DS Guide
Wondering where to eat between showroom stops—or what to do when you’ve got a spare moment? Here, we share insider picks from industry voices: their favourite spots for food, drinks, and city experiences throughout the weekend. Get great tips and see what’s close to the stop you’re at.
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Koie Ramen
Food
Authentic Japanese ramen in downtown Oslo, recommended by Studio Sløyd.
Osterhaus' gate 13
0183 Oslo
Bruun-Larsen
Drink
Cozy neighborhood bar in Torshov, recommended by Studio Sløyd.
Torshovgata 15
0476 Oslo
Little Wolf
Experience
Casual neighborhood restaurant with handmade pasta, live-fire cooking, and Mediterranean flavors. Recommended by Bjarte Sandal of Smau Arkitektur.
Geitmyrsveien 57
0455 Oslo
Roze Gastro
Drink
Neighborhood restaurant in Bislett with the perfect city vibe. Recommended by Bjarte Standal of Smau Arkitektur.
Thereses gate 20
0168 Oslo
Maschmanns
Experience
Fresh food market with sections for meat, seafood, cheese, and specialty items. There’s also an organic bakery and a pizzeria on site. Recommended by Christine Akerø (Showroom Manager at Vitra).
Karenslyst Allé 51
0279 Oslo
Peloton
Food
Café and bar with italian food, recommended by Christine Akerø (Showroom Manager at Vitra).
Drammensveien 130C
0277 Oslo
Frida Bakery
Food
Bakery and lunch spot with fair prices, sourdough bread, and really good buns. Recommended by Christine Akerø (Showroom Manager at Vitra).
Vogts gate 33
0474 Oslo
Sorgenfri
Drink
Multi-level shop-space, concept gallery and bar/café, recommended by designer Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng.
Sorgenfrigata 16
0365 Oslo
Aula
Experience
An anthropological design studio run by anthropologist Marie Sagen and furniture designer and interior architect Sara Gretteberg. Recommended by designer Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng.
Sandakerveien 26,
0473 Oslo
Kafeteria August
Food
Food and wine bar, centrally located at Tullinløkka, recommended by creative creator Per Olav Sølvberg.
Universitetsgata 9
0164 Oslo
Sommerro
Experience
Hotel with Art Deco–inspired interiors, recommended by creative creator Per Olav Sølvberg.
Sommerrogata 1
0255 Oslo
Tronsmo
Experience
Independent bookstore, recommended by creative creator Per Olav Sølvberg.
Universitetsgata 12
0164 Oslo
Norway Designs
Experience
Lifestyle store focused on Norwegian design, craftsmanship, and unique pieces. Recommended by creative creator Per Olav Sølvberg.
Lille Grensen 7
0159 Oslo
Tøyenbadet
Experience
Public swimming facility at Tøyen, recommended by Thea Fremo Amundsen (colour designer at Couleur).
Helgesens gate 90
0550 Oslo
Kollekted By
Experience
Interior design store with a curated mix of contemporary design and hand-picked vintage pieces. Recommended by Thea Fremo Amundsen (colour designer at Couleur).
Schous Plass 7A
0552 Oslo
Skaal Matbar
Food
Skaal Matbar in Grünerløkka is a perfect place to enjoy delicious small plates and great wine. Recommended by architect Nikki Butenschön.
Olaf Ryes Plass 12
0552 Oslo
Scandic Sjølyst
Experience
Book you stay at Scandic Sjølyst in Skøyen
Located in vibrant Skøyen, close to Bygdøy’s beaches and the Oslofjord, Scandic Sjølyst is surrounded by stylish showrooms and design hubs.
As a partner of Designers' Saturday, Scandic Sjølyst offers 15% discount for our visitors
St. Hanshaugen
Experience
Neighborhood with historic architecture, recommended by architect Nikki Butenschön.
Busslinje 37, 21 og 26
Nordmarka
Experience
Take a short metro ride north of the city centre and you’ll find yourself in a beautiful forest, where you can swim in one of the many small lakes and hike to one of the trail cafés—some of which serve some of the best pastries around. Recommended by architect Nikki Butenschön.
Nordmarka
Metro line 1 and 5
Rouleur
Drink
Neighborhood bar in St. Hanshaugen, recommended by Torbjørn Anderssen (designer for Anderssen & Voll and Nedre Foss exhibitor).
Ullevålsveien 16A
0171 Oslo
Grand Hotel
Experience
Book you stay at Grand Hotel in the city center
An iconic landmark on Karl Johans gate, Grand Hotel has been a historic symbol of elegance in Oslo since 1874.
As a partner of Designers' Saturday, Grand Hotel offers special discounted rates for our visitors
Deichman
Experience
Deichman library in Bjørvika, recommended by Torbjørn Andersen (designer for Anderssen & Voll and Nedre Foss exhibitor).
Anne-Cath. Vestlys plass 1
0150 Oslo
The National Museum
Experience
The Norwegian National Museum, recommended by Torbjørn Anderssen (designer for Anderssen & Voll and Nedre Foss exhibitor).
Brynjulf Bulls plass 3
0250 Oslo