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    Cap Horn

    3.9 (100 reviews)
    ModerateScandinavian
    Closed • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    The Sole with the amazing potatoes!!
    Amy Jo G.

    WOW!!! Serious wow factor! We wanted some good Scandinavian food by the water and this is the spot!!! My friend and I both ordered the lemon:caper:buttery sole and it was absolutely perfect. We got the home made bread first and ordered a second because it was just too delicious and fresh from the oven. You can't go wrong with the fish as long as you can handle removing the bones--it's easy. Then we decided to go further and enjoy dessert. I had the pickled cherry dessert with mead sorbet and it had this carmel with nuts and sauces that just made it a perfectly balanced dessert between flavors and texture. I licked the plate. Literally. Not to be missed. My friend got the fancy cheesy desert and loved it as well if you want something more savory. The service was friendly and attentive. Excellent as well. A wonderful meal, can't recommend Cape Horn enough. (This is a touristy area and there are some mediocre offerings, this isn't one of them!!!)

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    Jayson Z.

    First stop on our epic culinary (and scenery ofc) adventures, we stopped by Denmark, birth place of danishes (actually Google informed me danishes were brought from central Europe to Denmark). After a nice walk around the Rosenborg Castle, little mermaid, and Nyhavn. We searched nearby for food and Came across this place. After getting some pointers from the kind and helpful waitress, we got the dish of the day (which was a pumpkin soup) and thr "Smorrebrod" platter with extra sandwich of herring. Overall we really liked the friendliness of the waitress and the food itself was very different and refreshing. The pumpkin cream soup was really different than what we are used to. It's really really thick and surprisingly filling despite the size of the bowl. The platter consisted of 4 open/one sided sandwiches (had to pay 30 DKK extra to add the herring) and consisted of 1.picked root vegetable that had a similar texture to rutabaga which was crunchy and had almost an shiitake mushroom and was quite enjoyable despite me being a meat a tarian 2. The second one was the roast beef which was paired with pickled onions and was really well balanced but I would rank it the lowest as the others are just that much better 3. The third one was consisted of soft boiled egg and tender fresh shrimp which was really fresh and tasty and could make you feel the sea in your mouth (provided the sea had some lemon juice mixed in) 4. Lastly the herring sandwich which started out absolutely amazing but as you eat more starts to get too sour/pickled. Upon first bite, we were initially thought wow, this sauce of cottage cheese is really tarte and paired so well with the herring! Upon further taste testing we realized the sauce didn't impart too much flavor and the tartness was purely from the herring itself. All in all you should definately come herr and rest your feet after visiting Nyhavn and try the local flavors

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    Their salmon open sandwich was killer and shrimp sandwich was good too. Only I did not like their restroom.

    Duck
    Alan L.

    A good meal in a tourist area. Someone else selected the restaurant, I typically steer away from eating in the tourist center. I was pleasantly surprised by the food. Local Danish fare, well prepared and presented. The staff is friendly and attentive. The cocktails were also good. I may return the next time that I'm in Copenhagen.

    Appetizer: fish row on potato pancake with dips of creamy cottage cheese
    Maria V.

    Cousy place with very friendly service. We were a walk in on Friday evening. The place was full but they still find us a table. Dish of the day was salmon with white and green asparagus. Was excellent. Fish row on a tiny potato pancake and drops of creamy cottage cheese with chopped parsley was an usual combination. One appetizer, two main courses, one Kir Royal came to Euro 70. In comparison with Washington prices for similar place, service and quality of food, this is very reasonable.

    Damian W.

    Food: 3.0/5.0 Service: 3.0/5.0 Value: 2.5/5.0 Decor: 3.0/5.0 Overall: 3.5/5.0 Located on the super tourist-trappy Nyhavn waterfront, Cap Horn serves okay food at a price point that's extremely expensive by US standards for the quality but somewhat acceptable given the street and the city/country. The service was friendly but a little slow and disorganized. The house beer was surprisingly good.

    Mallory M.

    Excellent little place in Nyhavn. We ordered several of the smorrebrod and they were all delicious. Everything is advertised as organic, even the wine we ordered. Lovely atmosphere - I felt like our two kids (1 & 3) were a bit out of place. Nevertheless, the two ladies serving us were wonderful and welcoming. The prices were expensive, but no more than I've seen everywhere else in Copenhagen. Highly recommend!

    Alan N.

    Lovely little restaurant on Nyhavn. The pumpkin soup was a excellent start. We both had the salmon and it was delicious. Very friendly and helpful staff who spoke good English. Especially appreciated Dennis who helped get a taxi when it started raining.

    Pan fried sole with cabbage & leeks
    Justin W.

    The only place in this area which is open for food after 10pm but that doesn't mean the food was bad or late night junk food. The beef was cooked as requested & my friend loved it. The fish was delicious and the cabbage/leeks made a great addition. A bowl of new potatoes were provided for us to share and were tasty. A great meal & friendly staff. When they get busy the staff are less attentive and service markedly becomes disappointing.

    Lunch set
    Julie Ying X.

    I came here for lunch since we wanted to sit outside on the Nyhavn waterfront in Copenhagen. We ordered the lunch sets (3 open faced sandwiches) for about $20 which is not bad since the restaurant is in a very touristy area. The sandwiches (egg salad, roast beef, fish cake) were pretty and delicious. The service was a bit slow probably since it was very crowded in the restaurant.

    Anna A.

    Really nice place to have dinner here in Copenhagen!! Calm place, in front of a canal next to the opera Theatre and a metro station, we tried to est outside...and it was in an unexpected way warm!!! Long day until 9.40pm and silence really appreciated in a capital city! So talking about the food, I had a Sole (entire) with green vegetables and potatos with butter...one main course and it was almost enough to be completely satisfied!! We finished with some typical Danish cheese, served with a dark bread and butter... And don't forget to drink your Karlsberg beer :)

    herrer Smørrebrød    great danish dish with sour dry bread, butter  fish  with creamy potato, mayonnaise and spices
    Oswald G.

    Great Danish restaurant, service is fast, quiet, good selection of typical danish food, you can also find burgers that according to some locals they say are great. the pace has a good view of the harbors on the outside you do not know what to expect to be honest but once you are inside and try the different options they have and excellent service price is . €€ but it is worth to try

    Henrik C.

    Great place in the middle of Nyhavn. Went here for dinner on a Wednesday night during Copenhagen Jazz week. The ambience is very much "old" style Nyhavn with a lot of atmosphere. The food is very tasty, the presentation is excellent and the service is very good. It was very crowded, but otherwise a greta place to go to experience great Danish food in a relaxed setting.

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    Absolutely delicious! We came for my sons bday and we loved every dish. Staff was super kind and professional. We will be back for sure!

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    This is my favorite restaurant we visited in all of Scandinavia. Terrific staff Terrific food I cannot wait to go here again

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    Their homemade sourdough bread is to die for!!!! Overall food was good and service was great.

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    “Coming from the US, I was amazed at the quality of food and service we experienced here in the busiest area of Copenhagen.”

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    Vækst - Steak with roasted corn

    Vækst

    4.5(106 reviews)
    1.4 km•København K
    •$$

    This is not a vegetarian restaurant, but the vegetables here are so fresh. I chose the meat and…read moreseafood prix-fixe menu, and every course was delicious, but I was especially impressed with what they did with the vegetables. The lettuce salad that came with my beef filet was so crisp that it seemed to have just been picked from the garden. It may not be a bad idea to try their vegetarian prix-fixe menu some time. We came as a group of five people and were given 2 hours and 15 minutes for our table. Service was attentive without being rushed. I appreciated the steady service as I did not want a protracted long dinner. The pacing was just right and we finished our courses in a timely manner.

    Vækst is hands-down my favorite restaurant in Copenhagen. Tucked into the city center with its…read moresignature greenhouse aesthetic, it offers one of the coziest dining vibes in CPH. Every visit feels like stepping into a calm little oasis. Their seasonal prix fixe menu is always a highlight. The chefs at Vækst have a real talent for taking fresh, local ingredients and turning them into something both comforting and exciting. Each course is thoughtful, balanced, and full of bright Nordic flavors. I've never had a meal there that didn't feel memorable. Whether you're going for a special occasion or just want an evening of genuinely great food in a cozy setting, Vækst delivers every time. It's the place I recommend to anyone looking for an authentic, beautifully crafted Copenhagen dining experience.

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    Vækst - The interior

    The interior

    Vækst - Fried hake

    Fried hake

    Vækst - The view walking up the stairs from the lower level.

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    The view walking up the stairs from the lower level.

    Høst

    Høst

    4.5(306 reviews)
    1.5 km•København K
    •$$$

    Best meal of our trip. Really enjoyed it. My wife booked Host because of its reviews and vegetarian…read moreoptions (for me). The restaurant's design is definitely minimalist with simple blank walls and a comfortable mix of fake and real plants. There was no air conditioning but they found a fan to keep us comfortable- we were amazed that more folks in the full restaurant weren't sweating the way we were. Perhaps the locals are more used to the summer heat with no AC than we were. We had the 3-course prefixe meal with my my wife and daughter on the standard menu while I was on the vegetarian track. The website says that Host is the Danish word for harvest, and that their focus is "on the Scandinavian kitchen with lots of surprises." The staff used the word "surprises" explicitly, using it to describe the amuse-bouches and palette-cleansing bites served between the advertised courses. We started with a flight of croquettes with cheese and I think my wife and daughter had something like a smoked fish hash of some sort while by I had a delightful bite of salad on a molded sweet cookie tart shell. The baby bread loaves with a special butter were lovely - how do you innovate butter? Great job. My first veggie entree was fried carrots with horseradish, which was grand. Next I had a barley risotto with amazing brown beech mushrooms on top. Awesome. There was a spot of potato soup in there somewhere and the best bite of the meal was another of the surprises - a pre-dessert mochi-like shell with strawberry powder on the outside and hazelnut ice cream (I think???) on the inside. The strawberry rhubarb dessert was excellent also. Such a great meal. Loved it.

    The service was incredible. The food delicious. The ambiance COULD have been better if it wasn't…read morefor the table of 5 next to us who were loud, obnoxious AF and possibly even drunk before arriving. They were so loud that management asked them to quiet down (which was greatly appreciated by us and others). It's an at least a 2-hr dining experience for a 5-course dining experience. The portions are just the right size and even shareable. The hubs did the 5-course with wine pairings, dessert and coffee and I the 3-course. I was able to share some of his items and wines as well. They are Michelin recommended and still awaiting a star. Here's to hoping they get it soon. All the servers step up for one another as well and take their time explaining what the item is, all the ingredients and how it's prepared. Check this off your dining list while in Copenhagen!

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    Høst - Surprise appetizer

    Surprise appetizer

    Høst - Potato, peas, and truffle

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    Potato, peas, and truffle

    Grød

    Grød

    4.5(173 reviews)
    1.3 km•København K
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    I never thought I would be saying this about porridge of all things. But, Grød truly opened my eyes…read morein terms of how I could prepare my daily oatmeal. We tried Grød at two locations: the Torvehallerne market and at 7Eleven. The market, I ordered the Oat Porridge which came with apples, roasted almonds and caramel sauce, my mom had the All In! and my dad had the oat waffle. All of us (mostly) left satisfied. My picky father loved his waffle. And I really enjoyed the porridge I had. The oats perfectly cooked, the apples and almonds gave it a nice textural contrast. Plus the caramel, which was more like a dulce de leche added the perfect amount of sweetness without being too sweet. My mom was a bit ambivalent because the All In was too sweet. But to be fair, All In includes all of their toppings. Including chocolate and caramel so her assessment was fair! The Grød at 7Eleven had this wonderful chia pudding, layered with yogurt, natural peanut butter, a berry compote and nuts and I was obsessed. So simple, yet so wholesome. I found a cup at the airport and proceeded to import it back to the States. Overall, it was definitely worth a visit (or 2) to have my mind blown. Grød may not have intended it but this lil Westerner is now leveling up her oats game thanks to their menu!

    It was good but small portions mostly cabbage which gives the illusion that it's more than it is…read more Very small portions of chicken, peanuts, and kimchi. Although Everything was fresh. Still, I wouldn't go back. There was another place right behind them and across the way that looked like it was much better Chicken skewers etc. I suggest you try that instead.

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    Grød - 10.6.22 mushroom barley Otto

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    Garden Restaurant & Vin bar - Christmas dinner.

    Garden Restaurant & Vin bar

    4.6(17 reviews)
    0.8 km•København K

    I went to this restaurant based on the Yelp reviews. I have to say that the hostess/server was…read morerude when I had arrived for my 7:30pm reservation at 7:20pm. I was seated by another member of the waitstaff as I was waiting in the breezeway. My waiter took my order which was the scallop appetizer and the poached white fish. The scallops were overcooked and my fish was raw. I couldn't even eat any of my entree. Yet no one checked on me regarding the meal. I received no bread which each table beside me had bread. I left the restaurant still hungry. I would not return nor would I recommend.

    My parents and I landed in Copenhagen in the evening and searched Yelp for a dinner spot close to…read moreour Airbnb. This restaurant popped up as the first recommendation. We were interested in trying the Scandinavian cuisine, so we decided to stop by. The menu had an English section, which we appreciated. The waitstaff was friendly and patient with us. We ordered the mussel soup to share (absolutely divine. We should have ordered one for each of us instead of sharing it! It was so good!), the truffle chicken (the chicken was cooked so perfectly and was extremely tender and juicy), and the linguine (super fresh and perfectly al dente with a rich sauce). The bread with whipped butter was also great. I think the butter had truffle in it, but I'm not positive. It was delicious. The restaurant is located next to the King's Gardens and is a short walk from Norreport St metro station. The ambience is comfortable and intimate; definitely a neighborhood gem. I'm so happy we tried this place!

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    Garden Restaurant & Vin bar - Snacks for a big private party.

    Snacks for a big private party.

    Garden Restaurant & Vin bar - Our cozy restaurant.

    Our cozy restaurant.

    Garden Restaurant & Vin bar - Salmon.

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    Salmon.

    Restaurant Vita - undercooked steak

    Restaurant Vita

    3.9(31 reviews)
    0.3 km•København K
    •$$

    Brownie points sincerely for still being open at 1130pm and onwards until 2am... YES TWO AM!!…read moreAs someone who was rushing from the airport after landing at 1012pm, I truly appreciated that a local spot was still open... even though the streets were empty and we were the only table. I ordered the DANISH NATIONAL DISH and FRIED LIVER (I believe they are #19 and #20 on the menu). Interestingly, the server recommended something similar (another pork belly dish) over the national dish; stating it tastes much better and much softer... which I probably should have went with this recommendation since the national dish was TOUGH AS BONES. It wasn't crispy, chewy, or tasty. It was simply inedible. One couldn't even chew or cut through the meat... the side of skin on mini/small potatoes were simply boiled. The beet dish was delicious. The sauce didn't have much flavor (crazy how extra sauce costs 35 DKK more). The VEAL LIVER dish tasted better than the national dish ironically. Gave a tremendous portion. The potatoes were skinned. The gravy had some taste compared to the other sauce from the national dish. Decadent pickled cucumbers which provided a nice palate cleanser. Mushrooms gave a nice chew, a much appreciated and welcomed different texture. ***the bread given was not good at all*** ***it seems that water, even if it's from the sink or obviously bottled by them, costs money in any establishment*** SERVICE: Kind. Attentive. Enthusiastic. Spirited. Happy. Since it was our first meal in Copenhagen we were a tad blown away by the price tag of each meal to the point we thought it was a meal set. The server calmed down those nerves and reassured us that all dishes on the menu were à la carte. Loved the small talk he attempted :) VIBEZ: Still had Christmas/holiday decor haha. Great for a night out/date. Casual with a sprinkling of fine dining. No service fees included in the bill. Great for large groups. Located in the city. Didn't have a car; therefore, I cannot vouch for parking. Close walk from/to the metro though! Would I come back? No, but I am elated I can cross off trying the danish national dish on my bucket list. :)

    Beautiful place and food. Excellent service! This restaurant deserves 5 starts across the board…read more The owner recommended Grillet laks which is Grilled salmon served with sautéed seasonal vegetables and tarragon sauce. The salmon it's self was cooked perfectly. Gently grilled on the outside and moist on the inside, and vegetables were perfectly seasoned. The sauce on the fish was an excellent touch. All in all, it was worth the $. He also recommended Carlsberg Pilsner. Beer that is popular in Denmark. I was tempted to get another one! And finally the desert. Wow, I would fly back to Copenhagen just for this! He recommended the Gammeldags æblekage (apple strudel), it was divine. Thank you for the excellent food and service. 10/10.

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    Restaurant Vita - Inside

    Inside

    Restaurant Vita - Bread provided

    Bread provided

    Restaurant Vita

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    Selma - Chicken confit

    Selma

    4.3(22 reviews)
    1.3 km•København K

    Probably came up in a majority of the videos and ChatGPT so we had to stop by. It was also on the…read morelist of.. if you can't eat at Noma stop by Selma! This is a fine dining place with Smørrebrød specialities. We started with a snap flight and got 3 smørbrod each. I got the potato, plaice/shrimp and a dessert and my husband got all 3 herrings - fennel, spices and elderflower (I think). All exceptional!! Service was top notch! If you're in Copenhagen and you want to try some good quality Smørbrød, Selma should be on your list!

    BEWARE: I have been on Yelp since 2014, and this is the only one-star review I've ever given here…read more This place charges ***45 DKK PER PERSON*** (about $7.50 per person) for tap water. (It's "filtered," they insist, but that doesn't explain the extortionate price. Isn't most higher-end restaurant water filtered...? Isn't Starbucks water...?) There is no free or cheaper water option available. We asked for just one water since my companion was having beer, and they said ok, confirmed the order, took away the second glass, and then brought back the second glass a few minutes later and told us it was 45 for the carafe, so we'd be fine. And then at the end of the meal they charged us 90 (about $15) and said it was per person after all. When we tried to give feedback (my exact words were, "I will pay it, but I want to leave a comment and tell you how my experience is as a guest"), they were extremely rude and defensive. "Well, I'm not the owner, I can't change it." "This is how it is in Copenhagen." I said I understood but could you please pass our feedback to the owner, and also it's usually 20-25 DKK per table in Copenhagen, and you're charging more than 3-4x that. They kept doubling down. Personally, I would suggest saving your 90 DKK for a high-end beer, a souvenir, or really anything else besides tap water and snootiness.

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    Selma - Smoked mackerel

    Smoked mackerel

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