Continents

Grand Cafe

The Grand Hotel's Grand Cafe, a meeting place for artists and intellectuals for more than a century, offers a variety of Norwegian and international dishes, and its buffet is the largest in Norway. Dinner for two, before wine, about $100. The Julius Fritzer, also at the Grand, is the more sophisticated dining room. Named after the founder of the hotel, the restaurant serves a five-course daily menu based on seasonal fresh foods from the market and has an extensive wine list. Dinner for two, before wine, about $170. Karl Johans Gate 31. Tel: 47-23-21-2000.