The Neighborhood
The city's most flavorful square kilometer.
Grønland is Oslo at its most alive. Greengrocers spilling onto the pavement, dumpling counters, hundred-year-old beer halls, and the best-value eating in the city. Come hungry and without a plan.
Closed for nowOlympen, often called Lompa, is a historic restaurant and gathering place on Grønland. The venue's own website currently says the restaurant has closed and is seeking new operators. Its history and distinctive rooms remain part of Oslo's food and nightlife story, but there is no current ordinary dining service to plan a visit around. Check the official site for any reopening announcement before travelling to Grønlandsleiret.
Casual ramen shop serving tonkotsu and shoyu with housemade noodles, walk-ins only. Koie makes ramen with carefully described broths, noodles and toppings and now has several Oslo shops. The site's location list includes Torggata, Grünerløkka and Munch Brygge, all listed 11:00–22:00 daily; confirm the intended branch before going.
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
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 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
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