What are the best herring dishes in Copenhagen?

Based on diner recommendations, the best herring dish in Copenhagen is at Norrlyst. We compared 8 restaurants serving herring dishes.

How much do herring dishes cost in Copenhagen?

Herring dish prices in Copenhagen range from DKK95.00 to DKK1900.00 across 8 restaurants.

Best Herring Dishes in Copenhagen

8 restaurants compared

Price range: DKK95.00 – DKK1900.00

Avg recommendation: 92%

Top 5 Herring Dishes in Copenhagen (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 8 restaurants:

Christiansøpigens Herring at Norrlyst, DKK100.00 (Indre By)
Herring with Sesame and Umeboshi at Sushi Anaba, DKK1900.00 (Nordhavn)
Smørrebrød: Herring with Onion and Egg at Christianshavns Færgecafé, DKK115.00 (Christianshavn)
Herring with Red Onion at Café Petersborg, DKK118.00 (Indre By)
Aged Herring with Elderflower Brine at Aamann's Copenhagen, DKK165.00 (Østerbro)

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

All 8 Herring Dishes

Christiansøpigens Herring

Norrlyst

Indre By·$$

DKK100.00

Herring with horseradish cream, horseradish and pickled trumpet mushrooms on rye bread.

Tip: If you like bold flavors and don't shy away from horseradish heat, this is a memorable choice that shows the depth of Danish smørrebrød tradition.

Herring with Sesame and Umeboshi

Sushi Anaba

Nordhavn·$$$

DKK1900.00

Cross-hatch-cut Danish herring topped with sesame seeds and umeboshi (pickled plum), bringing sharp and savory flavors.

Tip: Herring can be divisive, but this preparation converts skeptics — the umeboshi cuts through the richness with brightness.

Smørrebrød: Herring with Onion and Egg

Christianshavns Færgecafé

Christianshavn·$$

DKK115.00

Rye bread with pickled herring, red onion, boiled egg, and dill.

Tip: Sit at the bar and eat standing — this is quick lunch food meant to be consumed and gone in 20 minutes. The bar feels like the Danish way.

Herring with Red Onion

Café Petersborg

Indre By·$$

DKK118.00

Pickled herring with red onion rings and dill on rye bread.

Tip: Order this at lunch with an akvavit if you want the full 300-year-old experience.

Aged Herring with Elderflower Brine

Aamann's Copenhagen

Østerbro·$$$

DKK165.00

House-marinated herring in elderflower brine with fried buckwheat, aged Danish cheese, and crackers.

Tip: Ask if they have herring on the menu before you arrive—it's a seasonal offering and not always available.

Pickled Herring with Apple and Dill

Hallernes Smørrebrød

Indre By·$$

DKK95.00

House-pickled herring with apple slices, crème fraîche, and fresh dill on rye.

Tip: This is a classic intro to Danish smørrebrød—authentic and not too adventurous.

#795% recommend

Lumsk Sailor's Toast

Lumskebugten

Indre By·$$$

DKK125.00

Spiced Christianso herring with red onion and dill on rye bread.

Tip: Order this—it's what Lumskebugten is famous for and appears in guides to the best smørrebrød in Copenhagen.

#888% recommend

Matjes Herring with Browned Butter

Norrlyst

Indre By·$$

DKK120.00

Matjes herring with browned butter, boiled eggs and Danish apples on rye bread.

Tip: Traditional and authentic — reviewers consistently recommend this to first-time smørrebrød eaters as the quintessential Danish experience.