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#18 of 1,242 Restaurants in Oslo
Travellers' Choice2022
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An exceptional dining experience in a dramatic, high-ceilinged dining room, where the open kitchen is theatrically lit and time seems to stand still. T...
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Three MICHELIN Stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey!
Special Diets
Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Dinner
CUISINES
European, Scandinavian, Norwegian
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 2 days ago

I had very high expectations for this restaurant based both on how people talk about it as well as their three stars. Some of the staff were very friendly and some were just rushed and not very attentive. When the food started coming it was...pretty disappointing. Out of 14 courses I really only loved 6.5 of them. The ones that were good were truly spectacular, but to have less than half of the menu be great when you're paying top dollar is just unacceptable. I really don't understand how they managed to get and retain three stars. I can't recommend this place unless you're rich and cost doesn't matter much to you.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Date of visit: August 2023
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Date of visit: August 2023
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Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 3 July 2023

A true Michelin 3* place in the middle of the "Scandinavian-service-desert". Excellent food and wines presented and served by dedicated and motivated waiters who are professionals. If in Oslo... a must place for a special evening out.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 2 July 2023 via mobile
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Date of visit: June 2023
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Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 20 June 2023

Mediocre service, very little wine, very disappointed and cannot understand this is a 3 star restaurant. Wrote an e-mail about it with no reply. Not good value for money and would not recommend it.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 9 June 2023
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Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 4 June 2023 via mobile

Had high expectations of this restaurant before arrival. Discovered that the chef was away in Shanghai to open a restaurant but to his credit the team did an excellent job in delivering a delicious dinner. The dining room reminded me of the restaurant in the...movie The Menu but lucky for us we survived and left happily fed and contented.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 25 April 2023 via mobile
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Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 27 March 2023 via mobile
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Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 27 February 2023 via mobile
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Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 20 November 2022 via mobile

Absolutely fantastic! Amazing experience! The service was superb and the food beyond. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Oslo or live here. You can’t miss this!

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 14 November 2022

The only trouble with this establishment was finding the entrance, something that took a walk around the block, as we missed it at first glance. It is discretely located on the corner of a block, with an unassuming wooden door, where the only clue is...a small brass plate above a door buzzer. Other than that a perfect experience. We found the difficulty in finding the entrance something to laugh about, not troubling. Nonetheless, be sure to arrive a bit early, in order to locate the entrance. We appreciated being given a small folder with a list of all of the courses, once Once you buzz the door, you enter the vestibule where your coats are taken. Then you proceed to the "living room" downstairs, where welcome drinks and the first three to four courses are served. Beautiful pieces of art to look at! To describe these starters as an explosion of tastes would not do them true service. These hors dóuevres are a carefully orchestrated gustatory symphony of contrasting and complimenting tastes. Be aware that the champagne costs extra. After the starters, you proceed to the dining room on the main floor, where several more courses are served, each one an experience in itself, with balanced combinations of flavours that I would not have imagined. Each dish was lovely to look at, delightful to tase. Then it is back to the "living room" to wind down with desserts. The service was excellent, formal and highly attentive, yet still friendly and approachable with any questions. The staff worked as a well-orchestrated team to ensure that the diners were served their courses with precision, and that any questions were answered. You can watch the cooks make the final preparations with precision. We were a party of four, where I was the only one to take the wine package, which was very good, but perhaps a bit of a let-down given the price tag. Nonetheless, I would probably go for the wine pairing again if I did it once more. Be aware that each glass of wine is for about three courses. One of the others took two glasses of wine, one white and one red, with the main courses. and were very pleased. One member of the group took a non-alcoholic beverage pairing which was remarkably good, an unconventional combination of ingredients that resulted in an impressive drink. Yes, this experience does costs a small fortune, but it is worth it. It was impressive on so many levels. Be aware that this is a set menu. I doubt that it would appeal to vegetarians or those with special dietary needs.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5