Industry · municipality
Kebab House in Nordre Follo
Analysis of the industry, companies, and development trends in the municipality of Nordre Follo in the Viken county (2016–2025), focusing on operational results, location conditions, and competitiveness in the quick-service food sector within the municipality.
Executive Summary
The kebab house industry in Nordre Follo consists of a mix of established and newly founded companies, with clear variations in operational results and revenue. Four companies are registered in the municipality, two of which operate with positive revenue and operational results, while two have zero or very low revenue. Economic data shows strong growth up to 2022, followed by a dramatic decline in 2025. The industry is most active in Ski, with two companies and 26 employees, while Langhus has a standalone business with no operational results.
Economic Trends and Operational Results
Economic Trends
Revenue for kebab house companies in Nordre Follo grew by 36.7% from 2021 to 2022, reached 38.0 million NOK in 2023, and fell to 36.1 million NOK in 2024. The most dramatic decline was recorded in 2025, where revenue dropped by 92.4% to 2.7 million NOK.
Number of employees grew by 31.2% from 2021 to 2022, reached 51 employees in 2023, and fell to 37 employees in 2025. The most significant decline was recorded from 2024 to 2025, with 32.4% fewer employees.
Operational Results
The two most active companies (Balkan Pizza & Kebabhouse As and Nye Lotus House As) had EBITDA margins of 19% and 8% respectively in 2024. However, there is a clear distinction between these and the two companies with zero revenue (Kamil Grill As and Ski Kebab Og Pizza Hassan).
Registered Companies and Organizational Forms
Registered Companies
| Company | Address | Organizational Form | Employees | Operational Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balkan Pizza & Kebabhouse As | Torgveien 2, Ski | AS | 20 | Active |
| Kamil Grill As | Tømmerveien 26, Langhus | AS | 6 | Inactive |
| Nye Lotus House As | Parkaksen 5, Ski | AS | 0 | Active |
| Ski Kebab Og Pizza Hassan | Industriveien 11, Ski | ENK | 0 | Inactive |
Organizational Forms
- AS (Stock Company): 2 companies, 26 employees, total revenue 32.5 million NOK in 2024
- ENK (Sole Proprietorship): 1 company, 0 employees, zero revenue
Geographic Distribution of Business
Distribution of Business
| Location | Number of Companies | Employees | Revenue (2024) | Operational Results (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski | 3 | 26 | 32.5 million NOK | 6.2 million NOK |
| Langhus | 1 | 6 | 0 NOK | 0 NOK |
Ski is the most important hub for the kebab house industry in the municipality, with three companies and 26 employees. Langhus has a standalone business with no operational results.
Operational Efficiency and Business Dynamics
Operational Efficiency and Risk
- Bankruptcies: No bankruptcies registered in the industry from 2016 to 2025
- Operational Results: Two companies had positive revenue and operational results in 2024, while two had zero revenue
- Stability: The industry has been stable up to 2025, but the dramatic decline in revenue and employees in 2025 indicates potential challenges
- Margins: The most active companies had EBITDA margins of 19% and 8%, while the inactive ones had 0%
Outlook for New Entrants
Development Trends
The dramatic decline in revenue and employees in 2025 (92.4% and 32.4%) indicates potential challenges for new entrants. Nevertheless, the industry can offer opportunities for:
- Market Share: Kebab house is an important part of the quick-service food sector in the municipality
- Competitiveness: The most active companies have high revenue and operational results
- Location Factors: Ski is the most important hub for the industry with three companies and 26 employees
Recommendation for Entrepreneurs: It is important to analyze the causes of the decline in 2025 and assess whether it is temporary or structural challenges. SmartGrunder can help map potential locations in the municipality with good market proximity and operational conditions.
Comparison with the Quick-Service Food Sector
- Number of Companies: 24 in the quick-service food sector vs 4 in the kebab house industry
- Revenue: 44.0 million NOK in quick-service food in 2024 vs 36.1 million NOK in kebab house
- Employees: 165 in quick-service food in 2024 vs 37 in kebab house
- Operational Results: The quick-service food sector had a decline of 11.1% in 2024, while kebab house had a decline of 5.1%
Peer Analysis (Top 5 by EBITDA):
| Company | Industry | Revenue (2024) | EBITDA (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funky Kioskdrift As Avd Ski Storsenter | Frozen Yogurt Café | 3.7 million NOK | 761.1K NOK |
| Greek & Grill As | Food Court | 2.1 million NOK | 562.0K NOK |
| Sentrum Bakeri As | Bakery | 434.0K NOK | 118.0K NOK |
| Baker Nordby Kolbotn Avd 20 | Bakery | 0 NOK | 0 NOK |
| Baker Nordby Myrvoll Avd 19 | Bakery | 0 NOK | 0 NOK |
The quick-service food sector has a broader variation of industries, while kebab house is a specialized subgroup with higher operational results in the most active companies.
Other companies in hurtigmat (not in kebab house)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funky Kioskdrift As Avd Ski Storsenter | frozen yogurt cafe | Jernbanesvingen 6, 1400 Ski | NOK 3.7M | 10 | NOK 761.1K |
| Greek & Grill As | street food | Ares vei 32, 1413 Tårnåsen | NOK 2.1M | 0 | NOK 562.0K |
| Enkel Servering As | street food | Fugleåsen 14, 1405 Langhus | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 166.0K |
| Sentrum Bakeri As | bakery | Kantorveien 9, 1410 Kolbotn | NOK 434.0K | 0 | NOK 118.0K |
| Aik Drift Oslo As | street food | Sønsterudveien 32, 1412 Sofiemyr | NOK 0 | 4 | NOK 0 |
| Awara As | street food | Skiveien 124, 1415 Oppegård | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Baker Nordby Kolbotn Avd 20 | bakery | Kolbotnveien 33, 1410 | NOK 0 | 12 | NOK 0 |
| Baker Nordby Myrvoll Avd 19 | bakery | Trelastveien 12C, 1415 Oppegård | NOK 0 | 17 | NOK 0 |
| Butt Take Away | street food | c/o Azhar Ahmad Butt|Siggerudveien 1081B, 1404 | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Food Brokers As | fast food chain | Flåtestadveien 3, 1415 Oppegård | NOK 0 | 4 | NOK 0 |
| Gryta Restaurantdrift As | street food | Gamleveien 3B, 1423 Ski | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Legendre Fransk Godteri | bakery | Ospelia 15, 1405 Langhus | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Lephan As Avd Ski | bakery | Jernbanesvingen 6, 1400 Ski | NOK 0 | 7 | NOK 0 |
| Mcdonald's Ski Storsenter Avd 23 | fast food chain | Jernbanesvingen 6, 1400 Ski | NOK 0 | 47 | NOK 0 |
| Najim Masbah | street food | c/o Big Bite Avd 502 Ski|Jernbanesvingen 6, 1400 | NOK 0 | 5 | NOK 0 |
| Råde Bakeri Utsalg As Avd 35 Ski | bakery | Jernbanesvingen 6, 1400 Ski | NOK 0 | 21 | NOK 0 |
| Sami Llc | bakery | Sønsterudveien 32, 1412 Sofiemyr | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Sapori E Sogni As | street food | Torgveien 4C, 1400 Ski | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Smoothie Xchange As Avd Ski Storsenter | fresh smoothie shop | Jernbanesvingen 6, 1400 Ski | NOK 0 | 8 | NOK 0 |
| Aik Drift As | street food | Sønsterudveien 32, 1412 Sofiemyr | NOK 0 | 10 | NOK -24.0K |
Conclusion and Recommendations
The kebab house industry in Nordre Follo shows both opportunities and challenges. With two active companies with high revenue and operational results, as well as a good location in Ski, the industry can offer potential opportunities for entrepreneurs. However, the dramatic decline in 2025 should be analyzed thoroughly before investments. SmartGrunder can help map potential locations and assess market proximity in the municipality.