Oslo Airport Revamps Food and Beverage Offerings

New Dining Concepts to Enhance Passenger Experience

Oslo Airport is set to undergo a major transformation in its food and beverage offerings, marking the most substantial change since the airport's expansion in 2017. Avinor has finalized new contracts worth approximately 6.5 billion Norwegian kroner with six companies to revamp the dining options over the next five to seven years.

Strategic Expansion and New Additions

Expanding Favorites and Introducing New Concepts

The new contracts, awarded to SSP Norway, HMSHost, Bit Union, Reitan Convenience, LETT, and Joe & the Juice, aim to retain and expand popular dining options while introducing fresh concepts tailored to passengers' preferences.

Commercial Director’s Perspective

Joachim Lupnaav Johnsen, Commercial Director at Avinor, highlighted the positive commercial impact of these changes:

“We believe that the modifications to our food and beverage offerings will be exciting and positive for travelers.”

New Dining Venues and Expanded Offerings

Domestic Terminal

• O'Learys Sports and Gastrobar: Expanding from the international terminal to the domestic side, replacing T.G.I Fridays. Offers sports broadcasts and a diverse menu catering to Norwegian tastes.
• Bit Union and LETT: Expanding with additional locations to meet the demand for healthy and affordable meals.
• New Venues: Trattoria Tavolare Dom., Kaffetår, PIQ*NIQ, Journey – Kitchen & Bar, Crafts – Oslo’s Gastropub.

International Terminal

• Tigerstaden Wine Bar: Located in the new square, offering a relaxing atmosphere with Italian cuisine.
• New Venues: Trattoria Tavolare Int., Bjørns Backyard, Asia Street Cooking Ltd., Barino, Mel Norwegian Bakery (square in the international area).

Non-Schengen Area

• Parken: New dining option in the non-Schengen section.

Departure Hall

• Parken: Establishing another presence in the departure hall.

Arrival Hall

• Asia Street Cooking Ltd., Oslo Food Hub: New additions to welcome arriving passengers.

Existing Popular Venues

Maintained Concepts

Burger King, Peppes Pizza, Joe & The Juice, Northland, Ritazza, Two Tigers, and Starbucks will continue to serve passengers, ensuring familiar and beloved options remain available.

Convenience and Accessibility

Grab & Go Solutions

To cater to passengers needing quick meals, several new establishments will offer convenient "Grab & Go" solutions, enhancing the overall dining experience and accessibility throughout the terminal.

Enhancing the Travel Experience

Lupnaav Johnsen concluded:

“Overall, we’re confident that these changes will elevate the food experience for travelers. We’re introducing new and exciting options while also maintaining and expanding the concepts that have already won favor with many.”