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I wanted to try some traditional Danish fare while on my layover in Copenhagen and so I dropped by Restaurant Puk to try their famous smørrebrød - an open-faced sandwiches on rye bread. Based on a recommendation from my charming waiter, I chose to try the Herrings from the Danish Island Christiansø smørrebrød (88NOK) and was not disappointed. The long-term matured herring was thick and meaty and covered with a sweet and sour sauce. The fish itself was served cold and uncooked... sort of like a smoked salmon but with a stronger taste. The diced red onions and capers had a real bite to it but it was tempered by the thick sour cream. The smørrebrød was then topped with a sliced hard boiled egg and garnish with a sprig of delicious fresh dill. It all culminated in a perfect explosion of flavors with each bite. The only thing I didn't like was the hard chewiness of the rye bread. It was so hard that I really had to struggle to cut through the bread at the bottom. I guess that's how the sandwich (which is actually quite heavy) is able to stay together. Although the meal was a little on the pricy side (most food in Denmark is expensive), I would recommend it. The atmosphere sitting in the square watching the world go by is amazing. And the service was wonderful. Restaurant Puk is good place to people watch, relax, and have a good traditional Danish meal.
SelinaSelina
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The food was really nice, especially being the very first (late) meal we had in Copenhagen. We went with oysters, bisque as starters mussels w fries & fried sole as mains. They were all very nicely done, especially the potatoes and vegetables served on the side were extremely fresh and sweet! Even though the female server had been quite rude after we asked for a follow up with the starter (after nearly an hour of waiting since we ordered). She rudely responded by saying ‘Starters are cooking in the moment, and will be served when it is ready.” I didn’t want to further confront and didn’t engage further. The atmosphere was not the best given that our seating is semi-close to the bar and we kept hearing sharp glasses clashing sounds when plates and glasses were handled quite roughly in the bar area. But the dinner took a great turn when the assumed manager (?) or another staff who was serving the table behind us, quickly picked up on the fact that we have waited for a long time, apologises on the restaurants behalf unprompted and offered us free desserts on the house. The desserts, especially that lemon tart, were phenomenal. The prices were reasonable and definitely one of my favourite restaurant I have tasted while being in Copenhagen.
Sabrina CheungSabrina Cheung
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I came here because of all the great reviews, but I didn't have such an excellent time like everyone else. We came in around 12pm and it was completely empty...we weren't even sure it was open. I saw an employee on the computer at the far end and called out to her but she didn't respond. I thought that maybe she couldn't hear me, so I got closer, still no response. She was browsing on a clothing shop online. I was literally 3-feet away from her and she continued to ignore me. It's likely she was annoyed that we were interrupting her shopping time. FINALLY she turned around and responded to us and told us where we could sit. After that first encounter I was nervous that she'd be horrible to us, but she was polite enough afterwards. Anyway, the food was okay. I feel like I had better food in other places in Copenhagen. I got two different sandwiches (vegetarian potato one and a roasted pork one). My boyfriend got the burger type sandwich. It was a little overpriced. I don't know, after reading the reviews I was ready to be thrilled by this place, and it was just kind of whatever. Okay food, okay service, okay everything. I wouldn't come back if I were visiting again.
MerlyMerly
10
Went here tonight with my partner and really loved it!! The atmosphere was great and very cozy and true to its history. It is a tiny bit crammed with the tables and we were close to the counter that was between the kitchen and dining area and so it wasn’t amazing seating but honestly none of that mattered because the food is simply sublime and a 10/10!! The staff are nice and friendly and it was overall good service, but the food was the main star of this experience! I had the signature beef brisket dish which honestly was easily one of my top 5 best beef dishes I’ve eaten in this entire country and probably ever! Everything was succulent, flavourful and cooked to perfection. My partner had the roast pork and said it was really good but the sauce that they give is ridiculously good! I tried a bit and you just know they use all the amazing drippings from the meat into this sauce and it makes it absolutely delicious!!!! Atmosphere wise, it was underground from the main road and so it naturally felt cozy and welcoming. I’d highly recommend to anyone for some delicious danish dishes!
Kim B.Kim B.
00
Very special restaurant. We stumbled across this place after a frantic Google map search following an ordeal with booking a restaurant in the Tivoli Gardens without knowing you had to pay admission to get to the restaurant. We booked online and lucky enough to secure a table as there were walk-in guests coming in non-stop until closing. What amazed us most was the staff’s incredible polite and genuine attitude towards these walk-in guests. Have not seen this elsewhere to be honest. The food is more on the traditional side of things, which we wanted, and every dish was amazing. Fresh ingredients and perfect seasoning. They have a decent wine list as well with variety of price points which was helpful. Service was top notch and the ambience was amazing as well. If you’re in town definitely worth a visit and make sure to book! Please definitely order the cauliflower :)
Hajime TakedaHajime Takeda
10
Came as highly recommended. The experience was pleasant from the very beginning. We arrived 1 minute prior to the afternoon break in the kitchen. Our server said not to worry and she made sure not to rush us at all. She amde recommendations which were good and although they didn't have Mimosa on the menu, after explaining what it is, it was not an issue to bring it. We felt like valued guests during our entire time there. The food was delicious. I had the a hearing appetizer and a beef sandwich- see photo. The cuisine is very different from I am used to, however the itema on the menu- at ekaat what we tried- were creatively put together and did not have any overpowering/dominant taste. I will gladly come back again, next time I am in Copenhagen.
Dávid FüssyDávid Füssy
10
Nearby Attractions Of Restaurant Puk
The Round Tower
City Hall Square
Christiansborg Palace
The King's New Square
TorvehallerneKBH
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
National Museum of Denmark
National Museum of Denmark
Urban House Copenhagen by MEININGER
Botanical Garden

The Round Tower
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City Hall Square
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Christiansborg Palace
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The King's New Square
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Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen
Mama Rosa Copenhagen
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Taphouse
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Mama Rosa Copenhagen
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Paludan Bog & Café
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Sporvejen
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Basic Info
Address
Vandkunsten 8, 1467 København, Denmark
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+45 33 11 14 17
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Website
restaurantpuk.dk
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4.3
(1.3K reviews)$$
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Traditional homestyle Danish food served in a cozy 18th-century basement venue with ceiling beams.
attractions: The Round Tower, City Hall Square, Christiansborg Palace, The King's New Square, TorvehallerneKBH, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, National Museum of Denmark, National Museum of Denmark, Urban House Copenhagen by MEININGER, Botanical Garden, restaurants: Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen, Mama Rosa Copenhagen, Paludan Bog & Café, Sporvejen, Restaurant Karla, Taphouse, Høst, Restaurant Sole D’Italia - København, RizRaz, Restaurant Tight
