Restaurant Spyd, Silkeborg

Charcoal-Grilled Flavour in the Heart of Silkeborg

Restaurant Spyd brings a slice of the Middle East to Hostrupsgade, a short stroll from Silkeborg’s central streets. The name “Spyd” hints at what it does best: skewers loaded with marinated meat, cooked over a glowing charcoal grill until smokily caramelised. From the outside it looks like a straightforward neighbourhood place, but step indoors and you find a warm, unfussy dining room where the grill is the quiet star of the show. This is the kind of restaurant that suits both a quick, satisfying meal and an unhurried evening with friends. Tables are arranged simply, with a modern, clean-lined feel that keeps the focus firmly on the plates arriving from the open kitchen.

Middle Eastern Classics with Turkish Roots

The menu leans heavily into Turkish and broader Middle Eastern cooking, with a long list of grilled meats forming the backbone. Adana kebab, lamb skewers, chicken skewers and lamb cutlets are prepared on a charcoal grill, each portion typically arriving with rice, salad, grilled vegetables, tzatziki and warm house-baked bread. Beyond the skewers, there are richer kitchen dishes such as Ottoman kebab, chicken sauté and güveç-style oven stews, alongside the popular Beyti kebab made from spiced minced beef wrapped and baked, then served with garlicky yoghurt, butter and tomato sauce. Burgers and durum wraps round out the selection, making it easy to find something for less adventurous eaters.

Casual Setting with a Contemporary Refresh

Inside, Restaurant Spyd feels like a modernised local grill house. A relatively recent refurbishment has given the space new furniture and fresher lines, with comfortable chairs, wooden tables and a layout that accommodates both couples and larger groups. Lighting is soft but practical, and décor is kept restrained, with only subtle nods to its Turkish inspiration. The overall impression is relaxed and functional rather than ornate: a place where you can settle in comfortably without any formality and simply enjoy a well-cooked meal.

Eat In, Take Away or Have It Delivered

Flexibility is a big part of the experience here. You can sit down for a full plate meal with all the trimmings, order a stack of wraps for a casual feast, or use it as a convenient takeaway point on your way home. The kitchen is geared towards handling both dine‑in and online orders, and the menu is structured so the dishes travel well. For those staying in local accommodation, delivery offers an easy way to enjoy charcoal-grilled food without leaving your room. If you are dining at the restaurant, expect prompt service and a steady rhythm of takeaway customers collecting bags of food while you eat.

Who It Suits and When to Visit

Restaurant Spyd is especially handy for families, groups of friends and anyone looking for a filling, good‑value meal in the middle of the day or evening. Long opening hours, from lunchtime through late evening seven days a week, make it a reliable option when other kitchens are closed. Portions tend to be generous, so it works well before or after a day exploring Silkeborg’s lakes and forests. With its straightforward setting, it is less about lingering romance and more about hearty plates, shared platters and the comforting aroma of meat on the grill.