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Schønnemanns Copenhagen (by David Brandt)
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On the Copenhagen cityblog, there is a number of places for Smørrebrød (the infamous open-face sandwiches, check out the Hansens Gamle Familiehave and Kanal Cafeen articles). Each of those are amongst my favorite spots. They each have their own personality, Hansens being kitsch and classy and Kanal Cafeen being old and traditional. But my top favorite is Schønnemanns.

Schønnemanns is a fairly new player on the scene. Well, actually Schønnemanns has been operating since 1877! but it was only after new owners in 2007 that it entered the big leagues.

Schønnemanns is – without a doubt – the best place in town for smørrebrød. The menu is rather large and provides both authentic classics as well as new interpretations. But common for all is high quality, great flavor and the fantastic use of ingredients. Everything is of course home made. Smørrebrød is served with the largest selection of Aquavit I’ve ever seen. Schønnemanns has more than 70 kinds sourced from all of Scandinavia and The Netherlands as well as a few homemade varieties.

My only problem with Schønnemanns is that it is so popular. It is almost impossible to get a table on short notice, so make sure to book in advance.

Details about this spot (Show on map)
Schønnemanns | Restaurants (Smørrebrød) | Smørrebrød from DKK 70.00
Hauser Plads 16 | Inner City | +4533120785
Mon – Sat 11:30 – 17:00