Good to know
Questions, answered
Everything people usually ask before they come down.
Booking
Do I need to book a table?
Booking isn't required, but we recommend it. Tables for up to 8 guests can be booked here on the website; for 9 or more, email us. Walk-ins are welcome but subject to availability, and are served from the à la carte menu. Because we smoke our meats fresh each day, some items sell out, so booking ahead is the surest way to get the full experience.
What is served when I book?
Every reservation is served our Family Pickin’s sharing platter: a daily selection of smoked meats and house-made sides, minimum two people. Our meats are smoked for up to 12 to 14 hours, so we need to know how much to prepare each day. That is why bookings are served as a set menu.
Can I choose which cuts we get?
The selection is the chef’s and changes with what is ready on the day, so specific items such as brisket are not guaranteed. Family Pickin’s lets us plan properly for every booking and gives your group the widest range of our meats and sides, and it is our best-value option for groups. USDA Prime beef brisket can be added as an upgrade, subject to availability.
Can I book for a large group?
Tables for up to 8 guests can be booked here on the website. For parties of 9 or more, email us and we’ll help plan your booking. Very large groups may be seated across several tables. For large scale events, birthday parties, weddings, corporate events or anything needed special care and assistance contact events@waydownsouth.no
Why is there a service fee for large parties?
For larger parties we usually put extra staff on so the group is looked after properly, so parties of 9 guests or more are charged an 8% service fee. Event bookings work differently: they include a dedicated event coordinator and are charged 12.5% service fee.
Can we sit on the terrace?
The terrace is heated and open for most of the year, weather permitting. Groups of 3 guests or fewer choosing the terrace may be seated at a shared table.
The food
What is Family Pickin’s?
Family Pickins is our signature sharing feast and the best way to experience Way Down South. You’ll get a generous spread of pork ribs, BBQ chicken, pulled pork, sausages and a selection of our house-made sides, chosen by the kitchen on the day. Come hungry. Upgrades are available on arrival, subject to availability.
Is there anything for vegetarians?
Yes. The barbecue mushroom burger, plus sides such as apple vinegar slaw, mac & cheese, spiced tater tots and seasonal salads. The sharing platter is meat-led, so tell us when you book if someone at the table does not eat meat.
Are you allergy friendly? Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes. We have a range of gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free dishes, and allergens are listed for every dish on our menu. If you have an allergy or dietary requirement that is not covered there, send us an email and we will check what we can do.
Visiting
Where are you?
Østre Elvebakke 7, 0182 Oslo. Down by the Akerselva river, behind Jakob church.
When are you open?
Tuesday to Friday 16–22 and Saturday 14–22. Closed Sunday and Monday.
How do I get in touch?
Call 90 22 60 90 or email howdy@waydownsouth.no for everyday questions. For large parties, events, weddings and corporate bookings, email events@waydownsouth.no.
Still wondering?
Send us a note and we will get back to you. For anything urgent on the day, the phone is quickest.