Copenhagen's street food scene punches way above its weight. From the sprawling waterfront stalls at Reffen to the refined halls of Torvehallerne, the city has developed a food market culture that rivals any European capital — though your wallet will definitely feel it. This is Scandinavia, after all.
We analyzed hundreds of Reddit posts from r/copenhagen, r/travel, r/Denmark, and r/solotravel to find the markets, food halls, and street food stands that locals and repeat visitors genuinely recommend. Fair warning: almost every Redditor will tell you Copenhagen street food is expensive. They're not wrong. But it's also really, really good.
📊 How we built this list
We analyzed 120+ Reddit posts and 800+ comments across r/copenhagen, r/travel, r/Denmark, r/solotravel, and r/foodtravel — spanning 2019 to 2026. Markets and stalls were ranked by how frequently they were recommended by independent users. Every spot on this list was mentioned in at least 3 separate threads by different people. We weighted long-term residents' picks more heavily than first-time visitor posts.
1Reffen Street Food
Street Food Market
What to try: The Argentinian steak sandwich and empanadas, Kurdish lamb shish on naan from Gosht, peanut curry from Baobab, and the caesar wrap from Ramsløg. Come hungry — there are 30+ stalls to graze through.
"Reffen is a must. Loads of food vendors (30-40) and can sit by the river eating and drinking"
— r/travel · 7 upvotes
"Fantastic place by the water, located a little outside Copenhagen. Tons of stalls with food from all over the world."
— r/copenhagen wiki · community guide
tabiji verdict: Copenhagen's undisputed street food king. The waterfront setting on Refshaleøen makes it feel like a summer festival every day. Seasonal (roughly April–October), so check before visiting in shoulder months. Bike there — it's the most Copenhagen way to arrive.
2Torvehallerne
Food Hall
What to try: The duck confit baguette at Ma Poule, smørrebrød from Hallernes, empanadas from La Boca, and seasonal salads from SMAG. Come for lunch — it's the best time for variety and atmosphere.
"Torvehallerne is probably the best bet"
— r/copenhagen · 9 upvotes
"It consists of a lot of independent stalls (specialty shops like butchers, cheeseshops etc.) as well as cafes and bakeries."
— r/copenhagen · 8 upvotes
"In Torvehallerne you can get smørrebrød. It doesn't get much more Danish than that."
— r/copenhagen · 11 upvotes
tabiji verdict: More food hall than street food — think Copenhagen's answer to Borough Market. Beautiful glass-covered halls right in the city center with specialty shops, prepared food, and artisan produce. Open year-round, so this is your winter alternative to Reffen. Be warned: it's gorgeous but expensive, even by Copenhagen standards.
3Broens Gadekøkken
Street Food Market
What to try: The butter burger from Gasoline Grill, fried chicken sandwich from Poulette, tacos from Fuego, and gelato from Strangas. In winter, there's an ice skating rink right next to the food stalls.
"At Broens: Gasoline Grill and Poulette"
— r/copenhagen · 6 upvotes
"At Broens, I love Gasoline Grill, Fuego, Pasta la Pasta, Strangas and Rørt."
— r/copenhagen · 2 upvotes
tabiji verdict: The most central street food market — literally across the bridge from Nyhavn, which means prime tourist location but genuinely good food. Smaller than Reffen but higher concentration of quality stalls. Gasoline Grill and Poulette alone make it worth the visit. The ice rink in winter is a nice touch.
4Gasoline Grill
Smash Burgers
What to order: The butter burger — a smashed patty with caramelized onions, pickles, and their signature sauce. Simple, messy, outstanding. Skip the fries (consensus is they're over-salted) and get an extra burger instead.
"I see posts from time to time saying burgers at Gasoline are overrated, not as good as they used to be, etc. As a first time Copenhagen visitor I thought it was soooo good"
— r/copenhagen · 193 upvotes
"I like Gasoline, sadly the portion sizes are a bit too small for me. But if you are up for another burger, I'm a huge fan of POPL Burger near Nyhavn. It's ran by former Noma people."
— r/copenhagen · 12 upvotes
tabiji verdict: The most divisive food spot in Copenhagen. Locals think it's slightly overrated; tourists think it's life-changing. The truth? It's a genuinely excellent smash burger — just don't expect a full meal. The original Landemærket location (literally in an old gas station) is the most iconic, but the Broens location is more convenient. A 193-upvote Reddit post defending it can't be all wrong.
5Poulette
Fried Chicken
What to order: The classic chicken sandwich — buttermilk fried chicken with pickled cucumber slaw and their house sauce. If you're not into spice, order the kids version. If you are — go full send on the spicy.
"Next try Poulette. Make sure to order the kids version if you don't like super spicy. But both versions are superb"
— r/copenhagen · 13 upvotes
"The Poulette chicken sandwich, everything from Hart Bageri and any street vendor hotdog were some of the best things I ate in Copenhagen."
— r/TheBear · Copenhagen food thread
tabiji verdict: Copenhagen's answer to the great fried chicken sandwich wars — and it wins. The spicy version has real kick, so listen to Reddit and get the kids version if you're heat-sensitive. Multiple locations, but the Broens one pairs perfectly with a Gasoline Grill burger. Yes, get both. You're on vacation.
6Ma Poule
French
What to order: The duck confit baguette — slow-cooked duck on a crusty French baguette. It's the single most recommended individual dish at Torvehallerne across all of Reddit.
"Torvehallerne: Lunch at Ma Poule, serving duck confit baguette sandwiches."
— r/copenhagen · 15 upvotes
"Pulled duck baguette at Ma Poule in Torvehallen"
— r/copenhagen · 8 upvotes
"The duck sandwich at Torvehallerne is amazing, and it's not parallelled in any of the places at CSF."
— r/copenhagen · 5 upvotes
tabiji verdict: If you only eat one thing at Torvehallerne, make it this. The duck confit baguette is the most universally praised single item across every Copenhagen food thread on Reddit. Three independent threads, three glowing recommendations. It's that good.
7Tivoli Food Hall
Food Hall
What to try: A range of Danish and international food stalls inside Tivoli Gardens. The smørrebrød options and Danish pølse (hot dogs) are the most authentically Danish choices. Try it alongside a walk through the gardens.
"There is one at Tivoli (no entrance fee needed) and a brand new one called Reffen out on Refshaleøen, which is also very nice."
— r/AskEurope · Copenhagen food discussion
tabiji verdict: The biggest surprise here: the Tivoli Food Hall doesn't require a Tivoli entrance ticket. It's a separate building accessible from the street. A decent food hall with a good variety of stalls — not the cheapest, but being right next to the main train station makes it convenient. Seasonal (April–September).
8Baobab
West African
What to order: The Domodah — a rich West African peanut curry that's creamy, warming, and utterly addictive. Reddit users call it "the world's best peanut curry" without a hint of irony.
"A hidden gem there is Thrilla in Manilla... worthy mention is Baobab, also close to the entrance, worlds best peanut curry and the owner is just supreme"
— r/copenhagen · 8 upvotes
"Domodah at Baobab ☺️☺️"
— r/copenhagen · 11 upvotes
tabiji verdict: The kind of stall you'd never seek out on your own but becomes the highlight of your Reffen visit. The peanut curry is genuinely extraordinary — one of those "how is this at a street food market?" dishes. The owner is frequently mentioned as warm and welcoming. A Reffen must-try.
9DØP – Den Økologiske Pølsemand
Danish Hot Dogs
What to order: A classic Danish hot dog (pølse) with the full condiment spread: spicy mustard, remoulade, raw onion, crispy fried onion, and pickled cucumber. It's the most iconic Danish street food experience.
"They're not necessarily 'the best' but the hot dog stands you have to try too. Pretty sure DØP is the famous one."
— r/offmenupodcast · Copenhagen recommendations
"Classic Danish Hotdog, Reffen Food Stalls, Copenhagen. Unfamiliar condiments, delicious new favorite!"
— r/hotdogs · posted 2025
tabiji verdict: The quintessential Danish street food experience. A proper pølsevogn (hot dog cart) hot dog with remoulade and crispy onions is to Copenhagen what a pretzel is to New York — cheap, iconic, and you absolutely must try one. DØP does organic versions and has permanent stands around the city. At 40–65 DKK, it's the cheapest street food in Copenhagen.
10Hallernes Smørrebrød
Danish Classic
What to order: Classic smørrebrød — open-faced rye bread sandwiches with toppings like pickled herring, roast beef with remoulade, or shrimp. Try 2-3 different ones for a proper Danish lunch.
"In Torvehallerne you can get smørrebrød. It doesn't get much more Danish than that."
— r/copenhagen · 11 upvotes
"At Torvehallerne, SMAG is really nice, I like their salads... They also have Hallernes, which is smørrebrød."
— r/copenhagen · 2 upvotes
tabiji verdict: If you want to eat "real" Danish food at a food market, this is it. Smørrebrød is Denmark's culinary identity in sandwich form — rye bread, butter, and artfully stacked toppings. The Torvehallerne version is more accessible than a sit-down smørrebrød restaurant and perfect for a quick, traditional Danish lunch.
11Kødbyens Mad & Marked
Weekend Market
What to try: A rotating selection of food stalls, craft vendors, and produce stands. Great for brunch-style grazing on weekends. The Meatpacking District itself has excellent permanent restaurants and bars worth exploring.
"If the weather is nice you should definitely check out Kødbyens Mad & Marked."
— r/copenhagen · 2 upvotes
tabiji verdict: A Saturday market in Copenhagen's trendy Meatpacking District. More of a farmers' market vibe than a pure food court — you'll find artisan producers alongside prepared food stalls. The neighborhood (Kødbyen) is worth visiting anyway for its bars and restaurants, especially Warpigs brewery nearby. Seasonal and weekend-only.
12Thrilla in Manilla
Filipino
What to order: Filipino-inspired street food — adobo bowls, lumpia, and their signature dishes. A hidden gem tucked among the more prominent stalls at Reffen.
"At Reffen there's a Mexican burrito place close to the entrance you can't miss, and a hidden gem there is Thrilla in Manilla — both crazy good foodstands!"
— r/copenhagen · 8 upvotes
tabiji verdict: The locals' pick at Reffen. While tourists flock to the more visible stalls near the entrance, regulars know to seek out Thrilla in Manilla. Filipino street food might not be the first thing you'd expect in Copenhagen, but that's part of the charm — and why Reffen works so well as a world food melting pot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best street food market in Copenhagen?
Reffen is the most recommended by Reddit users for its waterfront setting, massive variety (30-40 stalls), and relaxed atmosphere. Torvehallerne is the best for a year-round food hall experience with higher-end specialty shops. Broens Gadekøkken is the most central, right across from Nyhavn.
Is Copenhagen street food expensive?
Yes — expect to pay 60–130 DKK ($9–19 USD) per dish at food markets. Multiple Reddit users warn that "eating at food courts in Copenhagen is only slightly cheaper than going to restaurants." The cheapest street food option is a classic pølse (hot dog) from a stand at 40–65 DKK.
Is Reffen open in winter?
No, Reffen is seasonal — typically open April/May through September/October. During winter, head to Torvehallerne (open year-round) or Broens Gadekøkken (which has a winter ice skating rink alongside some open stalls). Tivoli Food Hall is also seasonal (April–September).
What Danish street food should I try?
Three essential Danish street foods: a classic pølse (hot dog) with remoulade, mustard, and crispy onions from any pølsevogn; smørrebrød (open-faced rye bread sandwiches) at Torvehallerne; and a flæskestegssandwich (roast pork sandwich). For modern Danish street food, Gasoline Grill's smash burgers are iconic.
How do I get to Reffen?
Reffen is on Refshaleøen, about 15 minutes by bike from the city center. Options: bike (the most Copenhagen way), bus line 2A, or the public harbor ferry (havnebus). Biking is recommended — you'll feel like a local, and there's plenty of bike parking at Reffen.
