Ruby — Restaurant in Copenhagen Municipality

Ever heard of places where they put 'reserved' signs on the tables just to fake popularity? This place might just be such a place... It wasn't busy. And every seat and table was 'reserved'. Weird. So we sat way in the back. Dirty cushions there. Full of stains and long blond hairs from the Tuesday night before(?), because we went here on a Wednesday late aternoon... Staff (online 1 guy) was friendly. And when I asked him if he could do a creative variation on a classic theme -the Old Fashioned- he promised me to make it really very creative: French style, with chestnut liquor... Promising. We also ordered ALL 4 of the snacks on the menu; the nuts, the olives, the pickled peaches AND the salty crisps. Smart choises, because none of these need ANY preparation at all, so personnel can focus on the cocktails, to make those extra good. My wife explained the guy that she was even looking forward to these simple snacks because of the fact she did so much shopping on an empty stomach, she had developed an appetite. To begin with the latter; we didn't get 1 of the snacks. Not 1 olive. Although the waiter just had to open a couple of supermarket packs, he still totally forgot. And the cocktails were very mediocre. Nothing special or creative at all. Just okay. Hence the two stars review. But explain this to me: How does Ruby get all these 5 star reviews? Is it because Copenhagen isn't a city for cocktails? I don't know, maybe I'm spoiled by the high quality of cocktail bars in Amsterdam. Ruby disappoints big time. And when we left, all those empty, reserved seats were still...

Ruby is one of those places you almost miss if you don’t know it’s there—and that’s part of the charm. Hidden behind an unassuming door in a beautiful old townhouse near the canal, it feels more like walking into someone’s stylish living room than a cocktail bar.

The vibe is relaxed but refined. Low lighting, comfy sofas, and a mix of locals and travelers create an atmosphere that’s both cozy and a little bit luxurious. It’s not flashy or loud—it’s the kind of place where conversations flow as smoothly as the drinks.

Speaking of drinks, the cocktails here are next level. The menu changes with the seasons, and you can tell the bartenders put real thought into every detail. But what’s really great is how approachable the staff are. They’ll happily guide you through the menu or just ask what you like and whip something up that hits the spot.

It’s definitely on the pricier side, but it never feels overpriced. You’re paying for quality, atmosphere, and a genuinely good experience.

Bottom line: Ruby isn’t just a bar—it’s a place you want to stay a while. Perfect for a date, a quiet drink with friends, or just treating yourself to something special. If you’re in Copenhagen and into great cocktails, this is one of those spots that absolutely lives up...

We headed to Ruby at midnight on Friday night after getting off our flight and checking in for a wedding anniversary weekend in CPH. We waited for 5 minutes for a table and the man on the door made us feel very welcome, and like he was trying to get us inside. Once in, the atmosphere and decor was so calming (particularly for a Friday night). The music wasn't too loud, the lighting was perfect. Just a lovely environment.

We ordered cocktails and a meat and cheese plate. The cocktails here are the best we've ever had by some distance - creative but classy. The Jord & Blomst (mezcal, shiitake and lavender) in particular is out of this world and has changed how I think about flavours. I also had The Admiral which was delicious and just a perfect smokey, woody cocktail. The meat and cheese plate was small and basic but hit the spot for a midnight snack.

All the staff were so friendly, chilled out and attentive - we felt really well looked after and cared for while also having plenty of privacy.

I can't just cannot recommend this place enough and wish we could come back every Friday. Thanks for starting our weekend in Copenhagen in such...