Best of 2017: New Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Copenhagen

Another year, another list of fabulous places to try in Copenhagen! One thing that this city has in spades is “new;” there’s never a shortage of new restaurants, bars, hotels and shops closing and opening. With an adventurous and diverse food scene, Copenhagen always delivers on cutting-edge choices, as well as great coffee and a growing list of spots that can fulfil more niche desires, such as vegan options.

Whether you’re in the mood for the perfect cup of coffee, a great meal or cocktail, these are the best new restaurants, cafes and bars that opened this year in Copenhagen:

New Restaurants

Restaurant Barr

Perhaps the most talked-about Copenhagen restaurant of the year, Barr is all about presenting classic European “beer belt” dishes in a beautiful, modern way. Housed in noma’s former digs, Barr is at once both familiar and exciting. Their selection of beers and snaps is a treat, too!

Restaurant Barr

Strandgade 93
1401 København K

Opening Hours:
Mon – Thurs 5:00 pm – midnight
Fri – Sun 12:00 pm – midnight

Cicchetti

Specializing in small snack dishes and wine, this Italian spot has garnered favour with the Nørrebro locals. What’s better than sitting down for a few delicious bites, a few glasses of wine and good conversation?

Cicchetti

Nørrebrogade 56
2200 København N

Opening Hours:
Sun – Tues Closed
Weds & Thurs 5:30 pm – midnight
Fri & Sat 5:30 pm – 2.00 am

Pastor

Tacos come to Amager, finally! Pastor is serving up authentic Mexican tacos, burritos and quesadillas, as well as yummy snacks like corn chips and guacamole. Great for takeaway or a quick sit-in bite.

Pastor

Amagerbrogade 136
2300 København S

Opening Hours:
Mon Closed
Tues – Thurs 11:30 am – 8:00 pm
Fri – Sun 11:00 am – 8:30 pm

Restaurant Brace

A beautiful new restaurant where the menu consists of New Nordic-meets-Italian flavors. With a luxurious interior, a strong wine list, and delicious dishes that are both surprising and comforting, Brace is definitely a special occasion restaurant for a fabulous night out.

Restaurant Brace

Teglgårdstræde 8A
1452 København K

Opening Hours:
Sun & Mon Closed
Tues – Sat 6:00 pm – midnight

Sanchez Cantina

Thank the food gods, Rosio Sanchez has opened a Mexican cantina! Sanchez is the latest offering from the former-noma pastry chef, current Taqueria operator. Her two Hija de Sanchez locations are for fast bites; Sanchez is where you get to sit down and enjoy yourself. A must-try for foodies and those who need their authentic Mexican flavors fix!

Sanchez Cantina

Istedgade 60
1650 København V

Opening Hours:
Mon – Weds Closed
Thurs – Sun 5:00 pm – 10:30 pm

La Neta

More tacos! La Neta, a collaboration between Stockholm’s own La Neta and Mikkeller brewery, is your lazy Sunday, hangover, go-with-friends-before-a-big-night type of spot. Good, hearty tacos, beers and a bright interior all conspire to make La Neta a fun, low-key and affordable meal out.

La Neta

Nørrebrogade 29
2200 København N

Opening Hours:
Sun – Weds 12:00 – 10:00 pm
Thurs – Sat 12:00 – midnight

New Cafés

Coffee Collective Jægersborggade & Bernikow

We’re big fans of Coffee Collective, so when we heard they were opening not one but TWO new spots, we jumped for joy. Their Jægersborggade location is a bigger spot on the same street as their previous bar, and the Bernikow location is an old bodega in the centre of the city serving up coffee cocktails and kombucha, as well as traditional coffees. Their interior are as laid-back and minimalist as ever. Yes to all of it!

Alice Ice Cream & Coffee

Well, it’s all right there in the name, isn’t it? Except the name can’t possibly convey how tasty and cosy this Amager cafe really is. Homemade, small-batch ice cream and Koppi coffee? Sounds pretty good to us.

Alice Ice Cream & Coffee

Markmandsgade 1
2300 København S

Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Sat & Sun 9:30 am – 6:00 pm

Acacia

Enjoy vegan and gluten free food and baked goods at this hyggeligt spot in Frederiksberg. Their desserts, including ice cream sandwiches, are out of this world!

Acacia

Gammel Kongevej 171
1850 Frederiksberg C

Opening Hours:
Mon & Tues Closed
Weds – Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sat & Sun 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Muf Coffee

In need of a quick coffee to-go, or feel like sitting down with a book and something warm to drink? Muf Coffee on Istegade is your spot. The chic interior is just the beginning; they’re also serving up excellent coffee roasted by Copenhagen Coffee Lab. If you’re lucky, you may just catch Muffin, the adorable Boston Terrier after whom the shop is named.

Muf Coffee

Istegade 98
1650 København V

Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sat 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sun 11:00 am – 3:30 pm

Kaffedepartmentet

There are a bunch of great places that have opened recently in Nordvest, including Fovl back in 2016, and Kaffedepartmentet this year. They roast (and sell!) their own beans, make a mean cup of Aeropress coffee, and the interior is a minimalist’s dream. The cafe is especially nice in the warmer months, as they have extensive outside seating.

Kaffedepartmentet

Rentemestervej 64
2400 København NV

Opening Hours:
Every day 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Gló

If you’re looking for vegan and/or raw food options, check out Icelandic chain Gló. They have everything from chia seed pudding for breakfast to fantastic, fresh salads. They also have a number of dessert, coffee and juice options. The location in the basement of Magasin is great for a shopping break, or a little refuge during a busy day.

Glo

Magasin Du Nord, Basement
Kongens Nytorv 13
1095 København K

Opening Hours:
Every day 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

New Bars

Peryton

With a regularly rotating wine list and a few little snacks thrown into the mix, Peryton is a fantastic, centrally located wine bar for after-work drinks. They also hold consistent exhibitions and events, so be sure to check their calendar!

Peryton

Dronningens Tværgade 52
1302 København K

Opening Hours:
Weds & Thurs 3:00 – 10:00 pm
Fri & Sat 1:00 pm – midnight

Apollo Bar & Kantine

Definitely the trendiest entry on the list, Apollo is the “everyone who’s anyone” type spot. Opened by Atelier September-founder Frederik Bille Brahe, Apollo offers drinks as well as a dish of the day. The location, right in the Charlottenborg courtyard, can’t be beat.

Apollo Bar & Kantine

Charlottenborg
Nyhavn 2
1051 København K

Ancestrale

A cosy little spot in Vesterbro that serves an extensive wine list as well as a few daily nibbles. The vibe is very casual, but don’t take that to mean they aren’t serious about wine; the choices are very good and the staff know their stuff! Between 4 – 6 pm, you can get a three-glass tasting for 100 DKK.

Ancestrale

Oehlenschlægersgade 12
1663 København V

Opening Hours:
Mon – Thurs 4:00 – 11:00 pm
Fri & Sat 4:00 pm – midnight
Sun Closed