Restaurants in Copenhagen: 20 good places to eat for every taste

 

Restaurants in Copenhagen: 20 good places to eat for every taste is written by The editorial staff, RejsRejsRejs.

A city full of delicacies: visit these good restaurants in Copenhagen

Copenhagen is full of gastronomic experiences, and it's easy to get lost in the food jungle. Where to eat? What to eat? Where to get the most bang for your buck? It doesn't have to be Michelin, and it doesn't have to be where everyone else goes.

At the editorial office, we love going out and trying the city's many culinary offerings, and we have gradually built up a portfolio of favorite restaurants where you both get great value for your money and leave feeling full.

So here are our 20 favorite places to eat where we can immerse ourselves in a world of food without breaking the budget next time. Copenhagen is calling. Well-comfortable and Have a nice trip to Copenhagen.

Good restaurants in Copenhagen for quick hunger

Below you will find the cafes and restaurants where you can quickly satisfy your hunger.

The locations aren't the most obvious for long, cozy meals where you look each other deep in the eyes. On the other hand, the food comes quickly, and much of it is the type of food you can easily take with you if you're heading further into town.

Kösk Kebab

If you are near Nørrebro, you will see kebab places everywhere. The quality varies, although they are all cheap. If you want good kebab made over a real charcoal grill, then Kösk Kebab a place to try.

The food is delicious, authentic and cheap.

Kösk is located on Frederikssundsvej, close to Nørrebro Station. It is an area that has seen a lot of revitalization in recent years.

Vandkunstens Sandwich - places to eat in Copenhagen with a good view

If you want a good sturdy sandwich, then is Water Art Sandwich definitely the place you should go.

They make delicious, fresh sandwiches with many exciting combinations. They have two locations in Copenhagen – one on Torvegade in Christianshavn and the other in Rådhusstræde, on the corner of Magstræde, one of Copenhagen's coziest streets, which exudes medieval city and history.

If the weather is nice, you can stroll around the corner, sit on a bench along Frederiksholms Kanal and enjoy the view of Christiansborg Palace while you eat your food.

District Tonkin – one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in Copenhagen

craver you crispy coriander and dishes that fire up under the taste, you must visit Tonkin District – one of Copenhagen's best Vietnamese restaurants.

The menu is packed with delicacies from Vietnam with everything from tasty snacks to enjoyable noodle dishes and even at affordable prices.

District Tonkin has two restaurants; on Store Kongensgade in the Inner City and Broens Gadekøkken in Christianshavn. And if the weather is nice, it's a good idea to take the food with you as a takeaway to the Lakes or Kongens Have.

Broens Gadekøkken - wide selection of many places to eat in Copenhagen

Just across the Inderhavnsbroen bridge from Nyhavn you will find many various food stalls, which has everything from desserts to burgers and spicy Latin American dishes. It's not that cheap, but there are many different options. If you're in a group, you're sure to find something everyone likes.

Broens Street Kitchen is located next to Papirøen and more specifically in Strandgade. If you are near Nyhavn, you can walk or cycle across the bridge to Christianshavn. The whole place is surrounded by water, so you are guaranteed a beautiful view while enjoying your food.

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Stefano's Pizzeria

If you fancy a really good standard pizza or a lovely burger with goat cheese – our own favourite – then Stefano's Pizzeria the place for you.

The food is straightforward without too many frills, and the price is accordingly. The base is crispy and the cheese is soft – you can hardly ask for more.

The restaurant is located on Stefansgade and Jagtvej in Nørrebro and Ourøgade in Østerbro.

Scurry Hub - restaurants in Copenhagen to-go

Scurry Hub is a cheap and incredibly delicious Asian restaurant that serves rice and noodle dishes á la Thailand. Vegetarian versions are also available. The restaurant is located in Fiolstræde in the Inner City, close to Nørreport Station. 

They don't have much seating, so if the weather is nice, it's a good idea to take your food to Ørstedparken, which is located nearby.

Café Globen

Café Globen is home to the De Berejstes Klub and hosts a variety of events and lectures about travel. The café does not serve food, but you can do something else smart: bring your own food. You can pick up food from one of the many cafés and eateries nearby, such as the excellent Nepali restaurant next door, or pack a lunch box and sit down at the café.

There is a cozy atmosphere, the opportunity to buy good drinks and, not least, you can learn about exciting travel destinations. Café Globen is located on Turesensgade, right next to Ørstedsparken and close to Torvehallerne.

Good restaurants in Copenhagen - for the cozy meal

We Danes love to have fun - especially over food.

If you have plenty of time for a nice breakfast, lunch or dinner, the restaurants and cafés below are good places to try.

Nozomi Sushi

If you are looking for delicious all-you-can-eat sushi for cheap money, is Nozomi Sushi just something for you. You get an order form and can order exactly what you want – without having to stand in line at a buffet or stress at conveyor belts. Japanese in the easy way.

Nozomi Sushi is located on Store Kongensgade, close to Nyhavn.

If you've spent the day in this cozy part of Copenhagen, but don't want to eat at one of the more touristy restaurants, Nozomi Sushi is a good choice.

Halifax – build a burger with inspiration from around the world

Halifax is a cozy burger restaurant where you can try burgers inspired by all over the world – for example a Copenhagen burger, a Zurich burger or a Crete burger.

The restaurant has several locations in Copenhagen and has a relaxed and cozy atmosphere with room for friends, family and a quick bite alone.

A perfect place for a quick but delicious dinner or lunch.

Neighborhood

Neighborhood is a restaurant that focuses on gourmet pizza and drinks. You might think it's a bit of an odd mix, but it works surprisingly well.

At first glance, the prices for pizza seem high, but the food is incredibly delicious, organic and not reminiscent of the classic pizza from the grill bar.

They have several locations in Copenhagen now – one at Kastrup Airport in Terminal 3, one in Ølhaven in the city center and one in Haven by Nørrebroparken.

El Meson – restaurants in Copenhagen that give the feeling of Spain

El meson is the place to go if you want to have authentic Spanish tapas. It is the oldest Spanish restaurant in Denmark, and you feel the southern atmosphere as soon as you walk in the door. On the menu you will find all kinds of tapas dishes and many different Spanish wines.

You can easily dream away to Spain, even though you are sitting in the middle of Copenhagen. The restaurant is located a few minutes from Nørreport, so it is easy to get to and from the restaurant.

The Grand Rouge

Le Grand Rouge is a charming waterfront restaurant in Copenhagen with beautiful sea views.

Here you can enjoy French classics at great prices in a relaxed and cozy atmosphere – perfect for both lunch and dinner with friends, family or a special night out.

You will find the restaurant in Christianshavn, and in the summer the restaurant also offers dining on their terrace, so you can enjoy the idyllic harbor atmosphere while you eat your meal.

The club - one of the classic Danish restaurants in Copenhagen

If you love good old-fashioned Danish food and can't stand Asian fusion cuisine or pizza with truffle oil and goat cheese, then Restaurant Club just you.

Here you can eat your fill of Danish classics at a fairly reasonable price. It's hard to resist. The restaurant is located on Enghavevej in Vesterbro. It's close to Carlsbergbyen, Enghave Plads and Vega.

Send More Spices

If you really want to taste the world, you should go to Send More Spices. Here they prepare dishes from Pakistan, Cambodia, Somalia, Morocco or a whole fifth place.

They have both lunch and dinner and a dish of the day at a low price. There is also a cozy communal dining experience from time to time.

This exciting café is located in two locations; one in Nørrebrohallen by Den Røde Plads, and the other on Nørre Allé right by Sankt Hans Torv.

Magasasa – one of the best Chinese restaurants in Copenhagen

Magasasa makes delicious Chinese food that is both affordable and adheres to some of the traditional dishes from China.

They have four different restaurants, two of which have a slightly more focus on cocktails and fusion food, and the other two have more classic dishes.

One of those with the more classic dishes is located on Istedgade right next to Copenhagen Central Station. If you are interested in cocktails and fusion food then try their restaurant on Flæsketorvet in Kødbyen.

Smör - one of the finer on the list of restaurants in Copenhagen

Now that you're on a trip and have taken some pocket money with you, so be it Butter a really good place to go. It's a lunch restaurant with fantastic open sandwiches and warm dishes. It may not be the cheapest solution when you're hungry. But in return you get one of the best open sandwiches experiences Copenhagen has to offer – and even at the National Museum in the middle of the city.

We Danes know what a highly-toasted smörrebrød is, so it takes more than the combination of rye bread and cold cuts to impress us. And if we're going to buy it for a high price, it has to be something out of the ordinary. That's Smör.

Restaurants in Copenhagen for the vegetarian and vegan

Although Denmark is known for smørrebrød and pork, fortunately there are plenty of alternatives to meat.

As a vegetarian or vegan, you can just go on an adventure in the culinary Copenhagen map. Almost all Copenhagen restaurants have a really good vegetarian and vegan selection on the menu. The city is so on the green wave.

Below is a little to start with.

Bistro Verde

Bistro Verde is a cozy vegan restaurant with a focus on fresh and tasty dishes made from seasonal ingredients. Here you can enjoy bistro dishes in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere – perfect for both lunch and dinner.

You will find the restaurant at Sankt Annæ Plads, located in the Amalienborg district in the Inner City, close to Nyhavn and the Marble Church.

These were the editors' top 20 best restaurants in Copenhagen when you want to have a really good dining experience in Copenhagen. And remember, there are also many lovely cafes og wine bars in Copenhagen, which you can test before or after the restaurant.

Have a good trip and get well!

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What to see in Copenhagen? Sights and attractions you can easily combine with a trip to a restaurant in Copenhagen

• Zoo
• The blue Planet
• Tivoli
• Baking
• The National Museum
• Round tower
• The little Mermaid
• Experimentarium
• The Glyptotheque
• The Open Air Museum
• Rosenborg Slot
• Christiansborg Castle
• Amalienborg Castle
• Kronborg castle - UNESCO World Heritage Site
• the Kings Garden
• Strøget