We Graciously Thank You for These New Outdoor Seating Areas

As Aftenposten celebrates the arrival of warmer weather, we are thrilled to present a curated list of 12 new and noteworthy outdoor seating areas across Oslo. After a long winter, the opportunity to socialize and enjoy the sunshine is paramount, and these establishments offer delightful new options for residents and visitors alike.

We begin with Rodeo, which opened in February to critical acclaim and boasts a fantastic outdoor space, even featuring seating on the stairs. Kalifornien, a bar with a day-drinking concept, has enhanced its outdoor area, allowing patrons to enjoy both indoor and outdoor seating simultaneously. Magnolia, from the team behind Fat City and Eff Eff, guarantees sunshine and offers small plates, also available for lunch.

Rikkes hage, the successor to the beloved St. Pauli Biergarten, serves excellent snacks from talented chefs. Notably, it's only open when the sun shines. 5555, now with a second location on Grünerløkka, offers a gigantic outdoor seating area by the river, perfect for enjoying their pancetta pizza. For those seeking shade, Schævs specializes in Neapolitan pizza, with most pies under 200 kroner, providing a cool respite.

Further recommendations include Libertine, a food and wine bar in Bjørvika with excellent sun conditions, ideal for enjoying oysters by the water. Åpningstidene, the newest bar from Frendensborg (home to Eff Eff and Coffee and cigarettes), ironically has limited opening hours but offers a great spot. Bar Lupo, which took over Løkka deli's space, serves Italian small plates and Birra Moretti on tap. Finally, Corso impresses with its waterfront seating and delectable open lasagna, while Credo, the renowned restaurant, has expanded its offerings to include a food bar, bakery, and canteen with outdoor seating.

These additions represent a vibrant expansion of Oslo's culinary and social scene, offering diverse experiences from casual pizza joints to sophisticated wine bars. We at Aftenposten are delighted to see these new venues enhance the city's appeal, especially as the weather encourages outdoor enjoyment.