Sparta
Wine Bar
Oslo, Norway
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Photo courtesy of Sparta. -
Photo courtesy of Sparta. -
Photo courtesy of Sparta.
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About Sparta
For regulars queuing outside one of Oslo’s most important clubs, Rockefeller, the opening of Sparta on the other side of the street has been an epiphany. What used to be a very dull former baptist church entrance has now been turned into an intimate and buzzing wine bar and restaurant. In summer, concert goers can have a glass of tasty wine (the wine at the club is undrinkable!) and share some super food on the (tiny) outdoor terrace. Or, they can have a full meal inside from the ever-changing snack menu. It’s a perfect venue for either pre-concert dining or merely for enjoying wine-friendly food.
As this used to be the front of a church, the design of the restaurant reflects that. The ceiling is 13 metres high, which has allowed for a mezzanine level above the main dining room, where guests can have just a glass.
Sparta’s wine list reflects the atmosphere of the restaurant, with fewer classic entries than those from newer wine regions. These are cool wines to satisfy even the quality-conscious.
The list changes constantly, mainly because many of the wines are popular or rare finds. This could be a disadvantage in some places but not here, since the service is very active when it comes to finding wines that will fit guests’ tastes. There are also some gems available that are not listed. While this is not a natural wine bar, the list does carry some wines on the natural side and, as the owners run a small wine importing company, some come from that selection, although the lion's share comes from others.
Sparta is as the name implies, and also offers top-notch cocktails, beers and ciders.
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