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Festningen

Nordic Cuisine

Fine Dining

Fish & Seafood

85

On the ramparts of Akershus Fortress, a former prison now houses this brasserie with panoramic fjord views toward Aker Brygge. The kitchen focuses on seasonal ingredients, and the wine list is extensive.

42 /50 Food

17 /20 Service

17 /20 Wine

9 /10 Style

Outdoor Dining Area

Barrier-free

Parking Space

Waterside

Accessibility: hiking trail, by bike, by lift, by car

Payment Conditions: Debit Card, Credit Card, NFC

Monday

12:00 - 23:30

Tuesday

12:00 - 23:30

Wednesday

12:00 - 23:30

Thursday

12:00 - 23:30

Friday

12:00 - 23:30

Saturday

12:00 - 23:30

Sunday

Closed

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