Bib Gourmand restaurants in Denmark

The team at Anarki (led by head chef Rune Sauer Sonnechsen) seem to challenge the common dogmas, as they draw inspiration from all corners of the world. As an added bonus, Anarki proofs that gourmet food and good service does not have to cost the equivalent of the newest smartphone.

From the menu and ingredients to the furniture, tableware and working processes in the restaurant, everything is planned and done with a sustainable touch. The food is plant-based and created using only seasonal ingredients from local producers or produced by Lupa itself.

The ‘Bear’s Basement’, in the heart of Frederiksberg, has been a restaurant for over 130 years, and references to the furry creatures are legion in this cosy, characterful eatery. Smørrebrød are served at lunch, with more substantial dishes in the evening, and the carefully crafted plates have flavour, imagination and a modern touch.

Bobe is the vision of Danish celebrity chef, Bo Bech. Romantic, honest, playful, generous. Its identity is reflected on the plate and in the restaurant. The wine bar in the basement might mean you'll be staying a while longer.

A small bistro, nestled in the iconic cobbled street of Jægersborggade, is a local favourite. Watch the chefs in the open kitchen whip up beautifully prepared French and Italian dishes à la carte. This homely restaurant promises food as diverse and exciting as the neighbourhood it's in. 

Set in one of the oldest (and grandest) postcodes of Copenhagen, Démodé proves that classic French cuisine is always in fashion. The chic dining room is a perfect setting for hearty, flavourful Gallic cuisine. The wine list is centred around French wines, with some gold vintages and an excellent selection by the glass. 

Are you passionate about Italian wine? Then Enomania is the place to go, because the name of the restaurant basically translates to wine enthusiast (or maniac - depending on the degree of fandom). And while you're at Enomania, why not pair that wine with a creamy risotto and homemade Italian sausage?

Restaurant Gabrielle is an authentic French bistro located on Vestergade in the heart of Copenhagen. The use of good local produce is an important part of the kitchen philosophy. Chef Simon Slott is always on the lookout for the best ingredients, and there is a strong emphasis on using seasonal produce.

This bright, cosy restaurant is a love note to the Danish Island of Bornholm in the heart of Copenhagen. Here, they celebrate with not only the food but also the glassware and ceramics (for which Bornholm is famed). Lunchtime is centred around the Danish classic, smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches), and dinner offers a number of set menus or a delicious à la carte offering. 

While strolling through Snaregade, one of Copenhagen's oldest and most picturesque streets, you'll come across this delicious gem of a restaurant. Marv & Ben (Marrow & Bone) offers Nordic gastronomy based on local and mainly organic produce, which makes this restaurant a great suggestion for you to dive into the Nordic cuisine.

At restaurant Mêlée, you can enjoy an intimate dining experience in a relaxed setting. Mêlée offers uncomplicated and timeless French-inspired dishes based on top quality produce.

No.2 is located on Hammershøj Kaj at Christianshavn with an excellent view over the Black Diamond. The food is made with great produce, and the interior is filled with Danish design. 

This intimate bistro is all about seasonality. Lunch offers delicious smørrebrød and dinner is a top-quality 4 course set menu. Tasty, local produce is at the heart of their meals accompanied by some brilliant local beers and, of course, some excellent snaps. 

Paesàno is Copenhagen's Italian food movement driven by young, creative chefs who experiment with of the most beloved food traditions in one of the most innovative and open-minded food cities.

The phrase "sharing is caring" is the mantra at restaurant Pluto. Just a stone's throw away from the King's Garden, you can sit down and enjoy an informal family style dinner.

With the number of spots to hold Michelin awards growing even more this year, Aarhus is certainly establishing itself as a culinary force to be reckoned with, and Pondus is a worthy example. A sister to the Michelin-starred Substans, the more affordable modern Danish bistro, Pondus, offers organic New Nordic plates at a more affordable price.

A restaurant next to the old Danish Broadcasting Corporation offices, Radio's buzzing atmosphere lives up to its name. On a moody, vibrant backdrop, the seasons take centre stage. Each month, the menu aligns with whatever organic produce is on offer locally – from the first sprigs of rhubarb in spring to Danish strawberries in the summer. Autumn and winter offer an abundance of foraged mushrooms and hunted pheasant and hare from the Danish countryside. There is a fondness for the ocean – Radio only serves sustainably caught fish from Nordic waters – and the Danish coastline as much as possible. 

A modern bistro with a rebellious streak, Rebel fits in with the hustle and bustle of the city centre it's located in. An open kitchen and an animated atmosphere are the perfect setting for an adventurous tasting menu or to pick and choose from plenty of small dishes. Oysters, waffles, caviar and a banana split – a rebellious menu if ever we heard one. 

A cosy French backyard-feeling in the heart of Aarhus – Denmark's city of smiles – could you ask for a more charming dining experience? Danish ingredients are crafted into delights with a Gallic and international edge. Risottos and schnitzel are nestled amongst a classic French menu with a complementing, exclusively French, wine cellar. 

Nordhavn is an architectural feast for the eyes, and Restaurant VIE will leave your belly just as full. With a focus on seasonal foods, French culinary traditions, and deeply influenced by the Nordic kitchen, they create simple and effective classics. Enjoy the extensive wine list full of their favourite classic, European wines to complement the menu daily. 

Want to try a true Danish lunch classic? Then smørrebrød is the one for you - and while the name of these open faced sandwiches might be difficult to pronounce, they are delicious to eat! At restaurant Selma, they have taken the art of smørrebrød to another level. Furthermore, Selma is located just around the corner from Nørreport Station which makes it the perfect lunch spot when you are exploring the inner city of Copenhagen.

Previously Manfreds, this cosy Bistro on Jægersborggade in Copenhagen has transformed into a friendly restaurant with a focus on fish and shellfish. Well-priced, freshly caught fish and top-quality produce give a simple but flavourful menu.