4 Best Restaurants in Zealand, Denmark

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We've compiled the best of the best in Zealand - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

David's

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At this charming café with a garden patio, the kitchen satisfies its many patrons with delicious Danish-French dishes. Brunch is served daily, as are a good variety of sandwiches, tapas, vegetarian options, warm dishes like quiche Lorraine and soups, and children's plates.

Storegade 11, 4780, Denmark
33-13--80--57
Known For
  • Great lunches
  • Loyal local following
  • French-inspired plates of cheese and charcuterie
Restaurant Details
Reservations essential

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Det Gamle Bryghus

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This café-restaurant serves its own beer produced on the premises, with up to six varieties on tap and many more bottled. The café serves sandwiches and a popular fresh-vegetable-laden "brewery burger." A quality carvery buffet, with freshly sliced roasted meats and salads, and an à la carte menu are available in the restaurant. Try the classic pork shank marinated in brown ale at either the restaurant or the café.

Søndersti 3, 4780, Denmark
55-81--20--00
Known For
  • Beautiful view of the fjord from the dining room
  • Big selection of home-brewed beers
  • Gourmet burgers, cakes, and gastropub dishes
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun.--Tues.
Reservations not accepted

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Raadhuskælderen

$$

The basement of City Hall, near the cathedral, houses this charming and popular café-restaurant with exposed brick walls, curved white ceilings, and low lights. The dinner menu features French-Danish dishes and various cuts of beef and lamb grilled on a lava-rock barbecue. The decor is as old-fashioned and traditional as the menu.

Fondens Bro 1, 4000, Denmark
46-36–01–00
Known For
  • Open-faced sandwiches
  • Cake and coffee
  • A courtyard with town views
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun.

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Store Børs

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Located on the Roskilde Harbor, this seafood restaurant has views of the Roskilde Cathedral. Menus here change monthly; its five-course tasting menu, with matching wines, represents the best of each season.

Havnevej 43, 4000, Denmark
46-32–50–45
Known For
  • House-smoked salmon and housemade cheese
  • Fresh herbs from the restaurant's own garden
  • Locally brewed Gourmetbryggeriet beer pairings
Restaurant Details
Closed Mon. No dinner Sun.
Reservations essential

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