Where is the best seafood in Copenhagen?

Based on diner recommendations, the best seafood in Copenhagen is at Udtryk. We compared 22 restaurants serving seafood.

How much does seafood cost in Copenhagen?

Seafood prices in Copenhagen range from DKK105.00 to DKK1850.00 across 22 restaurants.

Best Seafood in Copenhagen

22 restaurants compared

Price range: DKK105.00 – DKK1850.00

Avg recommendation: 91%

Top 5 Seafood in Copenhagen (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 22 restaurants:

Udtryk, DKK1850.00 (Indre By)
Kappo Andō, DKK1800.00 (Nordhavn)
Aamanns 1921, DKK175.00 (Indre By)
Geranium, DKK1650.00 (Østerbro)
Abigail & Co, (Indre By)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 22 Restaurants Compared

Udtryk

Indre By·$$$

Hand-Dived Norwegian Scallops with Monaka

DKK1850.00

Fresh scallops in a delicate wafer (monaka) with watercress and gingko nuts — a study in texture contrast.

Tip: Eat this course fairly quickly after it arrives — the wafer will begin to soften, and the textural contrast is intentional.

Kappo Andō

Nordhavn·$$$

Sea Bass with Chives

DKK1800.00

Fresh sea bass served with chives, daikon and ponzu sauce.

Tip: Ask the sommelier Henrik for a sake pairing — he has an extensive knowledge of how different sake styles complement lighter fish courses.

Aamanns 1921

Indre By·$$$

Hand-Peeled Shrimp with Tarragon

DKK175.00

Cold organic shrimp with homemade tarragon mayo, fresh herbs, and lemon on rye.

Tip: The tarragon mayo is house-made and changes seasonally. It's worth exploring even if you've had shrimp elsewhere.

Geranium

Østerbro·$$$$

Native Trout with Seasonal Root Vegetables

DKK1650.00

Pristine trout with roasted seasonal roots, herbs, and light butter sauce.

Tip: Request a table by the windows when booking — the views across Copenhagen and toward Sweden are stunning during dinner service. The panorama is part of the Geranium experience.

Abigail & Co

Indre By·$$$$

Dungeness Crab with Yuzu and Hibiscus

Sweet crab meat brightened with yuzu citrus and floral hibiscus notes in a delicate, colorful presentation.

Tip: Pause here to enjoy the visual composition — the plating is as considered as the flavors.

Sanchez

Vesterbro·$$

Chipotle Mussels with Habanero

DKK650.00

Pan-seared mussels in a creamy chipotle sauce with habanero and fresh corn.

Tip: This course benefits from a mezcal pairing — ask about the pairing menu for specific recommendations.

Den Vandrette

Indre By·$$

Cured Trout with Stracciatella and Trout Roe

DKK105.00

Cured trout paired with soft cheese and fish roe.

Tip: The small plates are designed for sharing and the kitchen manages pace well for groups. Ask the team to recommend a sequence of dishes that pair across the wine list.

Slotskælderen hos Gitte Kik

Indre By·$$

Shrimp with Remoulade

DKK115.00

Cold shrimp with house-made remoulade, lemon, and fresh dill on rye.

Tip: A solid seafood option if you want shrimp over herring. The remoulade is properly made.

Schønnemann

Indre By·$$

Shrimp with Remoulade

DKK165.00

Hand-peeled cold shrimp with tangy Danish remoulade on rye bread.

Tip: A solid seafood option if you want shrimp instead of herring or smoked fish.

#10

Restaurant VIE

Nordhavn·$$

Seafood Course

Seasonal fish or shellfish preparation sourced from local fisheries.

Tip: Ask the server about the current seafood sourcing — they're usually excited to tell you where the fish came from and how it's prepared.

#11

Élan

Indre By·$$

Fish Carpaccio

DKK265.00

Thinly sliced raw fish with citrus and olive oil.

Tip: Start with fish carpaccio as a shared appetizer—light, refreshing, and sets the tone for Mediterranean-style evening dining.

#12

Kadeau

Christianshavn·$$$$

Squid Slow-Cooked on Seaweed

DKK850.00

Tender squid, slow-cooked on a bed of seaweed, served with Sieglinde potato and a sauce of smoked buttermilk whey and brown butter.

Tip: Tuesday-Friday dinner service (18:00) is quieter than Saturday. If you want to hear the chefs explain their philosophy without noise, choose a weekday seating.

#1396% recommend

Kadeau

Christianshavn·$$$$

Six-Day House-Smoked Salmon

DKK850.00

Bornholm's heritage salmon — slow-smoked for six days with a sauce of Havgus cheese and buttermilk whey, topped with rosehip and wood ant pesto and pickled elderflower.

Tip: This dish defines Kadeau. Even if you order the full tasting menu, the salmon course is the emotional center of the meal and what locals and returning diners expect.

#1495% recommend

Ibens Smørrebrød

Indre By·$$

Egg and Prawns

DKK145.00

Organic egg with hand-peeled prawns, homemade tarragon mayo, and fresh herbs on rye.

Tip: This is why Ibens is rated 4.9 stars. The hand-peeled shrimp and homemade tarragon mayo are the heart of this place.

#1594% recommend

akmē

Nordhavn·$$$

Danish Red Mullet in Bouillabaisse Sauce

DKK1300.00

Perfectly seared local mullet served with a French bouillabaisse reduction, bridging Japanese precision and French tradition.

Tip: Watch the chef work this dish — the plating happens right in front of you, and the technique is worth observing.

#1692% recommend

Kadeau

Christianshavn·$$$$

King Crab with Yeasted Barley and Havgus Cheese

DKK850.00

Local king crab with a cultured barley base and creamy Havgus cheese from Bornholm.

Tip: Menu options vary by season — Summer (growth season) and Winter (preservation season) menus are distinctly different. Check which season you're booking for and ask the kitchen about current preparations.

#1792% recommend

Udtryk

Indre By·$$$

Turbot with Ten-Year-Old Shaoxing Wine and Aged Tangerine

DKK1850.00

Precisely cooked local turbot paired with aged Chinese wine reduction and preserved citrus — a dish of deliberate contrasts.

Tip: Ask about the Shaoxing wine and tangerine origins — Pascal's sourcing knowledge is part of why this dish works.

#1889% recommend

a|o|c

Indre By·$$$$

Turbot with Seasonal Vegetables

DKK950.00

Perfectly cooked white turbot with seasonal root and stem vegetables, light beurre blanc.

Tip: Ask Christian or the wine service team to suggest an obscure pairing from the cellar — they take pride in introducing guests to producers and regions most diners have never encountered.

#1988% recommend

Formel B

Frederiksberg·$$$

Danish Langoustine

DKK1250.00

Fresh langoustine prepared to highlight the sweetness of local Danish waters.

Tip: Ask the sommelier for a white wine pairing specifically for this course — the wine list includes rare natural wines that complement this dish particularly well.

#2088% recommend

Alouette

Indre By·$$$$

Slow-Roasted Fish with Smoked Emulsion

DKK850.00

Delicate white fish gently roasted and finished with a silky smoked emulsion.

Tip: Alouette holds both a Michelin star and a Green Star — ask the team about the zero-waste philosophy. They're proud of their commitment and happy to explain their practices.

#2188% recommend

Kadeau

Christianshavn·$$$$

Scallop Wrapped in Fruit Leather with Black Seaweed

DKK850.00

Tender scallop enveloped in a delicate fruit leather of strawberry, rosehip, and plum with black seaweed accent.

Tip: Request a table with a view of Christianshavn's picturesque canal when booking — the waterfront location adds to the island-inspired ambiance.

#2287% recommend

Élan

Indre By·$$

Grilled Squid

DKK280.00

Tender grilled squid with Mediterranean seasoning.

Tip: Order grilled squid as a shared plate in the evening—Élan's portions are designed for sharing and the Mediterranean menu encourages grazing.