ARK Vegan Fine Dining, Copenhagen
Michelin Green Star vegan fine dining in central Copenhagen, where seasonal Nordic produce, foraging and low-waste philosophy shape an intimate tasting-menu experience.
ARK is a Michelin Green Star, fully plant-based fine-dining restaurant in central Copenhagen, known for its inventive tasting menus built around local, seasonal and often foraged Nordic produce. Set in a warm, minimalist space on Nørre Farimagsgade, it pairs creative multi-course menus with natural wines and ambitious non-alcoholic pairings, all under a strong low-waste, sustainability ethos. Expect thoughtful storytelling, beautifully plated dishes and an intimate but buzzing atmosphere that attracts both vegans and curious omnivores.
A brief summary to ARK
- Nørre Farimagsgade 63, København K, København K, 1360, DK
- +4533300150
- Visit website
- Duration: 2 to 3.5 hours
- Luxury
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Tuesday 5:30 pm-11 pm
- Wednesday 5:30 pm-11 pm
- Thursday 5:30 pm-11 pm
- Friday 5 pm-12 am
- Saturday 5 pm-12 am
Local tips
- Book well in advance and plan for a full evening: the multi-course tasting menu with pairings typically takes 2–3 hours, and walk-ins are unlikely to be accommodated.
- Consider the non-alcoholic pairing if you enjoy creative drinks; it is carefully crafted with ferments, teas and juices that mirror the complexity of wine.
- Inform the restaurant of any allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking so the kitchen can adapt the fixed tasting menu where possible.
- Aim for an earlier evening seating if you prefer a slightly calmer atmosphere; later services can be livelier as the room fills.
- Dress smart-casual to match the refined yet relaxed Nordic setting; there is no strict dress code, but many diners treat it as a special night out.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
ARK location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Discover more about ARK
Nordic Plant-Based Gastronomy in the City Center
Situated on Nørre Farimagsgade in the heart of Copenhagen, ARK reimagines fine dining through a completely plant-based lens. Behind a modest street frontage lies a contemporary dining room where soft lighting, natural textures and pared-back Nordic design set the stage for an evening that feels more like a curated experience than a conventional dinner. The focus is a seasonal tasting menu that changes with the rhythms of local farms, forests and coastline, putting vegetables, fungi and herbs at the center of the plate. From the first snacks to the final bites, dishes arrive as a sequence of small, precisely arranged compositions. You might find charcoal-grilled oyster mushrooms treated with the respect usually reserved for premium cuts of fish, or delicate preparations of tomatoes, peas or brassicas layered with ferments and house-made condiments. Each plate is designed to showcase depth of flavor and texture without leaning on meat, dairy or eggs, emphasizing instead umami-rich reductions, slow fermentations and careful grilling.Sustainability Woven Into Every Detail
ARK’s philosophy is rooted in sustainability well beyond simply omitting animal products. The kitchen works closely with local growers and foragers, building menus around Danish seasons and what can be sourced responsibly from nearby fields, forests and shores. A strong low-waste mindset underpins the cooking: trimmings may become ferments, powders or stocks; herbs and flowers are used fresh when in season and preserved for the colder months. Even the space reflects this commitment. Furnishings draw on sustainably produced, Scandi-style materials, and small touches – from recycled elements in the interior to details like seed-embedded menu cards that can be planted at home – reinforce the restaurant’s environmental narrative. The result is a sense that sustainability here is not a slogan but a framework guiding everything from sourcing to service.A Tasting Menu Experience with Storytelling
Dinner at ARK is structured around multi-course tasting menus, often spanning around nine courses and optional extras. There is no traditional à la carte menu; instead, the team leads guests through a set progression, with the staff introducing each course and explaining ingredients, origins and techniques. This storytelling aspect is central to the experience, illuminating how local vegetables, seaweeds, mushrooms and grains are transformed through fermenting, curing, smoking and careful cooking. Pairings are taken as seriously as the food. Alongside wine pairings featuring natural and classic labels, there is an elaborate non-alcoholic option built from infusions, ferments and juices designed to mirror the complexity of wine. These drinks may incorporate foraged herbs, teas and house ferments that echo flavors on the plate, turning the pairings into their own exploration of Nordic plant life.Atmosphere and Design: Intimate Yet Energetic
The dining room balances a relaxed feel with the precision of high-end gastronomy. Tables are relatively close, adding to a lively buzz when the room fills in the evening, yet the warm lighting and thoughtful soundscape keep the mood intimate rather than formal. The design leans into minimalist Nordic aesthetics: clean lines, reclaimed wood, earthy tones and subtle greenery that echo the plant focus of the menu. Service is polished but personable, with staff comfortable guiding first-time plant-based diners through unfamiliar ingredients and explaining more technical elements like koji, tonburi or specific mushroom varieties. Conversation often touches on foraging trips, friendly local producers and the restaurant’s efforts to reduce its environmental footprint, making the team part of the storytelling fabric.Who ARK Is Perfect For
ARK is particularly appealing to travelers interested in contemporary Nordic cuisine, sustainability and culinary innovation. It suits special occasions, anniversaries and destination dinners where guests are ready to devote an evening to a structured, multi-course journey. Vegans and vegetarians will find it rare to experience this level of ambition tailored entirely to plant-based cooking, while open-minded omnivores can explore how vegetables and fungi can carry a full fine-dining menu without feeling like a compromise. Given its tasting-menu format, the restaurant is best enjoyed unrushed, often over two to three hours, and it requires a willingness to put the meal in the hands of the kitchen. For those intrigued by the future of gastronomy, ARK offers a compelling look at how climate-conscious thinking, foraging culture and modern technique can converge in an elegant, urban setting.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly