Jacobs Vin & Tapas
Intimate basement wine bar in central Horsens serving Spanish-inspired tapas and a carefully curated wine list in a cosy, candlelit setting.
Tucked into a raised basement on Jessensgade in central Horsens, Jacobs Vin & Tapas pairs Spanish-inspired small plates with a focused wine list in an intimate, candlelit setting. Exposed brick, close-set tables and soft music create a cosy atmosphere suited to languid evenings over shared dishes. Expect seasonal tapas, charcuterie boards and carefully chosen bottles by the glass or the bottle, with a relaxed yet attentive style of service.
A brief summary to Jacobs Vin & Tapas
- Jessensgade 5, Horsens, 8700, DK
- +4522677007
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Wednesday 5 pm-11 pm
- Thursday 5 pm-12 am
- Friday 3 pm-1 am
- Saturday 12 pm-1 am
Local tips
- Reserve a table for Friday and Saturday evenings, as the intimate dining room fills quickly during peak dinner hours.
- Plan to share 3–5 tapas dishes between two people to sample a good cross-section of the menu without over-ordering.
- Ask the staff for wine pairing suggestions; they can often recommend by-the-glass options that match specific dishes.
- If the weather is mild, request one of the limited outdoor tables along Jessensgade for a more open, street-side feel.
- Check the current opening days, as the restaurant primarily operates in the evenings from midweek through Saturday.
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Jacobs Vin & Tapas location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Tapas and wine in the heart of Horsens
Jacobs Vin & Tapas brings a slice of Iberian dining culture to Jessensgade, one of Horsens’ central streets. Set in a slightly elevated basement space, the restaurant feels tucked away from the city outside, yet remains only steps from the town’s main thoroughfares. Inside, the focus is firmly on small plates built for sharing and a compact but considered wine selection. The menu leans into classic tapas ideas – cured meats, cheeses, grilled vegetables, seafood and slow-cooked meats – interpreted with a modern sensibility and seasonal ingredients. Rather than a rigid structure of starters and mains, the experience is designed around ordering a spread of dishes for the table, encouraging a sociable, unhurried pace to the meal.A cosy basement with Spanish accents
The dining room occupies a high basement level, giving it the feel of a wine bar tucked below street life. Low ceilings, exposed brickwork and close-set tables create an intimate atmosphere, enhanced by candlelight and warm, subdued lighting. When the weather cooperates, a handful of outdoor tables along Jessensgade extend the space and allow you to dine with a view of the street. Decor is understated, with wooden furnishings, simple table settings and a few Spanish touches hinting at the culinary inspiration. The overall impression is more wine bar than formal restaurant: a place where you can settle in for the evening, graze through the menu and linger over the last glass of red without feeling rushed.From first glass to final small plate
A typical evening might begin at the bar, where you can explore the wine list by the glass, ask for recommendations or start with a sparkling option as you look over the menu. The kitchen works around the rhythm of shared plates, so dishes often arrive in waves rather than strict courses, keeping the table lively with new flavours. Boards piled with charcuterie and cheeses often anchor the spread, flanked by warm dishes that might include slow-braised meats, seafood in rich sauces or vegetables finished on the grill. Portions are designed so that two people can comfortably sample several different items, making it easy to tailor the experience to a casual drink with a snack or a full multi-plate dinner.Wine at the centre of the experience
As the name suggests, wine is central to the concept. The list typically balances Spanish bottles with broader European choices, giving you the option to either stay fully in tapas territory or branch out to other regions. Staff are accustomed to guiding guests toward pairings that match both palate and budget, whether you are ordering by the glass, carafe or bottle. Because the space is intimate and the focus is on conversation, the ambiance tends to be relaxed rather than rowdy, making it a comfortable choice for dates, small groups of friends or a quiet evening for two. The combination of central location, atmospheric interior and shareable menu gives Jacobs Vin & Tapas the feel of a neighbourhood favourite as well as a pleasant stop for visitors exploring Horsens’ dining scene.Evenings only, with a local feel
Jacobs Vin & Tapas opens in the late afternoon or early evening and runs into the night, aligning with its identity as a dinner and wine spot rather than a daytime café. Weekends often feel livelier as locals drift in for early-evening drinks that stretch into dinner. On quieter midweek nights, the mood becomes even more intimate, with soft background music and the clink of glasses the main soundtrack. Given its cosy size, planning for an unhurried meal works best: allowing time to add another small plate, revisit a favourite wine or simply sit with coffee after dessert. Whether you treat it as a dedicated dinner destination or as a place to round off an evening in Horsens, the restaurant offers a compact but characterful setting built around the pleasures of well-made tapas and thoughtfully chosen wine.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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