The Best Burger Joints In Oslo

In the Scandinavian nation of Norway, burgers are much more than just a fast food option. There are many impressive burger shops with experienced chefs and exceptional cooking techniques. Here we start with the Norwegian capital, Oslo, with our guide to some of the best burger joints in town.

Illegal Burgers

Illegal Burgers is the perfect place to enjoy quality burgers at a reasonable price. The burgers are made to order and are grilled on charcoals. The woody scent perfectly matches with the juicy meat and creates an impressive burger experience. Make sure you visit this burger joint early as seats are very limited. Illegal Burgers © Patrick Lauke/Flickr

The Scotsman

Pub, Pub Grub

Located in Oslo city center, The Scotsman is more than just a burger shop, it is the entertainment hub of Oslo. The pub serves a fantastic BBQ burger, which is a combination of fresh vegetables and well cooked steak. This pub caters for all needs, and can keep their guests entertained all night long. Live music, live sports matches and quizzes are great ways to keep yourself relaxed and unwind from the stress of work. The bar has a wide selection of beer, including local craft beers.

Døgnvill Burger Vulkan

Restaurant, Bar, Butcher, Diner, Vegetarian, American

Døgnvill Burger Vulkan serves one of the best burgers in town. The chefs have conducted extensive research to find out the formula of preparing the best burgers. The sauces and side dishes are prepared everyday from scratch to make sure you have the freshest meal possible. This burger shop also provides a great selection of wines.

Brødre

Situated in the center of Oslo, 3 Brødre is just five minutes away from Oslo Central Station. Prepared using local tomatoes and juicy bacon, the cheese burger is a must-try. The ambiance is cozy and comfortable. With a piano bar on the second floor, this pub offers live music six days per week.

Munchies

Munchies may not have the most extravagant decoration and interior design, but this restaurant does one of the best burgers in Oslo. The classic Munchies Burger, which has blue cheese dressing, bacon and caramelized onion, is among the joint’s most popular options. The bun is well cooked and the ingredients are perfectly matched.

Nighthawk Diner

Experience a taste of America at Nighthawk Diner. This is one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly restaurants about town. Every burger served in the diner is prepared in-house, including the mayonnaise made using a secret recipe.

Burger Joint

Inspired by America’s street food culture, Burger Joint uses fresh ingredients and elegant presentation and serves an excellent burger. The Jucy Lucy burger is a must try burger, which includes a 200-gram beef patty.

About the author

Billy Poon

Born and raised in multicultural Hong Kong, Billy has learnt to appreciate the beauty of cultural diversity from a very young age. He is enthusiastic about travelling and deems every travel experience as a new way of looking at the world. Inspired by the simplicity of life, he is very interested in Scandinavian cultures and lifestyles. Billy is currently an undergraduate in The University of Hong Kong, majoring in English Studies and Geography. His training background has provided him the repertoire for travelogue writing, and the Culture Trip is a platform for him share his adventures with other world travellers .