Banjo's Grillbar, Odense
Unpretentious Odense grillbar serving classic Danish smørrebrød, hotdogs, burgers and ribbensteg in a casual, everyday setting on Sandhusvej.
Banjo’s Grillbar in Odense is a classic Danish grillbar serving smørrebrød, hotdogs, burgers, pølsemix and hearty daily specials from its spot on Sandhusvej. The atmosphere is casual and unfussy: this is a place for a quick, filling meal rather than fine dining. Locals drop in for ribbensteg sandwiches, sausages and takeaway, but you can also sit down for a relaxed, no-frills bite before or after exploring Odense.
A brief summary to Banjo's
- Sandhusvej 74, Odense, Odense C, 5000, DK
- +4566124015
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 11 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 11 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 11 am-9 pm
- Thursday 11 am-9 pm
- Friday 11 am-9 pm
- Saturday 11 am-9 pm
- Sunday 11 am-9 pm
Local tips
- Try one of the ribbensteg specials or the pølsemix if you want a very Danish grillbar experience rather than a standard burger.
- Peak mealtimes can be busy; visit slightly before or after lunch and dinner for shorter waits and a more relaxed feel.
- Portions are generous, so consider sharing sides like fries or pølsemix if you are not extremely hungry.
- If you have dietary restrictions, ask at the counter which items can be adjusted, as this is a traditional grillbar with a meat‑heavy menu.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Trash Bins
- Seating Areas
Banjo's 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
Discover more about Banjo's
Classic Danish Grillbar on Sandhusvej
Banjo’s Grillbar sits a little away from Odense’s historic core, in a straightforward, residential stretch of Sandhusvej. From the outside it looks exactly as a Danish grillbar should: bright signage, big menu boards and a steady flow of regulars popping in for something hot and comforting. Inside, the layout is practical rather than decorative, with a counter, open kitchen and simple seating where the focus is squarely on the food. This is everyday Denmark rather than special-occasion dining. It is the sort of place where workers refuel at lunch, families pick up an easy dinner, and night-shift staff grab something substantial on the way home. The pace is brisk, the service direct, and there is always a low hum of conversations and clatter from the grill.Smørrebrød, Sausages and Ribbensteg Favourites
The menu leans into Danish comfort food with a grillbar twist. You can expect generously topped smørrebrød, burgers stacked with salad and dressing, hotdogs in several styles and the ever-popular pølsemix – a mound of sliced sausage over fries with a tangle of onions and sauces. Pork plays a starring role, from classic red sausages to rich ribbensteg with crackling tucked into sandwiches. Alongside the usual fast-food suspects, there are daily specials and simple plates that feel more like a home-style meal than takeaway. Portions tend to be hearty, with plenty of fries and dressings. It is the kind of menu where you order with your appetite rather than a calorie counter, and where a cold soft drink or beer is almost obligatory.Atmosphere of Local Routine
Step inside at midday and you may find tradespeople in work gear, office staff on quick breaks and neighbours greeting staff by name. In the evenings the mood loosens; couples drop in casually, friends share large orders at a table, and there is a steady stream of takeaway bags heading out the door. The décor is functional, but the warm lighting and the glow from the grill give it an inviting, lived‑in feel. There is nothing self-conscious about the setting. You will not find design furniture or curated playlists here, just the reassuring hiss of the fryer and the sight of sausages lined up on the hotplate. For many, that no‑nonsense predictability is part of the charm.Takeaway Hub and Party Sausage Wagon
Banjo’s also functions as a busy takeaway hub. Orders are boxed up quickly, making it an easy option if you are staying nearby or want to bring food back to a hotel or park. The location on a main street makes it convenient for drivers and cyclists alike, and the extended opening hours mean you can rely on it throughout the day. One distinctive feature is the possibility to rent a traditional sausage wagon with staff for private events. This mobile hotdog stand can appear at receptions, workplace celebrations or late‑night parties, serving ribbensteg and hotdogs straight from the grill. It turns simple fast food into a festive centrepiece, and speaks to how deeply the grillbar tradition is woven into Danish social life.Practical Stop in Everyday Odense
In travel terms, Banjo’s is less a destination restaurant and more a dependable stop during a day in Odense. It suits travellers looking for something quick, filling and local in style without needing reservations or a dress code. With moderate prices and flexible hours, it works for lunch, an early dinner or a no‑frills evening meal. If you are curious about everyday Danish eating culture beyond the old town cafés and new‑Nordic kitchens, a plate of pølsemix or a ribbensteg sandwich at a place like Banjo’s offers a down‑to‑earth slice of the city’s food habits.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Odense St.
2.4 km
Central rail and bus hub of Funen, Odense Station links Denmark’s mainlines with the city’s historic heart, light rail and cultural sights in one integrated complex.
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
2.5 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Oceania
2.8 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
2.8 km
A delicate paper boat turned gleaming sculpture, Papirbåden floats on Odense’s Fairytale Garden lake, quietly celebrating H.C. Andersen’s “Steadfast Tin Soldier.”
visit
2.9 km
Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
3.6 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
4.6 km
Small in size but huge in symbolism, this Odense statue honours the local coach who led Denmark to its unforgettable Euro 1992 triumph.
TheDoorOdense
4.7 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
Odense Dyrskueplads
5.1 km
Experience the cultural heartbeat of Funen at Odense Dyrskueplads, a premier venue for festivals, fairs, and community events in Odense.
Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense
5.6 km
Discover Danish and international art at Bredgade Kunsthandel, an elegant gallery in central Copenhagen’s historic Frederiksstaden near top cultural landmarks.
The Funen Village
5.8 km
Experience Denmark's rural past at The Funen Village, an open-air museum in Odense featuring authentic 18th and 19th-century buildings and traditional crafts.
Det gamle vandtårn
6.6 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
Besættelsesmuseum Fyn... Besættelsesmuseum Fyn er kun åben den første søndag i måneden fra kl 11 til 15.
8.4 km
An immersive, architecturally acclaimed underground museum in Helsingør, bringing Denmark’s rich maritime history to life beside the legendary Kronborg Castle.
Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
10.1 km
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
The Glavendrup Stone
13.0 km
Denmark's longest runic inscription, carved with divine invocation and protective curse.
Unmissable attractions to see
Andelstrappen og Fortællegyngestolen
1.8 km
A compact urban nook in central Odense where a sculptural storytelling swing and stepped seating invite you to pause, daydream and weave your own city tales.
Thriges Kraftcentral
2.0 km
A fully operational 1916 power station where vintage diesel engines roar to life monthly, preserving a century of industrial innovation.
Hans Hulehånd af Thomas Dambo
2.0 km
Hunt for a hidden giant troll crafted from recycled dreams in Odense's enchanted forest.
Cultural-botanical Garden
2.0 km
A tranquil 10-hectare botanical sanctuary housing 13,000 plant species and Denmark's finest birch and fern collections.
Street Art - Odense Havn
2.1 km
Colossal black‑and‑white animals climb old grain silos at Odense Harbour, turning raw industrial concrete into a striking, free open‑air artwork by the water.
H. C. Andersen skulptur i havnen
2.3 km
A half-submerged Hans Christian Andersen rises from Odense Harbour, blending literary legend, protest art and waterfront atmosphere in one striking sculpture.
Carl Nielsen Museum
2.3 km
Compact yet richly layered museum in Odense’s musical quarter, tracing Carl Nielsen’s life, music and partnership with sculptor Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen.
Odense Havnebad
2.3 km
Ship-shaped, free-to-use and open year-round, Odense Havnebad brings outdoor swimming, sauna warmth and harbour views together in the heart of urban Odense.
Banegårdspladsen
2.3 km
A busy railway forecourt where commuters, cyclists and an eight‑metre Hans Christian Andersen–inspired sculpture share the same lively urban stage.
Møntergården
2.3 km
A pocket-sized historic quarter where cobbled courtyards, timbered houses and multimedia galleries bring the story of Odense and Funen vividly to life.
Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
2.3 km
Explore Denmark's railway heritage aboard historic locomotives and vintage carriages in an authentic 1954 depot.
Promenaden Treppe
2.4 km
A simple waterside staircase where Odense’s fjord path dips towards the water, inviting you to sit, slow down, and soak in big skies and quiet coastal scenery.
Andersen on the bench
2.4 km
Share a bronze bench with Hans Christian Andersen himself in the heart of Odense’s fairy-tale district, where the city’s stories slip quietly into everyday life.
Museum Odense
2.4 km
An intimate city museum in Odense’s old town, blending Viking stories, historic homes and hands-on family exhibits across courtyards and centuries.
Blackfriars Square
2.4 km
A modest cobbled square where traces of a 13th‑century monastery, a pioneering theatre and a bustling market weave Odense’s history into everyday city life.
Essential places to dine
Banjo's
0.0 km
Unpretentious Odense grillbar serving classic Danish smørrebrød, hotdogs, burgers and ribbensteg in a casual, everyday setting on Sandhusvej.
Restaurant Aro
1.6 km
Michelin-starred Nordic cuisine where flawless technique meets creative vision in intimate Odense.
Restaurant Sezer v/Askin
1.8 km
Cosy Odense neighborhood steakhouse and Italian-inspired eatery serving generous plates, grilled favorites and comfort classics in a warm, easygoing atmosphere.
Den Lille Kabys
2.1 km
Hearty Danish comfort food in a former harbour weighing station, serving generous weekday lunches steps from the water at Odense Havn.
Giraffen
2.4 km
Hearty Danish comfort food and a casual bar atmosphere right inside Odense’s main station, ideal for hungry travelers and locals on the go.
Grønttorvet
2.4 km
Centuries-old Danish inn on Odense’s Sortebrødre Torv, serving hearty traditional dishes with a generous dose of hygge in the city’s atmospheric old town.
Restaurant Nordatlanten ApS
2.4 km
Refined North Atlantic cuisine and harbour views meet under one roof at Odense’s Nordatlantisk Hus, where seasonal ingredients and Nordic design shape a memorable meal.
Restaurant Under Lindetræet
2.4 km
Intimate fine dining in a 1771 townhouse opposite Hans Christian Andersen’s home, where seasonal Danish cuisine meets softly lit Odense history.
Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov
2.5 km
Woodland restaurant by Odense Harbour, pairing classic Danish cuisine and seasonal menus with leafy views, bright banquet rooms and easy access to forest paths.
Den Gamle Kro A/S
2.5 km
Historic timbered inn in central Odense serving elevated Danish classics in candlelit rooms and a charming courtyard, ideal for both intimate meals and celebrations.
La Dolce Vita | Fashion Cafe
2.6 km
Cozy Italian restaurant and café in central Odense, serving classic pizzas, pastas and antipasti in warm, informal surroundings from evening until late.
Brasserie Bordeaux
2.6 km
A classic French brasserie in central Odense, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with thoughtful wines and cocktails in warm, candlelit surroundings.
Restaurant Oluf Bagers Gaard
2.6 km
Historic merchant's house serving refined Danish cuisine and social dining in the heart of Odense.
Ryan's of Odense
2.6 km
Atmospheric Irish pub in Odense’s lively city center, famed for its live music, warm hospitality, and classic selection of beers and comfort food.
Restaurant Ribelli
2.6 km
Inventive Italian fine dining with a Funen twist, served in an intimate, design-conscious dining room in the historic heart of Odense.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Red Cross Op Shop
1.5 km
Sustainable secondhand shopping supporting humanitarian aid in central Odense.
Butik Pulvis
1.6 km
A cosy Odense vintage shop where estate finds, Danish design and everyday curiosities are carefully curated into a calm, characterful treasure trove.
Den Lille Vandal
1.6 km
A cosy Odense shelf market where local families trade gently used children’s clothes, toys and gear, blending everyday practicality with a sustainable, community feel.
Hipstory | SHOWROOM ODENSE
1.6 km
Educational art celebrating history's most influential figures in contemporary design.
Klassisk Design
1.6 km
An intimate Odense showroom dedicated to restored Danish design classics, where mid‑century furniture by iconic architects finds a new life in contemporary homes.
Dorthe Riber - Trend of Wear
1.7 km
Owner-run Odense boutique offering Scandinavian-inspired everyday fashion, warm personal service and carefully chosen pieces on lively Skibhusvej.
Veda Womenswear Denmark
1.7 km
A cozy neighborhood womenswear boutique in Odense C, offering a curated rack of wearable Danish-style pieces in a calm, morning-only shopping atmosphere.
Baggårdsbutikken
1.9 km
Curated vintage and secondhand fashion in the heart of Odense's city center.
ButikZoom
1.9 km
Industrial-chic furniture and décor in a former Odense industrial setting, blending raw materials, moody lighting and Nordic restraint into a compact design showcase.
Asian Stitching & Applied Arts v / Hong Diem Phan
2.1 km
A small Odense atelier where Asian tailoring craft, careful alterations and garment repair give your favourite clothes a better fit and a longer life.
Look At This
2.1 km
A small, curated clothing store tucked inside a redbrick former textile factory, where Odense’s industrial past meets calm, contemporary Scandinavian style.
aneBane
2.2 km
A cosy women’s boutique and sewing studio in a quiet Odense street, blending curated Scandinavian style with personal, small-scale craftsmanship.
Living Nice / Café Kleist
2.4 km
Stylish hybrid café and design store in Odense’s Odeons Kvarter, where Scandinavian interiors meet French–Italian café indulgence in a relaxed, home-like setting.
Reden Op Shop
2.4 km
Small, stylish second-hand boutique in central Odense where quality women’s fashion, community spirit and social impact come together on one friendly shop floor.
Butik Nordatlanten i Odense
2.4 km
Small but beautifully curated harbour shop in Nordatlantisk Hus, showcasing design, crafts and delicacies from Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Vandpibe Cafe Odense - Casablanca lounge cafe
0.6 km
Cozy Odense shisha lounge blending Middle Eastern café culture with Danish hygge, soft music, and long, sociable evenings over fragrant hookah and drinks.
Ungarsk Vinstue
2.0 km
A warmly worn, dog-friendly brown bodega in central Odense, where cheap beer, local regulars and analog pub life keep a slice of old Denmark quietly alive.
Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense
2.4 km
A small, steadfast neighborhood beer bar in Odense C where inexpensive drinks, local regulars, and a laid-back dive-bar atmosphere tell their own quiet story.
Lørups Vinstue
2.4 km
Old‑school Odense pub with red‑checked tablecloths, cheap beers and sing‑along classics, where students, locals and night owls start – and often finish – a night out.
Rabalder Bar Odense
2.4 km
A small, homely Odense bar styled like grandma’s living room, serving easygoing drinks and sing‑along hits in the heart of the city’s weekend nightlife.
The Flower and the Bee
2.4 km
Experience Odense's vibrant nightlife at The Flower and the Bee, a premier weekend dance bar offering quality cocktails and dynamic music in a lively atmosphere.
Kick Off - Sportspub
2.4 km
Buzzing Odense sports pub with wall-to-wall screens, cold beer and classic bar games, perfect for catching the big match in relaxed, local surroundings.
Sir Club
2.5 km
Long‑running Odense beer bar with 27 taps, quiz nights and a relaxed, lived‑in atmosphere where specialty brews and come‑as‑you‑are evenings take the spotlight.
Den Lille Kro Odense
2.7 km
A classic Odense brown bar with history in its walls, cold beer on tap and a warmly worn, neighborhood atmosphere that feels instantly familiar.
Grand Bar & Lounge
2.8 km
Sophisticated cocktails and refined ambiance in a historic 1897 building at the heart of Odense.
June Bar
2.8 km
Intimate candlelit cocktails, shareable tapas and a warm, relaxed buzz right in the heart of Odense’s nightlife district.
Bootleggers Craft Beer Bar - Odense C
2.8 km
Urban craft beer sanctuary on Odense’s Gråbrødre Plads, pouring rotating specialty brews, free popcorn and laid-back good times from afternoon until late night.
Den Brølende And
2.9 km
Odense’s roaring dance basement where karaoke Thursdays, sing-along party hits and shared buckets of cocktails fuel carefree, late-night dancing on tables.
City Club
2.9 km
Odense's casual sports bar where pool, darts, and community spirit meet affordable drinks and good times.
Champagniet
3.0 km
Intimate champagne bar in Odense’s old town, pairing carefully curated bubbles with cosy hygge vibes and small plates made for slow, sparkling evenings.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Casual
- Fun-filled
- Lively
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Industrial Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Business Friendly