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!

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.

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.

Selma serves modern Danish smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches). I came with a few friends for lunch…read moreand we ordered: * Cod, beetroot, capers, horseradish, and poached egg * Herbsalted salmon, bergamot, trout roe, winter radish, and pearl onion * Jerusalem artichoke, winter truffle, hazelnut, and apple * Prästost aged for 38 months, Knäckebröd, and apple Our favorite was the cod, followed by the salmon. The Jerusalem artichoke was underseasoned, and tasted like dried potatoes. The shaved truffle on the Jerusalem artichoke did not have any taste (1 star off); it seemed decorative only. The prästost was a good hard cheese, but Knäckebröd was a dry cracker, so it was not an open-faced sandwich at all (1 star off). Maybe we ordered the wrong things. The presentations looked beautiful though.

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!

I was robbed by both the the restaurant and a professional thief. The owners were more concerned…read moreabout their appearance that the safety of customers. Tried to blame us for their apathy and charged double while I had no way of paying for us having a stressful reaction to being ROBBED. They only reacted and followed up(we are still not sure if They even made a police report) after I posted to their social media. Tried to say it's their protocol while seemingly not having a care for their customers. ....food may taste good but the these people think they are too good and should dictate how people should Behave when they are violated. Poor taste!!!!!! No tourist or any loyal customers should walk through this place or sit at this counter!!!!

Opens on Sunday and worth every crowns. A friend and I share the charcuterie board. I was amazed by…read moretheir selection of beers and the girl behind the counter was nice enough to let us have a taste before purchasing. The price was very reasonable for me. Plenty of little tables around the area.

First meal in Denmark and not much was open on this popular street, seems that everything had…read moreclosed just 30 minutes earlier. Only 1 table besides ours and we were desperate and not a good thing when hungry. Service was horrible as I kept on asking when the next item will be coming out? Soup wasn't good, the veggie dish that consisted of cabbage, broccoli, eggplant, and brussel sprouts was decent as the sauce woke up the dish. Rack of lamb was very dry and overcooked, the mussels were probably fresh in the 1980's. They did have an excellent cream sauce with it. The bread was stale and was fresh 2 days ago. The salmon tartar was decent, so yes 2 items were good as the rest not so much. We were being punished by the Yelp Gods for missing out on the good places that had closed 30 minutes prior. Lesson learned.

This place was delicious! The staff was polite and patient as we were visiting from the US and had…read morelots of questions about the menu. The chicken burger was so yummy! It had mango and one of the best garlic aioli sauces I've ever had. My parents had the sol and cleared their plates too. We finished off with a cookie :) Wine was definitely a generous pour! If I ever found myself in Denmark again, I would love to eat here again.

Chez Panisse of CPH:…read more - all about the ingredients here - they take reservations, call ahead but they do take walk-ins -live music - singing pianist - no take out, chef cooks for multiple restaurants, we wanted some for brekkie tomorrow Looks like a pub but don't be deterred, we almost were. A whee bit heavy handed with the flaky salt but if you swirl everything around you should be good. This is a spot for the locals and tourists alike. Amazing. Cash/card accepted.

Fun pub to enjoy a traditional dinner in. I would highly recommend making a reservation since it's…read morea very small pub. They serve traditional food so I got the catch of the day which was cooked in a butter caper sauce and hubby got the lamb which was very good but fattier than what we were used to. It's a one man show so he takes your order, busses your table, makes your drinks and brings out your food. He's good but don't be afraid to flag him down if you need something. Super chill ambiance. Fun place to have dinner.

It's delicious the nutmeg is an excellent touch! You know the poach is perfect when the juice…read morebursts out and splatters all over the plate! Spinach is really yummy it's very fresh got a little onion on it and it's very well balanced. This is the open-faced smoked salmon sandwich w poached egg bottom of the first page of lunch

It is on the pricier side, but makes sense as they're located in a pretty touristy area. They do…read morecharge for water, so be mindful of that. Food was great, but if you're looking for more authentic exercise, it is mostly visited by tourists.

An authentic old school restaurant with above average food and great service. It was the most…read moredanish food experience we had.

I ate herring!! Ok,…read moresmall step back... It was my last full day in Copenhagen and I had yet to eat anything resembling traditional Danish food. So this day was the day! I was exploring the Frederiksberg area and just hoped that I would see something there where I could get a late lunch. I had passed over a couple other places because they were a little pricier/fancier than I was prepared for. But walking past Hansens Gamle Familiehave, it caught my eye and a look at their menu showed it to be in my price range. I was dining solo, so seating was quick and easy. I ordered a beer right away to whet my whistle and go along with my deciding what to eat. I had already decided on getting the mild cheese sandwich because I knew I would like that and I would have something tasty just in case I didn't like whatever else I got. I asked my server for a couple recommendations, and made sure to let him know that I do like fish and was really hoping to try something local and authentic. I settled on one of his suggestions, curry herring. They have paper menus where you mark on it what you want. It is like in some sushi spots in the US. Then they take that to send back to the kitchen, it appears. And worry not, there is English available! The sandwiches are open-faced, build-your-own kind of dish. They can absolutely be communal or shareable, should you be dining with others. One order was sufficiently filling, so with two orders I was more than satisfied with my meal. AND....the herring was delicious! I finished the herring order, and left part of my cheese one. What?! Who am I?! It was really tasty and flavorful. The sandwiches are served with buttered bread on a plate, with a bowl of the protein, and veggie condiments to be added as you like to your sandwich. I really enjoyed my meal and visit here. The only negative was sometimes trying to get the attention of the server when they hadn't been to the table in a while (which...I have noticed is a thing in Europe and an experience not unique to this restaurant on this trip), whether to ask to pay or let them know what I wanted to order. As a solo diner, I can see how bigger parties would get preferred service. It wasn't terrible, just something I noticed and had to work with. I would highly recommend a visit to the Frederiksberg area and a stop in at Hanses would be a great addition to your time there.