Restaurant Uafhængig at Hotel Amerika
Ambitious Nordic cooking in a calm, forest‑edge dining room at Hotel Amerika, blending seasonal Danish flavors with a relaxed, modern atmosphere near Hobro.
Tucked into the forested grounds around Hotel Amerika just outside Hobro, Restaurant Uafhængig is a contemporary Danish dining room that pairs local seasonal produce with a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. Floor‑to‑ceiling windows draw in the surrounding greenery, while the kitchen, led by an ambitious head chef with international fine‑dining experience, reworks Nordic flavors into elegant plates. It is a destination for unhurried lunches, refined dinners and special‑occasion meals in a calm, woodland setting.
A brief summary to Restaurant Uafhængig
- Amerikavej 48, Hobro, 9500, DK
- +4598544200
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Tuesday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Friday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-9:30 pm
- Sunday 12 pm-9:30 pm
Local tips
- Book ahead for weekend dinners and special occasions, especially if you want a table by the windows facing the surrounding woodland.
- Plan at least two hours for dinner so you can enjoy multiple courses at a relaxed pace rather than rushing through the experience.
- Combine your meal with a walk in the nearby forest paths around Hotel Amerika to make the most of the natural setting before or after dining.
- If you have dietary requirements, mention them when reserving; the kitchen is modern and typically flexible when given notice.
- In cooler months, aim for an earlier evening reservation to enjoy the transition from daylight to the restaurant’s warm, candlelit atmosphere.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
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- Drinking Water
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- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Restaurant Uafhængig location weather suitability
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Discover more about Restaurant Uafhængig
Forest-framed dining on the edge of Hobro
Set amid trees and rolling greenery outside Hobro, Restaurant Uafhængig forms the culinary heart of Hotel Amerika. The restaurant looks out over the surrounding woodland, so even indoors you remain closely connected to nature, with leafy views changing subtly through the seasons. The setting feels secluded yet not remote, making it an appealing escape from town without ever feeling difficult to reach. Step inside and you move from forest path to warm, contemporary dining room. Large windows pull in daylight on bright days and create a lantern-like glow after dark, while soft lighting and simple Scandinavian furnishings keep the mood calm and understated. It feels like a place designed for conversation and lingering rather than rushing in and out between errands.Scandinavian flavors with ambitious craftsmanship
The kitchen at Restaurant Uafhængig is led by a head chef with background from high‑level dining, including work under Michelin recognition, and that ambition shows in the plates. Rather than theatrical fine‑dining, the focus is on clear flavors, precise cooking and seasonal Nordic ingredients handled with care. Local produce from Jutland farms and waters often forms the backbone of the menu, with vegetables, fish and meats presented in clean, visually appealing compositions. Expect modern takes on classic Danish and broader European dishes, where familiar components are refined rather than reinvented beyond recognition. Sauces are carefully reduced, garnishes are deliberate rather than decorative clutter, and portions are satisfying without being heavy. Lunch tends to be a little more relaxed, while dinner gives the kitchen room to stretch out with slightly more elaborate courses and considered wine pairings.Atmosphere suited to both hotel guests and destination diners
Because the restaurant sits within Hotel Amerika, it naturally serves a varied audience. Overnight guests drift in after a day of meetings, golf or exploring the fjord, while locals and visitors from the wider region treat it as a destination in its own right. Tables are spaced with enough room for private conversation, so couples can enjoy a quiet evening just as comfortably as small groups marking a birthday or anniversary. The mood balances polished service with a friendly, unpretentious tone. Staff guide you through the menu and wine list without stiffness, and the pace usually allows time to savor multiple courses. In the afternoons on lighter days, the dining room can feel almost like a lounge facing the forest edge, while evenings bring a more intimate, candlelit character.Linked experiences in the surrounding landscape
The wider area around Restaurant Uafhængig adds an extra layer to the visit. The property is close to Hobro Golf Club and trails that weave through the nearby woods and towards Mariager Fjord, so it is easy to combine a meal with time outdoors. On bright days you might arrive after a walk among the trees, then warm up over a long lunch; in colder seasons, the restaurant becomes a cosy refuge after fresh air and low northern light. Thanks to the hotel facilities, additional comforts sit just beyond the dining room, from lounge areas to terraces when weather allows. This makes the restaurant particularly attractive for longer stays, celebrations that stretch from afternoon into evening, or business gatherings that need both meeting space and a considered meal. You never feel far from nature, yet you have all the trappings of a modern, well‑run establishment at hand.Planning your meal at Restaurant Uafhængig
Restaurant Uafhængig generally opens daily from midday through the evening, serving both lunch and dinner, though specific times can vary slightly with the season and special events. Reservations are sensible for weekend evenings and for larger groups, while lunch on weekdays can often be a little quieter. The typical price level sits in the mid‑range for Denmark: you are paying for careful sourcing, professional cooking and the peaceful setting rather than extravagance. Allow at least two hours if you plan to enjoy a full dinner with several courses, and a little less for a focused lunch. The dress code is smart‑casual rather than formal, with hikers and golfers just as welcome as guests dressed up for an occasion. With its combination of woodland surroundings, thoughtful Nordic cooking and flexible spaces, Restaurant Uafhængig works equally well as a stand‑alone culinary stop or as part of a longer stay in Hobro and around Mariager Fjord.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Hobro Lystbådehavn
1.9 km
Denmark's premier fjord marina with historic charm and modern comfort.
Restaurant BramslevGaard
3.0 km
Experience Danish history and gastronomy at BramslevGaard, a charming manor house nestled in the scenic Bramslev Bakker near Hobro, offering stunning views and French-inspired cuisine.
Hotel BramslevGaard
3.0 km
Experience tranquility and history at Hotel BramslevGaard, nestled in the scenic Bramslev Bakker by Mariager Fjord, offering gourmet dining, spa retreats, and easy access to Northern Jutland's natural wonders.
Mariager Church
8.9 km
A towering former abbey church above Mariager Fjord, where Gothic brickwork, noble tombs and a distinctive Aubertin organ keep centuries of faith and history alive.
Mariager Kirke
8.9 km
A lofty Bridgettine abbey church turned parish landmark, where Gothic stone, noble tombs and organ music tell Mariager’s story above the fjord.
Hotel Postgaarden Mariager
9.1 km
Experience historic Danish charm and modern comfort at Hotel Postgaarden Mariager, nestled in the heart of the 'City of Roses' with easy access to Mariager Fjord's natural beauty.
Mariager Lystbådehavn
9.3 km
Denmark's most beautiful fjord meets a thriving sailing community in this welcoming maritime harbor.
Mariager Fjord
10.4 km
Denmark's longest fjord winds through pristine Jutland landscapes, offering unspoilt nature, charming villages, and exceptional outdoor adventures.
Danhostel Rebild
22.0 km
Experience Danish nature and hospitality at Danhostel Rebild, your budget-friendly gateway to Rebild Bakker National Park and the enchanting Rold Skov forest, perfect for outdoor adventures.
Thingbæk Chalk Mines / Rebild Center
22.1 km
Explore art within the depths of former limestone mines, discover natural springs, and delve into Cold War history at the Rebild Center, a unique cultural experience in Northern Jutland.
Comwell Rebild Bakker
22.2 km
Experience tranquility and natural beauty at Comwell Rebild Bakker, nestled in the heart of Rebild National Park and Rold Forest, offering modern comfort and sustainable practices.
Randers St.
22.3 km
Historic East Jutland railway hub connecting Denmark's east coast with modern InterCity services and comprehensive traveler amenities.
Randers Railwaystation
22.3 km
Historic rail gateway of Randers, linking East Jutland’s river town with Aarhus, Aalborg and Copenhagen from a compact, practical 19th‑century station hub.
Sven Dalsgaards Plads
22.4 km
Randers' cultural epicentre honouring a Dadaist pioneer, where art, performance, and community converge.
Randers Dyrehave
22.5 km
Explore Denmark’s regal heritage at Amalienborg Palace, an architectural masterpiece and home to the Danish royal family in central Copenhagen.
Unmissable attractions to see
Sildehagen
1.7 km
A calm slice of Mariager Fjord where a circular bridge, productive fishing waters and easy shoreline walks bring everyday fjord life to Hobro’s edge.
Panorama Walking Route
1.9 km
A 10 km premium hillside-and-fjord loop near Hobro, weaving through meadows, juniper slopes and shoreline for some of Denmark’s most evocative panoramic views.
Pleasure craft museum
2.2 km
Intimate maritime museum in a historic Hobro harbor warehouse, showcasing classic wooden pleasure craft, local fjord stories, and Danish leisure sailing culture.
FjordTours
2.2 km
Mariager Strandpark offers sandy beaches, grassy picnic spots, and serene fjord views—a perfect blend of nature and relaxation on the shores of scenic Mariager Fjord.
Torvekonen
2.6 km
Marvel at the Shell House, a one-of-a-kind museum in Thyborøn where seashell mosaics adorn every inch, blending Danish coastal art and maritime heritage.
Bramslev Bakker
2.8 km
Steep green hills tumbling to Mariager Fjord, Bramslev Bakker blends premium hiking, shoreline calm and big-sky views in one of Denmark’s most scenic corners.
Hjerritsdal Mølle
2.8 km
Historic watermill farmstead in a green tunnel valley, where running water, old buildings and quiet paths reveal centuries of rural life near Mariager Fjord.
Hobro Camping
3.4 km
Terraced hillside camping above Hobro, blending fjord views, green surroundings and easy city access in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Fyrkat Viking Museum
3.5 km
Step into a perfectly circular Viking fortress, walk a full-scale longhouse, and explore a reconstructed chieftain’s farm at this evocative UNESCO-listed site near Hobro.
Katbjerg Odde, Mariager fjord
4.4 km
Quiet peninsula on Mariager Fjord with sea trout fishing, birdlife, fossils and big-sky views, ideal for slow walks, simple picnics and peaceful nature escapes.
Kings Hill | Megalithic tomb
5.3 km
Discover Denmark’s most whimsical museum: a creative coastal house spectacularly covered in shells, folk art, and maritime antiques in scenic Thyborøn.
Miniseum
5.3 km
Enchanting 1:12 scale miniatures and dioramas celebrating artistry in Denmark's countryside.
Øls Skæppe
7.4 km
A quiet, dramatic earthfall hollow on Hobro’s outskirts, where steep grassy slopes form a natural amphitheatre and reveal the subtle power of shifting ground.
Mariagerfjord Frikirke
7.8 km
Modern free church and cultural house on the edge of Mariager, blending contemporary worship, community life and flexible event spaces in a bright, welcoming complex.
Mindesten
8.1 km
Mariager Strandpark is a peaceful waterfront park offering idyllic fjord views, swimming areas, and open lawns—an inviting escape at the heart of Mariager’s natural beauty.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Uafhængig
0.0 km
Ambitious Nordic cooking in a calm, forest‑edge dining room at Hotel Amerika, blending seasonal Danish flavors with a relaxed, modern atmosphere near Hobro.
Restaurant The Grill Hobro
1.2 km
All-you-can-eat grill buffet and brunch inside Hobro’s Bowl’n’Fun, bringing hearty classics, soft-ice desserts and family-friendly dining under one lively roof.
Nida's food
2.6 km
Casual harborfront fast-food joint in Hobro serving pizzas, burgers and grill favorites just steps from the marina on Havnegade.
Matios Det Italienske Spisehus
2.6 km
Cosy Italian trattoria-style dining on Hobro’s central square, serving generous pizzas, pasta and classic desserts in a warm, candlelit atmosphere.
Esja Bistro
2.7 km
Casual Nordic comfort food with Icelandic flavours, served in a cosy bistro on Hobro’s Adelgade where North Atlantic ingredients meet relaxed Danish dining.
Restaurant Bies Bryghus
2.7 km
Historic Hobro brewery-restaurant serving classic Danish dishes with a modern twist in a warm, brick-and-beam setting on the town’s central street.
Restaurant Bramslev Bakker
2.8 km
Countryside Danish cooking with sweeping fjord views, where Bramslev Bakker’s rolling hills meet a relaxed, modern restaurant above Mariager Fjord.
Mariager Bistro & Konditori
9.0 km
Casual harborfront bistro and konditori in Mariager, serving unfussy Danish café dishes and cakes just steps from the town’s quiet fjord marina.
A'porta
9.0 km
Unpretentious Danish cooking, a lively bodega-style bar and simple rooms under one roof in the old fjord town of Mariager.
Havnens Grill & Pølsebod
9.1 km
Casual waterfront grill serving Danish classics with fjord views and motorcycle tradition.
Torve Pizza Mariager v/Kenan Atas
9.1 km
Casual, central pizzeria and grillhouse on Mariager’s main square, serving generous, affordable comfort food to locals and visitors from afternoon through evening.
Landgangen
9.6 km
Homely Danish comfort food and generous plates served with wide-open views over Mariager Fjord on the quiet edge of this charming North Jutland town.
Restauration Orkidee Dania - Mad som man kender
14.5 km
Relaxed fjordside restaurant and event venue at Dania, serving classic Danish dishes, buffets and catering in cozy banquet rooms with wide views over Mariager Fjord.
Star Pizza & Grill
14.7 km
Straightforward pizzas and grill favorites in the heart of Mariager, offering easy takeaway and no-frills dining after a day by the Danish fjord.
Cafe Fyret Kongsdal
15.3 km
Unpretentious harbour café on the quay at Kongsdal Havn, serving simple, good‑value meals and ice creams with wide‑open views over Mariager Fjord.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
PetitePeople
6.0 km
Personalized children's clothing and baby essentials in central Hobro, Denmark.
REMA 1000
8.6 km
Mariager’s handy REMA 1000 on Gl. Hobrovej is a no‑frills discount supermarket, perfect for stocking up on groceries, snacks and picnic supplies near the historic town.
Kirkepladsens Blomster Mariager ApS
9.0 km
Century-old florist crafting premium arrangements for weddings, celebrations, and heartfelt moments.
Folkekirkens Nødhjælp Genbrug
9.0 km
Cosy waterfront charity shop in Mariager, where curated second-hand finds, local community and global relief work meet under ét genbrugstag.
Vinspecialisten Mariager
9.0 km
Intimate specialist wine shop in the heart of Mariager, pairing personal advice with carefully chosen bottles, fine spirits and gift-ready treats for any occasion.
Mariager Slagterforretning
9.1 km
Classic Danish butcher shop by Mariager’s harbour, offering house-made specialties, fresh cuts and deli favourites ideal for picnics, grilling and cosy self-catered meals.
Helga Winther Smykkedesigner
9.1 km
Handcrafted jewelry artistry in the heart of Mariager, where bespoke designs meet timeless elegance.
Vaffelbageren i Mariager
9.1 km
Experience handmade Danish ice cream and fresh-baked waffles on Mariager’s historic square—Vaffelbageren captures the taste and spirit of hygge along the fjord.
JamerAntik.dk
9.1 km
Intimate Mariager antiques shop specializing in Danish porcelain, ceramics and decorative treasures, where each shelf reveals another chapter of Scandinavian design history.
Klosterkaelderen.dk Antiques & Porcelain
9.1 km
Denmark's premier destination for authentic Danish and European antique ceramics and porcelain.
Mariager Boghandel
9.2 km
Cosy village bookshop and service hub in the heart of Mariager, combining books, gifts, toys and practical everyday services in one welcoming stop.
SuperBrugsen
9.2 km
Modern cooperative supermarket and deli hub in small‑town Mariager, ideal for stocking up on Danish groceries, picnic supplies and prepared local dishes every day.
Klæd Dig - Mariager
9.2 km
Cosy, owner-run fashion boutique on Østergade in Mariager, offering curated Scandinavian-style womenswear in a relaxed, personal and distinctly local setting.
Diva
9.2 km
Curated women's fashion in the heart of historic Mariager's charming town center.
Jørgensen Sko
9.2 km
A long-standing local shoe shop and cobbler in Mariager, offering practical footwear, repairs and traditional service on cosy Østergade near the historic town centre.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Jazz Hobro
2.2 km
Northern Denmark's premier jazz venue, celebrating tradition and innovation through live performances.
Bræddehytten Bar & Pub
2.4 km
Unpretentious local bar on Hobro’s main street, pouring cold beer and warm hygge in a classic Danish pub setting with friendly, small-town atmosphere.
Torvebaren
2.6 km
Classic Danish bodega in central Hobro, serving traditional beers, darts and down‑to‑earth local atmosphere from morning coffee to late‑night rounds.
Vognhjulet Pub
2.7 km
Hobro's legendary rock pub where authentic Danish hospitality meets decades of local tradition.
Madam Blå's Vandhul
2.7 km
A cozy, day‑time neighborhood bar-café in Hobro where locals linger over coffee, beer and small talk in an easygoing, homely atmosphere.
Olivia
14.7 km
Casual Danish beer hall where locals gather for drinks, conversation, and authentic small-town hospitality.
Rottehullet / Bodega
17.2 km
Laid‑back Danish bodega in quiet Arden, where cold beer, worn wood and easy conversation create a timeless neighborhood hangout.
Jagtstuen
19.1 km
Traditional Danish bodega-style bar in central Hadsund, known for its cozy atmosphere and pioneering dementia-friendly approach to everyday social life.
Kælderen
19.4 km
Intimate basement bar at the heart of Hadsund's town square, open for evening gatherings Thursday through Sunday.
Den Graa Kok Vinkælderen
19.4 km
Refined wine bar and cellar in North Jutland offering curated selections and elegant dining.
ar
20.1 km
Unpretentious waterfront bar on Ved Stranden in Hadsund, where simple drinks, fjord views and small-town atmosphere create an easygoing evening stop.
My Way Pub
21.9 km
A cosy small-town Danish pub where darts, pool, bingo and the occasional live band create easygoing evenings in the heart of Aalestrup.
Sunes Bodega
22.0 km
A classic Randers neighbourhood bodega serving cold beers, local stories and uncomplicated hygge from morning until late evening.
Skørping Bodega
22.5 km
Down-to-earth local bodega in central Skørping, serving cold beers, simple drinks and small-town atmosphere from midday until late on weekends.
Bykroen
22.5 km
Traditional Randers bodega with cold beer, simple smørrebrød and everyday hygge in the heart of Vestergade’s city-centre streets.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Lively
- Unique
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Minimalist Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Landmarks
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Wheelchair Access
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly