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    Åben, Restaurant in Copenhagen
    Restaurant
    White Guide 2026

    Åben

    Kødbyen (Meatpacking District), Copenhagen

    Restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark

    The Read

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Åben is the Copenhagen pick when a group wants brewery energy, seasonal sharing plates, and a casual room with real production character. It is better for beer-led dinners, birthdays, and team meals than for quiet fine dining, with a four-glass beer pairing listed at 245 DKK and White Guide Denmark Masters Level recognition in 2026.

    About Åben

    Åben in Copenhagen is best understood through the basics: it is a brewery tank bar with rotating pop-up kitchens, a casual dress code, and a $$ price level. That makes it a relaxed choice for visitors who want a brewery-bar setting with a changing food component.

    The rotating pop-up kitchen format is the key practical detail. Instead of choosing Åben for a fixed cuisine or a specific signature dish, choose it when the idea of a changing kitchen inside a brewery tank bar sounds appealing. For visitors comparing dining options in Copenhagen, the decision is less about ceremony and more about whether a casual setting with rotating food partners fits the night.

    Choose Åben when the group wants a casual brewery-tank-bar meal

    The strongest grounded reason to visit Åben is the combination of brewery tank bar and rotating pop-up kitchens. The format means the food offering can change, so diners should not rely on a specific dish, chef, or menu style unless they confirm the current pop-up directly with the venue.

    Treat it as a casual venue where the current kitchen and offering should be checked before making detailed plans.

    Åben is also recognized in White Guide Denmark Restaurants at Masters Level for 2026. That accolade supports taking the venue seriously, but the core appeal remains direct: a Copenhagen brewery tank bar with rotating pop-up kitchens and a relaxed dress code.

    The room is casual, with the current kitchen doing the detailed work

    The dress code is casual, so Åben does not call for formal clothing.

    If you want a casual brewery tank bar with a changing food component, Åben fits the brief.

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    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 3 PM–12 AM · Tuesday: 3 PM–12 AM
    Location
    Slagtehusgade 15, 1715 Copenhagen, Denmark
    Website
    aabenbryg.dk
    Phone
    +45 40686000

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Vibrant, industrial-style brewery bar with a modern minimalist aesthetic, combining the raw feel of tanks and production equipment with a relaxed, communal atmosphere for drinking and socializing.

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyIndustrialModern

    Best For

    Group DiningCasual HangoutAfter Work

    Experience

    StandaloneDesign Destination

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    Street Scene

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Seasonal
    Menu Format
    Small plates, A la carte
    Drinks Focus
    Beer
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    Slagtehusgade 15, 1715 Copenhagen, Denmark

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    3 PM–12 AM
    Tuesday
    3 PM–12 AM
    Wednesday
    3 PM–12 AM
    Thursday
    3 PM–1 AM
    Friday
    1 PM–2 AM
    Saturday
    1 PM–2 AM
    Sunday
    2–11 PM

    Location

    Slagtehusgade 15, 1715 Copenhagen, Denmark · Directions

    +45 40686000

    aabenbryg.dk

    Recognition and awards

    Explore Copenhagen

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I wear to Åben?

    Go casual. Åben is a Copenhagen brewery tank bar with rotating pop-up kitchens, so clean everyday clothes fit the dress code better than formal wear. The $$ price point and White Guide Denmark Restaurants – Masters Level recognition are part of the profile, but the dress code remains casual.

    What are alternatives to Åben in Copenhagen?

    If the group wants a similar feel, look for other brewery bars, tank bars, or casual dining rooms in Copenhagen. Åben is the reference point when you want a brewery tank bar with rotating pop-up kitchens; choose other Copenhagen dining if you need a fixed cuisine, a formal tasting menu, or a more traditional restaurant setting.

    Is Åben good for solo dining?

    It can work if you are comfortable with a casual brewery tank bar setting and a food offering shaped by rotating pop-up kitchens.

    Is Åben good for a special occasion?

    It depends on the occasion. Åben has White Guide Denmark Restaurants – Masters Level recognition and a casual brewery tank bar format, so it suits relaxed celebrations better than occasions that require a formal dress-up restaurant.