Food and drink in Copenhagen

Explore Copenhagen’s culinary landscape through its most defining establishments. This selection spans from the city's oldest bakery, Sankt Peders Bageri (est. 1652), and the historic Konditori La Glace (est. 1870), to modern Michelin-starred venues like Kadeau and Kokkeriet. Sample traditional Danish flavors at Grøften, located in Tivoli Gardens since 1874, or visit Sømods Bolcher to see candy handmade using century-old techniques. The list also features contemporary New Nordic dining at Höst and Restaurant Barr, alongside local favorites like Lagkagehuset and Nørrebro Bryghus.

Copenhagen Food & Drink — Map

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Soemods Bolcher Candy Factory

This factory retained its old manufacturing methods, so the candy here is made the same way as it was a hundred years ago.

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Grøften

A traditional meeting place for locals and a very popular restaurant serving Copenhageners since 1874.

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Kokkeriet

This Michelin-starred restaurant will surprise you with a modern interpretation of traditional Danish cuisines.

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Konditori La Glace

Denmark's oldest confectionery, founded in 1870. It is famous for its historic interior and the Sportskage, a signature cake featuring crushed nougat and whipped cream.

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Restaurant Barr

Set in the former Noma premises, this restaurant serves dishes from the North Sea region, including schnitzel, meatballs, and traditional Danish beer and aquavit.

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Pirateriet

A restaurant that offers both delicious food and good entertainment. Come to this replica of the Danish frigates with your kids and let them…

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Lagkagehuset

A high-end bakery started in Christianshavn, housed in a building shaped like a layer cake. It is known for its sourdough bread and traditional Danish pastries.

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Andersen Bakery

A fusion bakery founded by Shunsuke Takaki, combining Japanese craftsmanship with Danish pastry traditions. Located near Tivoli, it serves organic breads and specialty cakes.

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Sankt Peders Bageri

Copenhagen's oldest bakery, dating back to 1652. It is renowned for its 'Onsdagsnegle' (Wednesday snails), a traditional cinnamon roll sold in large quantities every Wednesday.

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Höst

A New Nordic restaurant known for its focus on seasonal ingredients and its award-winning interior design. The menu highlights Scandinavian flavors in a modern, rustic setting.

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Nørrebro Bryghus

Nørrebro Bryghus is a Danish microbrewery located in the Nørrebro neighborhood of Copenhagen.

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Kadeau København

This Michelin-starred restaurant focuses on the terroir of Bornholm island. The kitchen utilizes specialized techniques like pickling, fermenting, and smoking to showcase Baltic ingredients.

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