Must-see restaurants in Scandinavia

  • 108

    Copenhagen

    In a soaring, concrete-pillared warehouse, 108 offers a more casual, accessible take on New Nordic cuisine than its world-renowned sibling Noma. The…

  • Gemyse

    Copenhagen

    Gemyse pulls vegetables out of the wings and into the spotlight, using seasonal, organic produce from its own plot of land in Krogerup to create…

  • Barr

    Copenhagen

    Meaning 'barley' in old Norse, oak-lined Barr offers polished, produce-driven takes on old North Sea traditions. The small plates are a little hit and…

  • Kiin Kiin

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    Kiin Kiin serves clever, contemporary Thai. It's the only Thai restaurant in Europe to hold a Michelin star, and one of the few Michelin-starred…

  • Llama

    Copenhagen

    Slinky, sprawling, basement Llama channels New York with its cocktail-rattling barkeeps and dramatic black ceilings, the latter in sharp contrast to Llama…

  • Ché Fè

    Copenhagen

    A proper Italian restaurant, with a northern Italian chef and mostly organic ingredients. While the fish is fresh and local, much of the produce comes…

  • Flying Elk

    Gamla Stan

    Not your average pub – Michelin-starred chef Björn Frantzén has added contemporary vigour and polish to the traditional pub experience. The menu is all…

  • La Neta

    Stockholm

    Competition for the title of 'Stockholm's Best Taqueria' is not fierce, but La Neta wins hands down. Fast-food pseudo-Mexican eateries are all over town,…

  • Uformel

    Copenhagen

    The edgy younger brother of Michelin-starred restaurant Formel B, Uformel (Informal) offers a casual take on New Nordic cuisine. Expect an ever-changing…

  • Fischer

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    A reformed workingmen's bar, neighbourly Fischer serves Italian-inspired soul food like grilled flatbread topped with tomato, goat's cheese, dates and…

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    Amass

    Copenhagen

    Set in a former industrial space, Amass offers an ever-changing New Nordic menu showcasing fresh local ingredients. Under the direction of chef Matt…

  • Møller

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    Møller is a cosy and rustic all-day-breakfast haven with a focus on quality local ingredients. Eggs, meats, cheeses, breads and more are offered…

  • Cantina

    Copenhagen

    Prolific restaurateurs Henrik Laszlo and Mikkel Egelund are behind this buzzing, semi-industrial space. A hybrid Italian bistro-bar, its small plates and…

  • Meyers Bageri

    Copenhagen

    Sugar and spice and all things nice is what you get at this pocket-sized organic bakery, owned by the founding father of the New Nordic food movement,…

  • Marv & Ben

    Copenhagen

    Cellar restaurant 'Marrow & Bone' has been repeatedly awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in recognition of its value for money. Its New Nordic menu can be…

  • Gorm's

    Copenhagen

    Right on Nyhavn canal, rustic, wood-beamed Gorm's is one of the city's best pizza joints. The bases here are thin, crispy and made with sourdough…

  • Damindra

    Copenhagen

    One of Copenhagen's lesser-known talents, chef Taka Nishimura (formerly of Nobu in Melbourne) turns raw Nordic ingredients into obscenely fresh, arresting…

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    Restaurant Koefoed

    Copenhagen

    Koefoed celebates the rugged Danish island of Bornholm, using its speciality products throughout the menu, and even as inspiration for the decor. Set in…

  • Orangeriet

    Copenhagen

    Take an airy, vintage conservatory, add elegant, seasonal menus, and you have Orangeriet. Skirting the eastern edge of Kongens Have, its contemporary…

  • Bakfickan

    Stockholm

    The small, casual ‘hip pocket’ of Operakällaren, this comfy restaurant is crammed with opera photographs and deco lampshades. Dexterous old-school waiters…

  • Karl Fazer Café

    Helsinki

    Founded in 1891 and fronted by a striking art deco facade, this cavernous cafe is the flagship for Fazer's chocolate empire. The glass cupola reflects…

  • Grød

    Copenhagen

    Perfect for breakfast, Grød turns stodge sexy with its modern, mostly organic takes on porridge. Made-from-scratch options include porridge with apple…

  • Flúðasveppir Farmers Bistro

    Flúðasveppir Farmers Bistro

    The Golden Circle

    This restaurant is attached to Iceland's only mushroom farm. The mushroom soup is made with a secret recipe and served from a buffet with homemade bread…

  • Kokkeriet

    Copenhagen

    Tucked away in Copenhagen's historic Nyboder neighbourhood, intimate, stylish Kokkeriet proudly holds one Michelin star. Beautiful local ingredients drive…

  • La Glace

    Copenhagen

    Copenhagen's oldest konditori (pastry shop) has been compromising waistlines since 1870. Slip into its maze of time-warped rooms and succumb to a slice of…

  • Restaurant Krebsegaarden

    Copenhagen

    Petite Krebsegaarden offers a unique dining experience by drawing its culinary inspiration from the works displayed in Gallery Krebsen, located in the…

  • Wienercafeet

    Wiener Caféet

    Stockholm

    Step into the lavish art-deco interior here and you are transported to the grand cafes of Vienna and Paris. Pastry chef Per Bäckström has ensured that…

  • Mirabelle

    Nørrebro & Østerbro

    Decked out with bold geometric floor tiles, artisan bakery-cafe Mirabelle is owned by Michelin-lauded chef Christian Puglisi, who also owns popular…

  • Kanalen

    Copenhagen

    Kanalen offers an irresistible combination: beautiful, modern Danish food and a canal-side location. While the lunch menu delivers competent renditions of…

  • Atelier September

    Copenhagen

    It might look like a Vogue photo shoot with its white-on-white interior and vintage glass ceiling (typical of old Danish pharmacies), but Atelier…

  • Omegn

    Copenhagen

    This Nordic deli stocks the top products from various small-scale Danish farms and food artisans. The cheese selection includes Thybo, a beautiful, sharp…

  • The Market

    Copenhagen

    Dark, svelte and contemporary (we love the dramatically back-lit bar and organically shaped crockery), The Market pumps out vibrant pan-Asian dishes like…

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    Kong Hans Kælder

    Copenhagen

    Kong Hans Kælder was the first French restaurant in Copenhagen when it opened in 1976, and the city's first restaurant to hold a Michelin star. Kong Hans'…

  • DØP

    Copenhagen

    Danes love a good pølse (sausage), and hot-dog vans are ubiquitous across Copenhagen. DØP is the best, with a van right beside Rundetårn (Round Tower)…

  • Den Gyldene Freden

    Gamla Stan

    Open since 1722, this venerable barrel-vaulted restaurant is run by the Swedish Academy, where (rumour has it) its members meet to decide the winners of…

  • Bertels Salon

    Copenhagen

    Charming Bertels serves up sublime slices of what's widely considered to be the best cheesecake in Copenhagen. The offerings – which rotate seasonally –…

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    Ida Davidsen

    Copenhagen

    Chef Ida Davidsen is the fifth generation of her family bring smørrebrød to the masses; founded in 1888, the restaurant is considered something of a…

  • Fem Små Hus

    Gamla Stan

    Fem Små Hus offers the perfect combination of authentic historical setting with traditional cuisine, just a short walk from the Royal Palace in the heart…

  • Sankt Peders Bageri

    Copenhagen

    Sankt Peders Bageri is the oldest bakery in the city, dating back to 1652. Famed for its cinnamon rolls, its mouthwatering selection also includes…

  • 42° Raw

    Copenhagen

    Treat your body at this hip, healthy eat-in or takeaway. The deal is 100% plant-based food, including vegan burgers, sandwiches, and bowls. If it's still…

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