Best Scallop Dishes in Copenhagen
6 restaurants compared
Price range: DKK75.00 – DKK2400.00
Avg recommendation: 87%
Top 5 Scallop Dishes in Copenhagen (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 6 restaurants:
- Scallop with Marinated Cucumber at Marchal, DKK1800.00 (Indre By)
- Danish Scallops with Japanese Shiso at Koan — score 91/100, DKK1200.00 (Østerbro)
- Shoyu-Brushed Raw Scallops at Koan — score 89/100, DKK1200.00 (Østerbro)
- Scallop Wrapped in Fruit Leather with Black Seaweed at Kadeau — score 88/100, DKK850.00 (Christianshavn)
- Scallops with White Currant and Rose at Restaurant Jordnær — score 87/100, DKK2400.00 (Gentofte)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 6 Scallop Dishes
#1
Scallop with Marinated Cucumber
MarchalIndre By·$$$
DKK1800.00
Scallop with marinated cucumber, kohlrabi, horseradish cream and fresh dill.
Tip: This course shows the restaurant's lighter side — it arrives between heavier courses and provides a palate-cleansing moment that refreshes your appetite.
#2Score 91/100
Danish Scallops with Japanese Shiso
KoanØsterbro·$$$$
DKK1200.00
Pristine Nordic scallops with Japanese shiso leaf, creating a harmony of oceanic sweetness and herbal freshness.
Tip: The tasting menu is 17 courses and unfolds over approximately 2.5-3 hours. It's a focused, precise experience — every course is intentional. Arrive hungry and ready to concentrate.
#3Score 89/100
Shoyu-Brushed Raw Scallops
KoanØsterbro·$$$$
DKK1200.00
Raw Nordic scallops finished with a light brushing of shoyu (Japanese soy sauce).
Tip: Request a window table when booking to enjoy views of the Copenhagen waterfront and harbor lights. The setting enhances the refined dining experience.
#4Score 88/100
Scallop Wrapped in Fruit Leather with Black Seaweed
KadeauChristianshavn·$$$$
DKK850.00
Tender scallop enveloped in a delicate fruit leather of strawberry, rosehip, and plum with black seaweed accent.
Tip: Request a table with a view of Christianshavn's picturesque canal when booking — the waterfront location adds to the island-inspired ambiance.
#5Score 87/100
Scallops with White Currant and Rose
Restaurant JordnærGentofte·$$$$
DKK2400.00
Sweet, delicate scallops with tart white currant, rose petal, and subtle herb essence.
Tip: Mention celebrations at booking — Tina's warm, genuine service is legendary, and the team will ensure your special occasion feels appropriately honored.
#6Score 82/100
Scallops with Cucumber and Dill
Kødbyens FiskebarVesterbro·$$
DKK75.00
Fresh scallops prepared raw with diced cucumber, fresh dill, and anise oil.
Tip: Try this if you want something beyond oysters but still raw — the dill and anise oil are typically Scandinavian touches.