Engebret Cafe

We found this Cafe through a travel app. We were with friends and they enjoyed our visit there just as much as we did. The service was great even though we can only speak English. We had the reindeer sandwich. We sat outside and enjoyed the wonderful view from the restaurant, but sitting inside would’ve been excellent too because it’s a beautiful restaurant. The restrooms are very clean. Our food was excellent and we would definitely eat at this restaurant again next time we’re in Oslo.

The oldest restaurant in Oslo. The outdoor area is nice with flowers og facing a minor, quiet square. The terrace furniture is held in a white romantic style at the sunny terrace. Wonderful spot. As you go inside, the furniture are dark and time typical from the 19th century. The atmosphere is characterized by the artist, actor and writer pictures on the walls and muted lightning. We both had the turbot, which was very well prepared as well as the vegetables that goes with it. The waiter recommended the Chablis to go with it, and it was a good match. So delicious. As we waited for the food, we got some warm and crispy bread og tasty cold butter and som ice water. Both with complements from the restaurant. For dessert, I had the Millefeile with champagne and berry mousse. So tasty and delicious! Wauw! As you go downstairs to the toilets, the decor is romantic and fits the cosy restaurant perfectly. I highly recommend you to book a table, as we went there twice without reservation, and could not get in, before we booked a table a couple of days later. Fun fact! We sat at the world famous writer Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson’s table at which we felt the history of the place all the way.

The food was exquisite. Our group had a set menu, but everything was delicious. The chef even came out the say hello.

We had spent the morning walking around Oslo sightseeing and had built up a good appetite by lunch time. Engebret Cafe looked nice in a lovely location , the sign said it was Oslo's Oldest Restaurant. Oslo has a reputation as being really expensive for food so we were a little apprehensive but it was our last day in Norway so we splashed out. The lunch was excellent, food very good and the service was very profession . Lunch dessert and coffees for two came to €54 , a very pleasant surprise and I would consider it to have been good value. Engebret Café - an institution in Oslo where Ibsen, Bjørnson, Grieg and Munch all had regular tables. History is engraved in the historic walls. The flourishing theatre community at Bankplassen in the 1800s created a demand for a café for actors and others. 151 years later, Engebret Café is still as popular as ever. The square the cafe is located is very pleasant with a nice little park and The Bank of Norway.

Historical atmosphere and great food in Oslos oldest restaurant. The shrimp sandwich is highly recommended - and pair it with a glass of their in-house Chardonnay!

A Taste of Norwegian Tradition! Engebret Café is a true gem in Oslo! Serving traditional Norwegian home cooking since 1857, this historic restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience in a beautifully preserved 18th-century building. The elegant white-tablecloth setting adds to the charm, making it the perfect place to enjoy authentic flavors and warm hospitality. For anyone looking to experience the best of Norwegian cuisine in a historic and elegant setting, Engebret Café is a must-visit. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What a gem of a place! Amazing atmosphere, brilliant food and the service is second to none! Would definitely recommend this place if visiting Oslo and want an authentic place to experience.

What can I say about this place..Engebret Cafe is such a gem! It’s the oldest restaurant in Oslo and there’s so much charm inside. We were lucky enough to sit at Edvard Munch’s favorite table, which was really cool as we had just left the Munch Museum. The food was just as delightful as the ambiance. We particularly enjoyed The Reindeer Steak. The meat was really tender and flavorful and the Lingonberry Sauce paired perfectly with the steak. It was so good that we were still raving about it the next day. We will definitely be coming back the next time we visit Oslo!