The 10 best street food spots in Copenhagen
What began as a small burger spot in a former gasoline station has since expanded to multiple Copenhagen locations and occasional international pop-ups. Built around high-quality ingredients and a focused menu, it delivers straightforward burgers with consistent attention to flavor and texture.
Taking a little piece of New York to Copenhagen with a distinct gastronomic twist, this spot serves pizza made with hand-stretched dough. Beyond the flavor combinations, the texture and crust stand out. Available for dine-in or take-away across multiple locations.
Founded by two old friends, Killer Kebab serves house-marinated kebab prepared as shawarma alongside freshly made falafel. Wrapped in soft sourdough flatbread baked to order, it is available across multiple locations in Copenhagen, making a quality kebab fix easy to find.
If ever in doubt, look for the cool dog sign accompanied by the long queues — that’s how you know you’ve found Slurp. Since opening in 2017, it has been serving ramen bowls to Copenhageners, with everything that goes into them made entirely from scratch.
Opened by chef Nikolaos Strangas, the concept brings Greek summer nostalgia to Copenhagen. Fresh gyros with chicken, beef, pork or halloumi are served in pita with homemade sauces, vegetables and fries, reflecting a simple, flavorful street food style—impossible not to love.
Opened by former Noma chef Rosio Sanchez in 2015 at Torvehallerne, this taqueria has expanded to multiple locations across Copenhagen due to its appreciation. The kitchen of Hija de Sanchez focuses on freshly made tacos served daily, with a straightforward, vibrant Mexican-inspired style.
If there is one spot that will draw people worldwide for chicken sandwiches, this is it! Known for being spicy as default, served in artisan-made buns, with a focus on bold flavors and great textures. If chicken is not preferred, mapo tofu sandwiches are also always present on the menu.
Located in the Torvehallerne market, Ma Poule serves French delicacies, including a permanent duck confit sandwich with mustard — a visit worth making on its own. Enjoy it on-site and pick up cheese, charcuterie, wine, and other French gourmet products to take home.
Bringing Chinese street food to the streets of Copenhagen, Gao conceptualises it through steamed and grilled gyoza and baozi dumplings. Simple, uncomplicated, and packed with flavour, it works just as well for takeaway as for dining in at one of their multiple locations.
Isted Grill is a late-hours Danish spot on Istedgade known for classic flæskesteg sandwiches, alongside other classic street food dishes. With a no-fuss, unpretentious atmosphere, the simple setup keeps focus on simple preparation and familiar Danish flavors.