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Restaurant NerD, Frederikshavn Marina

Modern Nordic cooking and harbour classics served with sweeping views over Frederikshavn Marina and the Kattegat, in a relaxed, design-forward waterfront setting.

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Set right on Frederikshavn Marina, Restaurant NerD pairs modern Nordic cooking with wide-angle views over the Kattegat. Inside, a clean, contemporary interior of pale wood, simple lines and generous windows keeps the focus on the sea and the sailboat masts outside. The kitchen works with quality local produce, offering casual lunchtime classics like burgers, stjerneskud and bøfsandwich, then shifting to refined multi-course tasting menus in the evening, backed by well-chosen wines and a relaxed, personal atmosphere.

A brief summary to Restaurant NerD

  • Søsportsvej 12, Frederikshavn, 9900, DK
  • +4533218888
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  • Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Mixed
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 5 pm-9 pm
  • Tuesday 5 pm-9 pm
  • Wednesday 12 pm-9 pm
  • Thursday 12 pm-9 pm
  • Friday 12 pm-10 pm
  • Saturday 12 pm-10 pm
  • Sunday 12 pm-9 pm

Local tips

  • Book an evening table by the window to enjoy multi-course menus with full harbour and Kattegat views, especially around sunset in late spring and summer.
  • Come at lunchtime for more casual favourites such as burgers, stjerneskud and bøfsandwich if you want a simpler marina meal at a lower overall cost.
  • If you are planning a celebration or group dinner, contact the restaurant in advance to arrange a tailored set menu that fits both budget and dietary needs.
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Marina-side setting on the Kattegat

Restaurant NerD sits directly at Frederikshavn Marina, in what feels like the front row to the Kattegat. From the dining room and terrace you look out across bobbing pleasure boats, slender masts and the long, low horizon of the sea. The constant movement of the harbour—ropes creaking, seabirds circling, the soft hum of marina life—creates a backdrop that changes with the weather and seasons. On bright days, light floods through large windows, glittering off the water and giving the room a distinctly coastal feel. In rougher weather, the restaurant becomes a cosy vantage point from which to watch squalls pass over the waves while you stay warm indoors with a glass of wine.

Nordic design with a relaxed edge

The interior leans into a modern, Nordic aesthetic: freestanding wooden tables, unfussy lines and ample space between settings. Materials are tactile rather than flashy—think exposed timber and sturdy chairs that invite lingering rather than posing. The colour palette is soft and restrained, allowing the blues and silvers outside the windows to provide most of the drama. Despite the clean design, the mood remains informal. There is a sense that the space is meant to be lived in, whether you have come straight off a boat in deck shoes or dressed up for a long dinner. In the warmer months, the terrace extends this atmosphere outdoors, blurring the line between restaurant and promenade.

From harbour lunch to tasting-menu evening

By day, the kitchen serves approachable favourites that suit the waterfront location. Plates such as a juicy burger, a classic Danish stjerneskud with fish and shrimp, or a hearty bøfsandwich anchor the menu and make it as suitable for a casual marina lunch as for a relaxed family meal. Portions are generous enough to satisfy after time outside in the sea air. In the evening the tone becomes more gastronomic. You can choose between three-, five- or more elaborate multi-course menus, often built around seasonal and local ingredients from the region. The structure encourages you to slow down, with dishes arriving in a thoughtful sequence that might move from lighter seafood to deeper, richer flavours, supported by a curated wine pairing for those who want the full experience.

Occasions, gatherings and celebrations

Beyond everyday dining, Restaurant NerD also lends itself to events. The mix of marina views, flexible seating and all-year opening makes it a practical choice for birthdays, family get-togethers or company dinners. Menus can be tailored, from more informal sharable dishes to structured celebratory meals. Because the restaurant occupies a prime harbourside location, groups can arrive from town or the waterfront and settle into a space that feels both special and easygoing. Natural light and the sense of openness make daytime gatherings particularly pleasant, while evening events benefit from the glimmer of harbour lights reflecting on the water.

Seasonal moods and coastal atmosphere

Visiting in different seasons reveals different sides of NerD. In summer, the terrace fills with the sound of conversation, cutlery and the soft slap of water against hulls, and the long northern evenings stretch out over leisurely dinners. In cooler months, the appeal shifts indoors, where the glass frontage frames wind-ruffled waves and a darker sky, turning the dining room into a warm refuge. Whenever you come, the common thread is the link between plate and place: modern Nordic cooking served just a stone’s throw from the sea that shapes daily life in Frederikshavn. It is this close relationship between the marina setting, the design of the room and the rhythm of the menus that defines the character of Restaurant NerD.

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