With its hygge cafe culture, world renowned fine dining, and smørrebrøds galore, Copenhagen has something for every foodie – regardless of preference or budget. Read on for our top picks of the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to hit up in Copenhagen.

Must-Try Food

Smørrebrød – open faced sandwiches typically served on rye bread with assorted toppings (similar to Spanish pintxos or tapas). Perfect to snack on while enjoying a pint or glass of vino. 

Tartelleter – tartlets filled with chicken, asparagus and gravy. Think mini chicken pot pies. Yeah, amazing.

Frikadeller – Danish meatballs, usually fried with butter and served with boiled potatoes.

Fried Pork, Potatoes & Parsley Gravy – stick-to-your-bones tasty. The pork is fried until crispy crunchy and balanced with boiled potatoes and a creamy white gravy. 

Porridge – served hot with stewed fruits as a breakfast dish. We also had as a dessert served cold and a bit soupy with heavy cream and berries.

Food Markets

Torvehallerne – buzzing food market right in the center of Copenhagen. Tons of stalls to choose from, but our favorites were:

• Hallernes for smørrebroød. Can reccommend the traditional pickled herring, beef tartare, and chicken salad
• Grød for something sweet, yummy acaí bowls and porridge

Reffen – For years, Papirøen (or Paper Island) was the spot to grab drinks or casual food from colorful stalls set up in old shipping containers. Papirøen closed in 2017, but locals rejoiced that it has been reborn (with many of the same vendors) and now called Reffen. Open on weekends from October to March.

Køedbyen Mad & Marked – the city’s meat packing district, comes highly recommended for its nibbles, events, and even underground clubs and nightlife!

Breakfast & Brunch

Kalaset – cosy brunch spot with great coffee and delicious fluffy pancakes. Also there’s a a jam/nutella bar for while you wait…

Mad & Kaffe – brunch that’s instagram-worthy without being too try-hard 

Union Kitchen – great brunch with fun latte art. And arguably even better cocktails…

Dinner

Guldkroen 11 – think Danish comfort food just like grandma used to make, combined with vintage decor, taxidermy walls, and drippy candles. When we visited there was no menu. Only options were tartelleter followed by fried pork and poatoes, which was find by us. Round out your visit with friendly service and [a ton of] free shots of Danish liqueur, and you can bet we left with stupid smiles on our faces.  

Ramen to Bíiru – ramen bar where you order with traditional vending machine. There are two – one in Nørrebro, and one in Vesterbro.

Bars & Breweries

We swiftly found out that Dane’s love to booze. ‘Skål’ is the Danish cheers, and we definitely said it more than a few times.

ØLSNEDKEREN – with a rotating chalk board of beers on tap, Ølsnedkeren was our favorite brew house in Copenhagen. It is more ‘hygge’ and divey than other popular options like Mikkeler & Friends or BRUS.

Musen og Elefanten (Mouse and Elephant) – a quirky pub and cigar lounge that stays open ’til 5-6am. We fell for this place due to fond conversation and recommendations from the friendly bar staff.

Be sure to check out these tasty spots, but Copenhagen isn’t just about wining and dining. In fact, there is so much more to this unique, chilled out city. Check out our post on Things to See and Do: A Weekend Break in Copenhagen.

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Copenhagen is such a welcoming place, and the city is perfectly fun-sized for a weekend getaway. We went in winter time, when grey skies and cold weather means the Nordic coziness (or ‘hygge’) is in full effect. This concept is felt in every bar, shop, and cafe. Not to mention the good ol’ fashioned hospitality of the Danish people!

From an anarchist hippie-town to the world’s second-oldest amusement park, every corner of Copenhagen is full of surprises. Without further adieu, here’s our favorite things to do in Copenhagen!

Neighborhoods in Copenhagen

Nyhavn – The highly photographed waterfront area is lined with colorful townhomes and restaurants. Live like a local and enjoy a beer on the quay, or grab an outside seat at one of the canal side restaurants. However, we recommend saving your appetite for something more authentic, and less touristy.

Christiania – An alternative hippie-town in the middle of central Copenhagen, it all started in 1971, when a few hippies turned some abandoned military barracks into their home. This evolved into a self-sustaining community that governs itself independently from the Danish government. Now, Christiania is most known to tourists for Pusher Street, or its “Green Light District”. We read that most of this was shut down due to a recent incident involving police violence, but we still found many stalls selling marijuana and hash to hazy-eyed wanderers.

This article also has some great information for things to know and places to go in Christiania. 

Things to See in Copenhagen

Strøget – This is the main shopping street. We have an admiration for retail and storefront design, so despite the expensive price tags we were able to enjoy it. Spend an afternoon lazily wandering through the thoughtfully curated stores and Scandi boutique shops.

Rosenborg Castle and King’s Gardens – the fact that the castle is so centrally located makes it even more impressive. We strolled around and took pictures in the surrounding area of King’s Gardens. You can also experience the impressive interior, which is home to the Crown Jewels.

Afterwards, get some greenery (not the Pusher Street kind!) at the Copenhagen Botanical Garden. It’s just a 5min walk away, and it’s completely free.

Christiansborg Palace – the former home for kings and queens, the palace now boasts the tallest tower in Copenhagen. We enjoyed the panoramic view of the city, but I wouldn’t say this is a “must-do”.

Tivoli Gardens – the second-oldest operating amusement park in the world. Great photo op if you’re willing to pay the entrance fee.

Thing to Do in Copenhagen

Cozy up in a cafe, restaurant, or bar. We mentioned it earlier, but these places all make an effort to bring the ‘hygge’ vibes. But it ain’t all just the fluffy blankets and drippy candles, Copenhagen has an amazing food scene as well! Check out our post on Where to Eat & Drink: Best Restaurants in Copenhagen.

Rent a bike. Within minutes of arriving, you will notice there are more bikes than cars on the roads of Copenhagen. There are clearly defined cycle lanes, so you don’t have to worry about being run off the road. After a long weekend, we felt like we explored almost the entire city – but we will definitely be back!

Hopefully, this has convinced you to visit the beautiful city of Copenhagen. Stay tuned for our full itinerary and where to stay. Do let us know if you make the trip!

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