Høst
Award-winning Nordic harvest cuisine in a candlelit Copenhagen dining room where rustic brick, Danish design and seasonal tasting menus create an intimate evening.
Høst is a warmly lit Nordic fine-dining restaurant in central Copenhagen, where rough brick walls, candlelight and Danish design set the stage for seasonal tasting menus built around local vegetables, seafood and sustainably sourced meats. The name means “harvest”, and the kitchen leans into that idea with thoughtfully plated courses, surprise small bites and optional wine or juice pairings. Intimate yet unpretentious, it’s a refined but relaxed place to experience contemporary New Nordic cooking without the formality of a grand gastronomic temple.
A brief summary to Høst
- Nørre Farimagsgade 41, Copenhagen, København K, 1364, DK
- +4589938409
- Visit website
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours
- Luxury
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 5:30 pm-12 am
- Tuesday 5:30 pm-12 am
- Wednesday 5:30 pm-12 am
- Thursday 5:30 pm-12 am
- Friday 5:30 pm-12 am
- Saturday 5:30 pm-12 am
- Sunday 5:30 pm-12 am
Local tips
- Reserve well in advance, especially for weekend evenings and later seating slots, as the fixed tasting format and limited space mean tables are carefully timed.
- Plan to choose one of the set menus and consider adding the wine or juice pairing if you want the full experience of how drinks are matched to Nordic flavours.
- Dietary requirements such as vegetarian or gluten-free needs should be mentioned when booking so the kitchen can adapt the tasting menu thoughtfully.
- Aim to arrive on time for your booking; the menu is paced as a sequence and a punctual start ensures a relaxed flow without rushing later courses.
- Dress smart-casual rather than overly formal—this is refined dining, but the Copenhagen mood is relaxed and comfortable rather than stiff.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Høst location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Hot Weather
Discover more about Høst
Harvest-Driven Nordic Flavours in the Heart of Copenhagen
Høst takes its name from the Danish word for “harvest”, and everything about the restaurant is anchored in that idea. Menus are built as fixed multi-course tastings, usually with a choice between a shorter and a longer experience, and they change with the seasons to showcase what Nordic fields, forests and coastlines can offer at any given time. You can expect maritime notes from scallops, crab or salmon in one season, then root vegetables, celeriac and brassicas in another, often paired with herbs, berries or preserved elements that stretch the short northern growing window. Rather than overwhelming diners with options, Høst focuses on a compact menu, allowing the kitchen to refine each plate. Courses arrive as a flowing sequence, often punctuated by unannounced “surprise” bites that highlight a particular ingredient or playful texture. Sauces built on skyr, dill oil, or shellfish reductions, along with carefully judged acidity from pickles and berries, give the food a distinctly Nordic brightness.Design Award–Winning Interior with Danish Character
Set in a classic Copenhagen corner building on Nørre Farimagsgade, Høst is as much about atmosphere as it is about cuisine. The interior has won international design awards for the way it balances raw and refined elements. Exposed brick walls and visible structural details provide a rustic backdrop, while pale wood tables, modern Danish chairs and simple ceramics add a clean, contemporary line. Soft lighting, flickering candles and thoughtfully placed greenery lend the rooms a warm, almost greenhouse-like glow after dark. The main dining space feels intimate without being cramped, and there are semi-private areas and a dedicated room for smaller groups that still carry the same stripped-back Scandinavian elegance. The design subtly echoes the kitchen’s philosophy: carefully composed, but never fussy.How an Evening at Høst Unfolds
Dinner service starts early in the evening and runs until late, with set arrival windows so the kitchen can pace each table’s menu. Guests settle in with filtered water, homemade bread and often a first small taste from the kitchen before the official courses begin. As the menu progresses, the plates increase in complexity, moving from delicate seafood or vegetable starters to richer mains and a final dessert that often plays with berries, cream and herbal or forest notes. Drinks are an important part of the experience but not mandatory. Many choose a wine pairing that leans toward European bottles, including crisp whites and occasionally orange or skin-contact wines, chosen to complement the layered flavours of the food. For those avoiding alcohol, non-alcoholic pairings based on juices, ferments and infusions mirror the same attention to nuance and seasonality.Neighbourhood Setting with Fine-Dining Ambitions
Although recognized by guides for its quality, Høst keeps one foot firmly in its neighbourhood. It feels more like a stylish local favourite than a formal culinary temple, making it approachable for both dedicated food travellers and visitors looking for a special-occasion dinner. The dining room’s scale, the hum of conversation and the open interaction with servers all contribute to a relaxed, convivial tone. The restaurant belongs to a local group that runs several venues around the city, and that structure helps keep the experience polished while still offering good value relative to many of Copenhagen’s top-end tasting menus. It is refined enough for anniversaries and romantic nights out, yet informal enough that you can focus on the food and company rather than ceremony.Who Will Love Høst
Høst is particularly appealing to travellers keen to understand modern Nordic cooking without committing to the length or cost of the most experimental restaurants in the city. Couples and small groups will appreciate the intimate lighting and the sense of occasion created by a multi-course menu that unfolds over the evening. Food-focused visitors will find plenty to enjoy in the precise plating, interplay of textures and the way common ingredients are transformed through smoking, pickling and fermenting. Because the experience is firmly centred on dinner, it suits those planning their day around a leisurely evening meal rather than a quick bite. With its combination of award-winning design, thoughtful cooking and central location, Høst offers a distinctly Copenhagen dining experience that feels carefully considered yet warmly human.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Location Audience
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- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
