Café
Tim Wendelboe
Grüners gate 1, 0552 Oslo 1 hour
IndoorsCoffeeIndoorsDaytimeRelaxedCasual
A small, bright venue in Grünerløkka, run by a former barista world champion. Here, everything revolves around the coffee, and the staff are happy to explain what you're drinking without being condescending.
Why this works as a date
Quiet enough that you can actually hear each other, and the coffee provides a natural topic of conversation if the chat slows down.
What to order
Ask for the daily filter coffee and share a cortado to taste two completely different things.
Best time to go
Weekday mornings, when there are free tables.
Estimated total cost
200-300 NOK for two
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