Copenhagen known for its delicious smørrebrød, and there are plenty of great places to enjoy this traditional Danish dish. In this blog post, we’ll be counting down the 5 best places for smørrebrød in Copenhagen. From chain restaurants to Michelin-starred eateries, there’s something for everyone on this list. So without further ado, let’s get started!
Hallernes Smørrebrød
Hallernes Smørrebrød is a chain of smørrebrød restaurants in Copenhagen, Denmark. The first Hallernes opened in 2006, and the chain now has locations in Vesterbro, Amager, and Østerbro. Hallernes known for their wide variety of smørrebrød toppings, which include traditional options like leverpostej (liver pâté) and roast beef as well as more unique toppings like herring roe and smoked eel. Whether you’re a smørrebrød enthusiast or are just looking to try this traditional Danish dish for the first time, Hallernes is a great option.
Domhusets Smørrebrød
Domhusets Smørrebrød is a small, cozy restaurant located near the Copenhagen City Hall. The restaurant has a charming, old-fashioned atmosphere, and offers a variety of traditional Danish smørrebrød dishes. The menu features both classic and modern interpretations of smørrebrød, and there is something to suit every taste.
The starters at Domhusets Smørrebrød are particularly good, and include dishes such as herring tartare with potato salad and pickled cucumber, as well as smoked eel with horseradish cream and apple. For the main course, try the roast beef with remoulade and fried onions, or the veal liver pâté with bacon and pickled red cabbage. And for dessert, the rhubarb crumble with vanilla ice cream not to be missed.
Whether you’re a smørrebrød enthusiast or are just looking to try this traditional Danish dish for the first time, Domhusets Smørrebrød is a great option.
Aamanns Deli Takeaway | Østerbro
Aamanns Deli & Takeaway | Østerbro a popular casual eatery known for their smørrebrød and open-faced sandwiches. The restaurant is located in Østerbro, near the Copenhagen Zoo, and offers a take-away option as well as catering. Aamanns has a modern décor with limited seating.
The menu at Aamanns Deli & Takeaway | Østerbro features a variety of traditional Danish smørrebrød dishes, as well as some more modern interpretations. There is something to suit every taste, and the restaurant also offers a selection of soups, salads, and snacks.
Some of the most popular dishes at Aamanns Deli & Takeaway | Østerbro include the roast beef with remoulade and fried onions, the herring tartare with potato salad and pickled cucumber, and the rhubarb crumble with vanilla ice cream.
Whether you’re a smørrebrød enthusiast or are just looking to try this traditional Danish dish for the first time, Aamanns Deli & Takeaway | Østerbro is a great option.
Restaurant Palægade
Restaurant Palægade is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark. The restaurant is located in an old townhouse on the city’s fashionable Palægade street, and has a charming, old-world atmosphere. The menu at Restaurant Palægade features a variety of traditional Danish smørrebrød dishes, as well as some more modern interpretations. There is something to suit every taste, and the restaurant also offers a selection of soups, salads, and snacks.
Some of the most popular dishes at Restaurant Palægade include the roast beef with remoulade and fried onions, the herring tartare with potato salad and pickled cucumber, and the rhubarb crumble with vanilla ice cream. The restaurant also offers a selection of wines and beers to accompany your meal. Whether you’re a smørrebrød enthusiast or are just looking to try this traditional Danish dish for the first time, Restaurant Palægade is a great option.
Schønnemann
Schønnemann is a restaurant in Copenhagen that serves traditional Danish smørrebrød. The restaurant is located at Hauser Plads 16, 1112 København, Denmark, and their phone number is +45 33 15 10 07. You can find their website at https://www.schonnemann.dk/. Smørrebrød served from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and some of the smørrebrød options include rye bread with various herring toppings, rye bread with various liver pâté toppings, potato with salmon and mayonnaise, egg and shrimp, fried fish fillet with remoulade, and roast beef with horseradish.
The restaurant has a long history, dating back to 1877 when it founded by Hans Schønnemann. Since then, it has passed down through the generations and now run by Hans’ great-grandson, Max Mejeri Schønnemann. The restaurant has featured in numerous publications, both in Denmark and abroad, and has won multiple awards. In 2018, it awarded two Michelin stars.
If you’re looking for a traditional Danish smørrebrød experience, Schønnemann is the place to go. The restaurant’s historic setting and award-winning dishes make it a truly unique dining experience.
