Restaurant Knudsens Gaard: Classic Danish Dining in a Historic Farmhouse Setting
Historic Odense farmhouse restaurant showcasing classic Danish cuisine and local ingredients in an elegant, rustic setting—an essential culinary experience on Funen.
Set within a beautifully restored 19th-century farmhouse in Odense, Restaurant Knudsens Gaard offers an authentic taste of Denmark, combining classic Danish cuisine with a refined, rustic ambiance. Visitors are welcomed by exposed timber beams, intimate dining spaces, and a menu that honours seasonal local produce, making it a memorable culinary stop on the island of Funen.
A brief summary to Restaurant Knudsens Gaard
- Hunderupgade 2, Odense Municipality, Odense M, 5230, DK
- +4563114310
- Visit website
- Monday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Tuesday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Thursday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Friday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Saturday 11:30 am-10 pm
Local tips
- Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and during local holidays, as the restaurant is popular with both locals and visitors.
- Ask about the seasonal tasting menu—it's a great way to sample multiple regional specialties in one sitting.
- Lunch menus tend to be more affordable than dinner but offer the same high standard of quality.
- Dietary requirements can usually be accommodated if mentioned at the time of booking.
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