Frogner guide: The best palces to eat and drink in Frogner Oslo
Our Favorite Places to Eat and Drink in Frogner
Frogner is one of Oslo’s most charming neighborhoods—known for its green streets, culture, historic buildings, and some of the city’s best restaurants and shops. With Sommerro as your starting point, most destinations are just a few minutes away.
Here we have gathered our best recommendations for dining, culture, shopping, and experiences in the neighborhood.
1. Ekspedisjonshallen at Sommerro – local meeting SPOT and ALL-DAY brasserie with live jazz
Sommerro’s grand hall, Ekspedisjonshallen, is much more than a restaurant in a hotel - it has become Oslo's constantly buzzing meeting spot for travelers and locals alike, from early morning until late.
Live jazz daily – explore the hotel’s cultural calendar here for timings.
📍 Sommerrogata 1
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: 0 min
2. AHAAN & PLAH – Two Thai restaurants at Sommerro
Ahaan and Plah both serve modern Thai cuisine with bold flavors and quality ingredients, each with its own style.
Ahaan offers a lively, social atmosphere with sharing plates and vibrant dishes, while Plah delivers a more refined dining experience led by Head Chef Jim Tangen.
• Lively and social: Ahaan
• Refined and elevated: Plah
Both are located at Sommerro and pair perfectly with drinks before or after dinner.
📍 Sommerrogata 1
🚶♀️ 0 minutes
3. Cordial – A Modern Neighborhood Restaurant with Seasonal Focus
Cordial is an elegant yet relaxed neighborhood restaurant centered around seasonal ingredients, clean flavors, and a warm atmosphere. The menu changes regularly and combines Nordic produce with modern techniques.
📍 Frognerveien 11
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: approx. 4 min
4. Vadio – Portuguese Energy and Wine Bar Atmosphere
Vadio blends contemporary Portuguese flavors with a lively and social atmosphere. Expect homemade pasta, shareable plates, and an exciting wine list — perfect for a relaxed evening with excellent food.
📍 Bygdøy allé 8
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: approx. 6 min
5. Antonietta – Classic Italian Elegance
Antonietta serves classic Italian dishes in refined surroundings, with a focus on quality ingredients, warm hospitality, and timeless atmosphere. Ideal for a long dinner with pasta, seafood, and great wine.
📍 Frognerveien 12B
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: approx. 5 min
6. Brasserie Ouest – A French brasserie classic
An elegant neighborhood brasserie serving French classics, fine wines and a warm atmosphere – perfect for a relaxed evening or a celebration.
📍 Elisenbergveien 19
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: 12 min
7. Skovveien Bar & Pizza – Local bar and pizza restaurant
Relaxed and social – ideal for a laid-back evening with friends.
📍 Skovveien 15
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: 6 min
8. Credo – Award-Winning Nordic Gastronomy
Credo is one of Norway’s most acclaimed restaurants, celebrated for its uncompromising approach to sustainability, local ingredients, and refined Nordic cuisine. A destination restaurant for dedicated food lovers.
📍 Trondheim
✈️ Perfect for a culinary excursion beyond Oslo
10. Alex Sushi – Upscale Sushi in an Intimate Setting
Alex Sushi is an institution on Oslo’s dining scene, renowned for its uncompromising quality, precision, and clean flavors. With premium seafood, seasonal ingredients, and a minimalist approach to Japanese cuisine, it offers a refined and timeless dining experience.
📍 Cort Adelers gate 2
🚶♀️ Approx. 8 minutes walking distance from Sommerro
10. Oslo Raw Frogner – Raw food café
A bright and welcoming spot for raw cakes, bowls and coffee. Perfect if you’re looking for something tasty, healthy and visually pleasing at the same time.
📍 Skovveien 16
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: 6 min
10. Libertine – Elegant wine bar with an international vibe
Libertine is a sophisticated wine bar with a carefully curated wine list and small plates designed to pair perfectly. Ideal for a pre- or post-dinner drink—or an evening in its own right.
📍 Frognerveien 1
🚶♀️ Walking distance from Sommerro: approx. 5 min