Reviewed by Oskar Herrik Nielsen
Host & Owner, Klosteret – The Luxurious Townhouse of Copenhagen
Last updated
My top 10 best cafés in Copenhagen
The nearest classic bakery from Klosteret
Sankt Peders Bageri
Denmark’s oldest bakery from 1652. A charming, no-frills place best known for its classic Danish pastries – especially the beloved onsdagssnegle. The selection is traditional, and though seating is limited, the warm scent of fresh baking more than makes up for it.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
Copenhagen’s old fine conditori
La Glace
One of Copenhagen’s most iconic cake houses – and just around the corner. Expect queues. Try the rich hot chocolate with lightly whipped cream or their legendary ‘Sportskage’: a proud calorie bomb that never sees the next day.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★★
★★★★☆
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★★★★☆
Downtown’s intellectual café
Brøg Litteraturbar
A charming literary café and bookshop hosted by our friends. The city’s cultural elite often gathers here over coffee and conversation. Just a short stroll from Klosteret – and always worth the detour if you’re in search of both silence and inspiration.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★★★★
★★★★☆
★★★★★
The people are beautiful
Sonny
A stylish and effortlessly cool spot just minutes from Klosteret. The coffee is strong, the people are beautiful, and the vibe is distinctly Copenhagen. Seating can be tight, but the energy is warm. Try the turmeric latte – it’s almost medicinal.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆
Modern daytime dining
Atelier September
A bright, design-forward café where everything feels curated – from ceramics to clientele. Popular with architects, stylists and those who brunch on weekdays. Try the avocado on rye or the matcha – and don’t expect to find a seat at peak hours.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★☆
★★★★★
Royal garden escape
Herkules Pavillonen
Tucked inside the King’s Garden, this neoclassical gem offers coffee, cakes and calm among statues and roses. Frequented by locals, lovers, and those needing a breather from the city. Sit outside if you can – the setting is the real showpiece.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★★
★★★☆☆
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Top 3 bakery in Copenhagen
Buka
Copenhagen’s new-school pastry darling, blending French technique with playful invention. Known for their crisp croissants, cube-shaped specialties and seasonal flavors like strawberry cheesecake or burnt butter. Centrally located and wildly popular – come early if you want a chance.
Atmosphere
Quality
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★☆☆
★★★★★
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Klosteret´s local café & people-watching spot
Café Europa
An institution on Amagertorv since 1989, Café Europa blends classic Danish café culture with cosmopolitan flair. Famous for its open-faced sandwiches, organic eggs and espresso, served to a stylish crowd on one of Copenhagen’s best sunlit terraces. A go-to for breakfast meetings, midday wine, or simply watching the city pass by.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★☆☆
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★★☆☆☆
Copenhagen’s classic jetset café
Café Victor
The capital’s most iconic power café, where fashion editors, business types and discreet celebrities mingle over oysters and champagne. Loud, lively, and unmistakably upscale. Service can be hit-or-miss, but the scene remains unmatched.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★★☆☆
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Everyday pastries, done right
Lagkagehuset
Our go-to bakery chain for quality you can count on – in Copenhagen and abroad. A reliable choice for morning buns, rye bread and seasonal treats. The Klosteret team often stops by before noon. Also found in New York and London under the name Ole & Steen.
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆
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Oskar’s other favorites
Hart Bageri
New Nordic sourdough mastery
Atmosphere
Quality
Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★☆☆
★★★★★
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Juno the Bakery
Everyday pastries, done right
Atmosphere
Quality
Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
★★★☆☆
Andersen Bakery
Japanese precision, Danish tradition
Atmosphere
Quality
Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★★☆☆
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★★★☆☆
Bager Bosse
Østerbro’s honest neighborhood bakery
Atmosphere
Quality
Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★☆☆
★★☆☆☆
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Flindt & Ørsted
Garden café with a Parisian soul
Atmosphere
Quality
Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
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Granola
Retro charm, brunch perfection
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Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
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★★★☆☆
Café Blå Time
Hidden hygge on St. Kongensgade
Atmosphere
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
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Paludan Bogcafe
Books, coffee, and Copenhagen brains
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
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Kaffesalonen
Lakeside café with local vibes
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Value
Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★☆☆☆
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Sebastopol
Nørrebro’s Parisian corner café
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Klosteret’s Review
★★★★☆
★★☆☆☆
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Also worth mentioning
Rug
★★★☆☆
High quality bakery next to Tivoli and Copenhagen Central Station
Café Dan Turèll
★★★☆☆
Iconic bar & café from 1977 named after Danish writer
Joe & The Juice
★★☆☆☆
Danish chain of hip juice bars, found all over Copenhagen and the world
emmerys
★★★☆☆
Danish chain of organic bakeries
Original Coffee
★★★☆☆
High end coffee bar
Reinh. van Hauen
★★★★☆
Old small Copenhagen chain of good bakeries
Andersen & Maillard
★★★☆☆
Good quality coffee and bakings
Café Pixie
★★★☆☆
Cozy Copenhagener café in the living area of Østerbro
Café Jorden Rundt
★★★☆☆
Famous water view café north of Copenhagen
Café La Pausa
★★★☆☆