Ruffino

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Italian dining at the top of Oslo's table

At Arbins gate 1, in the heart of Oslo, Ruffino Ristorante Italiano has built a reputation that speaks for itself. Ranked among the top five places to eat in a city of over 2,000 restaurants on TripAdvisor, and awarded 2 Forks by Gambero Rosso — the authoritative Italian food and wine guide — Ruffino stands as Oslo's most recognised destination for Italian cuisine.

A room that earns its reviews

Guests describe evenings here as "elegant and fresh," "memorable," and simply "the best Italian in Oslo." With outdoor seating available alongside a warm indoor setting, the restaurant suits everything from a quiet dinner for two to a private party. The kitchen runs Tuesday through Saturday, opening at 16:00 and serving until 22:00, giving the team the focus to do things properly each service.

Taste and craft

The restaurant's own banner reads Smak og Innovasjon — taste and innovation — a straightforward statement of intent. The Italian cuisine here is prepared with the kind of seriousness that earns international recognition: Gambero Rosso's 2 Forks distinction is not handed out lightly, and for an Italian restaurant operating outside Italy, it carries particular weight. Groups are welcome and catered for with a dedicated private dining menu, making Ruffino a natural choice for celebrations and corporate gatherings alike.

With nearly 2,800 TripAdvisor reviews and consistent praise across them, the verdict from diners is as clear as the guide recognition: this is where Oslo goes for Italian.