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The Spis take

A small, ambitious Spanish gastronomy restaurant on Tjuvholmen from chef Borja Martino, whose CV includes El Celler de Can Roca and Disfrutar, and it holds a Michelin recommendation. The cooking is creative and technique-driven, blending his Galician roots with top Norwegian produce, and fans call it one of the best experiences in Oslo. It's a genuine bright spot amid Tjuvholmen's tourist-priced crowd, though a minority flag inconsistent service or food that tips into precious, so go for the food and manage the room.