What are the best shrimp dishes in Copenhagen?

Based on diner recommendations, the best shrimp dish in Copenhagen is at Aamann's Copenhagen. We compared 9 restaurants serving shrimp dishes.

How much do shrimp dishes cost in Copenhagen?

Shrimp dish prices in Copenhagen range from DKK55.00 to DKK350.00 across 9 restaurants.

Best Shrimp Dishes in Copenhagen

9 restaurants compared

Price range: DKK55.00 – DKK350.00

Avg recommendation: 88%

Top 5 Shrimp Dishes in Copenhagen (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 9 restaurants:

Boiled Eggs, Shrimp, and Lumpfish Roe at Aamann's Copenhagen, DKK185.00 (Østerbro)
Fjord Shrimp at Donda, DKK350.00 (Christianshavn)
Pasta with King Prawns at San Marco JUNIOR, DKK168.00 (Frederiksberg)
Hand-Peeled Shrimp with Egg at Hallernes Smørrebrød, DKK125.00 (Indre By)
Frutti di Mare Pasta at Donna, DKK265.00 (Indre By)

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

All 9 Shrimp Dishes

Boiled Eggs, Shrimp, and Lumpfish Roe

Aamann's Copenhagen

Østerbro·$$$

DKK185.00

Soft boiled egg, hand-peeled shrimp, and lumpfish roe on brioche with crème fraîche sauce.

Tip: This dish is often included in the Aamann's 1921 tasting menu (6 or 7 courses)—it's lighter than other courses and a palate-refresher.

Fjord Shrimp

Donda

Christianshavn·$$$$

DKK350.00

Charred Danish shrimp with lime, garlic, and Nora chili finish.

Tip: The shrimp are the mildest course heat-wise — if you're new to Donda's spice level, this is the safe bet.

Pasta with King Prawns

San Marco JUNIOR

Frederiksberg·$$

DKK168.00

Fresh pasta with butter, garlic, and plump North Atlantic prawns.

Tip: The king prawn pasta is reliable and impressive—a good date night dish.

Hand-Peeled Shrimp with Egg

Hallernes Smørrebrød

Indre By·$$

DKK125.00

Danish hand-peeled shrimp with soft boiled egg on wheat bread with lemon.

Tip: Watch the staff assemble this one—they work with practiced efficiency, and the shrimp are always piled high.

Frutti di Mare Pasta

Donna

Indre By·$$$

DKK265.00

Fresh pasta with mixed seafood — shrimp, clams, mussels — in a light broth.

Tip: Ask which seafood is fresh today — the pasta showcases the best of what's in stock.

#690% recommend

Shrimp with Duck Lard

Lumskebugten

Indre By·$$$

DKK145.00

Sweet Danish shrimp with duck confit lard and pickled vegetables on rye.

Tip: Pair with a crisp white wine or a light beer—the richness of duck fat needs balance.

#788% recommend

Hand-Peeled Shrimp Smørrebrød

Aamann's Copenhagen

Østerbro·$$$

DKK195.00

Danish shrimp piled on wheat bread with crème fraîche, lemon, and fresh dill.

Tip: Order this as your first dish if you're new to Aamann's—it's the purest expression of their philosophy: simple ingredients, impeccable sourcing.

#888% recommend

Shrimp and Pork Dumplings

GAO Dumpling

Nørrebro·$

DKK55.00

A hybrid dumpling combining fresh shrimp and ground pork — lighter than pork-only, with briny sweetness.

Tip: This filling sits between 'classic' and 'adventurous' — perfect if you're introducing someone to GAO for the first time.

#986% recommend

Tom Yum Soup

Babel

Nørrebro·$$

DKK145.00

Thai hot and sour soup with shrimp and lemongrass.

Tip: Start with tom yum soup—it's warming and helps you gauge the spice level before ordering main dishes.