Restaurant Rudolf Mathis
Refined harborfront seafood in a former fisherman’s house, where Kerteminde’s maritime history meets contemporary Nordic-French gastronomy and wide harbor views.
Set right on the harborfront in the heart of Kerteminde, Restaurant Rudolf Mathis is a refined seafood restaurant built on the foundations of an old fisherman’s house. Since 1985 it has specialized in elegant, fish-focused cuisine that blends Danish coastal traditions with French-inspired techniques. Light-filled dining rooms and broad windows frame views of boats gliding past and the town’s working fishing milieu, creating a quietly luxurious setting for multi-course menus celebrating local produce from sea, forest, and shore.
A brief summary to Restaurant Rudolf Mathis ApS
- Dosseringen 13, Kerteminde, 5300, DK
- +4565323233
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Luxury
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Tuesday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Friday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-9:30 pm
Local tips
- Reserve well ahead for weekend dinners and summer evenings, when harbor views and long menus are in highest demand.
- If you enjoy seafood, opt for one of the multi-course fish menus with wine pairing to experience the kitchen’s full style.
- Request a window table when booking if harbor views are important; mention accessibility needs so seating can be arranged.
- Plan at least two to three hours for dinner to enjoy the relaxed pacing and make the most of the atmosphere.
- Dress in smart-casual layers; the dining room is comfortable, but the harborfront can feel breezy before and after your meal.
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Harborfront Dining in an Old Fisherman’s House
Restaurant Rudolf Mathis occupies a characterful spot directly on Kerteminde’s harbor, where the working quayside and pleasure boats share the same sheltered inlet. The restaurant was created in 1985 on the foundations of an old fisherman’s house once belonging to Niels Mathis Hansen and Hans Rudolf Petersen, after whom it is named. Their lives were tied to the local fish trade, and the restaurant continues that story, translating the town’s maritime roots into a polished, contemporary dining experience. Inside, big windows look straight onto the water so you sit almost at the harbor’s edge, watching the slow choreography of boats, seabirds, and changing light. The interior mixes classic Scandinavian restraint with maritime warmth: white walls, natural woods, and carefully set tables rather than heavy formality. Even in cooler months, the sense of being wrapped around the harbor gives the meal a clear sense of place.Seafood-Led Cuisine with Nordic and French Influences
The kitchen is known for its focus on fish and shellfish, which arrive from surrounding waters and coastal suppliers. Menus often take a set, multi-course format, building from delicate starters to more complex main plates and composed desserts. The cooking style fuses Nordic seasonality with techniques and sauces inspired by French gastronomy, so you might find turbot or local flatfish paired with rich reductions, bright herbs, and precise vegetable garnishes. Alongside seafood, the restaurant highlights produce from nearby forests, fields, and beaches. Herbs, berries, and seasonal vegetables appear across the menu, creating a sense that you are tasting both land and sea around Kerteminde. Plates tend to be elegant rather than rustic, with attention paid to color, height, and texture, so the visual impression matches the flavor.Wine, Atmosphere, and Pace of the Meal
Wine is an important part of the experience here, with carefully assembled pairings designed to follow the progression of each menu. Staff are used to guiding guests through choices, suggesting bottles or pairings that complement the fish-driven dishes and the occasional richer course. The service style aims for attentive but unhurried, encouraging you to let the meal unfold gradually instead of rushing through courses. The atmosphere shifts gently between lunch and dinner. At midday, harbor light pours through the windows, and the mood is relaxed and bright, ideal for lingering over a shorter menu. In the evening, candles, reflections on the water, and the rhythm of the boats outside create a more intimate, special-occasion feel, making it a natural choice for celebrations, long conversations, and slow, multi-course dining.Season, Setting, and When to Visit
Kerteminde is a small coastal town with a strong sense of Danish "hygge," and Rudolf Mathis folds that character into its dining rooms. In warmer months, the surroundings are especially atmospheric, with long northern evenings, soft light across the harbor, and more activity on the water. Cooler seasons bring a quieter, cozier mood indoors, with the harbor forming a dramatic backdrop in changing weather. The restaurant sits within easy strolling distance of the town’s waterfront promenades and historic streets, so a meal can easily be combined with a walk along the harbor or a visit to nearby cultural sights. Given its refined approach, menus and wine pairings are firmly in the higher price range for the area, but the experience is designed as a full outing rather than a quick bite.Planning Your Meal at Rudolf Mathis
Because the restaurant emphasizes well-composed menus and a measured pace, it is worth allowing enough time to settle into the setting. Many guests choose multi-course options that can stretch over several hours, especially in the evening. The dining room is comfortable for both couples and small groups, with enough space between tables to keep conversations private. As a seafood specialist, Rudolf Mathis particularly suits those who enjoy fish and shellfish, though there are usually alternatives for different preferences or dietary needs if arranged in advance. Smart-casual dress fits the tone: this is a polished but not stiff environment, where the harbor views, carefully prepared plates, and sense of Kerteminde’s maritime history come together in one long, considered meal.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Befrielsessten i Skalkendrup
9.9 km
A quiet memorial to Denmark's liberation from Nazi occupation in 1945
Enebærodde
11.3 km
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Rolfshøj
15.3 km
A quiet Neolithic long barrow in the fields near Ferritslev Fyn, where a simple stone chamber and grassy mound bring Funen’s prehistoric past close at hand.
Befrielsessten i Vindinge
16.2 km
A modest village liberation stone in front of Vindinge Church, quietly commemorating Denmark’s 1945 freedom amid the calm of rural eastern Funen.
Nyborg Fortress
17.0 km
Medieval parliament seat where Danish kings shaped a nation's destiny and founded a Nordic empire.
Den Hvide Jomfru
17.2 km
A modest white monument on Nyborg’s old fortress embankment, Den Hvide Jomfru blends legend, landscape and history into a quiet, atmospheric pause.
Erik Ballings Plads
17.2 km
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Nyborg St.
17.5 km
A historic rail gateway on Funen’s east coast, Nyborg Station links castle town charm with fast, modern connections across Denmark via the Great Belt.
Mindesmærke for kaptajn Peter Bredal
17.5 km
A solemn memorial to a 17th-century Danish captain whose frozen fleet became legend.
Nyborg Vold
17.6 km
Stroll the grassy ramparts and mirror-still moats that once guarded Denmark’s medieval power center, now a peaceful green belt wrapping historic Nyborg.
Odense St.
18.0 km
Central rail and bus hub of Funen, Odense Station links Denmark’s mainlines with the city’s historic heart, light rail and cultural sights in one integrated complex.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
18.0 km
A delicate paper boat turned gleaming sculpture, Papirbåden floats on Odense’s Fairytale Garden lake, quietly celebrating H.C. Andersen’s “Steadfast Tin Soldier.”
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
18.0 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church
18.1 km
A luminous Brick Gothic cathedral in central Odense, where Denmark’s last Viking king, royal tombs and a masterpiece altarpiece share a serene, living sacred space.
Oceania
18.1 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
Unmissable attractions to see
Johannes Larsen Museum
0.8 km
An intimate artist’s home on a hill above Kerteminde, where luminous bird paintings, preserved interiors, garden paths and sea views bring Funen’s coastal light to life.
The Viking Museum Ladby
2.8 km
Denmark's only Viking ship grave—step into a 10th-century king's tomb and explore a thousand years of Norse history.
The Ship Burial Mound
2.9 km
Step into a reconstructed burial mound above Kerteminde Fjord and gaze down on Denmark’s only preserved Viking ship grave, resting where a 10th‑century king was laid to sail beyond.
Gabet | Lodshuse
9.4 km
Wind, current and big skies at the narrow, stony gateway where Odense Fjord meets the open sea on Funen’s quiet north coast.
Enebærodde Fyr
9.8 km
A modest white tower at the very tip of Enebærodde, where Odense Fjord meets the Kattegat and wide skies, strong currents and heathland create a wild coastal feel.
Romsø
10.9 km
A small, uninhabited Danish island of forest, shoreline and quiet wildlife, Romsø offers a tranquil, car-free escape just a short boat ride from Kerteminde.
Mårhøj/Snavehøjen
12.3 km
Ancient Neolithic passage grave in the fields near Martofte, where you can crawl into a 5,000‑year‑old stone chamber and gaze out over Funen’s serene farmland.
Jordrummet - et af fem grønne læringsrum
13.3 km
A modest open-air classroom on Odense’s rural edge, Jordrummet invites hands-on encounters with soil, fields, and quiet green space between town and countryside.
Seden Strand
13.3 km
Modest local beach on Odense Fjord, where quiet swims, big skies and new coastal nature projects meet everyday life at the water’s edge.
Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
13.3 km
Historic Fyn manor and restored Romantic landscape garden, where peony-filled paths, quiet pavilions and winding waterways create a gently theatrical escape near Odense.
Mindesten for befrielsen
13.6 km
A modest liberation memorial stone in a small green enclave by Juelsbergvej, offering a quiet moment of reflection on Denmark’s freedom in May 1945.
Strandvænget Park og naturlegeplads
14.4 km
Sensory-rich nature playground with farm animals, accessible pathways, and beach access on Denmark's Great Belt.
Sortehusene
14.5 km
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Davinde Stenmuseum
14.8 km
A cosy countryside museum where glacial boulders, sparkling minerals and ancient fossils from the Tarup–Davinde gravel pits reveal Funen’s deep geological past.
Åbent skovareal ved Nyborg
14.9 km
An unpretentious open woodland on Nyborg’s edge, ideal for relaxed walks, quiet runs and everyday nature breaks among trees, clearings and birdsong.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Rudolf Mathis ApS
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Refined harborfront seafood in a former fisherman’s house, where Kerteminde’s maritime history meets contemporary Nordic-French gastronomy and wide harbor views.
Mona Lisa Pizzeria
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Banjo's
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Nyborg Pizza
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Asia Restaurant
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Restaurant Aro
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Restaurant Lieffroy
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Den Gode Smag ApS
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Sneppen
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Restaurant Apoli
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Central Cafeen
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King's Running Sushi & Wok
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Jimbo's Kaffebar
17.3 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Høkeren
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Skovsted Nyborg
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Rosendal Retro
16.0 km
Curated vintage and secondhand treasures in historic Nyborg, Denmark.
Dives Industries
16.2 km
Nyborg's premier diving equipment specialist serving recreational and professional divers exploring the Great Belt.
Det Gamle Apotek POP UP - Rosengårdcentret
16.5 km
A cosy Det Gamle Apotek pop-up in Rosengårdcentret, filling Odense’s biggest mall with Danish Christmas charm, nostalgic décor and atmospheric Scandinavian hygge.
Genbrugsbutikker
16.6 km
Spacious charity-run second-hand shop in Nyborg with furniture, clothing, books and everyday treasures, where each find supports Kirkens Korshær’s social work.
DesignKnap
16.6 km
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Kors Genbrug
16.6 km
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Red Cross Op Shop
16.6 km
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JYSK Nyborg
16.6 km
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GenbrugsHallerne
16.7 km
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Butik Pulvis
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Den Lille Vandal
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aneBane
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Hipstory | SHOWROOM ODENSE
17.2 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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Ophav
17.3 km
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Øksendrup Cider
17.3 km
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Chr. II's Pub
17.3 km
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Laboratoriet Nyborg
17.4 km
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Phønix I/S
17.4 km
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Corner Bar
17.4 km
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Ungarsk Vinstue
17.6 km
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Den Lille Kro Odense
17.6 km
A classic Odense brown bar with history in its walls, cold beer on tap and a warmly worn, neighborhood atmosphere that feels instantly familiar.
Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense
17.7 km
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The Flower and the Bee
17.7 km
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Rabalder Bar Odense
17.7 km
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Kick Off - Sportspub
17.7 km
Buzzing Odense sports pub with wall-to-wall screens, cold beer and classic bar games, perfect for catching the big match in relaxed, local surroundings.
Lørups Vinstue
17.7 km
Old‑school Odense pub with red‑checked tablecloths, cheap beers and sing‑along classics, where students, locals and night owls start – and often finish – a night out.
Sir Club
18.0 km
Long‑running Odense beer bar with 27 taps, quiz nights and a relaxed, lived‑in atmosphere where specialty brews and come‑as‑you‑are evenings take the spotlight.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club
16.3 km
Community-driven square dancing in a cozy Odense neighborhood hall, where callers, patterns and shared rhythm turn an ordinary evening into a friendly social event.
KJ's bodel
17.1 km
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Muzirkus
17.4 km
Nyborg's independent music sanctuary where local bands rehearse, collaborate, and perform since 1974.
BUTCHERS Odense
17.7 km
High-energy nightclub on Odense’s Overgade, mixing pounding bass, lights and late-night drinks in a central old-town setting steps from major sights.
Boogie Dance Café
18.0 km
Odense's oldest disco where retro charm meets genuine community dancing.
Dansebar Odense
18.2 km
Lively central Odense nightclub with mainstream hits, colorful lights and a sociable dance floor vibe from late evening into the early hours.
The slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus
18.7 km
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Juviklubben
37.3 km
Intimate Kalundborg live music hub and youth club, where generations meet for close-up concerts, casual bar nights and a laid-back, community-driven vibe.
Postgaarden Kalundborg Event og Musikhus
37.3 km
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Falkecenter Samsø ApS
40.8 km
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Garagen
42.8 km
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Samsø Island Distillery
42.9 km
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Ræven
43.1 km
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Crazy Daisy Svendborg
43.4 km
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44.1 km
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
- Scenic
- Unique
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
- Viewpoints
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Waterfront
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
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