Family-friendly restaurants

Kristiansands gate 2, 0463 Oslo

Family-run Mediterranean/Turkish café-bar in Sagene Samfunnshus, started in 2005 by a mother who wanted a place where you could eat in peace with children. A newly renovated play corner inside and a children's menu (including blueberry pancakes and pasta).

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✕Room for a stroller inside (vogn må stå utenfor)
• ✓Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Thorvald Meyers gate 49, 0555 Oslo

Organic bakery and café where everything is baked on site, in a large, baby-friendly space on Løkka. Build your own baguette sandwich and enjoy it in the cozy backyard or inside the café. Step-free access via the backyard. The acoustics indoors are a bit noisy, but otherwise an easy, relaxed brunch.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Lilleborg torg, Ivan Bjørndalsgate 25, Oslo

Italian pizzeria with its own play corner featuring a tent and vintage toy cars, bikes, and planes hanging from the ceiling. Children's menu with small fish-shaped pizzas, pasta, and kids' drinks. Large, airy premises between Torshov and Sagene.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Smeltedigelen 4, 0196 Oslo

Artisan bakery with great bread, pastries, and freshly pressed juice. Hosts "New-Parent Tuesday" every week — a calm, inclusive meetup for parents on parental leave and their babies.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Børsteveien 13, 0585 Oslo

Combined café and play area for children aged 0-6, with a wooden playground designed to stimulate the senses and encourage free play. You buy something at the café to use the play area. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm (check current hours).

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Rolf Hofmos gate 4, 0655 Oslo

Ice cream bar/gelateria with handmade ice cream made from local, natural ingredients, cited as one of Oslo's best ice cream spots. Located on Ensjø torg, about 100 m from Ensjø metro station, with a small play area for children.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Sigurd Hoels vei 45, 0655 Oslo

Family-run, traditional French bakery in Ensjø with freshly baked goods, coffee, and lunch dishes during the day, and Italian pizza in the evening. Described as child-friendly and wheelchair-accessible (step-free entrance).

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ?Play corner

Peter Møllers vei 5, 0585 Oslo

Burger and bowl restaurant focused on plant-based and allergy-friendly food. Orders are placed via your phone at the table.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ?Play corner

Ballplassveien 2, 1181 Oslo

Restaurant/bar/pizza place on Ekeberg (part of the Svingen group), with a children's corner and high chairs available.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Wergelandsveien 17, 0167 Oslo

Restaurant and bar in the architecturally grand Kunstnernes Hus, serving from late morning to late evening. The outdoor seating area is large and airy with plenty of room for strollers, and the big, bright indoor space leaves room for both strollers and play. Kunstnernes Hus has its own changing facilities and an elevator to the upper floors by the reception.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Hagegata/Monrads gate, 0577 Oslo

Small, cozy neighborhood café in Tøyen, named Oslo's best lunch spot by D2 magazine. Simple, good flavors with an emphasis on quality ingredients. A playground right nearby (though not the most exciting one), a relaxed vibe with other babies and parents, and a nice outdoor area with shady trees. Note: limited opening hours — currently Friday and Saturday only (and some Sundays).

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✕Room for a stroller inside (ikke lov å ta med vogn eller understell inn – heller ikke ideelt for store barselgrupper med mange vogner)
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Markveien 67, 0554 Oslo

Danish porridge concept at the bottom of Grünerløkka by the Akerselva river, serving oatmeal porridge, risotto, smoothie bowls, congee, and daal. Good vibe with friendly staff. Step-free access. Currently only one high chair available.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ●Room for a stroller inside (populært sted, kan være vanskelig å finne plass til vogn inne i rushtiden)
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Sommerrogata 1, 0255 Oslo

Sommerro House's main restaurant in Frogner — a large, historic Art Deco space with classic brasserie dishes. A little luxury in the everyday life of a new parent. Step-free access with an elevator, comfortable chairs and sofas, and a large, airy space with good acoustics.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ●Room for a stroller inside (plass til vogn ved bordet, men ansatte ikke alltid like positive til mer enn én vogn)
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Rostockgata 124, 0194 Oslo

French-inspired brasserie, bar, bakery, and pizza restaurant in the Clemens quarter in Oslobukta. Very friendly, accommodating staff who found room for as many as three strollers when asked at booking. Outdoor seating with stroller space. The food can take a while to arrive.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Waldemar Thranes gate 70, 0173 Oslo

Neighborhood bakery and café on St. Hanshaugen with made-to-order brunch dishes, including a pancake lunch. Step-free access via the back door (two small steps at the main entrance). Several indoor tables with room for a stroller alongside. Outdoor seating gets plenty of sun (can get warm for baby). No changing table, but a suitable windowsill in a roomy bathroom.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✕Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Karl Johans gate 37-43 (Paleet), 0162 Oslo

Baby-friendly branch of Åpent Bakeri right on Karl Johan, inside the Paleet shopping center. Plenty of space and many tables with room for a stroller, lots of high chairs, a relaxed atmosphere, and good acoustics. Changing table on the 2nd floor (elevator available), costs 10 kr — bring a card.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Øvre Slottsgate 3, 0157 Oslo

Cafeteria in the same building as Sentralen, serving loaded focaccia, wraps, salads, soup, and pizza. An airy, spacious venue with plenty of room for several strollers next to the tables. A perfect pairing with baby dance at Sentralen the same day.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Tordenskiolds gate 12, 0160 Oslo

Farm bakery centrally located with a view toward Aker Brygge. A large, airy space with good acoustics and a relaxed atmosphere. Several tables with room for strollers alongside, plus a large round table that's perfect for tummy-time play. Nursing-friendly chairs with armrests at some tables.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Storgata 37A, 0182 Oslo

French-inspired bistro tucked away in a lovely courtyard on Storgata. The courtyard has shade everywhere, laid-back sofas where baby can lie down, and reclining seats among the chairs. Step-free access in two spots (straight into the courtyard, or a side door into the restaurant). Welcoming, service-minded staff. No changing table, but a spacious accessible bathroom for diaper changes.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✕Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Københavngata 2, 0553 Oslo

Popular brunch spot (and pizza restaurant in the evening) in Rodeløkka/Grünerløkka. Step-free access, several tables with room for strollers alongside — table 10 is recommended for groups with 3-4 strollers. Generous portions.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Sandakerveien 100, 0483 Oslo

Neighborhood pub and restaurant in historic farm buildings at Lillo Gård between Nydalen and Storo, with lush, cozy outdoor seating. Plenty of room for a stroller at the table, both outside in the shade and inside.

• ✓Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Bøgata 10, 0655 Oslo

Cozy neighborhood café and bar on Thorbjørn Egners plass by Kampen Church, known as a pleasant local meeting spot.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ?Play corner

Bryggetorget 6, 0250 Oslo

Indian restaurant with several branches in Oslo, known for dishes like butter chicken and chicken tikka masala, with group dining and an informal, colorful atmosphere.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Dronningens gate 27, 0154 Oslo

One of Oslo's pioneering Italian restaurants, opened in 1997, with homemade pasta and pizza dough made from scratch. A relaxed "come as you are" atmosphere spread over two floors, with popular outdoor seating in the cathedral garden during summer.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Dannevigsveien 18C, 0463 Oslo

A neighborhood favorite in Sagene/Torshov with a creative pizza menu (both classic and vegan options), where all the dough is made from scratch daily.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Grefsenkollveien 100, 0490 Oslo

Restaurant high above the city in a building from 1926, serving Norwegian food with a focus on seafood and grilled dishes as well as pizza. Fantastic views over Oslo and a spacious terrace with a lavvo tent and fire pit.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Vulkan 12, 0178 Oslo

Burger chain with several branches in Oslo (Vulkan, Tjuvholmen, and Bjørvika), known for quality burgers with creative toppings and its own children's menu. A casual atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✕Play corner

Olaf Ryes plass, 0552 Oslo

One of Oslo's oldest garden restaurants, located right in the park at Olaf Ryes plass in Grünerløkka. Owned by the same family for almost 50 years, known for outdoor seating, organic ingredients, and a good selection of beer and drinks.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Veitvetveien 8, 0596 Oslo

Neighborhood restaurant in Veitvet senter with an internationally inspired menu from breakfast to dinner. Also offers catering and can be booked for birthdays and parties.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Ensjøveien 23B, 0661 Oslo

Neighborhood café in the Salvation Army's new community hall in Ensjø, with plenty of room for new-parent groups and a large play area for children just outside.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ✓Room for a stroller inside
• ✓Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Strømsveien 96, 0663 Oslo

Coffee bar and bakery at Helsfyr with its own bakery and roastery, serving freshly baked goods, fresh sandwiches, and coffee roasted in-house. Outdoor seating.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✕Room for a stroller inside (ikke lov med vogn inne)
• ✓Changing table
• ?Play corner

Munkegata 2, 0656 Oslo

Coffee bar from Oslo's oldest specialty coffee and tea shop, with a homey atmosphere in the Gamlebyen/Barcode area.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ●Room for a stroller inside (plass til noen vogner)
• ✓Changing table
• ?Play corner

Dronning Eufemias gate 16, 0191 Oslo

Branch of Åpent Bakeri in the Barcode area in Bjørvika, with coffee, baked goods, and lunch (sandwiches, salads, and more).

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ✓High chair available
• ✕Room for a stroller inside (ikke lov med vogn inne)
• ✓Changing table
• ?Play corner

Niels Leuchs vei 95, 1359 Eiksmarka

Cozy neighborhood café with cakes and soups and a large play area full of toys — very popular among families with young children. Kids can also say hello to rabbits, chickens, and budgies. Note: located in Bærum, not Oslo municipality.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner

Dronning Eufemias gate 14, 0191 Oslo

A large street food hall right in the middle of the Barcode area next to Oslo S, with around 14 different food stalls offering dishes from around the world, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Has its own play area for children.

• ?Easy stroller access (no stairs)
• ?High chair available
• ?Room for a stroller inside
• ?Changing table
• ✓Play corner