Restaurant Nam
Pan-Asian social dining with Vietnamese roots, inventive tasting menus and cocktails served in a raw, intimate space on Aalborg’s lively Vesterbro.
Restaurant Nam in central Aalborg is a stylish pan-Asian social dining restaurant that blends Vietnamese roots with broader Asian and Nordic influences. Set in raw, minimalist interiors on Vesterbro, it serves inventive tasting menus and sharing plates, pairing bright, spicy flavors with carefully curated wines and cocktails. Expect an intimate, lively atmosphere, close-set tables and an evening-focused experience that feels both modern and warmly personal.
A brief summary to Restaurant Nam
- Vesterbro 76, Aalborg, Aalborg Centrum, 9000, DK
- +4525541010
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3.5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Tuesday 5 pm-12 am
- Wednesday 5 pm-12 am
- Thursday 5 pm-12 am
- Friday 5 pm-12 am
- Saturday 5 pm-12 am
Local tips
- Book a table in advance for Fridays and Saturdays, as the small dining room and evening-only opening hours mean peak times fill up quickly.
- Plan for the full tasting menu if you enjoy long, narrative-style meals; allow at least two to three hours to experience all the courses comfortably.
- Ask the team for cocktail or wine pairings tailored to your spice tolerance and preferences; the bar program is a key part of the experience.
- Dietary requirements and allergies are best mentioned when booking so the kitchen can adapt the tasting flow without compromising flavors.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Restaurant Nam location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about Restaurant Nam
Asian-Nordic flavors on lively Vesterbro
Restaurant Nam sits on busy Vesterbro in the heart of Aalborg, but once you step inside the focus shifts from traffic to taste. The kitchen works in a pan-Asian style with clear Vietnamese roots, layering influences from Thai, Korean, Chinese and even Danish cooking into composed small plates and longer tasting menus. Menus typically unfold over many servings, moving from snacks and crisp bites to more substantial dishes, designed to be shared across the table. Seasonal Nordic produce plays a quiet but important role, appearing as herbs, vegetables and seafood paired with punchier Asian aromatics. You might encounter combinations of citrus, chili, lemongrass and fermented notes balanced against clean, local ingredients. The result is a dining experience that feels rooted in Denmark yet clearly looks east for its inspiration.A story shaped by Vietnamese heritage
Behind Nam lies a personal story connected to Vietnam and the experiences of a family who settled in Denmark in the early 1980s. That background filters into the approach: refined yet relaxed hospitality, and a menu that pays tribute to Vietnamese culinary traditions while refusing to be boxed into a single national cuisine. Instead, the kitchen pulls comfortably across Asia, folding in familiar European touches when they serve the flavor story. This heritage is most evident in the careful layering of sour, sweet, salty and spicy elements. Rather than overwhelming heat, the cooking tends to aim for balance, with fresh herbs, pickles and dressings adding lift to richer preparations. The narrative is not told on the walls but on the plate, where each course builds on the one before it.Industrial-chic dining room with social energy
Nam’s interiors lean into a raw, minimalist aesthetic: exposed or simply finished walls, subdued colors and restored details from the old building. The space is compact, with a short distance between tables that encourages a communal, social mood. On busy evenings you can expect a low, warm buzz of conversation, clinking glasses and the occasional sizzle from the open kitchen. Lighting is soft rather than theatrical, letting the colors of the dishes stand out against simple ceramics. The overall impression is polished but unpretentious, more urban loft than white-tablecloth formality. It is a place where cocktails, wine and food share equal importance, and where the bar feels like an integrated part of the room rather than a separate zone.Tasting menus, cocktails and evening-only rhythm
Restaurant Nam opens in the evenings from Tuesday to Saturday, creating a clear rhythm focused on long, unhurried dinners rather than quick lunches. Guests often opt for multi-course tasting menus that showcase a wide sweep of the kitchen’s ideas in one sitting. Portions are calibrated so that even a sequence of ten or more servings remains comfortable rather than heavy. Alongside the food, the drinks list highlights creative cocktails built around Asian flavors, from citrus and spice to more aromatic profiles, alongside a considered wine selection. Staff take time to explain pairings and components of each dish, adding context to unfamiliar ingredients. The overall pace encourages conversation at the table, with intervals between courses giving you room to absorb each flavor before moving on.Urban night out with a distinctive character
Located in Aalborg Centrum, Nam is well placed as the centerpiece of an evening in the city. Its combination of intimate scale, bold flavors and contemporary design gives it a distinct character among local dining rooms. It suits couples looking for a special night out, small groups keen on an extended meal of shared plates, or solo diners comfortable at a table or bar who want to focus on the craft of the kitchen. While firmly a restaurant rather than a late-night bar, the atmosphere tilts toward the lively side of relaxed, especially on weekends. Expect a full evening’s experience rather than a quick stop: a curated journey through Asian-inspired cooking, framed by a room that feels both modern and warmly human in the center of Aalborg.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Old City Hall
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Aalborg’s tiny Baroque town hall on Gammeltorv, where a vivid yellow façade, royal motto and intimate interiors tell the story of centuries of civic life.
Limfjordsbroen
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Aalborgtårnet
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Rold Forest
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Springkilden
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Madum Lake
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Rold Skov
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Unmissable attractions to see
Aalborg Kloster
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Klosterhaven
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A quiet cloister garden tucked inside Aalborg’s medieval monastery, where simple greenery and ancient walls create a rare pocket of calm in the city centre.
Aalborg Historical Museum
0.2 km
Aalborg's thousand-year story told through Renaissance interiors, Viking artifacts, and industrial heritage.
Gåsepigen af Gerhard Henning
0.3 km
A small bronze girl and her unruly goose bringing poetic calm to busy Vesterbro, Gåsepigen is Aalborg’s charming 1937 fountain sculpture and urban landmark.
Klostertorvet
0.3 km
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Jørgen Olufsens House
0.3 km
Aalborg’s finest Renaissance merchant’s house, where sandstone, brick and half‑timbering reveal the city’s 17th‑century wealth and waterfront history.
Budolfi Church
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Aalborg’s snow‑white cathedral, where Gothic stone, Baroque woodwork and a singing carillon weave a thousand years of seafaring, faith and city life into one intimate space.
Aalborg Havnefront
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Aalborg's shimmering Limfjord promenade: modern architecture, cultural icons, and maritime magic in Denmark's vibrant north.
Viewpoint Aalborg Harbour
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Bispengade
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Budolfihaven
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Aalborg's verdant heart where medieval cathedral bells mark time and history meets contemporary urban life.
Jens Bangs Stonehouse
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Apotekersamlingen
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Nytorv
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Fontana - Toldbod Plads
0.4 km
Denmark’s first musical fountain, where Aalborg’s historic customs house meets a lively waterfront square and jets dance to Handel’s “Water Music.”
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
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For the architecture buff
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For the social media creator & influencer
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For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly