At Kaffistova, Norwegian food culture has been at the heart of what we do since 1901. Located in the very centre of Oslo, we serve homemade dishes based on Norwegian ingredients, solid craftsmanship and deep respect for the traditions that have shaped us. Our menu is rooted in classic Norwegian cuisine, yet constantly evolving. We preserve what people recognise and cherish – and refine it with care, in step with the times we live in. The meatballs are a good example. They have been part of Kaffistova for generations and are today among our most well-known dishes. For us, this is about responsibility: doing things properly, every single day. Since 1913, Kaffistova has been located in Rosenkrantz’ gate, serving as a welcoming meeting place for guests from all walks of life. This year we celebrate 125 years – a history we are proud of, and one that continues to live around our tables.
Open sandwiches have been a natural part of Kaffistova since the early years. At a time when Oslo was growing as a trading and travel city, people needed food that was satisfying, quick to serve – and never at the expense of quality and craftsmanship.
At Kaffistova, sandwiches have always been made fresh to order, using good ingredients and generous toppings. That remains unchanged. Fresh bread, warm toppings where appropriate, and classic combinations that have stood the test of time.
Inspired by Nordic traditions and both Norwegian and Danish serving culture, our open sandwiches are intended as complete meals – whether you are stopping by for a quick lunch or a relaxed early meal.
Simple dishes, made properly. As it has always been – and always will be.
A generous selection of Skagen shrimp salad, ½ homemade beef patty and smoked salmone.
G – M – Sk – E – F
Served with cheese cream with pickled paprika and cherry tomatoes and rock salad
M – G
Juicy beef patty with fried onions and classic potato salad.
G – Sen
Creamy Skagen salad with shrimp, crayfish tails and roe, inspired by Nordic coastal traditions.
G – Sk – M
Crispy fried fillet served with fresh salad and Danish remoulade.
G – Sen
Served with lemon, dill and homemade mayonnaise.
G – Sk – E
Smoked salmon served with light, homemade scrambled eggs – a timeless favourite.
G – E – F – M
Crisp romaine lettuce with classic Caesar dressing, chicken, bacon,
Norwegian Alpe cheese and croutons.
G – E – F – M – Sel – Sen
Recommended with: Rose, Domaine Trienne · Sognamost Aple juice
With cured ham, toasted walnuts and honey vinaigrette.
M – SEL – SU – V
Recommended with: Sancerre La Chatellenie 2023 · Sognamost Apple & Rapberry juice
With cucumber salad, Sandefjord butter and boiled potatoes.
B – M – Su
Recommended with: Bourgogne Chardonnay “Cuvée Edme”
Sognamost Apple and raspberries juice
Rich and creamy fish soup with fish, shrimp and vegetables, served with bread and butter.
M – F – Sel – Sk – G
Recommended with: Chablis St. Martin 2023 · Draft beer · Sognamost Apple juice
Servert med klassisk ertestuing, poteter og brun saus
E - M – G
Recommended with: Barbera d'Alba Superiore, Fenocchio · Nøgne Ø IPA
Nøgne Ø himla Humle (non-alcoholic)
With mushroom sauce, sautéed vegetables and potatoes.
G – So - M
Recommended with: Pinot Noir “Cuvée Edme”, Domaine Champy· Nøgne Ø IPA
Nøgne Ø Himla Humle (non-alcoholic)
With cheddar and bacon, served with French fries.
M – Sel – Sk – G – E – Sen
Recommended with: Chateau La Garde Grand Vin de Graves - Hansa draft beer
Aas Utan (non-alcoholic)
Crispy roasted Jarlsberg in brioche with salad and dressing,
served with sweet potato fries.
M – G
Recommended with: Grüner Veltliner 2023 · Draft beer · Aass Uten (non-alcoholic)
Sweet treats have always held a natural place at Kaffistova. At a time when coffee houses were important meeting places in the city, cakes, desserts and fine baking brought people together around the tables – for coffee, conversation and a welcome pause in everyday life.
At Kaffistova, we have stayed true to this tradition. Our desserts and cakes are made from scratch, with deep respect for classic pastry craftsmanship and room for careful renewal. Recipes have been passed down through generations, techniques refined over time, and the taste of something truly homemade has always been at the heart of what we do.
Our pastry chef is an integral part of the house – not an addition. Desserts and cakes are prepared with the same care and attention as the rest of the menu, and the selection follows both the season and the atmosphere of the house. Some classics return year after year, while others make shorter, seasonal appearances.
It is not about being extravagant, but about being genuine. Sweet craftsmanship, done properly – the way Kaffistova has always done it.
Kvæfjord cake with lemon cream, pistachio and almonds
M – Ma - Pis
Recommended with: Gewürztraminer Vendange Tardive 2015 · Sognamost Apple and pear juice Confectionary cake 145,-
Served with raspberry foam, cream of chêvre and chocolate sand E - M – G
Fresh sorbet made with flavours of the season.
Recommended with: Rosato Sangiovese, Dianella · Sognamost Apple & Pear juice
A selection of seasonal cakes from our in-house pastry chef
Please ask staff about today’s selection and allergens.)
Three pieces of handmade chocolates.
May contain nuts, milk and gluten – please ask our staff.
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At Kaffistova in Oslo, Norwegian cuisine is the focus! We are located in the center of Oslo where we serve well-made, and even homecooked meals. The food is prepared by happy chefs and pastry chefs – based on Norwegian food traditions. Norwegian specialties, such as raspeball, meatballs, fish gratin, lutefisk and sheep cabbage are served in season. And surely we can bet that our meatballs are the most popular in the country? In any case, we sell over four tons of meatballs a year. Did you know that if you chop all the meatballs and stack them on top of each other, you're gonna get 625 meters up in the air. Tryvannstårnet is located at 529 meters above sea level.
The first Kaffistova opened in 1901 in central Oslo. Since 1913 Kaffistova has been located here in Rosenkrantzgate.
Our guests include all groups: journalists, business people, ministers, shoemakers, lawyers, tourists, authors and students.
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