Copenhagen is a city that’s always changing, but one thing has remained the same: it’s consistently ranked as one of Europe’s best cities. And while its citizens continue to feel the pull of big-city living, they’ve also been turning to the surrounding countryside for their culinary inspiration. The result is a new Nordic food movement that emphasizes local ingredients and techniques—and makes Copenhagen an even more delicious place to visit.
Hornemann’s
Hornemann’s is a Danish restaurant in central Copenhagen, founded by Rasmus Bo Bojesen in 1753. It’s been around for over 300 years and is famous for serving traditional Danish food.
The menu includes dishes like roast duck breast with red cabbage or smoked salmon salad with shrimp bisque dressing, as well as traditional desserts like rice pudding with vanilla sauce or chocolate cake topped with whipped cream and strawberries.
Noma
Noma is a Copenhagen restaurant that René Redzepi founded in 2003. It was named best restaurant in the world in 2010 and 2011, and has maintained its reputation as one of Europe’s finest dining experiences ever since.
The food at Noma is inspired by Nordic cuisine, which uses ingredients that grow naturally in Scandinavia’s climate. Many dishes incorporate local seafood such as oysters or mussels with seasonal vegetables such as carrots or cucumbers grown nearby.
The restaurant is housed in a 19th-century warehouse converted into a modern space. The lighting is dim and romantic, with candlelit tables arranged around the kitchen so that guests can watch the chefs prepare their meals.
Website: https://noma.dk/
Relae
The restaurant is located in Christianshavn, a neighbourhood just north of the city centre. There you’ll find Relae, which is a part of Nordic Food Lab and has two Michelin stars. Chef Rasmus Kofoed serves modern Nordic cuisine that’s organic, sustainable and locally sourced whenever possible. The menu changes daily depending on what’s available at the market that day — so you’re guaranteed to get something different every time you visit!
Amass Restaurant
Amass Restaurant is located in the Noma building, which also houses a bakery and restaurant. It’s also just around the corner from Torvehallerne market hall, so if you’re looking for a place to get some groceries before heading home after your meal at Amass, this is definitely it!
The cuisine at Amass Restaurant is inspired by traditional Nordic food but with an innovative twist. The menu changes daily depending on what ingredients are available seasonally–you’ll never get bored here!
Prices range from $$$$-$$$$$ per person depending on how many courses (or “courses”) you want: there are three options: 3-, 4-, or 5-course meals that come with an appetizer, main course/entrée (this may include seafood), dessert course(s). Vegetarian options are always available upon request; vegan options are limited but can be accommodated with advance notice (they have several desserts that contain dairy). Service can vary widely depending on who you get — one time I had someone who couldn’t answer any questions about their menu items except those pertaining directly to their specialty dish (which was delicious!). Other times I’ve had waitstaff who were friendly and helpful without being overbearing; they’ll even give you recommendations based upon what type of wine goes best with each dish! Atmosphere varies by day – sometimes there will be lots of people waiting outside when we arrive late afternoon because everyone wants reservations but other times we’ve been able to walk right up during off hours without having reservations ahead of time…
Klosterkroen Restaurant
Klosterkroen is a restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark. It is located at Klosterstræde 13 in the old town of Copenhagen and serves traditional Danish cuisine based on local produce and ingredients.
The restaurant opened in 1887 and has been owned by the same family since then. In 2010 it was voted one of Denmark’s 10 best restaurants by food magazine Spiseguide Riviera.
Sticks’n’Sushi
Sticks’n’Sushi is a trendy Japanese restaurant located in the heart of Copenhagen. The interior has a modern design, but it still feels cozy. The menu consists of sushi and other Japanese dishes such as ramen, tempura, handrolls and bento boxes (a box with different small dishes). You can also order some Korean BBQ dishes if you want something different from sushi!
The service is fast and friendly at Sticks’n’Sushi – they’ll help you decide on what to eat if needed!
Mielcke & Hurtigkarl
Mielcke & Hurtigkarl is a restaurant in Copenhagen that serves Nordic food. The restaurant has an open kitchen and is known for its atmosphere, which is warm and cozy.
Michelin-starred Mielcke & Hurtigkarl has received many awards, including being named one of the world’s 50 best restaurants by Restaurant magazine (2014), as well as having won several awards from Food Media Awards and World Gourmand Award for Best New Restaurant (2010). On TripAdvisor, it has an overall rating of 4 out 5 stars from thousands of reviews!
Takeaway:
With the Nordic diet, you get to enjoy a wide variety of foods that are healthy and taste great. You’ll also be able to experience new flavors and textures in your meals, which will make them more exciting than ever before.
If you’re interested in learning more about this topic or if you’re looking for recipes that can help guide your next meal planning session at home, check out our blog!
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a taste of the Nordic food scene, Copenhagen is the place to go. From Michelin-starred restaurants to casual eateries serving up traditional Danish fare, there are plenty of options for everyone here. If you want something more traditional but still with a modern twist, we recommend Hornemann’s or Mielcke & Hurtigkarl (both located near Nyhavn). On the other hand, if you want something unique then try Amass Restaurant (which serves dishes made from edible flowers), Klosterkroen Restaurant (with its own brewery on site) or Sticks’n’Sushi (offering sushi rolls filled with everything from salmon roe to spicy tuna).