Grünerløkka represents many of the most urban and trendy restaurants in Oslo, but you can also find even better spots for breakfast and lunch. Food Story is a natural choice for a light lunch with its organic philosophy. It looks like a store from the outside (here you can buy assortment of organic food and drink products, such as coffee, tea, oils, pasta, vinegar, sauces, and spices), but inside there’s also a few seats for those who don’t mind the lack of privacy when eating. More than likely you will share a table with other guests.
The atmosphere
The restaurant Food Story is somewhat hidden behind its façade of being an ecological food store, but still central in the hip area of Grünerløkka. And when you enter inside it IS very Grünerløkka. There are friends and families gathered around the 10 (!) tables chatting away about their lives and expectations, just as you’d expect when dining in this area. During the summer months it is also possible to sit outside, but there’s only about four window seats.
The menu
Organic. Limited. Tempting for a meat-lover. Children’s menu.
The dish
I ordered the Chicken Salad with chicken from Jæren (Rogaland) and seasonal vegetables, feta cheese, and lenses. To me the meat always looks more exclusive when its origin is in print, but from experience it does not make a difference on the plate. The chicken was fresh, but tasteless. The feta cheese was the greatest disappointment; too much taste and I don’t like it when the cheese is the most distinct part of a meal. Seasonal vegetables included tomatoes, not my favorite. If I come back it’s not for the Chicken Salad.
Price tag: 169 NOK.
Food Story @ Grünerløkka
My rating: ♥♥
