Asger sources sausages from Nørre Søby in Funen, a producer known for quality pork. The housemade remoulade is creamy and tangy, the onions are caramelized until sweet, and the pickled cucumbers provide acidity. Reviewers mention this as a step above standard Copenhagen hotdog stands — the care in sourcing and topping preparation is visible in every bite.
Tips from diners
Ask Asger which toppings he recommends that day — he often has seasonal additions like fresh herbs or house-made sauces.
Nordic Hotdog is the best casual food at Reffen — eat it while sitting on the waterfront and watching the harbour.
This is a component you can add to any hotdog or sandwich. The remoulade is made in-house and has a creamy, tangy profile with notes of dill and capers. It's not aggressively spiced but instead focuses on brightness and richness.
Tips from diners
Get extra remoulade on the side — it's good enough to eat with a spoon and elevates everything.
Asger's vegan option is made from quality plant-based ingredients and served with the same care as the meat versions. The fresh chervil adds brightness and herbs, and the remoulade is vegan-friendly. Reviewers mention this as surprisingly good — it's not trying to taste like meat, but rather stands on its own as a well-executed plant-based hotdog.
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The vegan sausage is just as satisfying as the meat versions here — Asger treats it with the same respect and quality ingredients.
In addition to hotdogs, Nordic Hotdog also serves crispy pork sandwiches — another Danish classic that Asger prepares with the same attention to quality. The pork is seasoned and fried until the exterior is crispy while the meat remains moist inside. Reviewers mention this as equally good to the hotdog, and a nice alternative if you want something different.
Tips from diners
If you're tired of hotdogs, the crispy pork sandwich is a welcome change — just as quick, equally filling, and completely satisfying.
This is the upscale version — beef sausage (richer than pork) topped with proper Gruyere cheese and a touch of truffle mayo. The caramelized onions add sweetness and depth. Reviewers who order this mention it as a special occasion hotdog — it's more indulgent and expensive than the classic, but distinctly better.
Tips from diners
If you want to splurge on a hotdog, this is it — the Gruyere and truffle make it feel like a real treat.
Nordic Hotdog is run by Asger Jørgensen, whose grandmother opened Grethe's Sausages in 1989 — a family business rooted in Danish charcuterie. Asger took over in 2019 and opened Nordic Hotdog at Reffen, Copenhagen's street food market. The sausages are sourced from Nørre Søby in Funen and paired with housemade toppings like creamy remoulade, tangy pickled cucumbers, and caramelized onions. Asger offers vegan and vegetarian versions, plus halal sausages. The concept emphasizes quality ingredients and small-batch preparation — every hotdog is customized to order.
Nordic Hotdog is located at Reffen, Copenhagen's street food market on the waterfront at Refshaleøen. Get there by bus 2A or harbour bus 991/992.
Reffen is open year-round but is busiest in summer. Weekends are packed — come on a weekday if you want less of a crowd.
Nordic Hotdog is perfect for groups — everyone can customize their hotdog, and you can eat on picnic tables while exploring the rest of Reffen's 50+ food stalls.
No reservations — this is walk-up counter service. Orders are made to order, so there's a 5–10 minute wait during busy times.
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