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Copenhagen has an incredibly good food scene, but with so many cafés, bakeries and restaurants to choose from, it can be hard to know where’s actually worth your time (and money).
During our time in the city, we made it our mission to try as many cafés and restaurants as possible - from popular brunch spots to cosy coffee shops, bakeries and affordable dinner options.
This guide is a round-up of the best cafés and restaurants in Copenhagen that we personally ate at and would genuinely recommend.
Chloe Butcher
Wulff & Konstali
We stumbled upon Wulff & Konstali as it was right next to our hotel, so this was our first brunch spot in Copenhagen and it didn't disappoint!
The concept (which you'll see all over Copenhagen) is to build your own brunch by choosing a set number of small plates, so you can try a range of items from the menu.
We absolutely love this style of cafe - it's such a fun experience is perfect if you can never choose between sweet or savory (like me!).
You can choose between 5 or 7 plates, which was more than enough food. We both went for cardamon buns, which you absolutely have to try, and a couple of different sweet and savory options each. The food was absolutely delicious and it really filled us up.
It was one of our favorite meals in the city and somewhere we’d happily return to.
Mad & Kaffe
Mad & Kaffe is a very well-known name when it comes to brunch in Copenhagen and it’s easy to see why it’s so popular. This was my personal favorite cafe that we visited - the food, coffee and vibes were all immaculate!
Like Wulff & Konstali, Mad & Kaffe lets you build your own brunch by selecting a set number of small dishes. However, at this cafe you could choose 3 plates, which worked much better for me.
The food here was absolutely delicious, we both agreed this was the best breakfast food we'd had.
There's a few different locations across the city and we recommend booking in advance - we didn't book and had to sit outside, which was absolutely fine for us as there were blankets and heaters, but that might not work for everyone.
Overall, if you're choosing anywhere to visit based of this guide, make it Mad & Kaffe!
Sonny
Sonny was a coffee spot that we had heard lots about, so we visited for a coffee and pastry break to escape the cold. It’s small, cosy and full of character - exactly what you hope to find when searching for great coffee shops in Copenhagen.
The coffee here is excellent and the cinnamon bun was delicious, so we can highly recommend this spot. The breakfast and lunch menu's also looked great - but we didn't have enough time to come back and try it out.
If you’re looking for a laid-back café away from the busiest tourist areas, Sonny is well worth a visit.
H A N S Coffee
H A N S Coffee is a great example of Copenhagen’s effortlessly cool café scene with its clean, minimalist interior and focus on quality coffee. They don't have a big menu, but what they do have is seriously good.
I had the sourdough bun plate which featured a freshly baked sourdough bun with cheese, whipped butter and jam - a simpler take on the classic Danish "morning plate".
We also both had almond croissants (I was gifted one after they forgot my breakfast plate because the rolls were still in the oven - all was forgiven, it was delicious).
This isn’t a place you go for a big brunch or long meal, but rather somewhere to enjoy a really good coffee and pastry in a stylish setting.
Skt. Peders Bageri
Skt. Peders Bageri is one of the oldest bakeries in Copenhagen and a must-visit if you want to try traditional Danish pastries.
It’s especially famous for its cinnamon buns, which are often mentioned as some of the best in the city, so we had to try them. We can definitely say they live up to the hype - these were the best cinnamon buns we've ever had!
If you’re only going to visit one bakery in Copenhagen, this would be a strong contender. It’s an easy way to experience a classic part of the city’s food culture without needing to book or queue for long.
Palazzo Diner
As we only had two evenings in Copenhagen, we had to narrow down our dinner recommendations to two spots.
The first spot we chose was Palazzo Diner, simply because of their 'Pasta Club' menu, which offered an incredible deal of a set menu for DKK 199 (£23), which is great value in Copenhagen!
The food here was incredibly tasty and really impressed us for the price. We had arancini to start, followed by two delicious pasta dishes and tiramisus.
If you're looking for an affordable dinner spot in Copenhagen, it has to be Palazzo Diner! Just make sure to book in advance as this spot gets busy - and it's worth noting that the "pasta club" menu is only available from Sunday to Wednesday!
Pico Pizza
Our second evening dinner spot was Pico Pizza, a restaurant we absolutely had to visit because of their 'mini pizza' concept.
Instead of ordering one large pizza, you choose three mini pizzas, each with different toppings, which makes it a really fun way to try multiple flavours (perfect if you just want to try everything).
They had a large range of pizzas and lots of great vegetarian/vegan options which I really appreciated! The pizzas were fresh and full of flavor, and although it’s not the cheapest option, it feels like more of an experience than just a quick dinner.
Again, we recommend booking in advance as it gets busy and you can't always rely on walk in availability.
Final Thoughts
Copenhagen has no shortage of great places to eat, but these cafés and restaurants were the ones that genuinely stood out to us during our time in the city.
While Copenhagen can be an expensive city, choosing the right places makes all the difference, and for us, these felt worth it for both the quality and the experience.
If you’re planning a trip and wondering where to eat in Copenhagen, this list is a great starting point, whether you’re visiting for a weekend or a little longer.
👋 We hope that you found this guide helpful! Before you go - don't forget to read our other Copenhagen travel guides for more tips, suggestions & advice.
