Close to King’s New Square, this buzzing eatery combines traditional fare with avant-garde gastronomy. Don’t miss its take on the classic Danish open sandwich, smørrebrød. Using organic or free-range products as much as possible, some 40 types are available from traditional herrings over home-smoked salmon to tenderloin with mushrooms a la creme.

In the days before Noma, “Danish food” often meant smørrebrød. These traditional open-faced sandwiches can be found all over the city, from Copenhageners’ homes to high-end restaurants like Palægade. The beauty of Palægade’s open-faced sandwiches is in the added flair from unconventional ingredients like yuzu creme and chanterelles.

Restaurant Palægade is a popular lunch spot full of locals all days of the week and for good reason. Not only is the food outstanding but the restaurant is also beautifully decorated and the service is on point. These guys prioritized the ambiance of the place even though it’s decorated in a modern style with a beautiful checkerboard floor and a combination of warm wood and colors.

Then we put on our walking shoes and stroll towards Nyhavn, but we quickly and elegantly skip the tourist traps in Nyhavn itself. We are heading towards Restaurant Palægade, where the price range leaps, but now we have also come to the expensive part of Indre By, so it goes without saying. However, it is not the case that smørrebrød at Restaurant Palægade is too expensive.

Usually served for lunch, the best versions are both works of art to look at and a real treat for your palate.The best place in Copenhagen to go for classic smørrebrød is Restaurant Palægade, Palægade 8, is all about the classic smørrebrød and you just might find it better than anywhere in Denmark. Remember, that traditionally smørrebrød comes with beer and schnapps.

Restaurant Palægade in Copenhagen is known for its consistently well-crafted take on classic Danish fare, especially a modern twist on smørrebrød. The lively yet comfortable setting welcomes both corporate diners and casual guests, drawing people back for its fresh ingredients and respect for tradition.

Among the best places to try smørrebrød is Restaurant Palægade in the Kongens Nytorv area of Copenhagen. They have a menu of over 40 types of smørrebrød that range from traditional herring to tenderloin and mushroom. Even after all my time in Copenhagen, I still end up finding new varieties to try.

Elevate your New Year’s Eve with a luxurious five-course menu crafted from the finest seasonal ingredients. The menu is revealed a week before the big night to ensure the best flavors of the season. Priced at DKK 1200 per person, this dining experience is of great quality with a cozy atmosphere.

This newly opened restaurant serves delicious smørrebrød (Danish open faced sandwiches). As open faced sandwiches are so top heavy and loaded with different ingredients, no bite ever tastes the same. If you're in Denmark, you've got to try one of these because it's their local specialty!

At Restaurant Palaegade you can choose from over 40 different types of smørrebrød during lunch. The relaxed atmosphere lets visitors enjoy themselves with the wonderful decor I like to call “Scandinavian chic”. Save room for the dessert trolley that comes around at the end!

Just this summer, the team behind the acclaimed Formel B opened Restaurant Palaegade, preparing elegant renditions of smørrebrød for lunch and classic Danish entrees for dinner plus beer, aquavit and wine handpicked from the best producers, both small and large.

If you want to step up your game, visit Øl and Brød (CLOSED) for smørrebrød or Restaurant Palægade for classic Danish cuisine in the city center. Other options include the lunch plates at Restaurant Schønemann or the seasonal dishes at Restaurant Kronborg.

Over the weekend, confectioner’s guild Konditorlauget awarded the 2023 cake of the year to Thomas Bastholm from Restaurant Palægade for ‘Tropico’.

Restaurant Palægade opened its doors in 2016 with the ambition to create the best lunch restaurant in Copenhagen with a focus on smørrebrød.

Top notch open face sandwiches for lunch and excellent classic Danish cuisine for dinner. Lovely ambience and even lovelier food.