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Spisestedet Havnen, Bagenkop

Relaxed harbour-side brasserie in Bagenkop serving hearty Danish comfort food and fresh local fish just a few steps from the boats on Langeland’s southern tip.

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Spisestedet Havnen is a casual harbour-side brasserie in Bagenkop at the southern tip of Langeland, serving hearty Danish comfort food and fresh local fish just steps from the fishing boats. Expect generous portions, unfussy grill favourites, and classics like stjerneskud and schnitzel, with both indoor tables and outdoor seating overlooking the working harbour, making it a relaxed stop after a coastal walk or day on the water.

A brief summary to Spisestedet Havnen,Langeland, Bagenkop

  • Værftsvej 59, Bagenkop, 5935, DK
  • +4531181581
  • Visit website
  • Duration: 1 to 2 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
  • Monday 12 pm-8:30 pm
  • Tuesday 12 pm-8:30 pm
  • Wednesday 12 pm-8:30 pm
  • Thursday 12 pm-8:30 pm
  • Friday 12 pm-8:30 pm
  • Sunday 12 pm-8:30 pm

Local tips

  • Try the classic stjerneskud or another fish dish to make the most of the harbour setting and access to fresh local catch.
  • In good weather, choose an outdoor table for harbour views and bring an extra layer; the sea breeze can feel cool even in summer.
  • If you are staying in a cottage or on a boat, consider takeaway grill dishes for an easy dinner back at your accommodation.
  • Arrive a little before typical Danish dinner hours to enjoy a quieter atmosphere and more choice of seating.
  • Combine your meal with a stroll around Bagenkop harbour and the nearby seafront paths for a full coastal experience.
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Harbour brasserie at the edge of Langeland

Spisestedet Havnen sits right on Bagenkop’s working harbour, where fishing boats, yachts and the occasional seal set the scene for an easy-going meal. The low-key building on Værftsvej feels more like a local hangout than a formal restaurant, with simple décor and the water never more than a few steps away. Inside, the atmosphere is unpretentious and relaxed: wooden tables, maritime touches and big windows that frame mast tops and harbour cranes. On calmer days, many diners gravitate to the outdoor tables for the salty air and the gentle clink of rigging as a soundtrack.

Classic Danish comfort food with a seaside twist

The menu leans heavily into Danish brasserie-style comfort food, with a special focus on fish and grill dishes. One of the house staples is the traditional stjerneskud: fried and steamed fish on buttered bread, crowned with a generous handful of shrimp and tart dressing. You also find hearty favourites such as beef patties with rich gravy, schnitzel and burgers, often served with fries and simple salads. Given its setting, fish is prominent and typically pan-fried in plenty of butter, echoing old-school coastal cooking. Portions tend to be substantial, designed to satisfy hungry sailors, walkers and families who have spent the day outdoors.

Local life on the quay

Part of the charm here is how closely the restaurant is tied to everyday harbour life. In summer, you might watch anglers sort their gear or see a small catch brought ashore while you wait for your plate. The nearby fishmonger and ice-cream kiosks reinforce the feeling of a compact, self-contained harbour community. Even when the weather turns and the wind whips across the quay, the restaurant offers a cosy refuge: condensation on the windows, the smell of frying onions and coffee drifting from the kitchen, and the low murmur of Danish and German holidaymakers mixing with local voices.

Easygoing service and flexible seating

Service is straightforward and informal, reflecting the brasserie character. It is the kind of place where you order a beer or soft drink, settle in, and let time slow down a little. The layout allows for both small and larger groups, and the option between indoor and outdoor seating makes it workable in most weather conditions. Takeaway is part of the concept as well. Travellers staying in nearby cottages or on boats can order grill dishes or fish to go, turning harbour favourites into a simple meal back on their terrace or deck.

Part of a wider Bagenkop harbour stop

Spisestedet Havnen works particularly well as one stop in a broader visit to Bagenkop. Before or after a meal, you can stroll along the quay, watch the changing light over the Baltic, or continue to the sea dikes and beaches that frame the southern tip of Langeland. As daylight fades, the glow from the restaurant and the harbour lights give this small port a quietly atmospheric feel that lingers long after you leave.

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