MyHotel Taastrup

There’s a homely feel to this intimate spot hidden away in the suburbs, where Chef-Owner Jonathan Tam offers a unique experience that’s best enjoyed from a seat at the counter. The tasting menu – entitled ‘Solar’ – follows 24 solar micro-seasons throughout the year, and the original, exciting dishes combine Danish ingredients with Asian recipes and flavours. The focus is largely on vegetables, with produce sourced locally from organic farms and ethical producers, and any food waste is turned into miso and shoyu in collaboration with Koji Copenhagen. Non-alcoholic drinks pairings add an interes

With a name that means 'Wine Mania' it's no surprise that this Italian restaurant attracts a crowd of dedicated oenophiles. The wine cellar comes with a table for tasting and there’s an excellent list of several hundred bins, mostly from Burgundy and Owner Damiano Alberti's native Piedmont. In his role as Sommelier, Damiano provides wine service that is helpful, passionate and generous. The place itself is simple and trattoria-like, serving straightforward and satisfying dishes like 'spaghetti alla chitarra con gamberoni' from a weekly-changing menu.

The bright lights of this neighbourhood restaurant draw you in – and once you’re in, you won’t want to leave. There’s a busy, buzzy vibe, thanks in part to the closely set tables and friendly team, and guests in every party seem to be having fun. The uncomplicated spirit of the restaurant is reflected in the great value cooking, where bold flavours and generous portions lead the way. While there are a few Danish influences, it’s more about classic French cuisine here, so you’ll find everything from onglet à l'échalotte (beef with marrow, shallots and confit garlic) to duck and smoked sausage c

Down a charming cobbled street in the trendy Nørrebro neighbourhood, where you will find a number of artisan food producers, lies this thoroughly fun restaurant run by a Neapolitan Chef. The short Italian menu is supplemented by blackboard specials and might include ‘cucina povera’ style dishes like 'pasta e patate' and ‘soffrito napoletano’ – a ragu made using 'the best parts of the pig'. Whatever it is you choose, you can bet it will be colourful, packed with flavour and excellent value.

While its name may not instantly conjure up images of the Eiffel Tower, Silberbauers Bistro brings a small slice of Paris to Copenhagen’s streets. Whitewashed walls, small tables and menus chalked up on blackboards contribute to the characterful French bistro feel – and the menu follows suit, with its selection of generously proportioned, great value, classic Gallic dishes. Interesting seafood combinations and recipes from Provence take the lead, but you’ll find everything here, from saucisse de Toulouse to crêpes suzette.

A lively cobbled street filled with small shops and restaurants is home to Calma, which stands out amongst the crowd for its great value, flavour-packed cuisine. A local favourite, it comes with a buzzing atmosphere – thanks in part to the open kitchen where you can watch the chefs at work – and a cheerful vibe, courtesy of bright artwork that pops against light blue and white walls. Well-prepared French and Italian dishes include the likes of scallop crudo with blood orange and fennel; pasta al vongole; and pistachio ice cream with olive oil and sea salt.

The Sanchez in question is Rosio – who’s worked in some top-level restaurants – and she certainly knows how to put the fun in dining out with this lively neighbourhood spot. Bringing the bold, powerful flavours of her Mexican heritage and presenting them in a small plates concept – accompanied by an authentic choice of a margarita, mezcal, tequila, sotol, raicilla or bancora – has proved the perfect recipe for success. The ‘Sanchez Menu’, made up of five dishes selected by the kitchen team, is a hit – and on weekdays there’s the option to pop in on your way past just for tacos and snacks.