Krogs Fiskerestaurant

Gammel Strand 38, 1202 København, Denmark

Copenhagen

Open

Visit Website +45 33 15 89 15

Cuisines

Scandinavian (nordic)

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8/11/2025

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About

Kroghs Fiskerestaurant, established in 1910, is one of Copenhagen’s oldest and most iconic seafood restaurants. Originally opened next to the city’s fish market, it became famous for sourcing fresh seafood directly from its own fishmonger. The restaurant is a longstanding institution in Danish seafood dining.

The Visit

Kroghs Fiskerestaurant delivers a classic seafood experience rooted in over a century of tradition. The reviewer describes the creamy scallops and sweet, flaky brown crab, emphasizing the freshness and texture of each dish. The setting, with its history as a former fish market, adds authenticity and charm. Advance reservations are required, reflecting its popularity and the care taken in preparation.

What They Ate

Scallops

Brown crab served on ramsen toast

Crab meat with mayonnaise

Quotes

"It was opened in 1910. Back in the days here, this was where all the old fish monger ladies were standing selling their fish."

"Scallop is creamy. Creamy, creamy, creamy. Wow... Delicious, creamy, fresh, really nice texture."

"The crab is super flaky and sweet. Crabs with any form of carbohydrates is my favorite."

Our Reflection

Dining at Kroghs Fiskerestaurant is a journey through Copenhagen’s seafood heritage. The reviewer’s delight in the creamy scallops and sweet, flaky crab highlights the kitchen’s mastery of simple, fresh ingredients. The restaurant’s storied past, rooted in the city’s fish market, infuses every dish with a sense of place and tradition. It’s a celebration of Danish seafood, where history and flavor come together in every bite.

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