Eat like a local: A culinary tour of the world in Frederiksberg

But first coffee. The phrase is known worldwide. If you’re looking for a place to wake up your tastebuds with a masterfully roasted cappuccino and a delicious pastry, look no further than Hart. The bakery was opened by trailblazer Michelin chef and co-owner of Noma René Redzepi  and Richard Hart in 2018. Since then, locals and visitors have lined up to try out the bakeries' addictive offering of cakes and sourdough breads. The space only offers up a few outdoor seats, so be prepared to bring your coffee and croissant to a nearby bench or park. 
 

Another prime destination for coffee in the neighbourhood is Coffee Collective in Godthåbsvej. The brand is recognized as one of the godfathers of third-wave coffee in Scandinavia and although you’ll find their coffee shops sprinkled generously across the city, locals will tell you that the original roastery located in Frederiksberg is the main destination. The shop offers a range of baked goods from their own bakery as well as any variety of coffee your heart desires.  

All day breakfast

If you’re craving a fuller breakfast, any local would recommend Polly on Gl. Kongevej. The restaurant may have opened its doors as recently as 2019, but the all-day eatery has become a Frederiksberg institution in just a matter of years. Offering a range of French classics for breakfast and modern dishes from around the world in the evening, the place is a go-to for mouth-watering dishes throughout the day.

If the classic French bistro experience is what your heart desires, Sokkelund in Smallegade provides any francophile with a wide range of bistro classics from early morning through to late at night. This is the kind of place you come for the dark-roasted espresso and the buttery croissants and stay for the cozy vibes and Parisien bistro-inspired interiors. 

A taste of Tuscany

In the heart of Frederiksberg, you’ll find Italian restaurant Circolo. The restaurant’s owner, Philip Skovgaard, is known for inventing some of the best restaurants in the city, and this one is no exception. Inspired by Northern Italian cuisine, the osteria offers up pasta, fish as well as many other Italian delicacies you might desire. We do recommend you book your table in advance as the late-night seats are highly coveted by locals and tourists looking to experience what is potentially the best Tuscan meal in town. 

If it’s good enough for the Michelin Guide

Of course, Frederiksberg has its own Michelin Star Restaurant. Take a walk up Vesterbrogade and you’ll be met by Formel B. For nearly two decades, the restaurant has been one of the gastronomical pillars on the Danish restaurant scene. Monday through Saturday, the restaurant offers up a five or seven course menu to locals and visitors. As with any high-level restaurant, the dishes are not only dangerously delicious, but also meticulously decorated to soothe anyone looking for art on a plate.  

A drink to start or end the night?

Anyone with a knack for natural win will tell you that Botti is the place to go. Born of sommelier Bo Brattlan and food-entrepreneur Claus Meyer (hailed by many as the founder of the New Nordic Cuisine movement), the small wine bar, bottle shop and eatery is sure to please any wine connoisseur looking for some of the best wines in the city. The place offers wine by the glass as well as a well-curated menu of delicious snacks, making it a must on any visitors list – regardless of whether you’re in the mood for a glass before dinner or a place to snack and sip all night long. 

Another local classic is Gensyn. Mixing the very best of Danish bodega tradition with high-end cocktails, the bar located slightly off the beaten path in Godthåbsvej is by many regarded as the place to go for a perfectly poured old-fashioned or a locally brewed craft beer on tap.  

As you see, Frederiksberg is a one-stop-shop for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. The best part? They’re all in close proximity. Leaving you with less time to spend in traffic and more time to figure out what you’re craving for your next meal.