Awarded 2 Michelin stars, Kong Hans Kælder is a great place to relish authentic French cuisine. Seasonal and fine quality ingredients are locally procured and traditional culinary techniques are utilized for the preparation of traditional delicacies. An interesting collection of wines is also offered here, making it a great option for oenophiles. Although the restaurant is set in a vaulted cellar, it exudes an elegant vibe featuring gracefully set candle-lit tables and other classic embellishments. The intimate vibe makes this place ideal for a romantic outing. Reservations are recommended.
This is a very popular old-style lunch restaurant, not far from Hjbro Plads, dates back to the 18th Century, and has belonged to the Kik family since 1910. Kik is a place where ordinary Danes go for lunch with a beer and schnapps. In this crowded, smoky restaurant, the traditional smørrebrød, (open-faced sandwich) reigns supreme. Here, you won't find a single leaf of coriander or drop of balsamic vinegar: this is old-school Danish. All the open sandwiches available are lined up on a big table, and what you see is exactly what you get! Then you order, and while you wait at your table the open sandwiches are freshly made, typically with rye bread, butter, herring and onions or mature Danish cheese and a drop of rum. Another classic is smoked salmon with fresh dill on it. A good selection of Danish schnapps is available.
This is a restaurant that offers mainly organic cuisine and a unique and fun décor. The portions are quite filling and the prices are moderate. Old enameled signs and an antique fire extinguisher are among the many interesting objects that you will find at Cap Horn. Open from morning until night, the menu consists of dishes with select organic ingredients, and the cooking style is Danish with a strong international touch. If you don't really have time to study the menu, just order the three-course meal of the day, composed of the best dishes available.
Bang and Jensen is on Istedgade; the former red-light district of Copenhagen. The interior is fun and kitschy, and the ambiance is friendly. The ancient pinball machines and the table football are popular with the patrons. Most of the clientele at this cafe consist of the young and the trendy, especially women. Breakfast, which is served all through the day until 6p, is the specialty of the house, though the menu leans more toward brunch offerings. The unique thing about Bang and Jensen is that you are given a form on which you fill in exactly how you want your food served. The bar takes over after 8p on Saturdays and after 10p the rest of the week.
Cafe Petersborg, the traditional Danish cafe restaurant between Kongens Nytorv and Esplanaden, dates back to the middle of the 1700s. The name stems from the Russian Consulate that occupied part of the house and the many Russian sailors who therefore frequented the restaurant in the basement of the house. When Denmark plays national football matches, Cafe Petersborg arranges festive preliminaries with lots of food, beer and schnapps. There is an old-world atmosphere to the four rooms with their wooden rafters. You can wander around the house as well, but be sure you can find the way back to your table. The restaurant holds about 100 customers and many businesspeople have lunch here. Hillary Clinton dined here in 1995.
If one person is associated with the Danish smørrebrød (open sandwiches) par excellence, it must be Ida Davidsen. In the 1960s she composed the world's longest à la carte list of smørrebrød, which still has locals, tourists and celebrities flocking to her shop. Once you're in line at the sandwich bar, you can pick and choose from a wide range of ingredients and fillings to create your own custom smørrebrød, or you can try one of their tried and true favorites. Be sure to make a reservation.
Wickmanska is a quaint little cafe in Lund, in southern Sweden. A very informal place, cozy to the core, Wickmanska is the ideal destination for a rendezvous with friends, over a cup of steaming coffee. Try out coffee in its different avatars, from caffe latte to cappuccino and more. Delicious cakes and savories are available too. Wickmanska is fully wi-fi enabled, and you can plug in your gadgets and computers to catch on the latest in the world. Call ahead for more information.
Featuring a rustic and quaint interior adorned with tasteful decor, SAV Restaurang specializes in Scandinavian cuisine mastered by its two versatile chefs. The joint venture places an emphasis on surprising guests with a smorgasbord of succulent dishes, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian and adhering to classic recipes which are tweaked to create something innovative and highly appealing. This establishment's defining feature is its lack of a menu; guests are regaled with an array of seasonal foods cooked to perfection without the usual fanfare of picking and choosing what to eat. This unique concept has turned quite a few heads, thus catapulting the restaurant along a path to well-deserved fame. The ambiance is charming and the service is friendly, with the chefs striving to put their customers at ease with lighthearted banter as they work hard to prepare scrumptious delights for them.
Steeped in an enriching history spanning decades, Sture regales guests with an artfully furnished interior featuring beautiful paneled ceilings and ornate furniture. Its legacy is nothing short of splendid, having served as a jubilant cinema house prior to its transformation into a restaurant which has attracted widespread attention. Its main focus lies on whipping up aesthetically pleasing food which is imbued with French flavors tinged by a Scandinavian touch. The tasting menu is decked with an assortment of delicacies like the eponymous stures cheese trolley and bread, succulent pike perch, asparagus,sweetbread and scallops to name a few. The restaurant also makes provisions for any dietary restrictions or allergies. Pick from a well-curated list of drinks to accompany your meals and unwind in the pleasant atmosphere as you appreciate the tasteful live music. Private events can also be held here.
Walk into the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Köld which is recognized as the go-to place in Malmo when it comes to ice creams. The menu here consists of absolute delights such as Gorgon Zola Cheese & Fig Ripple with Walnut & Cognac, Strawberries, Vanilla and Crema di Balsamic ripples, Dark Chocolate, Stout & Salted Roasted Almonds, Rooibos Tea with Blueberry & Blueberry Ripple and many more. Have a great time exploring the sweet culinary delights.