Bar in Oslo, Norway
Le Benjamin
125Pearl PointsWine-led evenings
About Le Benjamin
Le Benjamin is a good Oslo choice for a wine-first date or small celebration, especially if an easier booking matters. The 2026 Star Wine List recognition gives the drinks program credibility, but choose Territoriet instead if cocktails are the main priority.
Le Benjamin in Oslo is an evening-hours option with a smart-casual dress code. The verified schedule is direct: it is closed Monday and open from 4 PM to 9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday.
The clearest public recognition signal is Star Wine List (2026). That makes Le Benjamin relevant for diners who care about that recognition, but there is not enough verified detail here to make claims about specific dishes, chef identity, pricing, seating, cocktails, or a signature service style. If the plan is an evening visit in Oslo and the confirmed facts fit, Le Benjamin is worth considering.
Book it for evening service, not late-night energy
The venue's opening pattern points to early-evening use: service runs from 4 PM to 9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. That makes it a better fit for a planned evening stop than for anyone trying to stretch the night past standard dinner hours.
For visitors comparing plans across the city, use Our full Oslo restaurants guide if the meal itself needs to be the main event, and Our full Oslo bars guide if the drinks side matters more than dinner structure.
The decision: choose it when the verified facts fit
Le Benjamin's case rests on a simple set of confirmed details: Oslo location, smart-casual dress code, evening hours, and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. There is not enough verified detail here to sell it on specific dishes, chef identity, price, or a named signature drink. That means the right booking logic is narrow: consider it when the group wants an evening plan in Oslo and the Star Wine List signal matters, not when someone needs a documented chef-driven tasting menu or a late-night cocktail counter.
For adjacent options, Jimmy's, Markveien Mat & Vinhus og Vinbaren Dr. Kneipps, Territoriet, Vintage Kitchen, and Wining are worth cross-checking depending on whether the night leans restaurant, bar, or drinks-first. Other Oslo dining rooms can also be compared generically if the priority is a different format.
Where it fits in an Oslo itinerary
Le Benjamin fits most clearly as an evening stop in Oslo rather than a late-night add-on. If the broader plan includes hotels or activities, use the relevant Oslo guides to build around the confirmed hours and dress code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Le Benjamin?
Reservation requirements are not verified here. The confirmed hours are 4–9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed, so check the venue's official channels before planning around a specific time.
Is Le Benjamin good for groups?
Group suitability is not verified here. What is confirmed is the evening service window, the Oslo location, and the smart-casual dress code; check directly with the venue for party-size details.
What's the crowd like at Le Benjamin?
The crowd profile is not verified here. The confirmed Star Wine List (2026) recognition is the main signal for diners who are paying attention to that recognition, but specific atmosphere claims should be checked with current sources.
Is the food good at Le Benjamin?
Specific dishes, cuisine, chef details, and menu format are not verified here. If you want to compare another dining option, Vintage Kitchen is a name to cross-check; if Star Wine List recognition is central to the choice, Le Benjamin has that confirmed signal.
Is Le Benjamin good for a date?
It can be considered for an Oslo evening plan because it has smart-casual dress and confirmed evening-hours service. For another comparison, Jimmy's is an option to check against your plans.
Does Le Benjamin have happy hour deals?
Happy hour details are not verified here. The confirmed public schedule is 4–9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. Check the venue's official channels for current offers or specials.
Is Le Benjamin open late?
No, not by late-night standards. It closes at 9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday and is closed Monday, so this is an evening-service plan, not a post-10 PM plan.
Location
Søndre gate 6, 0550 Oslo, Norway
Compare Le Benjamin
| Venue | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Le Benjamin | Easy |
| Territoriet | Unknown |
| Jimmy's | Unknown |
| Markveien Mat & Vinhus og Vinbaren Dr. Kneipps | Unknown |
| Wining | Unknown |
| Vintage Kitchen | Unknown |
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Also Consider
- Territoriet, Notable alternative
- Jimmy's, Notable alternative
- Markveien Mat & Vinhus og Vinbaren Dr. Kneipps, Notable alternative
- Wining, Notable alternative
- Vintage Kitchen, Notable alternative
Against Territoriet, Le Benjamin is the better call when dinner and wine need to sit together in one plan. Territoriet is the stronger cross-shop for a drinks-led night, especially if the group is focused on cocktails or a bar-first itinerary rather than a meal.
Jimmy's and Wining are useful alternatives if Le Benjamin is not available or if the group wants to keep the evening looser. Le Benjamin has the advantage for a special-occasion booking because its Star Wine List recognition gives the wine program a clear quality signal.
Markveien Mat & Vinhus og Vinbaren Dr. Kneipps and Vintage Kitchen are the peers to check when the brief is food plus wine rather than a pure bar stop. Pick Le Benjamin when ease of booking and a composed evening matter; cross-shop the others when neighborhood convenience or a different room feel matters more.
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