Best smørrebrød and other traditional Danish food
A truly Danish food experience, you can get at lunch time in Copenhagen with the renowned smørrebrød (open faced sandwich). But at dinner you should treat yourself to some other Danish classic dishes too. They might claim less internatinal fame, but are loved by locals - for good reason.
Invariably based on rye bread, smørrebrød can have an almost limitless number of different toppings, from herring, to raw beef, seafood and egg.
We also recommend our guides to New Nordic restaurants and top 10 seafood restaurants in Copenhagen.
NU&DA
Modern Danish brasserie in Copenhagen, where classic favourites are refined with innovation and served like you've never tasted them before.
Schønnemann
Schønnemann's has existed since 1877 and is one of Copenhagen's oldest eateries. At Schønnemann's, you can get the traditional Danish open-faced sandwiches.
Restaurant Palægade
Restaurant Palægade focuses on creating food with great respect for the good gastronomic craftmanship and proud traditions.
Restaurant Kronborg
Danish smørrebrød and traditional Christmas food at restaurant Kronborg in the centre of Copenhagen.
Selma
Selma is the only smørrebrød restaurant in Copenhagen which has been awarded a Bib Gourmand in the Nordic Guide Michelin, which it got the first time in 2019. On top of that, the restaurant has been named the “best lunch in town”.
Lumskebugten
Lumskebugten - the Treacherous Bay - offers traditional Danish cuisine, including an extensive selection of fresh seafood.
Ravelinen
Visit Restaurant Ravelinen and enjoy delicious traditional Danish food and a beautiful view over the canals.
Aamanns 1921
The moderne gastro temple is ruled by one of Copenhagen’s most renowned kings of smørrebrød.
Fleisch
Fleisch is a combined butcher and restaurant in Copenhagen’s Meatpacking District
Christianshavn's Ferry Café
At Christianshavns Ferry Café you can have good Danish food at the restaurant or the little ferry at the harbour
Nyhavns Færgekro
The Inn's herring buffet is as appetizing as it is large. Specialties include mustard-cured herring, 'rullemops' and pickled herrings coated in rye.
Restaurant Møntergade
At Restaurant Møntergade you'll be served meals, which build on the balance between a traditional and modern kitchen.
RUGSTIK
At RUGSTIK, a traditional Danish open-faced sandwich restaurant, the focus is on organic ingredients, local produce, and affordable prices.