Nordic, Cocktail-led$$$$frederiksbjergWed-Thu 17:30-00:00; Fri-Sat 17:30-02:00; Sun-Tue closed
St. Pauls Apothek in Frederiksbjerg operates in former pharmacy premises from 1899 with cocktail-paired tasting menus of three to five courses.
Signature: Cocktail-paired tasting menus
Order: The five-course menu with full cocktail pairing.
Tip: Open Wednesday to Saturday from 17:30. The old dispensary cases still line the walls. Book via stpaulsapothek.superbexperience.com.
Spanish, Tapas$$midtbyenWed-Fri 17:00-late; Sat 12:00-late; Sun-Tue closed
La Cana on Aboulevarden serves Spanish tapas and drinks on a canalside terrace that becomes one of the most animated spots in Aarhus on warm evenings.
Signature: Spanish tapas, Canas on the terrace
Order: The patatas bravas and the jamón croquetas; the house wines by the glass are well-selected.
Tip: Outdoor seating on the canal fills by 18:00 in summer. Walk-ins only at the bar for drinks and small plates.
International$$midtbyenMon-Fri 10:00-19:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00
The Salling Rooftop atop Aarhus's main department store has a glass skywalk and outdoor terrace with city views, serving snacks, drinks and street food.
Signature: Rooftop snacks, Cocktails with city views
Order: A cocktail at the outdoor bar at sunset.
Tip: Free to access the rooftop during store hours. The food stalls vary by season. Best visited on a clear summer evening.
Street food$midtbyenDaily 11:30-21:00
Aarhus Street Food in the former bus garages on Ny Banegaardsgade is a permanent 30-stall food hall open daily, with kitchens spanning Thai, Palestinian.
Signature: International street food from 30+ stalls
Order: A plate from Faour's Palestinian counter or the Nordic porridge stall.
Tip: Open daily 11:30-21:00. Lunch specials Monday to Thursday 11:30-15:00. Bars on-site open later on weekends.
International$gellerupTue-Sun 10:00-18:00; Mon closed
Bazar Vest in Brabrand is the largest bazaar in the Nordic countries at 18,000 square metres, with halal butchers, fresh produce, small restaurants serving.
Signature: Halal meat and kebab, Turkish and Middle Eastern street food
Order: A fresh kebab or falafel wrap from one of the in-market stalls.
Tip: Take bus 11 from the city centre. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00. Monday closed. The atmosphere is best on Saturday mornings.
Vegan$$midtbyenMon-Thu 11:00-21:00; Fri 11:00-21:30; Sat 10:30-21:00; Sun closed
Cafe Gaya on NJ Fjords Gade in Aarhus is an organic vegan and vegetarian cafe with a colourful room, homemade tapas, a salad buffet and fresh juices.
Signature: Vegan tapas, Organic buffet, Smoothies
Order: The organic vegan tapas plate; the kitchen caters for gluten-free and dairy-free diets throughout the menu.
Tip: Open Monday to Saturday. Friday evening concerts in the cafe. The homemade fruit juices are worth ordering alongside food.