Café Dyrby’s (now Café Garibaldi), Herning
Family-run café-restaurant on Herning’s main square, serving generous brunches, classic comfort dishes and coffee in a warm, lived-in setting.
Set right on Herning’s central square, Café Dyrby’s – now carrying the historic name Café Garibaldi – is a family‑run café‑restaurant known for generous plates, all‑day dining and classic Danish café comfort. Inside, warm lighting, wooden furnishings and snug seating create a relaxed, sociable atmosphere, while outdoor tables spill directly onto Torvet with front‑row views of everyday life in this West Jutland town. It is a handy stop for brunch, coffee breaks, casual lunches or uncomplicated evening meals in the heart of the city.
A brief summary to Café Dyrby's
- Torvet 4, Herning, 7400, DK
- +4597144792
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-10 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-10 pm
- Thursday 10 am-10 pm
- Friday 10 am-10 pm
- Saturday 10 am-10 pm
- Sunday 11 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Aim for a weekday brunch if you prefer a calmer atmosphere; late weekend mornings on the square can feel noticeably busier and noisier.
- In warmer months, request an outdoor table on the square for prime people‑watching and a classic Danish café‑terrace experience.
- If you have dietary requirements, especially vegan, ask staff for current options, as plant‑based choices can be more limited than vegetarian ones.
- Book ahead for popular brunch slots and early evening meals, particularly on Fridays and Saturdays when central Herning is most active.
- Use the café as a relaxed base between visits to nearby galleries, shops and events around Torvet and the surrounding streets.
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
Café Dyrby's location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Discover more about Café Dyrby's
Heart of Herning’s Central Square
Perched on Torvet 4, Café Dyrby’s sits at the very centre of Herning, with its windows and terrace looking straight out onto the cobbled main square. The café occupies a ground-floor corner in a traditional town building, making it feel woven into the daily rhythm of market stalls, shoppers and local events that animate the square. Large front windows draw in natural light, so even on grey days the interior feels open and welcoming rather than closed off from the street. Step inside and the ambient buzz shifts from the outdoors to a more intimate hum of cutlery, low conversation and the steady hiss of the espresso machine. The layout is flexible enough for both small tables for two and more sociable group setups, which makes it equally suited to a quiet coffee or a casual gathering. In the evenings, hanging lamps and candles create a gentler glow, giving the café a soft, cosy character that feels distinctly Danish.A Family Story and a Revived Name
Café Dyrby’s is a family enterprise that has evolved with Herning’s changing city life. The business began as Dyrby’s Kaffebar in 2007, part of a wave of modern coffee-focused cafés in Danish provincial towns. Over the years it grew into a full café‑restaurant, adding more substantial dishes while retaining a focus on informal hospitality. In late 2024 the owners chose to revive an older local name and rebrand the venue as Café Garibaldi, all while keeping the Dyrby family and their next generation at the helm. The change nodded to a café that occupied this address from the late 1980s to 2008, reconnecting the site with its local history rather than reinventing it entirely. For visitors, this means the place you may still see mapped as Café Dyrby’s is in fact the same warm, lived‑in café, just with a fresh sign above the door.From Brunch Trays to Comfort Classics
The kitchen leans into approachable European and Scandinavian café fare: think generous brunch platters, burgers, salads, open sandwiches and hearty hot dishes. Brunch is a particular draw, served daily within specific morning hours, often as sharing platters that combine bread, cheese, eggs, charcuterie and sweet bites. During the rest of the day, the menu shifts toward familiar café mains, with a focus on crowd-pleasing comfort food rather than experimental cuisine. Coffee is central, supported by a full range of espresso drinks, teas, cold refreshments and alcoholic options such as beer and wine. Portions tend to be satisfyingly substantial, designed as much for lingering over as for a quick refuel between errands or meetings on the square. Vegetarians will usually find several options, although fully vegan choices can be more limited, so plant‑based diners may want to check details with staff.Atmosphere Indoors and Out
The interior design emphasizes warmth over minimalism, with wood tones, upholstered chairs and small decorative touches that soften the space. It feels more like a comfortable living room extended into a public setting than a stark, design‑driven venue. This makes it an easy choice for mixed groups and families, where not everyone is seeking the same level of culinary adventure but all want to feel at ease. Outside, rows of tables line the square-facing façade, turning the café into a classic people‑watching perch when the weather cooperates. On mild days, the terrace fills with the scent of coffee and café dishes, while the sounds of the square—street musicians, cyclists, and the distant chatter of other terraces—form a relaxed backdrop. In colder months, the focus naturally shifts indoors, where the contrast between the brisk Danish air and the café’s warm interior becomes part of the appeal.A Flexible Stop in Your Herning Day
Because it opens from late morning through the evening most days, Café Dyrby’s functions as a convenient anchor point during a day of exploring central Herning. It can be the place you start with a leisurely brunch before browsing nearby shops, the midday break for a simple lunch, or the straightforward choice for a no‑fuss dinner after a local concert or exhibition. Service style is informal but attentive, reflecting the owners’ emphasis on atmosphere and personal interaction. Solo guests are as easily accommodated as couples, groups of friends or multi‑generation families, and the central location makes it easy to use the café as a rendezvous spot. With its combination of history, continuity and everyday comfort, this is less a destination restaurant than a reliable, lived‑in café that slots naturally into the fabric of Herning’s town centre.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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