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Ho Kro

Historic West Jutland inn in tiny Ho, serving ambitious seasonal Danish cuisine and wine pairings in a cozy, coastal-village setting near Blåvand.

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Ho Kro is a cozy fine-dining inn in the tiny village of Ho near Blåvand, pairing West Jutland “kro” charm with accomplished seasonal cuisine. Housed in a historic roadside inn, it serves modern takes on Danish and Scandinavian classics, from fish and game to elegant desserts, often as multi-course menus with thoughtful wine pairings. With intimate dining rooms, warm hosts and a relaxed country setting close to the North Sea coast, it works as well for a long lunch as for a celebratory evening meal.

A brief summary to Ho Kro

  • Hovej 34, Blåvand, Ho, 6857, DK
  • +4575279044
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  • Duration: 1.5 to 3.5 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 4 out of 5

Local tips

  • Reserve well in advance for weekend dinners and peak holiday weeks around Blåvand, especially if you want the full multi-course menu with wine pairings.
  • Arrive a little early to settle in with an aperitif and look through the seasonal menu; the offerings change regularly, so take time to read the details.
  • If you are driving, allow extra time in poor weather; West Jutland roads can be dark and windy at night, and you will enjoy the meal more without rushing.
  • Mention any dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free, when booking; the kitchen is used to adapting menus but appreciates notice.
  • Consider making Ho Kro the centrepiece of a day around Ho Bay and Blåvand’s beaches: explore the coastal landscapes, then warm up over a long lunch or dinner.
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West Jutland inn with a gourmet heart

Ho Kro sits in the small village of Ho, a short distance inland from the windswept beaches and dunes of Blåvand, yet it feels a world away from the coast’s bustle. The building is a traditional Danish country inn, low and inviting, with whitewashed walls and a pitched roof that immediately signals “kro” heritage. Inside, the atmosphere is intimate rather than grand: low ceilings, soft lighting and close-set tables create a sense of being welcomed into someone’s home rather than into a formal restaurant. Despite the unpretentious setting, the kitchen has a clear gourmet ambition. Ho Kro works under the motto “Gourmet på vestjysk” – gourmet in the West Jutland way – and that ethos runs through both the menus and the presentation. Plates arrive carefully composed without feeling fussy, and there is a strong emphasis on treating good raw ingredients with respect.

Seasonal menus and modern Nordic flavors

The culinary rhythm at Ho Kro is guided by the seasons. A changing multi-course menu forms the backbone of the experience, typically offered in two, three or more courses, sometimes with the choice to extend to longer tastings. Fish from the North Sea, local game, root vegetables and apples often anchor the plates, supported by light sauces, purees and pickles that nod to the New Nordic style without abandoning comfort. Lunch might bring generous platters built around smoked fish or carefully prepared meats, echoing traditional Danish smørrebrød toppings but reimagined as composed plates. In the evening, expect refined starters featuring house-smoked salmon or delicately fried fish, followed by mains where rich sauces and potatoes appear alongside seasonal garnishes. Desserts tend to play with Nordic fruits, berries and classic flavors like apple, vanilla and cream.

Thoughtful drinks and relaxed sophistication

To match the food, Ho Kro offers curated wine pairings alongside an à la carte list. Menus frequently present set wine flights calibrated to each course, allowing you to move from crisp whites with fish to more generous reds with game, and perhaps a sweet wine or port with cheese or dessert. For those steering clear of alcohol, there is careful attention to non-alcoholic pairings as well, including juice menus and soft drinks served with the same care as the wines. The inn’s bar and drinks service add to the sense of occasion without tipping into formality. Coffee is treated seriously, making a measured finish to a long lunch or dinner, and local beers or simple cocktails are available if you prefer something more casual. The overall feeling is one of relaxed sophistication: you can dress up if you like, but this is still a village kro at heart.

Historic coziness in a coastal village

What sets Ho Kro apart is the blend of high-level cooking with a setting that remains firmly rooted in rural West Jutland. The dining rooms retain a historic, slightly rustic character, with simple wooden furniture and decorative touches that speak to the inn’s past. On grey, blustery days the interior feels especially snug, a place to linger over multiple courses while the weather does its thing outside. In finer weather, the surroundings of Ho add to the experience. The village is quiet and compact, with fields, woodland and the broad skies of the West Coast all within easy reach. After a leisurely meal you can stroll the nearby lanes or simply step outside to breathe in the salty air drifting in from Ho Bay and the Wadden Sea.

Welcoming for occasions and everyday treats

Ho Kro manages to serve many roles at once: a destination for special-occasion dinners, a refined but friendly lunch stop, and a classic Danish kro where locals and holidaymakers share the same tables. Families are accommodated with children’s dishes, and accessibility has been considered so that guests with mobility needs can dine with relative ease. The kitchen often marks the calendar with seasonal menus, such as game-focused evenings in autumn, while keeping space for simpler daytime meals when the village fills with coastal visitors. Whether you drop in during a stormy winter weekend or on a bright summer day, the constant is a sense of considered hospitality, shaped as much by the human warmth of a country inn as by its ambitious, regionally rooted cuisine.

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