Den Gamle Kro Hornslet

There’s something of a futuristic charm to this newer area of the city set between skyscrapers and residential buildings overlooking the port. Locate one of the latter, Pakhusene, step inside the lift and hit ‘F’ to reach the 11th floor; here you’ll find a small room where tables line the floor-to-ceiling windows to one side and the open kitchen occupies the other. The Chef’s Tasting Menu is made up of familiar Danish flavours, with dishes ranging from bread with brown shrimps and horseradish to red deer, plum and truffle, and finishing with the likes of Jerusalem artichokes, kefir and apple.

This restaurant sets itself the challenge of using only Danish ingredients – hence the name – so expect lots of different techniques and imagination in their dishes; naturally, fermentation plays a part, with jars neatly arranged around the dining room containing pickled produce ranging from green strawberries to chive flowers. There’s a relaxed atmosphere, with burnt oak tables, wool blankets and candles, while the period Latin quarter property has been everything from a school to a dairy.

The little sister to Michelin-Starred Substans is a simple place set beside the canal in a historic part of the city. Glasses and wine bottles grace the shelves, and exposed brickwork and unfinished floors set a relaxed, unpretentious mood. The food is a perfect match for the surroundings, with the colourful dishes showcasing organic Danish produce and representing great value – you might find cured hake with capers and relish, followed by spice cake with figs, ice cream and caramel sauce. In summer, you can dine alfresco on the pavement terrace.

The setting ticks all the boxes: an elegant 19th-century house with a peaceful terrace located in a charming cobbled courtyard, and a location close to Aarhus Harbour yet also within easy rich of the city’s main streets. Regional ingredients are to the fore in generously proportioned, good value dishes that lead with a Gallic edge. Alongside the likes of grilled entrecôte and crème bûlée you’ll find their own reinterpreted version of Danish stjerneskud – a hot and cold open breaded fish, salmon and shrimp sandwich. Wines from their exclusively French cellar include around 70 options by the gla

A welcoming glow draws you towards this restaurant, as you navigate the dark streets of the small hamlet of Rønde. It’s clear that nature runs through Moment’s veins: its permaculture garden guides the menus, the chefs explain the philosophy behind every dish and there’s a remarkable selection of natural wines. Depending on the day, you can choose between a short and a long version of the tasting menu, where well-presented recipes give prominence to different produce at different times of year, focusing on vegetables in summer and wild game in autumn, through dishes such as wild deer, ramson a

Take the 29 second ride to the 44th floor of Denmark’s tallest building, where you’ll arrive at Restaurant BAVN, which boasts stunning 360° views over the city. Head for the enclosed terrace for some truly Instagrammable shots, then take your seat in the understated dining room, where tables topped with colourful schnapps glasses set the tone. Traditional Danish dishes follow the seasons and are generously proportioned – this includes some superb sandwiches at lunchtime, with the fried herring with soft onions and gooseberries a must-try.