Restaurant Kohalen is a nordic restaurant in Frederiksbjerg, Aarhus.
Editorially verified May 25, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Signature dishes: Stegt flæsk, Steak sandwich, Smørrebrød
Must order: Stegt flæsk with potatoes and parsley sauce; a proper Danish lunch institution.
Tip: Monday to Saturday 11:00-18:00, walk-ins only. The building dates to 1907 and the atmosphere reflects it.
Address: Jægergårdsgade 164A, 8000 Aarhus C
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.
Faour on Klostergade in the Latin Quarter serves authentic Palestinian take-away with falafel, hummus, fatoush salad, baba ganoush and homemade pita bread.
Signature: Falafel, Hummus, Mezze
Order: The falafel wrap with hummus and fatoush; the pita is made in-house and the whole thing costs under $90.
Tip: Open Monday to Saturday from 11:00. The queue moves fast. Also in the Nicolinehus market hall on Aarhus Ø.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
