The canals of Christianshavn are a truly charming part of Copenhagen, making you feel like you're somewhere between Amsterdam and Venice.
On a particularly serene canal lies Restaurant Kanalen. Placed in a classic building typical for the area, right beside the canal, the interior of Kanalen is neat and tidy yet unpretentious. During the summer months, you can enjoy the charming outdoor tables, which are utterly cozy during a mild Copenhagen summer evening.
As its inclusion in the Michelin guide for each of the past six years suggests, the food at Kanalen is a journey for the senses, exquisitely prepared and astonishingly presented, revealing an array of stunning flavours, some expected, other surprising, meshing seamlessly for a truly unique experience in every bite.
As this is a fine dining place, like the menu considerately suggests, make sure to order enough courses, both to be able to indulge in as many culinary journeys as possible and to not depart this fine establishment still feeling hungry.
Whether you would like to celebrate a special occasion or simply sample the capabilities of the Danish fine dining scene at a reasonable price, make sure to pay Kanalen a visit. I highly doubt a food aficionado would leave this place disappointed.
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