Its online shop lists both espresso and filter coffees, brewing equipment and subscriptions, so you can continue with the beans you liked after a visit.

Fuglen

Coffee by day, cocktails by night, all inside a 1963 time capsule of Norwegian mid-century design, every chair is vintage and most of it is for sale. Fuglen began in Oslo in 1963 and now has Oslo locations in Sentrum and Gamlebyen as well as bars abroad. The company also sells its own coffee beans; choose which Oslo bar you intend to visit before checking its hours or meeting friends.

Tim Wendelboe

The espresso bar that put Oslo on the world coffee map, a former world barista champion roasting on site, serving a short menu with total conviction. Pilgrimage-worthy, and tiny. Tim Wendelboe's coffee shop and roastery works with a changing range of producer-specific coffees. The online selection distinguishes espresso and filter roasts and includes subscriptions, so ask about the day's cups and choose beans according to how you brew at home.

Sommerro Kino + dinner

Sommerro cinema with dining gives you a complete night where food and film come together. Sommerro's cinema programme includes packages pairing a film with a two-course meal at Ekspedisjonshallen. The film, date and included food depend on the selected package, so reserve the combined event rather than booking an unrelated restaurant table and cinema seat separately.

cinema · dinner · date night

Tatakii Asian

Tatakii is an Asian restaurant near Frognerparken at Majorstuen. It draws on Japanese and Chinese cooking, with sushi, crispy duck, wok dishes and dim sum listed on its own site. The menu also includes a changing tasting option and scheduled specials, so there is a choice between a single dish and a longer meal. Check the current menu and any themed offers before booking; special menus are tied to particular days or dates rather than available at every sitting.

asian · fusion · sushi

Habibi Restaurant og Kafé

A casual Middle Eastern restaurant with a warm and social vibe. Habibi publishes evening service throughout the week, opening later on weekdays and earlier on Saturdays. The listed hours are Monday–Thursday 15:00–22:00, Friday 14:00–22:00, Saturday 13:00–22:00 and Sunday 15:00–22:00; check the venue for holiday changes.

middle eastern · casual · social

Rugantino Oslo

A traditional Italian restaurant serving classic dishes in an authentic setting. Rugantino is a Roman-style trattoria at Youngstorget. Its menu follows the classic sequence of antipasti, pasta, main dishes and dessert, with homemade pasta such as carbonara and amatriciana among the options. The restaurant offers a direct table-booking link.

italian · classic

Honsan Restaurant

Honsan is a Chinese and Asian restaurant on Stortingsgata in central Oslo. Its menu spans dim sum, Mongolian barbecue, Cantonese dishes, Sichuan-inspired food, sushi and wok, so a table can choose between small plates and a fuller meal. The restaurant also presents a buffet and offers online reservations. Check the current menu before arriving if one particular style of food is the reason for your visit; the selection is broader than the listing's previous sushi-only description suggested.

asian · sushi · calm

Basso Social

Basso Social builds its dinner around an Italian-inspired social-dining menu of 10 or 13 servings. Dishes change with the season and use Nordic ingredients alongside Italian ideas, so the evening is a shared tasting experience rather than a standard quick meal. The restaurant publishes food and wine menus on its site and takes table reservations online. Check the current menu and allow time for several courses; this is a place to make dinner the main plan of the evening.

modern · sharing · social

Szechuan Chengdu Restaurant

An authentic Chinese restaurant known for bold and complex Sichuan flavors. Szechuan Chengdu Restaurant is at Trondheimsveien 64 and publishes a broad menu that includes dumplings and spicy beef dishes. The site lists service every day from 13:00 to 23:00; check the live menu before visiting for particular Sichuan dishes.

chinese · sichuan · spicy

Mamma Pizza

A casual Italian restaurant focused on authentic flavors and a warm, homely atmosphere. Mamma Pizza's central Oslo Osteria Italiana is at Dronningens gate 22. The group has other branches, including Vika and Nydalen, each with its own menu and booking route. Confirm which osteria you want before placing a takeaway order or reserving a table.

italian · pizza · casual

Sudøst

A modern Asian restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere. Südøst focuses on Thai food by Akerselva at lower Grünerløkka. In addition to the regular menu, it advertises a Sunday seven-course Thai menu and an earlier tasting offer from Monday to Thursday. Check which special is running on the day you visit.

asian · modern · social

Delicatessen Majorstuen

A lively tapas restaurant built around sharing plates and a vibrant atmosphere. Delicatessen has served Spanish-style tapas since 1999. This listing is for its Majorstuen branch; the same group also has Oslo restaurants at Aker Brygge and Grünerløkka, so select the right location when booking or arranging catering.

tapas · sharing · social

Mirabel Sørenga

A relaxed waterfront restaurant offering simple dishes in a calm setting. Mirabel Sørenga serves a Mediterranean-inspired menu by the waterfront, with an à la carte selection and separate group menus. Choose the Oslo/Sørenga restaurant when booking, since the business also presents other menus and dated special offers on its site.

waterfront · views · casual

Villa Paradiso Frogner

Villa Paradiso Frogner is the Frogner branch of an Italian restaurant group that puts traditional cooking, ingredients and craft at the center of its offer. The group runs several restaurants, so make sure you select Frogner when reserving a table or planning takeaway. Its official site links each branch separately and provides restaurant information for this location. This is a place for an Italian meal at Sommerrogata 17 rather than the chain's Grünerløkka or Majorstuen sites.

italian · pizza · social

Amazonia by BAR

A vibrant tropical restaurant inspired by Latin American cuisine. Amazonia on Tjuvholmen combines tropical-inspired dining with a bar that becomes livelier later in the evening. The venue also promotes selected dinner offers on particular weekdays, so check the current menu and event calendar rather than assuming every package is available daily.

latin · tropical · social

Sumo Karl Johan

A modern sushi spot with a wide selection and social vibe. Sumo's Karl Johan branch serves sushi, dumplings, poke bowls and warm Asian dishes for lunch, dinner or takeaway. The restaurant publishes separate kitchen hours and has a private room, so check the food-service schedule when planning a late meal.

sushi · japanese · social

Hitchhiker

A creative restaurant with a frequently changing global menu. Hitchhiker also organises dumpling-making courses alongside its restaurant service. The course covers filling, folding, steaming and frying, and private group sessions need at least ten participants; future public dates are announced separately.

modern · creative · fusion

Kanpai Izakaya

A lively Japanese izakaya with small plates and cocktails. Kanpai is an Oslo izakaya with Japanese-inspired small plates and drinks. Its tatami room is reserved by phone for groups of at least six, while parties larger than fifteen are asked to contact the restaurant directly.

japanese · izakaya · cocktails · social

Vintage Kitchen

Vintage Kitchen on Lakkegata serves Danish smørrebrød for lunch, then snacks and small plates in its wine bar and dinner in the restaurant. Lunch runs Tuesday to Friday and Saturday, while the wine bar and restaurant open later in the day; the business lists Sunday and Monday as closed. Lunch is walk-in only, with no reservations. Use the restaurant booking link for an evening table and check the current menus before going, since the lunch, bar and dinner offerings are separate.

italian · cozy · neighborhood

Digg Pizza

Digg Pizza is a quick-service pizza chain with several Oslo branches. Its own site highlights hand-stretched sourdough bases and fresh toppings, and lets you choose a pizza or build your own. The ordering link shows the live menu and lets you select the branch that suits your trip. Ordering ahead through the website or app is useful when you want to collect food without waiting in the queue. Because this listing covers the chain rather than one shop, check the selected branch for its address and opening hours before leaving.

pizza · casual · quick

Jungle Pizza

Jungel Pizza makes thin, foldable New York-style pizza at four Oslo locations: St. Hanshaugen, Sagene, Torshov and Adamstuen. The kitchen says it prepares both the dough and toppings from scratch, including its own vegan cheese and pizza dressing. The online menu lists meat, vegetarian and vegan combinations, with size and price varying by pizza. Most branches offer delivery and collection; Torshov is also presented as a bar and pizzeria with table booking. Choose a branch before ordering, since service and opening times are not identical across the locations.

pizza · creative

Vesuvio Pizzeria

Vesuvio serves Neapolitan-style pizza made with hand-prepared dough, fresh ingredients and a stone oven. Its Oslo website lists restaurants at Bislett, St. Hanshaugen, Youngstorget and Aker Brygge, so this page covers the group rather than one dining room. The site also offers takeaway and pizza-making classes in addition to restaurant visits. Pick a branch before booking a table or checking its menu: the booking and takeaway links lead to individual locations. The restaurant dates its Oslo opening to 2016 and puts Italian pizza at the center of its menu.

pizza · italian · casual

Mad Love

Mad Love is a pizza spot in Gamlebyen on Grønlandsleiret, specialising in large New York-style slices. Its official account shows the shopfront, the pizzas and visits to the counter, giving a clearer sense of the place than its old generic restaurant description. It is a straightforward option when you want pizza rather than a long tasting-menu meal. Start with the current selection of slices and check which whole pizzas are available on the day. The official Instagram account is the most useful verified link for this listing: the former website currently contains unrelated spam content. Opening hours and a current price list could not be confirmed from a reliable operator source.

modern · trendy · social

Hotpot Oslo

Hotpot Oslo serves Chinese hotpot at Teaterplassen in Mandalls gate 10, the address previously listed here as Lemeo Sushi. Lemeo’s former official domain now redirects to this restaurant’s website. The current menu centres on choosing a pot and broth, then adding the meat, seafood, vegetables, tofu and noodles you want to cook and share. You can choose one broth or a divided pot with two flavours, with options including mala, tomato and mushroom broth. Dips are ordered separately. The online menu lists prices and allergen numbers, so check both the broth and the dipping sauce when discussing dietary requirements. The restaurant currently publishes daily opening hours of 14:00–22:00.

sushi · japanese

Hot Temper

Hot Temper is a Nashville-inspired fried chicken restaurant on Nordre gate in Grünerløkka. Its own description puts crispy, juicy chicken at the center of the menu, with takeaway ordering available online. There is a separate table-booking link for eating in and a catering page for larger orders. The restaurant lists Tuesday as closed, while service on the other days begins in the afternoon. Check the current menu and exact hours on its site before visiting, particularly if you want to collect an order.

spicy · asian

Dumpling AS

A small spot focused on handmade dumplings and authentic flavors. Dumpling AS keeps a changing selection of around ten dumpling fillings using vegetables, seafood and meat. A standard order is six dumplings, and the restaurant says vegetarian and pescatarian options are always on the menu. Check the current selection before reserving.

chinese · dumplings · casual

Stykke

A modern pizza concept focused on dough and ingredients. Stykke makes large New York-inspired pizzas with a thin, crisp base, sold whole or by the slice. The Hasle branch is at Bøkkerveien 11 and has both indoor seats and outdoor seating in season; the site also lists a separate central Oslo branch.

pizza · neighborhood

J2 Restaurant BBQ

An interactive dining experience centered around Korean BBQ. J2 centres the meal on Korean barbecue, where meat, vegetables and small side dishes make a shared table experience. The restaurant publishes a menu and a separate booking policy, so check the current per-person choice and cancellation terms before reserving.

korean · bbq · social

Hummus & Wine

A relaxed spot centered around simple dishes and natural wine. Hummus & Wine fills the table with mezze inspired by Syrian, Lebanese and Palestinian cooking, using recipes it attributes to Mamma Hiam. Its lounge lets a group continue with drinks after the meal, and the venue also offers catering and table reservations.

middle eastern · natural wine · casual

Feniqia

A Lebanese restaurant built around sharing dishes and rich flavors. Feniqia identifies itself as a Lebanese restaurant with locations in both Oslo and Lillestrøm. The official site provides different booking links for the two, so choose the Oslo restaurant when planning a table.

lebanese · sharing · social

Burger Shack

Burger Shack is a burger restaurant at Waldemar Thranes gate 63 in Oslo. The restaurant's current site gives this address, a phone number and an online ordering route, making it straightforward to plan a pickup. The page does not publish a readable menu or regular opening hours, so check the order flow for the current selection and availability before you leave. This listing now points to the stated restaurant address rather than an unspecified set of Oslo branches.

burger · casual

JØNK Fredensborg

Comfort food with a modern and refined touch. JØNK's Fredensborg branch is at Fredensborgveien 27A, with burgers for ordering and collection. The branch page lists 11:00–21:00 daily outside the dated summer closure notice; check its current status rather than assuming the hours apply through holidays.

comfort · modern · casual

Smash by Ghost Town

A casual burger spot known for juicy smash burgers and simple quality.

burger · casual

Ansjosen

Ansjosen is a small restaurant at Ullevålsveien 81. Its own site provides a direct reservation link and lists dinner service from Tuesday to Saturday, 16:00–23:00, with Sunday and Monday closed. This makes it a place to plan for an evening meal rather than a lunch stop. Check the current menu before visiting, since the published page does not show a stable menu in its accessible text. If you have a particular date in mind, use the restaurant's booking link rather than relying on walk-in availability.

seafood · intimate · seasonal

Roze Gastro

A refined and intimate restaurant where both food and atmosphere feel carefully curated. Roze Gastro is a neighbourhood restaurant at Thereses gate 20, serving seasonal Norwegian ingredients as snacks, à la carte dishes or a longer meal. A private room can be arranged for celebrations and larger groups by contacting the restaurant.

intimate · modern

Kolonialen Bislett

A classic neighborhood restaurant focused on quality ingredients and a reliable menu. Familiar but quality-conscious. Kolonialen serves Saturday lunch and dinner with a menu guided by seasonal vegetables, meat and fish. It emphasises responsible sourcing and keeps a wine list chosen by the team behind the neighbourhood restaurant.

bistro · neighborhood · classic

Lai Zai — Viet Street Food

Lai Zai is a Vietnamese street-food stop on Thorvald Meyers gate in Grünerløkka. The restaurant leads with bánh mì, the crisp Vietnamese sandwiches filled with fresh ingredients and fragrant seasonings, and presents them in several variations. It is a good choice when you want a focused, casual meal rather than a long restaurant sitting. Check the current menu and online ordering options before visiting; the sandwich choices can change, and the official site is the most direct place to see what is available.

vietnamese · street food · casual

District 4

A vibrant restaurant focused on Vietnamese and Asian flavors with a lively, social atmosphere. Ideal for a casual dinner that still feels like a night out. District 4 serves Vietnamese street food at Arendalsgata 8, with fresh herbs and balanced spice at the centre of its menu. The kitchen says it closes 30 minutes before the venue, so order before the posted closing time if you plan a late visit.

vietnamese · asian · casual

Girotondo

Girotondo is a warm and casual, family-run Italian pizzeria located right by Youngstorget. Tucked away on the second floor, accessed by going up the stairs inside the bar Håndslag. It’s a true hidden gem, with relaxed dinners and great wine. Here, you'll find communal long-table seating and a focused menu centered around authentic, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza made with a 70-year-old sourdough starter. Alongside classics like Margherita and Marinara, they serve delicious antipasti and desserts. Whether you're planning an intimate date or a night out with friends, Girotondo offers an easy online table booking system as well as a dedicated catering service.

italian · dinner · wine

Babbo Collective Parkveien

Babbo Collective’s Parkveien café is the small Vika branch at Parkveien 80. Its dedicated account shows bread with butter and cheese, open bagels, omelettes and bakery items, as well as pasta served during announced evening service. A year-end recap also records guest food concepts, so the offering can change rather than following one permanent all-day menu. Use the Parkveien account and its branch-specific links when planning a visit. The café advertises daytime walk-ins and has a separate table-booking link for relevant service. Published hours differ between the group and branch accounts, so confirm current opening times and whether dinner is running before travelling. The showcase posts illustrate previous dishes and the setting.

natural wine · pasta · all day · social

Grønland Boulebar

Located on Grønlandsleiret, you will find Norway's largest indoor boule venue. Grønland Boulebar takes inspiration from French parks, gathering gravel courts, arcade games, and dining under one roof. With five indoor courts year round and two outdoor courts in the backyard during summer, it serves as a versatile spot regardless of the season. The kitchen focuses on classic French fare, with rotisserie chicken and various sharing plates taking center stage. The vibe is relaxed and casual, making it easy for anyone to join in on a game. Renting a court costs around 250 NOK per hour, with one court comfortably fitting up to six people. No prior experience is required, though you can hire an umpire if you want to add a bit of structure to your match. It is a great fit for afterwork drinks with colleagues, birthday gatherings, low key dates, or simply a casual night out with friends.

bocce · social · drinks

Shufl Aker Brygge

Located right on Aker Brygge in Holmens gate, Shufl is an energetic venue combining social gaming with a vibrant restaurant and bar. The main attraction is modern shuffleboard upgraded with built in technology, making the game easy for beginners while keeping it competitive for experienced players. Table rental prices vary depending on the day and time, typically ranging from 400 to 600 NOK per hour. The atmosphere is lively, modern, and relaxed, designed to bring people together over good food and drinks. The menu features shareable dishes with global flavors, and the bar area even offers self service beer and wine options. It is the ideal spot for afterwork drinks with colleagues, team building events, or a casual evening gathering with friends.

games · social · evening

Duckpin bowling at Billy Bob's

Located right in Torggata, Billy Bob's is a lively American bar and entertainment venue featuring Oslo's first duckpin bowling setup. This is a shorter and punchier twist on traditional bowling using smaller balls and pins, making the game faster and much more social. Prices range around 360 NOK per hour from Sunday through Thursday, and 720 NOK per hour on Fridays and Saturdays. The venue boasts an energetic retro Americana vibe infused with country and rock and roll, complete with great music and comfort food. Upstairs in the playroom, you can combine bowling with private karaoke rooms and arcade games. It is the ultimate spot for a great night out with friends, a casual date night, or an energetic evening with coworkers.

bowling · social · casual

Pollett

Pollett is an atmospheric basement bar and old-school arcade at Bislett, built around a impressive 45-metre, six-lane slot-car racetrack. The ultimate spot for great cocktails, a relaxed vibe, and friendly competition. Pollett is a casual and vibrant basement bar in Bislett where retro arcade culture meets craft beer, cocktails, and great music. The venue’s main attraction is the 45-metre slot-car racetrack where you can challenge friends and colleagues to a high-speed race, alongside a selection of classic pinball machines, Sega Rally, House of the Dead, and foosball. It offers a social, playful atmosphere ideal for anything from a casual drink to team-building events and nights out. Games run on custom tokens purchased at the bar starting at 25 NOK each (130 NOK for 6), while slot-car racing starts at 80 NOK per person for 15 minutes (or 1,500 NOK to rent the entire track for an hour). There's always something happening during the week, including Free Play every Wednesday, regular quizzes, music bingo, and tournaments

arcade · pinball · slot car racing · cocktails

Himkok cocktail class

At Himkok’s introductory cocktail course, you learn to mix two drinks with guidance from the bartenders. You get your own equipment, taste along the way and take the recipes home. The course covers flavour balance, ingredients and how to use the bar tools. No previous experience is needed, and you can join on your own or with friends.

cocktails · workshop · date night · upscale