Amundsen Bryggeri & Spiseri
Amundsen Bryggeri & Spiseri is a craft brewery and restaurant at the Tjuvholmen end of Aker Brygge, where the waterfront development meets reclaimed land. The brewery produces its own beers on-site, visible through glass panels separating the brewing operation from the dining area. The space is large and industrial-modern, with concrete floors, high ceilings, and brewing equipment doubling as decor. Seating capacity runs to about 250 across the main dining room, a mezzanine level, and an outdoor terrace facing the fjord. The beer list features 10-12 house brews alongside guest taps from Norwegian and Scandinavian breweries. Styles range from accessible lagers and pale ales to more adventurous sours, barrel-aged stouts, and seasonal specials. The food menu pairs with the beer: smoked meats, burgers, sharing platters, and Norwegian seafood. Weekend brunch draws a different crowd than the evening beer enthusiasts. The terrace becomes the main attraction in summer, offering views across to the Bygdoy peninsula and the fjord islands.
What to Expect
A bright, open brewery space with the smell of malt and hops in the air. The brewing tanks are visible behind glass, and the bar stretches along one wall with a row of taps. The atmosphere is casual and beer-focused, with groups sharing tasting flights and plates of food.
Open, social, and beer-forward. The brewing equipment adds industrial charm to what could otherwise be a generic waterfront restaurant.
Background indie and rock. The focus is on beer and food, not music.
Casual. Brewery culture means no dress code beyond basic decency.
Craft beer enthusiasts who want to try Norwegian-brewed beers in a waterfront setting.
Cards only.
Price Range
House beer NOK 100-130, guest taps NOK 120-150, burgers NOK 220-260, sharing platters NOK 280-380
House beer ~$9-12/~8-11 EUR, burgers ~$20-24/~19-22 EUR
Hours
Mon-Thu 11:00-23:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-01:00, Sun 12:00-22:00
Insider Tip
Ask for the tasting flight of four house beers (NOK 180) if you want to sample the range. The smoked brisket burger is the best thing on the food menu. Terrace seats go fast on summer evenings, so book a table or arrive by 5 PM.
Full Review
The entrance sits at the western end of Aker Brygge, where the original wharf development transitions into the newer Tjuvholmen area. The building is purpose-built for brewing, and the stainless steel tanks behind glass walls are the first thing you see. It's not decorative; they're actively brewing in there, and the malt smell confirms it.
The beer selection is the main draw. House brews cover a range from a clean pilsner to experimental barrel-aged offerings. The brewing team rotates seasonal specials, so the tap list shifts every few weeks. A tasting flight of four 150ml pours costs NOK 180 and is the smart way to explore. The guest taps bring in beers from other Norwegian and Scandinavian craft breweries, so even regular visitors find something new.
Food pairs well with the beer program. The smoked meats are done in-house, and the brisket burger is a genuine standout. Sharing platters with cheese, charcuterie, and smoked fish work well for groups working through multiple rounds. The kitchen also does a weekend brunch that's more restaurant than pub, drawing families and late risers.
The terrace wraps around the building's fjord-facing side and is the premium seating in summer. Views stretch across to Bygdoy and the islands, with sailboats and ferries passing regularly. Inside, the space is large enough to absorb crowds without feeling cramped, which distinguishes it from the more intimate bars further along the strip. It's not the place for a quiet cocktail date, but for a social afternoon of tasting beers with a group, it hits the mark.
The Neighborhood
Located at the transition point between Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen, close to the Astrup Fearnley Museum and The Thief hotel. The sculpture park on Tjuvholmen is a 2-minute walk and makes a good post-beer stroll.
Getting There
Tram to Aker Brygge, then walk west through the development to the Tjuvholmen end. From Nationaltheatret T-bane, it's about a 15-minute walk along the waterfront.
Other Venues in Aker Brygge
Aker Brygge Rorbua
Nautical-themed pub right on the wharf serving Norwegian seafood and beers. Rustic wood interior with harbor views and a popular outdoor terrace in summer.
Lekter'n
Floating bar on a barge in the Aker Brygge harbor. Open-air seating directly on the water. Seasonal operation from May through September. One of Oslo's most popular summer spots.
Skuret
Cocktail bar in a converted dockside warehouse with exposed brick walls and industrial fixtures. Inventive cocktail menu that changes seasonally. Attracts a late-twenties to forties crowd.
The Thief Bar
Rooftop cocktail bar at The Thief hotel on Tjuvholmen. Panoramic harbor views and a curated cocktail list. Upscale dress code and crowd. One of Oslo's most exclusive evening spots.
Cargo
Multi-room nightclub and bar on the waterfront with a large outdoor terrace. DJs play house and electronic music on weekends. One of the few proper clubs in the Aker Brygge area.