The best bakeries in Copenhagen

Denmarkfood

14 Feb

Denmark is a country known for its delicious baked goods. From sweet cinnamon swirls to succulent savoury slices, it’s no secret that Copenhagen produces some of the best bakeries in the world.

The problem for visitors to the Danish capital is that you’ll be spoilt for choice. Every street corner boasts a bakery, with sugar-soaked goodies glistening in the windows like precious jewels.

That’s why I’ve done the hard work for you (you’re welcome), by visiting as many bakeries as I could lay my hands on, and deciding which were in my top twelve.

Of course, this is a list of my personal faves, yours may well be different. But I hope it goes some way in helping you find that cardamon bun or sourdough loaf you never knew that you so desperately craved, without needing to try every one on offer!

Andersen bakery fastelavnsboller — Andersen Bakery

Without doubt my favourite bakery in Copenhagen. It was founded by Japanese tourist Shunsuke Takaki, who fell in love with Danish pastries when he visited in 1959. Andersen bakery is a treasure trove of incredibly delicious delights and attracts the best pastry chefs from around the world.
There are often queues out of the door, so make sure you make it worth the wait and order plenty! I recommend the ‘Forest berry croissant’, their ‘tebirke’ and ‘fastelavnsboller’.
Open 6.30 AM to 7 PM every day.
More info: Andersen Bakery

Andersen & Maillard pastries — 2. Andersen & Maillard

It was a seriously tough choice not to make this place number one on my list. They not only boast exceptionally delicious, “modern interpretations” of classic Danish cakes, pastries and buns, but also great coffee.
Once I found out the pastry chef is Milton Abel, who learnt the trade at Noma and Amass, I understood the level of expertise and skill that goes into making Andersen & Maillard so fantastic. Unlike most Copenhagen bakeries, this also has a large cafe with tables and chairs situated beside the coffee roastery.
Open: 7am - 6pm weekdays, 8am - 6pm weekends
More info: Andersen & Maillard

3. Brød Bageri

Brød is my local bakery and it’s a real treat to stop off here to buy a delicious goodie or two. Situated on Enghave Plads in Vesterbro, Brød often has a line of excited pastry-enthusiasts queueing out of the door.
Try the dark chocolate pain au chocolat and get your hands on some of their golden ‘kardemommesnurrer’.
Open: 7am - 7pm every day
More info: Brød

4. Meyers Bageri

Opened by the Danish chef Claus Meyer, this chain of bakeries are popular weekend hangout spots, with plenty of space to sit back, drink great coffee and sample sweet baked delights.
I usually visit Meyers Deli, which also sells organic bread and freshly ground flour alongside its tempting treats.
Open: 7am - 8pm every day
More info: Meyers

5. Collective Bakery

At Collective Bakery the focus isn’t just on outstanding croissants and pastries, but on high quality sourdough bread.
It’s not a big location on Nørrebrogade, but there is space to sit outside and watch the hubbub of Nørrebro as you dine and drink amazing freshly-ground coffee.
Open: 7am - 6pm every day
More info: Collective Bakery

6. Leckerbaer

Located just off the Sortedams Sø lake in central Copenhagen, Leckerbaer prides itself in modern interpretations of Danish pastry classics as well as cookies, French choux and more.
Unlike others on this list, Leckerbaer offers delicate, sophistacated plates of ecquisite pastries. There is a nice seating area inside, providing the perfect pause when walking the lakes or exploring the middle of Copenhagen.
Open: 10:30 am–4:45 pm Tues-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat
More info: Leckerbaer

7. Conditori La Glace

This conditori isn’t so much a bakery, but as a Copenhagen institution it has to be on my list! Opened in 1870, the patisserie is a jewel of art nouveau design with wood pannelling, ornate glass and brass, with incredible window displays of cakes, pastries and patisseries.
Again, there are often queues, so make it worth the wait and order the bottomless coffee, along with some classic goodies from La Glace like the HC Hat, chocolate sponge cake and ‘The Harmonie’ (pistacio macarons, fresh raspberries and pistachio cream).
Open: 8.30am - 6pm weekdays, 9am-6pm Sat, 10am - 6pm Sun
More info: Conditori La Glace

8. Juno the Bakery

Juno was opened in 2017 by Emil Glaser, a former cook at Noma. They bring exquisite fresh cakes and pastries (I particularly recommend the cardemon buns and pistachio croissants) to a cosy cafe atmosphere.

As well as the conventional cafe approach, they bake fresh sourdough breads several times throughout the day, so you’ll be greeted by the fantastic aroma of delcious baking bread (Image credit: Google Maps).

Open: 7.30am - 6pm Wed-Sat, 8am - 3pm Sun
More info: Juno the Bakery