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Great Sushi Kalundborg

Casual all‑you‑can‑eat sushi and colourful takeaway boxes bring a taste of Japan to Kalundborg’s main street, in a simple, modern setting on Kordilgade.

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Set on bustling Kordilgade in the heart of Kalundborg, Great Sushi is a casual Japanese restaurant known for generous platters, all‑you‑can‑eat options and a broad menu of maki, nigiri and warm side dishes. The look is simple and modern, with bright plates of sushi taking centre stage rather than elaborate decor. It works equally well for a quick lunch, takeaway feast or relaxed dinner before exploring the old town and harbour, with friendly service and a laid‑back, family‑friendly feel.

A brief summary to Great Sushi

  • Kordilgade 73, Kalundborg, 4400, DK
  • +4550306688
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  • Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 12 pm-9 pm
  • Tuesday 12 pm-9 pm
  • Wednesday 12 pm-9 pm
  • Thursday 12 pm-9 pm
  • Friday 12 pm-9:30 pm
  • Saturday 12 pm-9:30 pm
  • Sunday 12 pm-9 pm

Local tips

  • Consider arriving slightly before the usual Danish dinner rush, around 17:30–18:00, to enjoy a calmer atmosphere and shorter waits for all‑you‑can‑eat rounds.
  • If you prefer variety, choose mixed menus or sushi boats rather than building everything à la carte; these offer a broad range of maki, nigiri and warm sides.
  • When ordering takeaway, check your selection carefully at the counter so you can confirm that all rolls, sauces and extras are included before leaving.
  • Ask about vegetarian and mild options if you are travelling with children or spice‑shy diners; staff can guide you to rolls with gentle flavours.
  • Pair your visit with a stroll along Kordilgade and the nearby old town; it works well as either a relaxed lunch stop or a simple evening meal after sightseeing.
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Japanese flavours on Kalundborg’s main street

Great Sushi sits along Kordilgade, Kalundborg’s central shopping street, where everyday errands and evening outings blend into one long urban stroll. Behind the glass frontage you step into a compact, modern dining room with neat tables, bright lighting and the quiet hum of takeaway orders coming and going. The focus here is firmly on the food: colourful rolls, tidy nigiri and brimming platters that bring a burst of Tokyo energy to a small west‑Zealand town. The menu covers familiar ground in the best possible way. You can expect salmon and tuna nigiri, inside‑out maki, tempura prawn rolls and vegetarian combinations built on avocado, cucumber and crisp vegetables. Warm dishes, from gyoza to fried snacks, round things out for those who like a mix of textures. It is the kind of place where you can build your own selection piece by piece or share a large boat stacked with different styles.

All‑you‑can‑eat and takeaway culture

One of Great Sushi’s signatures is its all‑you‑can‑eat concept, offered alongside classic à la carte and takeaway. Diners order multiple rounds from a digital or paper menu, choosing small portions of many different rolls and sides rather than committing to a single platter. It is designed for groups who enjoy trying combinations they might not otherwise pick, from deep‑fried kaburimaki to lighter, seaweed‑wrapped pieces. Takeaway is a big part of the rhythm here. Boxes are packed tightly with neat rows of sushi, ready to be carried home, to the harbour or to a nearby park when the weather is kind. The moderate price level makes it a realistic option for a casual weekday meal as well as weekends, and combination menus simplify ordering for anyone overwhelmed by choice.

Easygoing atmosphere for all ages

Inside, the atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious. Tables are set close enough for a gentle buzz but not so tight that you feel crowded, and families, couples and solo diners all blend into the mix. Children often gravitate to milder items such as futomaki with avocado or simple salmon nigiri, while adults experiment with spicier rolls topped with chili mayo, teriyaki drizzle or crispy onions. Service is straightforward and efficient, oriented around keeping orders flowing smoothly between dine‑in and takeaway. You place your choices, watch plates arrive steadily from the open prep area, and can linger over the last pieces without feeling rushed. For visitors exploring Kalundborg’s medieval quarter or harbourfront, it offers a comfortable, low‑key pause with a distinctly Asian flavour.

A Danish town with a Japanese twist

Part of a small Danish chain, the Kalundborg branch of Great Sushi brings a cosmopolitan note to a town better known for church towers and industrial harbour silhouettes. There is a certain charm in stepping off a traditional high street and finding bright trays of maki and sashimi being assembled at speed. It reflects how international tastes have woven themselves into everyday life even in smaller Danish communities. Many locals use Great Sushi as a reliable choice for occasions that call for sharing food: birthdays, casual celebrations or a Friday night in. The colourful presentation, variety of textures and the ritual of choosing pieces one by one make it more of an experience than a standard takeaway. For travellers, it doubles as a window into how global food trends have landed here, adapted to local preferences yet still recognisably Japanese in spirit.

Planning your meal around the day

Great Sushi’s opening hours, running from lunchtime through the evening all week, make it easy to fit into a day of sightseeing or work. Lunch visits tend to be quieter and more practical, with quick sets and takeaway orders, while evenings see more groups settling in over larger menus. Seats are limited, so timing your visit slightly before peak dinner hours can mean a calmer experience. Whether you opt for a brief stop to grab a sushi box or sit down to explore the all‑you‑can‑eat selection, expect a simple, modern setting where the main attraction is a table covered in small, colourful plates. It is not fine dining, but it is a satisfying, flavourful counterpoint to the traditional Danish dishes you will find elsewhere in Kalundborg, and a good option whenever you crave soy sauce, wasabi and neatly rolled rice.

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