Syverkiosken Oslo

Traditional hotdog kiosk

Sinead from Oslo

""Syverkiosken" in Oslo is a hot dog stand, a hole in the wall that's been here for around 100 years already! They're known to have concerts on the roof..."

So I am not the biggest fan of hotdogs but they are everywhere in Norway --it's the default choice for a quick snack at the petrol station, the corner store or at late night parties. But even I have to admit that the hotdogs served at Syver Kiosken are a different caliber, in addition to it being just a cool place with a lot of history.

The hole-in-the-wall kiosk has been around for 100 years and is run by Erlend, who took over from his father, so while it may look like a modern hipster reproduction, it is the genuine article. The sausage itself is high quality and the wide variety of toppings are homemade, preferably from local ingredients which are in season, wrapped up in a potato flour wrap and washed down with another local specialty, Tøyen Cola (which is regularly sued by Coca Cola, but that's another story....).

There is no seating but hotdogs are literally made to be eaten on the run and part of the pleasure is having a chat with whomever is manning the counter when you stop by. When you are done eating, then the excellent Paul's Boutique is a short walk away for a stiff drink and some old school hip hop.

Local tip - in the summer they are even known to have mini concerts on the roof, check out their Facebook page.

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Oslo Spotter Sinead

About me My friends accuse of me of becoming more Norwegian than the Norwegians themselves. :) Since moving here in 2012, I have swapped the pub for the great outdoors (at least partially) and have fallen for Norway, and Oslo. I work with hydropower generation so I get to travel to many stunning parts of Norway but am always happy to get back to Oslo, try out a new place or relax at an old favourite. My running shoes go everywhere I do. Why Oslo Oslo is a capital city but in miniature. It has a vibrant restaurant and music scene while at the same time is cl...

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