Restaurant Vår
Intimate, light-filled fine dining in Odense, where a Michelin-recognized chef crafts calm, seasonal tasting menus rooted in local Funen produce and thoughtful wine.
Restaurant Vår is an intimate, season-driven fine dining restaurant in central Odense, where chef Jacob Burmølle Jensen crafts focused tasting menus built around local Funen produce. Behind large street-facing windows, the open kitchen and skylights flood the minimalist dining room with daylight, while a curated wine pairing and unhurried pacing create an atmosphere of calm, detail-oriented indulgence rather than showy theatrics.
A brief summary to Vår
- Hjallesevej 21, Odense, Odense C, 5000, DK
- +4561437006
- Visit website
- Duration: 2.5 to 4 hours
- Luxury
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Thursday 6 pm-2 am
- Friday 6 pm-2 am
- Saturday 6 pm-2 am
Local tips
- Book well in advance for Thursday to Saturday evenings, especially if you want specific dates for celebrations or are planning to reserve the whole restaurant.
- Inform the restaurant about any dietary restrictions when you reserve; the kitchen has limited scope to adjust its tightly composed tasting menu.
- Plan to spend at least three hours at the table so you can enjoy the full progression of courses and wine pairing without feeling rushed.
- If you prefer a more moderate bill, consider sharing a bottle instead of opting for the full wine pairing with the tasting menu.
- Choose smart-casual attire; the atmosphere is refined but relaxed, and you will feel comfortable dressed neatly without needing formal wear.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Vår location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Discover more about Vår
A quiet gourmet refuge in the heart of Odense
Restaurant Vår sits on the corner of Hjallesevej and Allegade, a calm, light-filled bubble just a few minutes from Odense’s busier streets. Large windows and overhead skylights pull the outside seasons straight into the dining room, so the shifting light and weather become part of the experience. The space is intimate rather than grand, with a small number of tables, bare surfaces and carefully chosen details that feel more like a stylish city apartment than a formal temple of gastronomy. From the street you can see the kitchen at work, with chefs moving quietly behind glass. Inside, the noise falls away. The name “Vår” hints at spring and renewal, and that mood runs through the whole place: it is about clarity, freshness and time to breathe, not about rushing through dinner.Seasonal menus grounded in Funen’s landscape
The kitchen at Vår works almost like a workshop dedicated to Funen’s fields and coastlines. The menu is built around a single long tasting experience, typically eight courses plus bread serving and sweets, framed as a deep dive rather than a long list of choices. Local vegetables, line-caught fish, shellfish and carefully selected meat appear in precise, pared-back plates that still feel generous. Ingredients from regional producers, often organic or biodynamic, anchor the dishes in a specific place and time of year. You might encounter scallops with peas and browned butter when the fields are green, or game with berries and truffle as the days darken. Textures are finely tuned – a crisp element here, a silky purée there – so that each course moves the menu forward without repetition.Wine pairings with personality, not just labels
Vår’s drinks are treated as an equal partner to the food. Instead of an overwhelming wine list, the cellar is tightly curated around bottles the team genuinely enjoys: wines with clear terroir, balance and character rather than trophy names. A dedicated wine pairing traces the arc of the menu, shifting from aperitif through whites, reds and perhaps a fortified or digestif to close. There is no separate, elaborate juice or beer menu, but there are always house-made soft drinks and juices chilled, plus a small selection of wines by the glass for those who prefer to choose individually. The rhythm of pouring and clearing is careful and uncluttered, helping the evening unfold at a measured pace and keeping the focus on taste and conversation.Crafted calm from a Michelin-recognized chef
Head chef and owner Jacob Burmølle Jensen brings experience that has earned Vår repeated mention in the Michelin Guide, yet the restaurant deliberately resists stiff formality. Service is attentive but relaxed, with staff happy to explain ingredients and techniques without slipping into lecture mode. The goal is to create a sense of being looked after in someone’s home, only with a far more intricate kitchen. Vår has weathered closures and comebacks, and that resilience shows in the tightened concept: fewer seats, a single focused menu, and a strong sense of purpose. It feels like a restaurant that knows exactly what it wants to be – not a stage for spectacle, but a quiet room for people who care about craft.Best suited occasions and practical expectations
With its small size and lingering multi-course format, Vår naturally suits unhurried evenings: special celebrations, thoughtful date nights or dinners where the main event is the meal itself. Reservations are essential, and the restaurant currently opens in the evenings from Thursday to Saturday, with guests encouraged to settle in for several hours. Dietary flexibility is limited because many dishes rely on components such as gluten, dairy, meat and fish. Guests with specific requirements are asked to discuss possibilities in advance, and there may be constraints on how far the menu can be adapted. For those simply seeking a refined Nordic-inspired tasting menu in Odense, Vår offers one of the city’s most concentrated expressions of seasonal dining.Private evenings and an intimate sense of ownership
For groups, the entire restaurant can be reserved as a private dining room, turning the compact space into a single long table evening for up to around twenty guests. In that setting the strengths of Vår are amplified: the cooks are cooking just for your party, the wine service is tailored, and the separation from the outside world becomes even more complete. Whether enjoyed as a two-person dinner or a fully booked private gathering, the experience is defined by the same elements: considered seasonal cooking, quietly confident service and an atmosphere that gives you permission to slow down. In a city with an increasingly ambitious dining scene, Vår holds its ground as a place where detail and calm take precedence over volume and hype.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
0.6 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.”
Oceania
0.8 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
visit
1.0 km
Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
1.3 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Odense St.
1.3 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.
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
2.4 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
3.0 km
Small in size but huge in symbolism, this Odense statue honours the local coach who led Denmark to its unforgettable Euro 1992 triumph.
Bolbro vartegn
3.1 km
A bold neighbourhood landmark celebrating Bolbro's vibrant community identity in western Odense.
Det gamle vandtårn
3.6 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
TheDoorOdense
3.9 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense
5.8 km
Discover Danish and international art at Bredgade Kunsthandel, an elegant gallery in central Copenhagen’s historic Frederiksstaden near top cultural landmarks.
Sortehusene
7.5 km
Historic black houses preserving working-class resilience on Odense's waterfront.
Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
9.6 km
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
Besættelsesmuseum Fyn... Besættelsesmuseum Fyn er kun åben den første søndag i måneden fra kl 11 til 15.
10.0 km
An immersive, architecturally acclaimed underground museum in Helsingør, bringing Denmark’s rich maritime history to life beside the legendary Kronborg Castle.
Rolfshøj
12.4 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.
Unmissable attractions to see
Klokkedybet
0.6 km
A quiet, story-rich bend of Odense River where legends of a sunken bell and Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale imagination deepen an otherwise modest city waterscape.
Washing Site at Odense River
0.6 km
A modest riverside platform where washerwomen toiled, the Washing Site at Odense River quietly preserves the everyday world that shaped Hans Christian Andersen’s childhood.
Klods Hans billedevæg
0.6 km
A small but vibrant picture wall where Hans Christian Andersen’s bold misfit, Klods Hans, steps off the page and into the streets of historic Odense.
Odense Noble Virgin Convent
0.7 km
Discover Thomas Dambo’s eco-friendly giant troll, Hans Hulehånd, hidden along Odense’s scenic canal—blending public art, folklore, and a touch of adventure for all ages.
Bispens lysthus
0.7 km
A tiny red timber pavilion on stilts above Odense Å, Bispens Lysthus blends riverside calm, ecclesiastical history and postcard-perfect charm in the city’s green heart.
St. Alban's Church
0.7 km
Experience the heart of Danish comedy at Odense Comediehuus, where culture and laughter intertwine in the vibrant city center.
Hans Christian Andersen's Childhood Home
0.7 km
Step into the tiny yellow house on Munkemøllestræde where a poor shoemaker’s son began the journey to becoming the world’s great master of fairytales.
Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church
0.7 km
A vibrant tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tales, this lively mural transforms central Odense into a colorful celebration of Denmark’s literary heritage.
The maiden jump
0.7 km
Walk through history at The Funen Village in Odense, where 19th-century farmsteads, gardens, and local traditions offer a full-senses journey into rural Denmark.
Kramboden i Odense
0.7 km
Gothic grandeur and royal history meet in the heart of Odense at St. Canute's Cathedral, a landmark of spiritual and architectural significance on Funen.
Munke Mose Park
0.7 km
Lakes, lawns and fairytales along Odense River, Munke Mose Park is the city’s easygoing green refuge for picnics, play and riverside wandering.
Odense City Hall
0.8 km
Enjoy serene lawns, mature trees, and recreational paths in Nyborg’s central green park—a scenic spot for relaxation and community just steps from historical landmarks.
Museum Odense
0.8 km
An intimate city museum in Odense’s old town, blending Viking stories, historic homes and hands-on family exhibits across courtyards and centuries.
Vægmaleri
0.8 km
Discover the tranquil beauty of Sneglehøjen in Odense, a serene natural retreat perfect for leisurely walks and family outings.
Hans Christian Andersen Mural
0.9 km
A towering black‑and‑white portrait of Hans Christian Andersen on a quiet Odense gable, where fairytale heritage meets contemporary street art in the old town.
Essential places to dine
Vår
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Intimate, light-filled fine dining in Odense, where a Michelin-recognized chef crafts calm, seasonal tasting menus rooted in local Funen produce and thoughtful wine.
Den Gamle Kro A/S
0.8 km
Historic timbered inn in central Odense serving elevated Danish classics in candlelit rooms and a charming courtyard, ideal for both intimate meals and celebrations.
Rivalen restaurant & bar
0.8 km
Contemporary Danish dining with innovative flair in Odense's vibrant city center.
Restaurant Bacchus
0.8 km
Authentic French fine dining in an intimate Odense setting, where classical technique meets refined hospitality.
Den Lille Smalle
0.8 km
Cozy Odense café beloved for exceptional smoothie bowls, quality coffee, and genuine Danish hygge.
MASH - Restaurant Odense
0.8 km
Modern American steakhouse vibes in a historic Odense brewery yard, serving premium cuts, bold wines and cocktails in a low‑lit, cosmopolitan setting.
Druen & Bønnen
0.8 km
Cosy Danish–French bistro and café in the heart of Odense, serving comforting classics, plant‑friendly dishes and relaxed all‑day meals on lively Vestergade.
A Hereford Beefstouw - Odense
0.8 km
For nearly 50 years Odense’s quintessential Danish steakhouse, now closed but still shaping the character and culinary memory of Vestergade 13.
La Dolce Vita | Fashion Cafe
0.9 km
Cozy Italian restaurant and café in central Odense, serving classic pizzas, pastas and antipasti in warm, informal surroundings from evening until late.
Grønttorvet
0.9 km
Centuries-old Danish inn on Odense’s Sortebrødre Torv, serving hearty traditional dishes with a generous dose of hygge in the city’s atmospheric old town.
UBN
0.9 km
Lively city-centre brasserie in historic Odense, serving seasonal comfort food and stone-oven pizzas alongside a serious cocktail bar with 300+ spirits.
Restaurant Klosterkroen
0.9 km
A cozy, inn-style restaurant in central Odense serving generous portions of traditional Danish comfort food in nostalgic, candlelit surroundings.
Ryan's of Odense
0.9 km
Atmospheric Irish pub in Odense’s lively city center, famed for its live music, warm hospitality, and classic selection of beers and comfort food.
Restaurant Madklubben Odense
0.9 km
Big-hearted, central Odense brasserie serving modern seasonal comfort food in iconic premises, with space for everything from weekday lunches to festive gatherings.
Café Kræz
0.9 km
Central Odense café by day, vibrant weekend bar by night with European cuisine and live entertainment.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Moby Disc
0.8 km
Odense’s long-standing record shop, where forty thousand-plus vinyl and CD titles, cozy aisles and music-savvy staff keep the spirit of crate-digging alive.
Summerbird
0.8 km
Refined Danish chocolaterie and gift shop in central Odense, showcasing elegant marzipan, pralines, and design-led treats perfect for thoughtful, gourmet gifting.
All About Kids
0.8 km
A welcoming children’s universe in central Odense, combining Scandinavian-style toys and décor with a calming baby lounge and practical stroller rentals.
Dr. Adams
0.8 km
Curated Scandinavian fashion boutique celebrating independent style since 1994.
Boutique India v/ shahzad ali
0.8 km
A colourful little Odense shop where Indian textiles, clothing and homewares bring the patterns, textures and warmth of the subcontinent to historic Overgade.
aneBane
0.8 km
A cosy women’s boutique and sewing studio in a quiet Odense street, blending curated Scandinavian style with personal, small-scale craftsmanship.
Aunt Green ApS
0.8 km
A long-loved, family-run yarn universe on Odense’s main pedestrian street, where colour, fibre and Scandinavian knitting traditions come together in one cosy shop.
Reden Op Shop
0.8 km
Small, stylish second-hand boutique in central Odense where quality women’s fashion, community spirit and social impact come together on one friendly shop floor.
Magasin Odense
0.8 km
Odense’s classic multi-level department store, blending Danish style, fashion, beauty, homewares and cosy café stops under one roof on lively Vestergade.
SEPHORA MAGASIN ODENSE
0.8 km
A sleek, centrally located beauty hub inside Magasin, where international makeup, skincare and fragrance meet Odense’s city-center shopping life.
Rezet Sneaker Store Odense
0.8 km
Scandinavian-style sneaker boutique in central Odense, blending clean design, curated streetwear and sought-after footwear drops on lively Vestergade.
House of Amber Odense
0.9 km
A warm, glowing boutique in central Odense where millions of years of Baltic amber meet clean Danish jewellery design and thoughtfully curated gifts.
Hunkemöller Danmark A/S
0.9 km
Central Odense lingerie and swimwear boutique offering feminine designs, expert bra fitting help and relaxed browsing right on the city’s main shopping street.
Friluftsland
0.9 km
Compact outdoor specialist shop in central Odense, offering quality gear, expert advice and hands-on testing for everything from city showers to Nordic trekking.
Bog & idé - Odense C
0.9 km
Odense's premier destination for books, games, stationery, and creative supplies in the city centre.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Den Lille Kro Odense
0.3 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.
Carlsens Kvarter
0.5 km
Characterful Odense beer bar pairing old-school pub coziness with one of the city’s most impressive selections of Danish and international brews.
Den Brølende And
0.7 km
Odense’s roaring dance basement where karaoke Thursdays, sing-along party hits and shared buckets of cocktails fuel carefree, late-night dancing on tables.
City Club
0.7 km
Odense's casual sports bar where pool, darts, and community spirit meet affordable drinks and good times.
Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense
0.8 km
A small, steadfast neighborhood beer bar in Odense C where inexpensive drinks, local regulars, and a laid-back dive-bar atmosphere tell their own quiet story.
Kick Off - Sportspub
0.8 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.
The Flower and the Bee
0.8 km
Experience Odense's vibrant nightlife at The Flower and the Bee, a premier weekend dance bar offering quality cocktails and dynamic music in a lively atmosphere.
Rabalder Bar Odense
0.8 km
A small, homely Odense bar styled like grandma’s living room, serving easygoing drinks and sing‑along hits in the heart of the city’s weekend nightlife.
No Stress Odense
0.8 km
Laid‑back cocktail den in central Odense, blending dessert‑inspired drinks, old‑school beats and retro gaming in a cozy living‑room atmosphere.
Champagniet
0.8 km
Intimate champagne bar in Odense’s old town, pairing carefully curated bubbles with cosy hygge vibes and small plates made for slow, sparkling evenings.
Lalou Vinbar
0.9 km
Intimate Odense wine bar pairing timeless European recipes with a curated list of continental wines in a warm, candlelit setting on Klaregade.
June Bar
0.9 km
Intimate candlelit cocktails, shareable tapas and a warm, relaxed buzz right in the heart of Odense’s nightlife district.
Lørups Vinstue
0.9 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.
Tingstedet
0.9 km
Smoky, lively and unapologetically brown, Tingstedet is Odense’s cellar bar where cheap beers, close tables and local stories fuel long, unpretentious nights.
Bootleggers Craft Beer Bar - Odense C
0.9 km
Urban craft beer sanctuary on Odense’s Gråbrødre Plads, pouring rotating specialty brews, free popcorn and laid-back good times from afternoon until late night.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
BUTCHERS Odense
0.8 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.
Dansebar Odense
0.9 km
Lively central Odense nightclub with mainstream hits, colorful lights and a sociable dance floor vibe from late evening into the early hours.
Boogie Dance Café
0.9 km
Odense's oldest disco where retro charm meets genuine community dancing.
The slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus
1.6 km
Experience industrial-cool nights, live music, and eclectic parties at The Slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus, Odense’s dynamic hub for nightlife and contemporary culture.
Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club
4.5 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.
Muzirkus
25.6 km
Nyborg's independent music sanctuary where local bands rehearse, collaborate, and perform since 1974.
KJ's bodel
26.3 km
Laid‑back local nightspot on Nyborg’s main square, mixing simple drinks, sociable bar chatter and a compact dance floor in an unpretentious setting.
Crazy Daisy Svendborg
39.3 km
Compact, high-energy weekend nightclub in central Svendborg, serving mainstream beats, drinks and a sociable dance floor until the early hours.
AHA Livestage
44.6 km
Intimate live music and cocktail-driven nightlife in the heart of Fredericia, where high-quality sound and curated events turn selected evenings into standout parties.
Falkecenter Samsø ApS
48.2 km
Witness awe-inspiring live falconry shows and get up close with eagles, owls, and hawks at Samsø’s premier raptor center, blending living heritage with wilderness spectacle.
Ærø Golf Klub
48.4 km
Distinctive links course on Ærø’s northwest cape, blending historic lighthouse views, Nordic coastlines, and a classic Danish golfing challenge.
Vinkapellet Samsø
49.2 km
Experience the finest organic and natural wines at Vinkapellet Samsø, a cozy haven for wine enthusiasts in the heart of Brundby.
Samsø Island Distillery
50.7 km
Experience authentic Danish craftsmanship at Samsø Island Distillery, where local botanicals and sustainable practices fuse to create distinctive gin and aquavit on scenic Samsø.
Ræven
50.8 km
Island spirit and Danish hospitality await at Ræven, Samsø—a cozy neighborhood bar with local brews, lively evenings, and a real taste of authentic island life.
Garagen
51.5 km
Garagen is Samsø’s beloved island bar, famed for live music, a rustic woodland setting, and its welcoming, laid-back vibe—a true hub for locals and travelers alike.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Unique
- Boutique
- Casual
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Minimalist Designs
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Art & Design
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
- Aesthetic Corners
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Sustainable
- Eco-Friendly
- Low Impact
- Locally Managed
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Weekend Getaway
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Business Friendly