What are the best beef dishes in Copenhagen?

Based on diner recommendations, the best beef dish in Copenhagen is at Ewalds Brasserie. We compared 37 restaurants serving beef dishes.

How much do beef dishes cost in Copenhagen?

Beef dish prices in Copenhagen range from DKK52.00 to DKK2150.00 across 37 restaurants.

Best Beef Dishes in Copenhagen

37 restaurants compared

Price range: DKK52.00 – DKK2150.00

Avg recommendation: 88%

Top 5 Beef Dishes in Copenhagen (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 37 restaurants:

Ribeye with Béarnaise at Ewalds Brasserie, DKK325.00 (Frederiksberg)
Smørrebrød: Roast Beef with Remoulade at Christianshavns Færgecafé, DKK125.00 (Christianshavn)
Roast Beef and Remoulade at Hallernes Smørrebrød, DKK98.00 (Indre By)
Grilled Beef or Pork at Babel, DKK235.00 (Nørrebro)
Beef Pho at District Tonkin, DKK145.00 (Indre By)

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

All 37 Beef Dishes

Ribeye with Béarnaise

Ewalds Brasserie

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK325.00

Grilled ribeye steak with tarragon béarnaise, potato purée, and seasonal vegetables.

Tip: The house Burgundy (Côtes de Nuits, usually around 500 DKK) is excellent with this. Wine List Silver Star winner for a reason.

Smørrebrød: Roast Beef with Remoulade

Christianshavns Færgecafé

Christianshavn·$$

DKK125.00

Rye bread topped with thin-sliced roast beef, remoulade, crispy onions, and capers.

Tip: This is the lunch bread to order — it's substantial and the remoulade is made daily. The crispy onions are the detail that sets it apart.

Roast Beef and Remoulade

Hallernes Smørrebrød

Indre By·$$

DKK98.00

Sliced roast beef with house-made remoulade and crispy onion on rye.

Tip: Order this if you're in a hurry—it's quick to assemble and tastes great.

Grilled Beef or Pork

Babel

Nørrebro·$$

DKK235.00

Grilled meat prepared Thai-style with aromatic herbs.

Tip: Grilled meats are good walk-in bets—they cook quickly and the flavors hold even if you're still waiting for a table.

Beef Pho

District Tonkin

Indre By·$

DKK145.00

Rice noodles in a rich beef broth with tender beef slices, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts.

Tip: Pho is dinner-only (from 17:30). The broth is richer and more complex than typical Copenhagen pho places.

Carne Asada Tacos

La Neta

Nørrebro·$

DKK52.00

Grilled beef marinated in citrus, cilantro, and spices, served with onion and lime.

Tip: No reservations at La Neta — walk-in only. Come at off-peak times (2-4 PM or after 10 PM) for minimal wait.

Tartare of Danish Beef with Citrus Cream

Vækst

Indre By·$$

DKK135.00

Hand-chopped beef tartare with bright citrus cream and cured egg yolk.

Tip: A lighter starter that pairs well with the heartier vegetable mains — order two starters instead of one starter and one main if unsure.

Spicy Beef with Root Vegetables

DØP – Den Økologiske Pølsemand

Indre By·$

DKK75.00

Organic beef sausage with mashed potatoes and roasted turnips, served without fat or dairy.

Tip: This dish is more filling than a standard hotdog — it's a complete lunch, not a snack.

Slow-Cooked Beef

Pâté Pâté

Vesterbro·$$

DKK138.00

Braised beef in a rich, spiced sauce served with bread.

Tip: Order the slow-cooked beef as a shared main alongside smaller plates. It's substantial and designed for sharing.

#10

Steak Frites

Polly

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK265.00

Grilled steak with béarnaise, crispy fries, and seasonal greens.

Tip: Specify your preferred doneness when you book — the kitchen will have it ready and won't guess.

#11

Steak Tartare

Sokkelund

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK195.00

Hand-chopped beef with capers, shallots, egg yolk, Worcestershire, and rye toast.

Tip: Ask them to prepare it with a medium hand on the Worcestershire — Sokkelund runs it a bit salty for some tastes.

#12

Beef Cheeks with Caramelized Onions

Abigail & Co

Indre By·$$$$

Braised beef cheeks paired with dark, sweet, slowly cooked onions and a silky sauce.

Tip: This is often the final savoury course before the transition to dessert. It's rich — pace yourself if you've enjoyed the earlier courses.

#13

Biksemad

Café Petersborg

Indre By·$$

DKK165.00

Meat and potato hash with a fried egg and beet root relish.

Tip: Order this if you want something warm and filling for dinner. It's unfussy and satisfying.

#14

Tournedos

Rio Bravo

Indre By·$$

DKK225.00

Small, tender center-cut beef steak typically served with sauce and accompaniments.

Tip: The tournedos is a smaller cut than the Rio Grande — good if you're not extremely hungry but want premium beef quality.

#15

Roast Beef with Remoulade

Café Petersborg

Indre By·$$

DKK145.00

Sliced roast beef with house-made remoulade and crispy onion on rye bread.

Tip: This is one of the most affordable smørrebrød in Indre By and genuinely good. Order it if you want a classic lunch.

#16

Bulgogi

SSAM Korean Food Bar

Vesterbro·$$

DKK135.00

Marinated beef sirloin with sweet soy sauce, sesame, and vegetables.

Tip: Order bulgogi as a shared dish for a group — it's designed for sharing and it pairs well with other dishes like bibimbap or fried chicken.

#17

Beef Hotdog with Gruyere

Nordic Hotdog

Refshaleøen·$

DKK95.00

Beef sausage topped with melted Gruyere, caramelized onions, and truffle mayo.

Tip: If you want to splurge on a hotdog, this is it — the Gruyere and truffle make it feel like a real treat.

#18

Pepper Steak

Rio Bravo

Indre By·$$

DKK245.00

Steak with a cracked black pepper crust and brandy-cream sauce, served with potatoes and salad.

Tip: The pepper steak is slightly more expensive and richer than the Rio Grande. Choose based on whether you want pure beef or a sauced preparation.

#19

Beef Tartare

Bar Poldo

Indre By·$$

DKK120.00

Raw beef with caper, anchovy, and egg yolk prepared à la carte.

Tip: Reserve this ahead if it's available—the kitchen prepares it only when beef quality meets their standards.

#2095% recommend

Beef Shawarma

Shawarma Grill House

Indre By·$

DKK75.00

Marinated beef cooked on a vertical spit, carved and wrapped in pita.

Tip: Order the beef shawarma for lunch with extra pita. It's filling, quick, and reasonable value.

#2192% recommend

Gasoline Grill Burger

Broens Street Food

Christianshavn·$$

DKK95.00

Grass-fed beef burger with special sauce, cheese, lettuce, and pickles.

Tip: 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.

#2291% recommend

Rio Grande Steak

Rio Bravo

Indre By·$$

DKK238.00

400g grass-fed Danish steak with mixed salad, baked potato with garlic butter, and béarnaise sauce.

Tip: The steak is straightforward — no fussy preparation. If you want simplicity and quality beef, this is it.

#2390% recommend

Tournedos Rossini

Marchal

Indre By·$$$

DKK2150.00

Classic French meat dish with black truffle and pan-fried duck liver, prepared with French technique.

Tip: Ask for a Pinot Noir pairing — Chanin Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir is frequently recommended by their sommelier for this dish.

#2490% recommend

Steak Tartare

Les Trois Cochons

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK165.00

Hand-chopped raw beef with capers, shallots, egg yolk, and cornichons.

Tip: Order it first thing so the chef prepares it fresh — it arrives better seasoned than if you wait.

#2588% recommend

Tom Yum with Local Beef

Kiin Kiin

Nørrebro·$$$

DKK1225.00

Thai hot-and-sour soup with Danish beef, refined through precise technique and Nordic produce.

Tip: This soup sets the tone for the meal — arrive with an open mind about what Thai food can be when built from Nordic raw materials.

#2688% recommend

Steak Tartare

Ewalds Brasserie

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK225.00

Hand-chopped beef with capers, shallots, egg yolk, and rye toast.

Tip: Pair with the house white — a Loire Valley, usually around 350-400 DKK. The acidity cuts the richness perfectly.

#2788% recommend

Rio Bravo Casserole

Rio Bravo

Indre By·$$

DKK159.00

House casserole with pork, veal, beef, sausage, and vegetables served with rice or fried potatoes.

Tip: This is a perennially popular dish on special occasion dinners. It's hearty enough to round out a multi-course meal without feeling heavy.

#2888% recommend

Steak Tartare

Élan

Indre By·$$

DKK225.00

Fresh raw beef with capers and mustard.

Tip: The steak tartare is one of the few items that carries through lunch and dinner menus. Ask about their beef sourcing—they choose quality carefully.

#2986% recommend

Beef Tartare

San Marco JUNIOR

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK138.00

Finely minced raw beef with anchovy, capers, Parmesan, and lemon.

Tip: Order beef tartare with toasted bread—the restaurant provides it, and it adds texture to the dish.

#3086% recommend

Beef Tacos

Llama

Indre By·$$

DKK175.00

Grilled beef in corn tortillas with cilantro and onion.

Tip: Order tacos in sets of 3-4 and share. The format encourages trying multiple preparations across the menu.

#3186% recommend

Burger Classique

Sokkelund

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK185.00

Hand-formed beef patty with Emmental cheese, crispy fries, and house-made pickles.

Tip: The burgers are best eaten immediately — don't let them cool. The cheese hardens and the bun dries out.

#3285% recommend

Beef Cuvette with Truffled Wasabi Béarnaise

Uni

Indre By·$$

DKK220.00

A refined take on steak — tender beef with a classic French sauce infused with fresh wasabi and truffle.

Tip: The truffled wasabi béarnaise is the star — it sounds complicated but tastes perfectly balanced, bringing heat and umami without overpowering the beef.

#3385% recommend

Char-Grilled Florentine Steak

Circolo

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK280.00

Thick-cut grilled steak, Tuscan style, finished with olive oil and rosemary.

Tip: Request the steak cooked medium-rare and ask the server about the source and age of the beef.

#3485% recommend

Steak Frites

Les Trois Cochons

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK295.00

Grilled steak with béarnaise sauce and crispy fries.

Tip: Pair with the house Côtes du Rhône — 380 DKK bottle, goes perfectly with the béarnaise and is one of Copenhagen's best wine values.

#3585% recommend

Dolsot Bibimbap

SSAM Korean Food Bar

Vesterbro·$$

DKK125.00

Hot stone bowl with rice, seasoned vegetables, egg, and beef, topped with gochujang sauce.

Tip: Mix the bibimbap thoroughly before eating — that's the proper way to eat it, and it distributes the sauce evenly.

#3685% recommend

Beef Tartare

Uformel

Indre By·$$

DKK155.00

Hand-chopped raw beef with vinaigrette and topped egg yolk.

Tip: The tartare is one of the most consistent plates — order it every time you visit. Quality beef is always available.

#3782% recommend

Pad Krapow with Beef

Holy Krapow

Refshaleøen·$

DKK105.00

Ground beef replacing pork/chicken — richer and deeper, with a slight mineral note from the beef.

Tip: The beef version is the most expensive but delivers the most flavor depth — worth the extra 10 DKK for a special lunch.