Greek-style fries that have become legendary at Broens—crispy, thin fries piled high with crumbled feta, oregano, and a garlicky yogurt sauce. They're better eaten immediately while still hot and crispy. Multiple reviewers call these out as a must-try.
Tips from diners
Order the fries to share—they're meant to be eaten immediately and are a perfect complement to a burger or grilled item.
Gasoline Grill's signature burger—ground from quality grass-fed beef with a secret sauce that reviewers consistently praise. The burger is piled with melting cheese and crisp pickles on a toasted bun. It's the most recommended item across multiple review sites and regularly draws queues.
Tips from diners
Gasoline Grill is the most popular vendor at Broens—arrive before 12:30 or after 19:00 to avoid the lunch and early dinner rush.
GRØD brings their signature porridge concept to Broens, serving it in bowls with rotating seasonal toppings. The grains are organic, the additions are local, and it's comfort food done with care. Available year-round but especially popular in colder months.
Tips from diners
GRØD is one of the few vendors offering warm breakfast and lunch options—perfect if the weather is poor.
Pizza Bro serves authentic Neapolitan pizza—thin crust with charred leopard spots, topped with quality mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, and seasonal ingredients. The wood-fired oven creates a quick, hot cook that preserves the crust's texture.
Tips from diners
Pizza is the most portable food at Broens—grab a slice and sit by the water to eat and people-watch.
Dhaba brings Indian street food to the Copenhagen waterfront—fragrant curries with complex spice profiles, served with rice or warm naan. The vendor sources spices thoughtfully and builds curries from scratch daily. It's a warming option for cooler weather.
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Dhaba's curries are genuinely flavorful—a step above typical street food in terms of technique and ingredient sourcing.
Broens Street Food (Broens Gadekøkken) opened in 2018 at the Greenlandic Trading Square, created by Street Food District and the restaurant Noma. The dynamic market sits by the Inner Harbour Bridge between Christianshavn and Nyhavn, combining world-class street food with phenomenal water views. Over 12 rotating vendors serve global cuisines—from Danish classics to Vietnamese to Argentinian—all focused on quality ingredients. The market transforms seasonally: summer is a lively waterfront beer garden and gathering space, while winter becomes Broens Skøjtebane, a magical ice skating rink. The accessibility is unmatched—reach it from Nyhavn, Nytorv, or Christianshavn station.
There are 12+ vendors at Broens, all with different menus and styles. Walk the entire market before ordering so you can see what's appealing. Queues vary by vendor—Gasoline Grill and Strangas are always busy, while smaller vendors often have shorter waits.
Broens works perfectly for groups—everyone can order from different vendors and share. Find a table in the beer garden and split items.
The market is one of Copenhagen's best waterfront gathering spaces with views of the harbor and historic buildings. Arrive early to snag a table with a view, or visit in off-peak hours (14:00-17:00) for a quieter experience.
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