Hub Bar is right in the heart of Oslo and keeps pace with the city from morning through to evening. It shifts from coffee and informal meetings to cocktails, wine and beer from local breweries as the day goes on. That makes it an easy place to drop by after work, whether you’re in for a quick drink or settling in while the city carries on around you. A lively spot where there’s always something happening, and where it’s easy to stay a while.

Address: Biskop Gunnerus gate 3

Pier 42 is a cocktail bar where the details truly matter. Classic techniques, clean flavours and a thoughtfully curated menu set the tone. The atmosphere is calmer than many other spots in the city centre, making it ideal for an after work drink where the conversation can unfold at its own pace. Come for a cocktail, and quite possibly another after that.

Address: Jernbanetorget 2

Hobo Bar is one of Oslo’s newer spots, with an informal and social atmosphere. The focus is on quality ingredients, with cocktails made from scratch, wine from smaller producers and beer from local breweries. You can also order small plates with a modern twist, designed to pair well with your drink. A place that works just as well for a quick stop as it does for a longer evening.

Address: Dronningens gate 23-25

Shutter Bar in Bjørvika is a natural meeting spot after work, with a modern and informal atmosphere. Start with a drink and stay as long as you like, whether you’re heading on or calling it a night there. You can also order food, making it easy to move from drinks to dinner without changing location. A great choice when you want to meet centrally and keep the evening flexible.

Address: Dronning Eufemias gate 15

THIEF BAR on Tjuvholmen offers a more relaxed take on after work. The pace is slower, the surroundings more laid-back, and the atmosphere makes it easy to leave the day behind. Order a cocktail or a glass of wine and let the conversation take its time in a bar where every detail feels carefully considered. A great choice when you want a calmer end to the day while enjoying something more refined.

Address: Landgangen 1

Vinbaren at Hotel Christiania Teater is located one floor below street level, slightly removed from the pace of the city outside. Wine takes centre stage here, with a selection that makes it easy to try something new, whether you’re in the mood for a classic or something more distinctive. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, making it well suited for a quieter after work drink. Prefer a cocktail instead? You’ll find good ones here too.

Address: Stortingsgata 16

Norda Cocktail Bar brings a sense of occasion to the evening. Here, cocktails take centre stage, from classic favourites to more distinctive signature drinks. Set high above the city, the views add an extra dimension, whether you’re stopping by after work or arriving later in the evening. A great choice when you want to start things off in a relaxed way, with a setting that naturally elevates the night.

Address: Biskop Gunnerus gate 3

Ekspedisjonshallen makes an impression from the moment you step inside. The space is grand and full of detail, with an atmosphere that stands out from much of the city’s bar scene. Start with a glass of wine or a cocktail, surrounded by a steady flow of people and energy throughout the evening. A natural choice when you’re looking for somewhere that feels like more than just a bar, and where it’s easy to move from drinks to dinner.

Address: Sommerrogata 1