Copenhagen

MAP

Food

  • Barabba: We had our New Year’s Eve meal here, and it was a delight. Comforting, but slightly fancy Italian food with a very charming owner. He also owns Propaganda, which was also on my mental list. 

  • Bæst: Incredible Pizza, nestled amidst a few other great restaurants. Have a beer at Brus, then walk over for a slice. 

  • Mirabelle: Beautiful little Italian restaurant next to Baest. The Nørrebro neighborhood is chock full of bars and restaurants to try. 

  • Ved Stranden 10: Amazing little wine bar we went to on the first night we were there, and honestly might have been one of my favorite things we did. Everyone seemed to be a local, and you just tell them what kind of things you like to drink. Their charcuterie boards also did not disappoint. 

  • Esmée: A fancy little spot on one of the main squares. Great for cocktails and a snack. I love anywhere that potato chips and dip are on the bar menu. 

  • Barr: In the old Noma spot, this was the most “nordic” meal we ended up having, and it’s location is beautiful right along the water. 

  • Atelier September: Classic, breakfast/lunch spot. There’s two locations, one in Indre By and another one more north east. 

  • Juno the Bakery: Apparently this has the best baked goods in town. Unfortunately we went on a day that had a two block line outside, so we never made it. 

  • Lille Bakery: Delicious pastries, breakfast and lunch. Simple food that definitely slants Nordic. 

  • Hija de Sanchez: Our saving grace on New Year’s Day. The little sister taco spot to Sanchez. 

  • Jolene: We spent New Year’s Eve night here dancing! Small little club, with great DJs. It’s in an area that has a few clubs and bars, in the meatpacking district. 

  • Jagger: Fancy fast food… if you’re in a hurry and need a sandwich or burger (or a naughty milkshake) this place is not bad. 

  • Brus: Fun brewery next to Baest and Mirabelle

  • Apollo Bar: Classic little Copenhagen wine bar

  • Den Vandrette: Across the water from Barr, another little wine bar with snacks

  • Prolog Coffee: Delicious coffee, and a concise breakfast menu. Really hit the spot after we bailed on Juno the Bakery because of the line. 

  • Pompette: Tiny wine bar in Nørrebro, also has a wine shop

  • Andersen & Maillard: Bakery that has a few locations around the city

  • Schønnemann: Super classic Danish food

  • Propaganda: Sister restaurant to Barabba, has a Korean inspired menu

  • Sanchez: Out of this world Mexican food

Shopping

  • Hay House

  • & Tradition Showroom

  • Tekla

  • Acne Archive

  • Fritz Hansen

  • Arket

  • Gubi Showroom

  • Normann Copenhagen 

  • Studio Arhoj

Culture

  • Grundtvig's Church - this is in the city, but just. We walked, which was a mistake, but once we got there it was worth it.  A rare example of expressionist church architecture. 

  • Design Museum

  • National Museum

  • Rosenborg Castle (Crown Jewels)

  • Amalienborg (Royal Residence)

  • Assistens Cemetery - Danish celebs like Kierkegaard and Hans Christien Anderson are buried here, it’s quaint, not creepy

  • Louisiana Museum - a bit outside the city, but worth the trek

  • Oliver Gustav

Hotels

  • Villa Copenhagen

  • Audo Hotel

  • Sanders Hotel

Neighborhoods to Wander

  • Kødbyen - Meatpacking District, lots of food and bars

  • Indre By - O.G. shopping district

  • Nørrebro - cute little neighborhood, full of great food and shopping

Tips

  • Always get the bread

  • Viggo - Uber like service

  • Donkey Republic - public bikes, easy app

  • Amex - most places don’t love taking it, be prepared

  • Things will be closed between Christmas and New Years

  • The city is small, but not that small when it comes to walking

  • A lot of restaurants require reservations, which are pretty easy to make online directly on the restaurants websites