Best Restaurants in Skagen
Discover Skagen, Denmark's northernmost town, where two seas meet, artists find inspiration, and nature's beauty is unparalleled.
Skagen: Denmark's Northern Gem
Skagen offers a delightful dining scene for visitors, with an emphasis on fresh seafood and traditional Danish cuisine. From charming seaside cafes serving up freshly caught fish to cozy restaurants showcasing local ingredients, there is something for every palate. Don't miss the opportunity to try the famous Skagen shrimp or enjoy a traditional smørrebrød while taking in the picturesque views of the harbor. With a mix of casual eateries and fine dining establishments, Skagen's dining scene is sure to leave a lasting impression on any traveler.
Top 10 restaurants in Skagen
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Skagen Bryghus A/S
Historic brewery and restaurant in a converted power plant, serving craft beer and coastal Scandinavian cuisine.
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Brøndums Hotel
Historic seaside hotel beside Skagens Museum, where the spirit of the Skagen Painters, classic Danish interiors and refined local cuisine come together in atmospheric style.
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Pakhuset
Historic harbor warehouse in Skagen transformed into a relaxed fish-focused restaurant with marina views, lively summer events and an upstairs fine-dining gem.
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Foldens Hotel
Traditional Skagen hospitality in a central, lively hotel and café that blend coastal character, simple comforts and classic Danish flavours just off the main street.
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Jakobs Café & Bar
Lively all‑day café, bar and seasonal nightclub in the heart of Skagen, blending terrace dining, comforting brasserie dishes and live music into one social hub.
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Dit smørrebrød - Skagen
Classic Danish smørrebrød and cosy “mormor” cooking in a harbour‑side dining room with red‑checked tablecloths at the heart of Skagen’s seaside life.
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Restaurant De 2 Have
Sea-facing Danish restaurant at Denmark’s northern tip, serving honest, locally rooted cuisine with sweeping views toward the meeting of Skagerrak and Kattegat.
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Jørgens Spisehus
Casual harbour-side café in Skagen serving hearty Danish classics and fresh local fish in a bright, unfussy setting right by the working fishing port.
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Wittco Fish and Shellfish
Harbourfront seafood buffet in Skagen’s historic red warehouses, serving home-made fish specialities and shellfish platters with close-up views of the marina.
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Bodilles Kro
Classic Danish inn-restaurant in Skagen serving hearty kro dishes, local fish and plant-based options in cozy interiors and a leafy summer courtyard garden.
More restaurants in Skagen
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Café Knuth's
Harbourfront café-restaurant in the heart of Skagen, serving generous Danish café dishes, great coffee and drinks in warm, freshly renovated indoor and courtyard spaces.
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Cafe & Restaurant Kokkenes
Cosy, centrally located café-restaurant in Skagen serving generous Danish seafood and brasserie classics, with set menus and a lively terrace in summer.
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Blink
Intimate modern Nordic restaurant nestled beside Skagen’s Det Grå Fyr lighthouse, serving seasonal local seafood, vegetables and natural wines in a coastal setting.
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Restaurant Firenze Pizzeria
Long‑running Italian favourite by Skagen’s harbour, serving generous pizzas, pastas and seafood in a cosy, casual setting just steps from the fishing boats.
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Hotel Inger
Cozy yellow country hotel and restaurant in Hulsig, offering homely Danish hospitality, generous breakfasts and easy access to Skagen’s dunes and beaches.
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Mcknudsens Rest.
Casual, family-friendly comfort food in the heart of Skagen, serving burgers, steaks and deep-pan pizza with a relaxed courtyard atmosphere.
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Highway 66
Hearty steaks, big burgers and Route 66 nostalgia in a casual, family-friendly American diner just steps from Skagen’s bustling harbourfront.
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Hyttefadet Gl. Skagen
Upscale Nordic dining where coastal tradition meets Danish hospitality in charming Gammel Skagen.
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Restaurant Asia Skagen
Laid-back Asian buffet and sushi spot in central Skagen, serving generous all-you-can-eat plates and easygoing meals from lunch through late evening.
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SkawGrillen Tinas grill
Classic Danish grill bar in seaside Skagen, serving hearty chicken, burgers and local fish favorites just a short stroll from the town’s beaches.
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Jollehuset
Relaxed open‑air seafood on Skagen’s working harbour, with simple fish dishes, salty sea air and front‑row views of boats and everyday life along Fiskehuskajen.
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Mammas Pizza & Restaurant
Casual pizzeria blending Italian, Turkish, and Mediterranean flavors in Skagen's heart.
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Juicy & Pizza
Authentic Neapolitan pizza meets fresh juice culture in Skagen's most inclusive and artisanal dining destination.
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Pizzeria Italia
Cosy Italian pizzeria in Skagen's heart, serving generous portions and authentic cuisine with warm, multilingual hospitality.
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Luna Ristorante Skagen
Authentic Italian pizzas and traditional recipes in a modern harbor-front setting, family-owned and warmly welcoming.
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Havnens Fiskehus Skagen v/Ann-Christina Westphal
Casual harbourside seafood in the midst of Skagen’s working fishing port, where simple plates, sea air and boat views capture everyday coastal life.
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Havfruen Fiskehus Xi v/Mads Westphal
Casual harborfront seafood in a historic Skagen warehouse, serving classic Danish fish dishes with relaxed self-service and outdoor tables by the quay.
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Ruths Brasserie
Classical French gastronomy meets Nordic seafood in Skagen's most refined brasserie.
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Viseværtshuset
Lively Skagen restaurant and music hangout at Foldens Hotel, serving hearty Danish comfort food by day and turning into a bustling live‑music bar by night.
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Genki Sushi & Bubble Tea
Relaxed Japanese bites and colourful bubble teas bring a modern, playful twist to Skagen’s classic seafood scene in this cosy mid-range sushi spot.
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Restaurant Skagen Strand
Casual modern European cooking inside a family-friendly resort, where dune landscapes, fresh sea air and easy comfort meet just south of Skagen.
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Museumscaféen Brøndums Havehus
Light-filled garden café in Skagens Museum’s grounds, serving Nordic light lunches, fresh coffee and home baking amid the historic art quarter of Skagen.
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Okê Restaurant
Intimate fine dining at the edge of Denmark, where Nordic coastal ingredients meet polished technique inside the historic seaside setting of Ruths Hotel.
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Skagen Rooftop
Expansive harbor views, contemporary dining and a sweeping rooftop terrace bring big‑city rooftop energy to the windswept northern tip of Denmark in Skagen.
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Havnegrillen Skagen, Pier 1
Casual harborfront grill on Skagen’s Pier 1 serving classic Danish fast food and fried fish with working‑harbor views and laid‑back, no‑frills charm.
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Lasses Pølsevogn
Classic Danish hot dogs and specialty sausages served from a traditional street stand on a bustling square in the heart of Skagen.
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Saxild
Organic, vegetable-led Danish lunch, sourdough baking and wine in the historic garden of Skagen’s artist quarter at Saxild’s Gaard.
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Pavarotti Pizzeria
Casual Italian-style pizzeria in the heart of Skagen, serving generous, freshly baked pizzas by an Italian chef in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
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Golden Cafe
Waterfront Nordic dining where fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients shine in a relaxed, welcoming harbor-side setting.
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Restaurant Holger
Seasonal Nordic cuisine, Danish design and a walk‑in wine cabinet come together in a calm, elegant restaurant framed by Skagen’s dunes and northern light.
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Restaurant @ Foldens
Cozy, central Skagen hotel restaurant serving classic Danish dishes and local fish in a relaxed, candlelit setting just steps from the town’s main streets.
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Skagen Hotel Brasserie & Restaurant
Seafood-focused hotel brasserie in central Skagen, serving harbour-fresh fish, Danish classics and comforting desserts in a relaxed, Nordic-style dining room.
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Fiskehuset Skagen ApS
Laid-back harborfront fish and chips in Skagen, serving fresh, local seafood in a simple setting right among the boats on Fiskehuskajen.
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Havnens Grill Og Takeaway
Casual harborfront grill in Skagen serving hearty Danish fast food and fish dishes to enjoy on the quay or take away as you explore the waterfront.
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Mammas Pizza Skagen
Straightforward neighborhood pizzeria in central Skagen, serving hearty takeaway-style pizzas, pastas and kebab plates for easy, budget-friendly evening meals.
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Casitalia ApS
Unfussy Italian comfort food just off Skagen’s harborfront, serving pizzas, pastas and easy crowd-pleasers from late morning to late evening every day.
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Simpelt Pop-up Brunch
Bright, harbourfront brunch with a Nordic pop-up vibe, serving simple, generous plates and good coffee just steps from Skagen’s busy marina.
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