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All the Michelin star restaurants in Oslo – 2023 edition

The Nordics • Eat & drink • All the Michelin star restaurants in Oslo – 2023 edition

The full list of Oslo’s 2023 Michelin star restaurants

Oslo, a city already distinguished by its vibrant culinary scene, has spectacularly upped the ante in 2023, ushering in a golden era of gastronomy. Not one, not two, but five stellar establishments have been bestowed with their inaugural Michelin star, each marking a delicious highpoint in Norway’s capital culinary journey. These new arrivals, each unique in their flavour profiles and cooking techniques, further solidify Oslo’s status as a premier dining destination on the global stage. Here is the updated list of Oslo’s 13 Michelin stars of 2023, bestowed upon 11 remarkable restaurants.

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Maaemo

As the founder and head chef of Oslo’s only three-star Michelin restaurant, Esben Holmboe Bang has set an exceptionally high bar for himself and his team. Maaemo, a name that derives from the ancient Norse word for ‘Mother Earth’, indicated where his priorities lie. He makes sure that all produce on the set menu is either biodynamic, organic or wild. As such, Maaemo is an exploration of the Norwegian terroir. Guests are invited to enter a dramatic, dimly lit space with high vaulted ceilings, designed by local firm Radius design, that feels both sophisticated and clandestine at the same time.

Read the full article on Maaemo.

Maaemo
Dronning Eufemias gate 23
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Maaemo

À L’aise – new entry

Capturing the essence of French culinary finesse in the heart of Oslo, À L’aise, helmed by the proficient Danish Chef Ulrik Jepsen, leaves no stone unturned in delivering an unparalleled gastronomic experience. With stints at Waterside Inn in England and Kokkeriet in Denmark, Jepsen’s expertise shines through in beautifully crafted dishes that marry Norwegian ingredients with robust French flavours. The restaurant exudes understated elegance with carefully handpicked décor, mirroring Jepsen’s meticulous approach to food. A much-lauded speciality is the classic canard à la presse, coupled with an array of remarkable sauces, signifying Jepsen’s commitment to tradition alongside innovation.

À L’aise
Essendrops gate 6
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of À L’aise

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Hot Shop

Hot Shop, named after the sex shop that formerly housed the premises, is part of Oslo’s semi-fine dining scene – an unofficial movement that serves up high-quality fair at reasonable prices in fringe locations on the outskirts of town. Founded by Jo Bøe Klakegg and Siri Haslund, partners in life and business, this casual neighbourhood bistro has a Nordic-style simple five-course dinner where local produce is front and centre. Veggies as food porn, in other words.

Hot Shop
Københavngata 18
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Hot Shop

Hyde

At the exact address that used to house an Oslo restaurant icon – Pjoltergeist – is Hyde, another must-visit eatery in the Norwegian capital. The music, which is cranked up, and the lights, which are dimmed, give an almost nightclub-y vibe. It is in this casual setting that British chef Matthew North serves up his punchy dishes, created with a few simple quality ingredients. When you reserve a table, there’s a set menu, but if you enjoy a more spontaneous menu with smaller dishes, drop by for a spot at the bar.

Hyde
Rosteds gate 15B
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Hyde

Kontrast

At New Nordic restaurant Kontrast, Swedish-born chef Mikael Svensson and his team have created deeply rooted collaborations with a number of local artisanal purveyors of vegetables, meats, sea foods and dairy products. The outcome is a menu of mid-sized dishes made with the best the region has to offer, served in a stark and hip space located in the revitalised Vulkan industrial area.

Kontrast
Maridalsveien 15a
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Kontrast

Mon Oncle – new entry

Adding a spark of vintage French gastronomy to Oslo’s thriving food scene, Mon Oncle – adorned with a Michelin star in 2023 – is an intimate culinary haven named after a classic Jacques Tati comedy. Under the stewardship of Esben Holmboe Bang, famed for his work at Maaemo, the restaurant delights with an ensemble of French classics, meticulously crafted by toque-clad chefs, featuring the likes of beef Bourguignon and crêpes Suzette. Emanating the ambience of a luxurious French bistro, every visually striking dish reinforces Mon Oncle’s celebration of the lavish and rich tapestry of French cuisine.

Mon Oncle
Universitetsgata 9
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Mon Oncle

Sabi Omakase Oslo – new entry

Sabi Omakase Oslo is the brainchild of young chef Airis Zapa, a unique theatre where Nordic ingredients meet Japanese precision. In an intimate setting, 12 guests witness Zapa’s expertise, each bite an unforgettable blend of Norwegian fish and traditional sushi techniques. Over three hours, a tantalising omakase menu unfolds, enhanced by bespoke wine, sake or juice pairings. Awarded a Michelin star in 2023, Sabi Omakase doesn’t just offer food, but an extraordinary gastronomic story brought to life.

Sabi Omakase Oslo
Ruseløkkveien 3
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Sabi Omakase Oslo

Savage – new entry

Unleashing a mélange of global flavours in a Scandinavian context, Savage, Att Kvadraturen hotel’s culinary highlight, sparks a gastronomic revolution under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Andrea Selvaggini. Known in his childhood as the ‘wild one’, Andrea embraces his nickname Savage in his bold culinary approach. The 2023 Michelin-starred restaurant showcases the team’s international expertise, bringing a fresh perspective to traditional Scandinavian cuisine, as it continuously evolves, refining and redefining the boundaries of taste and presentation.

Savage
Nedre Slottsgate 2
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Anne Valeur and Savage

Schlägergården – permanently closed

On the outskirts of Oslo, in a listed 18th-century listed farmhouse, Swedish chef Björn Svensson opened his latest venture Schlägergården in 2021. The historic property has been painstakingly restored by architect and interior designer Kristina Line in close collaboration with the National Archives of Sweden. The vibe is casual and homey, the food is seasonal and local.

Schlägergården
Lilleakerveien 30
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Kari Kjøsnes and Schlägergården

Stallen – new entry

Under the rustic beams of a repurposed stable, Stallen serves up an unpredictable culinary voyage into Norway’s food traditions, nature, and local ingredients. Its Michelin-starred chef, Sebastian Myhre, with an experience-laden past featuring culinary giants like Thomas Keller, handcrafts a daily evolving menu. Guests are received in the kitchen, where they can choose to dine amidst the culinary theatre or retire upstairs for a more intimate setting. With 20 to 25 servings in their seasonally adaptive menu, Stallen delivers a dining experience that is as deliciously unpredictable as it is steeped in Nordic authenticity.

Stallen
Underhaugsveien 28 Stallbygning
Oslo
Norway

Photography courtesy of Stallen

Statholdergaarden

For a Norwegian classic, head to Statholdergaarden, one of the city’s first fine dining venues and keeper of the country’s longest-standing Michelin star. The premises is a charming 17th-century house in the middle of town: all three dining rooms feature beautiful antiques, ornate stucco ceilings and antiques. Expect classic Norwegian cuisine with a contemporary French twist.