Unusual locations

Special settings

Nyhavn skumring Enjoying dinner is not only about food, and we all know that the surroundings in which we dine are just as important. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, Copenhagen has a varied selection of restaurants, offering everything from Viking parties to designer dreams.

Nyhavn

Picturesque Nyhavn, where Hans Christian Andersen once lived, is the oldest part of the Copenhagen Harbour and leads off from the square, Kongens Nytorv. Today old wooden ships are moored along the quay, and during the summer months the many restaurants on the southern, 'sunny side' move tables oudoors, where you can enjoy your lunch while watching the changing scenery.

This used to be the sailors' red light district but has today become very much 'in'. On a warm summer's day, so many people gather here to see and be seen that it looks as though the quay will sink! Most of the buildings date back to 1700's, which adds to the atmosphere.

Gråbrødre Torv

Another scenic place is the small square off the main pedestrian street, Grådbrødre Torv, behind the church of the Holy Ghost. Under the vaults of one of Copenhagen's medieval monasteries are several restaurants offering open sandwiches, informal lunches as well as French gourmet evening meals.

Tivoli

In this fairy tale garden in the heart of Copenhagen, which is open from mid April to mid September and again from late November to 23 December, there are more than 38 restaurants. Between them they have everything from fast food to 5-star gourmet cuisine. After dark, thousands of lights illuminate the garden making it the ideal place to take your date for a romantic evening.

Gammel Strand

The name actually means 'old beach' as this was originally the Copenhagen waterfront. Until about fifty years ago fishihng ships sailed up to the quay unloading their catch and making this the city's open fish market. One single fish stall remains today. But the location has attracted a number of restaurants, which can be found in the basement of some of the 17th century houses.

Modern surroundings

Not every eating place in town is nostalgic and historic. The restaurant of the new Royal Danish Library has an excellent view of the harbour. It is named after our famous philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard. Or you may choose to have your meal in the New Opera House restaurant, which also overlooks the harbour. Here you are on the top floor and look across to the Amalienborg Palace and the Marble Church - quite breathtaking!



Michelin starred restaurants Fish restaurants Open sandwiches Inexpensive restaurants Unusual locations Dine with the Danes Where children are welcome Global > Trash > Gastronomic Copenhagen > Unusual locations Unusual locations Special settings Enjoying dinner is not only about food, and we all know that the surroundings in which we dine are just as important. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, Copenhagen has a varied selection of restaurants, offering everything from Viking parties to designer dreams. Nyhavn Picturesque Nyhavn, where Hans Christian Andersen once lived, is the oldest part of the Copenhagen Harbour and leads off from the square, Kongens Nytorv. Today old wooden ships are moored along the quay, and during the summer months the many restaurants on the southern, 'sunny side' move tables oudoors, where you can enjoy your lunch while watching the changing scenery. This used to be the sailors' red light district but has today become very much 'in'. On a warm summer's day, so many people gather here to see and be seen that it looks as though the quay will sink! Most of the buildings date back to 1700's, which adds to the atmosphere. Gråbrødre Torv Another scenic place is the small square off the main pedestrian street, Grådbrødre Torv, behind the church of the Holy Ghost. Under the vaults of one of Copenhagen's medieval monasteries are several restaurants offering open sandwiches, informal lunches as well as French gourmet evening meals. Tivoli In this fairy tale garden in the heart of Copenhagen, which is open from mid April to mid September and again from late November to 23 December, there are more than 38 restaurants. Between them they have everything from fast food to 5-star gourmet cuisine. After dark, thousands of lights illuminate the garden making it the ideal place to take your date for a romantic evening. Gammel Strand The name actually means 'old beach' as this was originally the Copenhagen waterfront. Until about fifty years ago fishihng ships sailed up to the quay unloading their catch and making this the city's open fish market. One single fish stall remains today. But the location has attracted a number of restaurants, which can be found in the basement of some of the 17th century houses. Modern surroundings Not every eating place in town is nostalgic and historic. The restaurant of the new Royal Danish Library has an excellent view of the harbour. It is named after our famous philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard. Or you may choose to have your meal in the New Opera House restaurant, which also overlooks the harbour. Here you are on the top floor and look across to the Amalienborg Palace and the Marble Church - quite breathtaking!