Fiskebar, Copenhagen, 5/31/14

Exterior
Exterior

This place is in the meat packing district, so a different vibe from the others we tried. Very casual and definitely frequented by more locals than tourists. A large bar appeared to accommodate singles, as well as couples, who wanted just to drink or eat with their food. A good selection of oysters as well as lightly smoked seafood was offered for starters and then a variety of seafood for mains. They offer one meat and one vegetarian entree but their dessert selection left me uninterested.

Entry
Entry

Service was fast and helpful. The local King crab was sweet and tasty. I was most surprised by the smoked cod in the fish and chips – it was delicious. The hake was mild and well prepared and the beef cuts were all very differently but well prepared – the fillet a nice rare, the cheek well glazed and braised, and the tongue made into a patty which solved the tough/chewy problem. We had a very early dinner time but the place was still buzzing with people and a constant stream of arrivals. They had a number of lounge chairs and tables set up outside for waiting guests.This is a place whose crowd is the atmosphere.

Bread and butter presentation
Bread and butter presentation
wine
wine
King crab from Norway with potatoes and grilled lettuce
King crab from Norway with potatoes and grilled lettuce
Interior
Interior
Mussels from Limfiord steamed in cider and herbs
Mussels from Limfiord steamed in cider and herbs
North Sea fish and chips made with lightly smoked cod and served with raw remoulade
North Sea fish and chips made with lightly smoked cod and served with raw remoulade
cute little pepper mills on the table
cute little pepper mills on the table
Hake served with parsley, parsley root, celery and asparagus
Hake served with parsley, parsley root, celery and asparagus
potatoes
potatoes
Beef tenderloin, cheek and tongue wtih various onions and red wine glace
Beef tenderloin, cheek and tongue with various onions and red wine glace

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