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Hi, this is Monorith.
In the summer of 2025, I took a solo trip to Norway.
In this article, I would like to introduce three coffee shops that I actually visited and really enjoyed during my trip to Norway: two in Oslo and one in Bergen.
This article is for coffee lovers.
I am not covering cafés where food is the main attraction.
What I felt while visiting coffee shops in Norway was that none of them were just stylish places. Every shop took coffee itself seriously.
I hope this article will help anyone trying to choose good coffee shops in Oslo or Bergen.
Tim Wendelboe Coffee｜Oslo
A famous coffee shop run by a former World Barista Champion
Located at the edge of the Grünerløkka area, this shop has a memorable exterior, with its entrance set right on the corner of the building.
Inside, it is a compact space with seating for about seven groups.
There are also benches outside.
Since the weather was nice, I decided to enjoy my coffee outside.
I visited around 10 a.m., and the whole neighborhood still felt quiet, as if the city had only just started waking up. It was a very calm and relaxing time to enjoy coffee.
The main brewing method here is pour-over coffee.
My recommendation is the coffee tasting set.
You are served two recommended coffees, each with a careful explanation. Even if you are not very confident in English, I think coffee lovers will still be able to follow along and enjoy the experience.
The shop mainly focuses on light roasts.
What impressed me was that the coffee did not have the lingering sharp acidity that light roasts sometimes have. Even though I do not usually prefer light roasts, I enjoyed it very much.
Shop Info｜Tim Wendelboe Coffee
Google Map
Hakone Coffee｜Oslo
A coffee shop inspired by Japanese aesthetics
The name caught my attention, so I looked it up. Hakone Coffee is a coffee shop inspired by Japanese culture.
It seems to be built around a concept that blends Japanese aesthetics and sensibilities with a distinctly Norwegian atmosphere.
Japanese readers will probably guess that the name “Hakone” refers to Hakone in Japan.
The staff were friendly, and it was lovely to see them chatting casually with regular customers.
That kind of relaxed atmosphere may also be part of what makes cafés in Norway feel so comfortable.
They offer both pour-over coffee and espresso-based drinks.
There is also a good selection of latte drinks, so I think it is an easy place to visit not only with fellow coffee lovers but also with someone who does not usually drink black coffee.
As of April 2026, they have five locations, all within Oslo.
That suggests they are a well-loved local favorite.
The photos below are from the Storgata location.
Shop Info｜Hakone Coffee
Google Map／Storgata location
Kaffemisjonen｜Bergen
A serious coffee shop where you can enjoy coffee with the streets of Bergen
Kaffemisjonen is a popular local coffee shop that is not part of a chain.
According to the shop, they select their coffees through repeated blind tastings. They source beans from several Norwegian roasters as well as guest roasters from abroad, choosing whatever they believe is best at the time. You can really feel how seriously they take coffee itself.
The shop faces a pedestrian-friendly street, and from the window seats, you can enjoy your coffee while looking out over Bergen’s calm and charming streetscape.
It is the kind of place you can casually stop by during sightseeing, yet its commitment to coffee is very real.
I would recommend it both to people looking for a café with a nice atmosphere in Bergen and to those who simply want a genuinely good cup of coffee.
Shop Info｜Kaffemisjonen
Google Map
Summary
To wrap up, here is a quick summary of the three coffee shops I enjoyed on this trip.
Tim Wendelboe Coffee
Best for people who want to experience the refinement of a truly famous shop. The tasting set is also a lot of fun.
Hakone Coffee
Best for people who value accessibility and a comfortable atmosphere. It is also a great choice for latte lovers.
Kaffemisjonen
Best for people who want to enjoy coffee at a relaxed pace while taking in the streets of Bergen.
Each shop has its own personality and charm, so if you have time, I recommend visiting all of them.
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