Café Cathedral
Discover a charming Italian eatery in Oslo with a 4.1-star rating. Enjoy fresh ingredients and a lively atmosphere. Book your table today.
About Café Cathedral
Nestled in the heart of Oslo, this inviting spot offers a delightful Italian dining experience. With an impressive 4.1-star rating, it's a popular choice for those seeking quality food and a welcoming atmosphere. Diners frequently praise the excellent food, highlighting the use of very fresh ingredients. While some mention that certain dishes can be overcooked, the overall sentiment leans towards satisfaction with generous portion sizes. The ambiance is enhanced by the option of outdoor seating and live music, making it a versatile choice for various occasions. It's a place where you can enjoy a good meal and a pleasant evening, with friendly staff adding to the positive experience.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Café Cathedral
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
We had really nice bruschetta as a starter. My partner had reindeer steak and I had the salmon with pasta. Both the steak and salmon were overcooked which was disappointing as the food looked great. Portions are good, we left there full. Staff is nice and friendly. Had a great dining experience — the food was excellent with very fresh ingredients. I tried reindeer steak for the first time and it was absolutely delicious. Portion sizes were just right, leaving me satisfied without feeling too full. Thw atmosphere is very pleasant, and the food is VERY VERY GOOD (you should try the pasta with salmon). If I had to point out a negative point, I would say that we had to ask for water several times, but the waiters are still very nice and will always be there !
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Recent Reviews
Sara
November 2, 2025
We had really nice bruschetta as a starter. My partner had reindeer steak and I had the salmon with pasta. Both the steak and salmon were overcooked which was disappointing as the food looked great. Portions are good, we left there full. Staff is nice and friendly.
LucAbroad
June 14, 2025
Had a great dining experience — the food was excellent with very fresh ingredients. I tried reindeer steak for the first time and it was absolutely delicious. Portion sizes were just right, leaving me satisfied without feeling too full.
elisa D.
August 7, 2025
Thw atmosphere is very pleasant, and the food is VERY VERY GOOD (you should try the pasta with salmon). If I had to point out a negative point, I would say that we had to ask for water several times, but the waiters are still very nice and will always be there !
Cécé Z.
June 13, 2025
Amazing diner at the cafe cathedral. Everything was great. We didn’t wait to get a table, and our drinks came really quickly. The food was delicious we shared a pizza and some pasta and both were excellent. The tiramisu and the crumble were delicious. Dinos our waiter was truly great ! Really thoughtful and funny !
Albert
June 29, 2025
Nice location and ambiance, unfortunately that's the only good thing going for this restaurant. The pesto pasta is too salty, although the serving size is really good. The service is terrible. It took 15 minutes before someone took my order, and it wasn't even lunch rush hour. Wouldn't go back here.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Café Cathedral special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
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