An authentic izakaya in St. Hanshaugen — no reservations, communal energy, a central yakitori grill, and a serious Japanese-whisky collection. The yakitori skewers are the specialty; order several rounds, start with edamame and gyoza, and explore the whisky. No bookings, so arrive early evening or late, and let the convivial atmosphere build as it fills. It is the real izakaya format rather than a Westernised version — grill-centred, walk-in, and built for long, sociable evenings of skewers and whisky. The St. Hanshaugen setting and the genuine commitment to the form make it Oslo's go-to for the style.
Location
St. Hanshaugen, Oslo
Map
Plan Your Visit
Walk-in friendly
Insider Intel
Yakitori skewers are the specialty. Order several rounds. Japanese whisky selection is excellent. Edamame and gyoza to start.
No reservations - arrive early evening or late. The convivial atmosphere builds as it fills.
Authentic izakaya format - no reservations, communal vibe. The yakitori grill is central. Japanese whisky collection is serious. St. Hanshaugen neighborhood.