12 Best Craft Beer Bars in Oslo — The Reddit-Backed Guide

RØØR is the bar that Reddit overwhelmingly recommends as Oslo's #1 craft beer destination. With 64 tap lines pouring an ever-rotating selection of Norwegian, Scandinavian, and international craft beers, this is where serious beer lovers come to drink. The staff are genuinely passionate and can guide you through the overwhelming menu with ease. Located in the city center near Karl Johans gate, it's accessible from anywhere in Oslo.

💡 Insider tip: Go on a weekday afternoon for the best seat selection and unhurried conversations with the bartenders. Friday and Saturday nights pack out quickly.

"RØØR is probably the place with the best selection of beer, with Brygg in second place, and Crowbar in third."

— r/oslo

Crow Bar is one of Oslo's original craft beer pioneers and remains a beloved institution on the lively Torggata strip. They brew their own beers in-house — look for their house IPAs and stouts — while also maintaining over 20 guest tap lines featuring the best of Norwegian and international craft brewing. The atmosphere is laid-back and unpretentious, attracting a mix of locals, beer tourists, and the Torggata nightlife crowd. With over 3,200 Google reviews and a 4.5 rating, this is consistently one of Oslo's highest-rated bars.

💡 Insider tip: Torggata is Oslo's main nightlife street — start here and you can easily bar-hop to several other craft beer spots on foot.

"Crowbar — Oslo veteran bar for craft. Brew their own beer + 20 lines of always interesting choices."

— r/oslo

If RØØR is the quality champion, Brygg is the selection king. With approximately 150 beers available across taps, bottles, and cans, Brygg offers the widest craft beer selection in Oslo. Located on Storgata in the city center, the space is bright and modern. It's the perfect place to explore obscure Norwegian microbrews you've never heard of alongside established international names. Redditors consistently rank it as one of Oslo's top two craft beer bars.

💡 Insider tip: Closed on Sundays. Get there early on Fridays and Saturdays as it fills up fast. The bottle list is enormous — ask for recommendations if the menu is overwhelming.

"RØØR has like 70 beers on tap, Brygg has 150 beers on tap/can/glass."

— r/oslo

Grünerløkka Brygghus sits on Thorvald Meyers gate, the main artery of Oslo's hippest neighborhood. This brewpub brews its own beer on-site and supplements with carefully chosen guest taps. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming — think exposed brick, wooden tables, and the buzz of Grünerløkka's creative crowd. It's the kind of place where you come for one beer and stay for four. The neighborhood location means you can combine it with a stroll through Grünerløkka's vintage shops and cafes.

💡 Insider tip: Combine with a visit to RØØR and Crow Bar for a complete Grünerløkka/Torggata craft beer crawl — they're all within walking distance.

"For craft beer there are many, many options in Oslo. My personal favourite is Røør, but there is also Tapp, Brewdog, Crow Bar, Grünerløkka Brygghus, Harry & more."

— r/oslo

Schouskjelleren Mikrobryggeri occupies the atmospheric cellars of the former Schou Brewery, once the oldest brewery in Norway before it closed in 1981. The space has been lovingly converted into a craft microbrewery where you can drink house-brewed beers surrounded by 19th-century brick vaults. With a 4.7 Google rating — the highest of any craft beer venue in Oslo — this is clearly doing something very right. The beers are excellent and the historic setting gives every pint an extra layer of character.

💡 Insider tip: The cellar atmosphere is genuinely special — go in the evening when the lighting makes the brick vaults glow. It's near the Vulkan/Mathallen area, so combine with a food hall visit.

"Head on down the stairs to Schouskjelleren Mikrobryggeri at the former Schou Brewery. Schou was the oldest Norwegian brewery when it shut down in 1981."

— The Crafty Cask

Oslo Mikrobryggeri (OMB) is one of the pioneers of craft brewing in Norway, having been around since the 1990s when craft beer was barely a concept in Scandinavia. Located on Bogstadveien — one of Oslo's most popular shopping streets near Majorstuen — it brews its own beers on-site and serves them in a warm, pub-like setting. The beers lean traditional but are expertly brewed, and the location makes it an easy stop if you're exploring the western side of Oslo.

💡 Insider tip: Being on Bogstadveien makes this a natural stop during a shopping or sightseeing day in the Majorstuen/Frogner area — a different vibe from the Grünerløkka scene.

"Oslo Mikrobryggeri — one of the originals. Solid house beers and a great location on Bogstadveien."

— r/oslo

Amundsen Brewery is one of Norway's most acclaimed craft beer producers, and their downtown Oslo brewpub on Stortingsgata is where you can taste the full range fresh from the source. The space doubles as a restaurant, making it a great option for combining craft beer with a proper meal. Located near the National Theatre and the Royal Palace, it's the most centrally located craft brewery experience in Oslo. The beers range from approachable lagers to bold imperial stouts.

💡 Insider tip: This is also a full restaurant with good food — one of the better options if you want craft beer paired with a proper Norwegian meal rather than just bar snacks.

"Amundsen Bryggeri & Spiseri — great food and their own excellent beers in the city center."

— Yelp Oslo

Territoriet on Markveien is one of those perfectly curated Grünerløkka spots that does both natural wine and craft beer exceptionally well. The beer selection is carefully chosen rather than overwhelming — expect small-batch Norwegian breweries and interesting international imports. The atmosphere is relaxed and stylish, attracting Grünerløkka's creative crowd. It's a great option if you're with someone who prefers wine — both can drink brilliantly here.

💡 Insider tip: Perfect for a mixed group where not everyone drinks beer — the natural wine selection is equally impressive.

"Territoriet on Markveien is always a good shout for craft beer and natural wine in Grünerløkka."

— r/oslo

Nedre Foss Gård is less a beer bar and more an experience. Perched beside the Akerselva river waterfall between Grünerløkka and St. Hanshaugen, this restaurant and bar has one of Oslo's most stunning outdoor settings. In summer, the terrace overlooking the rushing water is genuinely magical. The craft beer selection is solid — a good range of Norwegian craft on tap — and the food is excellent. Come for the setting, stay for the beer.

💡 Insider tip: This is primarily a daytime/early evening spot (closes at 9:30 PM). Go in summer for the full outdoor terrace experience by the waterfall — it's magical.

"Good beer: Crow bar and Nedre Foss gård. Was at these 2 this week and they both have great raspberry sour beers right now."

— r/oslo

Hopyard sits inside Mathallen Oslo, the city's celebrated food hall in the Vulkan development. This is where Oslo's food obsession and craft beer culture intersect — you can grab artisanal cheese, Norwegian chocolate, and fresh seafood from other vendors while sipping a curated selection of craft beers at Hopyard. The selection focuses on Norwegian microbreweries with a few international guests. It's the most food-friendly craft beer experience in Oslo.

💡 Insider tip: Mathallen is closed on Mondays. Visit on a Saturday morning when the food hall is at its most vibrant, then settle in at Hopyard for a late morning beer.

"Hopyard in Mathallen is great for craft beer with the food hall experience — perfect for a weekend visit."

— r/oslo

Håndslag is the kind of neighborhood craft beer bar that locals love but tourists rarely find. On Youngs gate near the city center, it has a solid tap selection of Norwegian and international craft beers without the crowds of the bigger-name spots. The vibe is relaxed and unpretentious — regulars come for the beer quality and the lack of pretension. The late-night hours on weekends (until 3 AM) make it a solid option for post-dinner drinking.

💡 Insider tip: Gets going later than other craft beer bars — it's more of a late-night spot, especially Thursday through Saturday.

"Some of the more well known craft beer pubs are Crow bar, Røør, Håndslag, brygg, Henry & Sally's, and plenty more. Be prepared to pay up."

— r/oslo

Den Glade Gris ('The Happy Pig') is technically a restaurant, but its craft beer selection earns it a spot on this list. With over 5,100 Google reviews and a 4.6 rating, this is one of Oslo's most beloved dining establishments. The beer menu features a curated selection of Norwegian craft beers that pair beautifully with the meat-focused menu (the name gives it away). It's the best option if you want craft beer with a proper sit-down meal.

💡 Insider tip: Book ahead for dinner, especially on weekends. This place is genuinely popular with locals, not just tourists.

"Den Glade Gris has great beer and some of the best food in Oslo — the combination is hard to beat."

— Yelp Oslo