Copenhagen
Selma has taken the Copenhagen smørrebrød scene by storm with its innovative creations, with Danes happily baffled that a Swede (chef-owner Magnus…
Must-see restaurants in Denmark
Copenhagen
In a soaring, concrete-pillared warehouse, 108 offers a more casual, accessible take on New Nordic cuisine than its world-renowned sibling Noma. The…
Copenhagen
Gemyse pulls vegetables out of the wings and into the spotlight, using seasonal, organic produce from its own plot of land in Krogerup to create…
Copenhagen
Meaning 'barley' in old Norse, oak-lined Barr offers polished, produce-driven takes on old North Sea traditions. The small plates are a little hit and…
Nørrebro & Østerbro
Kiin Kiin serves clever, contemporary Thai. It's the only Thai restaurant in Europe to hold a Michelin star, and one of the few Michelin-starred…
Copenhagen
Slinky, sprawling, basement Llama channels New York with its cocktail-rattling barkeeps and dramatic black ceilings, the latter in sharp contrast to Llama…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Modernist Danish furniture and a muted palette of greys and greens offer the perfect backdrop to high-end, contemporary lunchtime smørrebrød. Raise your…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Cooking in the New Nordic style, Radio combines innovation in its dishes with a casual, rustic style, driven by a connection to people and landscapes. The…
Copenhagen
A proper Italian restaurant, with a northern Italian chef and mostly organic ingredients. While the fish is fresh and local, much of the produce comes…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Candlelit industrial tiles, old Danish crockery, crooked old photos: this former basement factory finds its muse in the Danish bars of yesteryear. Here,…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Hija de Sanchez serves up fresh, authentic tacos in the Meatpacking District. Expect three rotating varieties daily, from traditional choices like…
Copenhagen
The edgy younger brother of Michelin-starred restaurant Formel B, Uformel (Informal) offers a casual take on New Nordic cuisine. Expect an ever-changing…
Nørrebro & Østerbro
A reformed workingmen's bar, neighbourly Fischer serves Italian-inspired soul food like grilled flatbread topped with tomato, goat's cheese, dates and…
Copenhagen
Set in a former industrial space, Amass offers an ever-changing New Nordic menu showcasing fresh local ingredients. Under the direction of chef Matt…
Nørrebro & Østerbro
Møller is a cosy and rustic all-day-breakfast haven with a focus on quality local ingredients. Eggs, meats, cheeses, breads and more are offered…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Set in a former royal summer house adorned with contemporary, botanical murals, Mielcke & Hurtigkarl is as ethereal as its menu is heavenly. Executive…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
Concrete floors, industrial tiling and a 1000-litre aquarium meet impeccable seafood at this ever-popular, buzzy haunt, slap bang in Vesterbro's trendy…
Copenhagen
Prolific restaurateurs Henrik Laszlo and Mikkel Egelund are behind this buzzing, semi-industrial space. A hybrid Italian bistro-bar, its small plates and…
Copenhagen
Sugar and spice and all things nice is what you get at this pocket-sized organic bakery, owned by the founding father of the New Nordic food movement,…
Copenhagen
Cellar restaurant 'Marrow & Bone' has been repeatedly awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in recognition of its value for money. Its New Nordic menu can be…
Copenhagen
Right on Nyhavn canal, rustic, wood-beamed Gorm's is one of the city's best pizza joints. The bases here are thin, crispy and made with sourdough…
Copenhagen
One of Copenhagen's lesser-known talents, chef Taka Nishimura (formerly of Nobu in Melbourne) turns raw Nordic ingredients into obscenely fresh, arresting…
Copenhagen
Koefoed celebates the rugged Danish island of Bornholm, using its speciality products throughout the menu, and even as inspiration for the decor. Set in…
Copenhagen
Take an airy, vintage conservatory, add elegant, seasonal menus, and you have Orangeriet. Skirting the eastern edge of Kongens Have, its contemporary…
Vesterbro & Frederiksberg
This is the cheaper bistro spin-off of Copenhagen's Michelin-starred Kadeau. While the New Nordic grub here is simpler, it's no less nuanced and seasonal;…
Copenhagen
Perfect for breakfast, Grød turns stodge sexy with its modern, mostly organic takes on porridge. Made-from-scratch options include porridge with apple…
Copenhagen
Tucked away in Copenhagen's historic Nyboder neighbourhood, intimate, stylish Kokkeriet proudly holds one Michelin star. Beautiful local ingredients drive…
Copenhagen
Copenhagen's oldest konditori (pastry shop) has been compromising waistlines since 1870. Slip into its maze of time-warped rooms and succumb to a slice of…
Copenhagen
Petite Krebsegaarden offers a unique dining experience by drawing its culinary inspiration from the works displayed in Gallery Krebsen, located in the…
Nørrebro & Østerbro
Decked out with bold geometric floor tiles, artisan bakery-cafe Mirabelle is owned by Michelin-lauded chef Christian Puglisi, who also owns popular…
Copenhagen
Kanalen offers an irresistible combination: beautiful, modern Danish food and a canal-side location. While the lunch menu delivers competent renditions of…
Copenhagen
It might look like a Vogue photo shoot with its white-on-white interior and vintage glass ceiling (typical of old Danish pharmacies), but Atelier…
Copenhagen
This Nordic deli stocks the top products from various small-scale Danish farms and food artisans. The cheese selection includes Thybo, a beautiful, sharp…
Copenhagen
Kong Hans Kælder was the first French restaurant in Copenhagen when it opened in 1976, and the city's first restaurant to hold a Michelin star. Kong Hans'…
Copenhagen
Dark, svelte and contemporary (we love the dramatically back-lit bar and organically shaped crockery), The Market pumps out vibrant pan-Asian dishes like…
Copenhagen
Danes love a good pølse (sausage), and hot-dog vans are ubiquitous across Copenhagen. DØP is the best, with a van right beside Rundetårn (Round Tower)…
Copenhagen
Charming Bertels serves up sublime slices of what's widely considered to be the best cheesecake in Copenhagen. The offerings – which rotate seasonally –…
Copenhagen
Chef Ida Davidsen is the fifth generation of her family bring smørrebrød to the masses; founded in 1888, the restaurant is considered something of a…
Copenhagen
Sankt Peders Bageri is the oldest bakery in the city, dating back to 1652. Famed for its cinnamon rolls, its mouthwatering selection also includes…
Copenhagen
Treat your body at this hip, healthy eat-in or takeaway. The deal is 100% plant-based food, including vegan burgers, sandwiches, and bowls. If it's still…
