There's something special about Tuesdays. A day that could otherwise easily vanish into the week – not the intense Monday, not the half-free Friday – but Tuesday. At Colonel Mustard, Tuesday has become something of its own. It's quiz night, and for those who've caught the bug, it's become a fixed part of the weekly rhythm.
I remember well the first time I dropped by Colonel Mustard on a quiz night. I'd heard about the place from people I know and got an invitation a little too late to say no. We weren't particularly prepared and hadn't pictured ourselves staying long. It turned into a long evening. A good one.
The quiz – inclusive and well calibrated
There's something satisfying about a quiz that doesn't specialise too hard. Some quizzes are almost entirely about music, sport, or pop culture from one particular decade. The quiz at Colonel Mustard has a different philosophy: the questions are drawn from many different categories, which means nearly every team will have some rounds where they truly shine – and other rounds where they scrape the bottom of their well of knowledge.
It's precisely that mix that makes it inclusive. Geography questions, historical facts, music from different eras, film, TV, science – there's enough breadth that most teams find their strengths somewhere. And it creates a good dynamic around the table: everyone contributes at some point, no one sits there feeling left out.
The difficulty is well calibrated. Not so easy that it becomes predictable, and not so hard that you lose the spark. It's that little tension of "do we know this?" that keeps the mood up all evening. Some questions give an immediate aha-moment, others you can feel you know – you just can't remember right there and then. That's the frustration you want.
The venue – more than just a quiz
Colonel Mustard is one of those places clearly designed with the idea that people should actually have a good time. It's not about sitting down, ordering a drink and waiting for the evening to pass. Here everything is set up so you experience something – whether you're there for the quiz, the board games, the food, or just a quiet night out.
The board game selection is something I noticed early on. It's always nice to arrive somewhere you can start a game while you wait, or use it as a break between quiz rounds. It lowers the threshold for falling into good conversations with people you might not know that well – board games have that effect. It's a low-key activity that gathers people around the table in a different way than passive sitting.
The décor and atmosphere help make it easy to relax. It's not the clinically modern style that can make some bars a little cold in tone – here there's more character and personality to the rooms, so you settle in faster.
Food – the whole evening in one
The food is a plus that makes it easy to plan the evening. It's not unusual to end up having dinner there rather than doing it somewhere else first – it's all in one place, and that's practical. If you've got a quiz start to work around, it's much easier to arrive hungry than to stress about squeezing in a meal elsewhere beforehand.
The selection is broad enough that there's something for you whatever your mood and appetite. The food stays at a good level – it's not ambitious restaurant cooking, but it's proper and tasty, and that's what you want on a quiz night where the focus is on the social side anyway.
The outdoor seating – a bonus in the light months
One thing that lifts Colonel Mustard in the right months is the outdoor seating. There's something special about sitting outside, especially during that part of the year when Norwegians really treasure the light evenings. The mood is lighter outdoors, more open, and there's a different energy in the air.
The quiz nights work well whether you're inside or out – the place has managed to create a good atmosphere either way. But good summer evenings outside are a bonus that shouldn't be underestimated. Sitting with a glass in hand and quiz questions waiting in your head, people around you and light still outside, is exactly the kind of Tuesday evening you don't know you're missing until you've had it.
Drinks – a good selection without overcomplicating it
Beer and drinks are a central part of any quiz night, and Colonel Mustard doesn't disappoint. The selection is good enough that most people find something they like, without being so specialised that it feels exclusive. You find something that suits you, and you can switch between categories through the evening without feeling limited.
The prices feel reasonable enough that they're not something you dwell on along the way. It's the kind of place where the drink is a natural part of the evening – not something you weigh up against each other on a calculator.
A place that brings people together
The lasting impression from Colonel Mustard is exactly that: it's a place that brings people together. It's easy to turn up as a group of friends and feel you're in the right spot. But it's also a place where you can readily meet new people, have a good conversation, and leave with the sense that the evening gave something more than just the starting point.
A quiz is one of those activities that makes it easier to just meet up. There's no requirement to be in a particular mood, no need to plan anything bigger. You show up, find a table, agree on a team name – and the evening takes shape on its own.
Practical info
The quiz is held on Tuesdays. If you want to be sure to catch the next quiz – or other events at Colonel Mustard – it's smart to follow them on Facebook. They update regularly with information about times and what's on. That's the surest way to stay up to date.
If you haven't been by yet, the Tuesday quiz is a good place to start. Gather your team, order something to eat and drink, and see if you can grab a spot on the podium. It's harder than it looks – but that's exactly what makes it worth coming back for.