About
Grotto, located in Oslo's lively St. Hanshaugen district, offers a delightful garage bistro and cave experience at an appealing price. Known for its vibrant social atmosphere, the spot balances casual charm with fashionable flair, making it perfect for both family dinners and solo outings. With a Google rating of 4.3, visitors rave about its "Veldig god mat" and the rich, balanced flavors of dishes like the famous Potetmosen, Halibut for 2, and uniquely twisted Østers med vri.
Grotto caters to diverse tastes, providing organic options alongside a varied menu featuring small plates, desserts, and late-night bites. Whether you're sipping on a carefully selected wine, indulging in a creative cocktail, or just relaxing over a leisurely coffee, the drink offerings complement the diverse meal options, including those with a penchant for oysters and gourmet tartare.
The welcoming and inclusive environment is underscored by its LGBTQ-friendly stance, private dining facilities, and professional, warm service. Ideal for tourists and locals alike, Grotto ensures a cozy dining experience where reservations are recommended but not mandatory. From buffet delights to intimate dinners, it's a go-to spot for those seeking a memorable meal imbued with rich flavors and a lively atmosphere.
Price
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Services
Reservations available, Dine-in, Reservations recommended
Dietary options
Organic options
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Dine-in
- Reservations recommended
- Organic options
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Small plates
- Late-night food
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Casual
- Cozy
- Family dinner
- Solo dining
- Paid parking
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Pets allowed outside
- Buffet
- Toilet
- Private dining room
- Welcomes LGBTQ
- Popular with tourists
Menu
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Veldig flott lokale og veldig god mat. Potetmosen er den beste jeg har hatt i hele mitt liv

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Excellent meal! We dined on a Sunday night - and a reservation was needed. The halibut for 2 was phenomenal - perfectly cooked. Our server was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. We loved our meal.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Veldig god opplevelse på alle måter. Østers med vri og tartaren var strålende! Jeg kommer tilbake 🙌🏻
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Grotto?Grotto is located at Hallings gate 5, 0170, Oslo, St. Hanshaugen, Norway.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop St. Hanshaugen (264 m walk)
- Bus stop Stensberggata (128 m walk)
- Bus stop Nordahl Bruns gate (381 m walk)
- Bus stop Sofies plass (327 m walk)
- How is Grotto rated by visitors?Grotto has an average rating of 4.3 based on 126 reviews across platforms such as Google.
- Is the venue pet-friendly?Grotto is pet-friendly, but pets are allowed only in outdoor areas.
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