Living Nice / Café Kleist
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.
Living Nice / Café Kleist is a hybrid design store and café in Odense’s modern Odeons Kvarter, pairing Scandinavian interiors with French–Italian café flavors. Shelves of carefully curated home décor, textiles and gifts frame a cozy seating area where you can linger over quality coffee, light dishes and pastries. It feels more like stepping into a stylish friend’s living room than a traditional shop, making it a relaxed spot to browse, sip and pick up a beautifully wrapped present in one visit.
A brief summary to Living Nice / Café Kleist
- Odeons Kvarter 6, Odense, Odense C, 5000, DK
- +4524245118
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit within weekday opening hours if you want a quieter atmosphere for working, reading or lingering over coffee among the design displays.
- Use your café stop to scout for gifts; many items are small, beautifully designed and easy to pack, making them ideal souvenirs from Odense.
- Ask staff about their French and Italian specialties, especially cheeses, if you are curious to try something beyond the standard café fare.
- Combine a visit with nearby cultural venues in Odeons Kvarter to break up a day of exhibitions and events with a comfortable, design-led pause.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Living Nice / Café Kleist 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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Design-first neighborhood living room
Living Nice / Café Kleist sits in Odense’s contemporary Odeons Kvarter, a new cultural district of clean lines and glass façades softened here by warm lighting, plants and tactile materials. Step inside and you are greeted not by rows of racks, but by a sequence of small, home-like scenes: a table set for brunch, a sofa layered with textiles, shelves surfaced in ceramics and candles. The space is compact yet feels airy, with big windows that pull in daylight and connect you visually to the city outside. The concept blends an interior boutique with a neighborhood café, so the boundary between shopping and lingering is deliberately blurred. You move naturally from a corner of cushions and throws to a counter displaying cakes and cheeses, then back to inspect a handmade bowl you noticed from your seat. It is the kind of place that encourages you to slow down, look closely and imagine how each object might live in your own home.Curated objects with a Nordic touch
On the retail side, Living Nice leans into a distinctly Scandinavian sense of calm: muted colors, honest materials and objects chosen more for feel than flash. Expect soft textiles, elegant glassware, minimalist candleholders and small furniture pieces that work in compact city apartments. Many items are from Danish and European makers, with an emphasis on craftsmanship and pieces you will want to use every day rather than store in a cabinet. Displays are thoughtfully composed rather than packed tight, which makes browsing pleasantly unhurried. A stack of linen napkins is paired with a stoneware jug; a reading lamp is shown with the kind of book and blanket you might actually curl up with. This practical styling offers ideas as much as products, helping you picture small tweaks that can shift the mood of your own living space without needing a full makeover.Café flavors from France and Italy
The café corner of Café Kleist adds an indulgent culinary layer to the design experience. Inspired by French and Italian food culture, the menu leans toward simple plates built around good ingredients: flavorful cheeses, charcuterie-style boards, fresh bread and pastries with a European accent. Coffee is taken seriously, and there is often a small selection of wines or sparkling options that suit an afternoon treat or an early evening pause. A particular point of pride is the focus on high-quality cheeses, including a much-talked-about Parmesan that reflects the owners’ affection for Italian flavors. Portions are sized for relaxed grazing rather than rushed refueling, inviting you to spend time with your plate, notice the textures and perhaps share a board between friends while discussing which cushions or candlesticks you like best.Moments of pause in a cultural hub
The location in Odeons Kvarter places Living Nice / Café Kleist within walking distance of cultural venues, event spaces and urban life, yet the interior feels like a retreat. Soft background music, the gentle clink of cups and the low murmur of conversations create a cocooned atmosphere where you can regroup between museum visits or after work. Seating ranges from small tables suitable for laptops and notebooks to more lounge-like spots that are better for conversation. Natural light shifts across the space during the day, catching on glassware and polished cutlery, changing the mood from crisp morning brightness to a warmer, more intimate glow later on. In colder months, the interior’s layered textiles and candles amplify a sense of hygge, while in summer the large windows and airy layout feel refreshingly open. It is as comfortable for a solo visit with a book as it is for a quiet catch-up with a friend.Thoughtful details and local character
Part of the charm here lies in details that you only notice once you settle in. The way a serving board is arranged, the shape of the water glasses, the scent of a candle burning near the counter: all reinforce the idea that good living is about small, intentional choices. Staff move easily between café service and design advice, happy to talk about where a particular ceramic line is produced or suggest a gift for a housewarming. Although it is not a large venue, the layered concept gives it surprising depth. You might arrive intending only to grab a coffee and end up leaving with a new throw for your sofa; or come searching for a present and find yourself staying for a slice of cake and a glass of something sparkling. For visitors to Odense, Living Nice / Café Kleist offers a concise snapshot of modern Danish urban life: stylish yet unpretentious, design-aware yet thoroughly comfortable.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Odense St.
0.2 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
0.2 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Oceania
0.4 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
visit
0.5 km
Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
0.5 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.”
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
1.7 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
2.5 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
3.1 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
Det gamle vandtårn
4.3 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense
4.9 km
Discover Danish and international art at Bredgade Kunsthandel, an elegant gallery in central Copenhagen’s historic Frederiksstaden near top cultural landmarks.
Sortehusene
6.7 km
Historic black houses preserving working-class resilience on Odense's waterfront.
Besættelsesmuseum Fyn... Besættelsesmuseum Fyn er kun åben den første søndag i måneden fra kl 11 til 15.
9.0 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
10.4 km
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
Rolfshøj
13.4 km
A quiet Neolithic long barrow in the fields near Ferritslev Fyn, where a simple stone chamber and grassy mound bring Funen’s prehistoric past close at hand.
The Glavendrup Stone
13.7 km
Denmark's longest runic inscription, carved with divine invocation and protective curse.
Unmissable attractions to see
Saint Hans Church
0.1 km
A medieval monastic church of red brick and quiet light, Saint Hans links Odense’s castle, sacred history and old-town charm in one compact, atmospheric stop.
H. C. Andersens House
0.2 km
An immersive museum in Odense where architecture, garden and multimedia exhibitions draw you deep into the imaginative world of Hans Christian Andersen.
Blackfriars Square
0.2 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.
Andersen on the bench
0.2 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.
Odense Castle
0.2 km
Step into Denmark’s Gothic heart at Odense Cathedral—site of St. Canute’s martyrdom, renowned Renaissance art, and centuries of royal and religious history.
VILLE VAU
0.2 km
A playful fairy-tale universe inside H.C. Andersen’s House, where children dress up, act out stories and create their own adventures in the heart of Odense.
Hans Christian Andersen Mural
0.2 km
A towering black‑and‑white portrait of Hans Christian Andersen on a quiet Odense gable, where fairytale heritage meets contemporary street art in the old town.
Banegårdspladsen
0.2 km
A busy railway forecourt where commuters, cyclists and an eight‑metre Hans Christian Andersen–inspired sculpture share the same lively urban stage.
Odense Comediehuus
0.2 km
On Sortebrødre Torv, the lost Odense Comediehuus lives on in stories of young H.C. Andersen, vanished footlights and a square that still hums with everyday drama.
King's Garden
0.3 km
Odense’s historic royal garden – a formal yet welcoming green gateway of lawns, sculptures and summer concerts beside the city’s castle.
Danaë
0.3 km
A serene bronze heroine from Greek myth, Gerhard Henning’s Danaë reclines quietly in Odense’s King’s Garden, bridging baroque greenery and modern city life.
Møntergården
0.3 km
A pocket-sized historic quarter where cobbled courtyards, timbered houses and multimedia galleries bring the story of Odense and Funen vividly to life.
Museum Odense
0.3 km
An intimate city museum in Odense’s old town, blending Viking stories, historic homes and hands-on family exhibits across courtyards and centuries.
Vægmaleri
0.4 km
Discover the tranquil beauty of Sneglehøjen in Odense, a serene natural retreat perfect for leisurely walks and family outings.
Kramboden i Odense
0.4 km
Gothic grandeur and royal history meet in the heart of Odense at St. Canute's Cathedral, a landmark of spiritual and architectural significance on Funen.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Under Lindetræet
0.1 km
Intimate fine dining in a 1771 townhouse opposite Hans Christian Andersen’s home, where seasonal Danish cuisine meets softly lit Odense history.
Brasserie Bordeaux
0.2 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
0.2 km
Historic merchant's house serving refined Danish cuisine and social dining in the heart of Odense.
La Dolce Vita | Fashion Cafe
0.2 km
Cozy Italian restaurant and café in central Odense, serving classic pizzas, pastas and antipasti in warm, informal surroundings from evening until late.
Restaurant Ribelli
0.2 km
Inventive Italian fine dining with a Funen twist, served in an intimate, design-conscious dining room in the historic heart of Odense.
Grønttorvet
0.3 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.
Giraffen
0.3 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.
Ryan's of Odense
0.3 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.
Den Gamle Kro A/S
0.3 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.
Restaurant Mam
0.3 km
Intimate French-inspired dining in central Odense, where seasonal Danish ingredients, local culinary heritage and thoughtful service come together over unhurried dinners.
Bar Tapas
0.4 km
Cosy Nordic-Spanish tapas in central Odense, serving a curated ten-course evening of shared plates, Spanish wines and sangria in a warm, candlelit setting.
Den Lille Smalle
0.4 km
Cozy Odense café beloved for exceptional smoothie bowls, quality coffee, and genuine Danish hygge.
Restaurant Bacchus
0.4 km
Authentic French fine dining in an intimate Odense setting, where classical technique meets refined hospitality.
UBN
0.4 km
Lively city-centre brasserie in historic Odense, serving seasonal comfort food and stone-oven pizzas alongside a serious cocktail bar with 300+ spirits.
A Hereford Beefstouw - Odense
0.4 km
For nearly 50 years Odense’s quintessential Danish steakhouse, now closed but still shaping the character and culinary memory of Vestergade 13.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Living Nice / Café Kleist
0.0 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.
Klods Hans
0.1 km
Characterful fairy-tale souvenir shop in Odense’s historic quarter, offering Andersen-themed gifts and Danish keepsakes in a cosy half-timbered setting.
House of Amber Odense
0.2 km
A warm, glowing boutique in central Odense where millions of years of Baltic amber meet clean Danish jewellery design and thoughtfully curated gifts.
Boutique India v/ shahzad ali
0.3 km
A colourful little Odense shop where Indian textiles, clothing and homewares bring the patterns, textures and warmth of the subcontinent to historic Overgade.
Reden Op Shop
0.3 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.
Aunt Green ApS
0.4 km
A long-loved, family-run yarn universe on Odense’s main pedestrian street, where colour, fibre and Scandinavian knitting traditions come together in one cosy shop.
Asian Stitching & Applied Arts v / Hong Diem Phan
0.4 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
0.4 km
A small, curated clothing store tucked inside a redbrick former textile factory, where Odense’s industrial past meets calm, contemporary Scandinavian style.
Rezet Sneaker Store Odense
0.4 km
Scandinavian-style sneaker boutique in central Odense, blending clean design, curated streetwear and sought-after footwear drops on lively Vestergade.
SEPHORA MAGASIN ODENSE
0.5 km
A sleek, centrally located beauty hub inside Magasin, where international makeup, skincare and fragrance meet Odense’s city-center shopping life.
Magasin Odense
0.5 km
Odense’s classic multi-level department store, blending Danish style, fashion, beauty, homewares and cosy café stops under one roof on lively Vestergade.
Baggårdsbutikken
0.5 km
Curated vintage and secondhand fashion in the heart of Odense's city center.
Friluftsland
0.5 km
Compact outdoor specialist shop in central Odense, offering quality gear, expert advice and hands-on testing for everything from city showers to Nordic trekking.
Faraos Cigarer
0.5 km
A vast 600 m² universe of comics, games, miniatures and cosplay, Faraos Cigarer Odense is the city’s colourful hub for Nordic geek culture and tabletop fun.
Hunkemöller Danmark A/S
0.5 km
Central Odense lingerie and swimwear boutique offering feminine designs, expert bra fitting help and relaxed browsing right on the city’s main shopping street.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Sir Club
0.1 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.
Lørups Vinstue
0.3 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.
Kick Off - Sportspub
0.3 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.
Rabalder Bar Odense
0.3 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
0.3 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.
Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense
0.4 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.
Grand Bar & Lounge
0.4 km
Sophisticated cocktails and refined ambiance in a historic 1897 building at the heart of Odense.
Ungarsk Vinstue
0.4 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.
June Bar
0.4 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
0.4 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.
The Boat House
0.6 km
A cozy, spirits-focused bar in central Odense, famed for its extensive whisky shelves, creative cocktails and laid-back themed evenings in soft, lounge-like surroundings.
Champagniet
0.6 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.
Den Brølende And
0.6 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
0.6 km
Odense's casual sports bar where pool, darts, and community spirit meet affordable drinks and good times.
Lalou Vinbar
0.6 km
Intimate Odense wine bar pairing timeless European recipes with a curated list of continental wines in a warm, candlelit setting on Klaregade.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Unique
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Minimalist Designs
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Art & Design
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
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
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
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly
