Madbaren no 13
central Frederikshavn, Frederikshavn
Restaurant in Frederikshavn, Denmark
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Madbaren no 13 is a practical Frederikshavn pick for an easy central dinner rather than a destination splurge. With no listed awards, chef, price tier, or signature dishes, it works better as a flexible local rotation choice than as the anchor for a highly planned meal.
About Madbaren no 13
Madbaren no 13 is a Frederikshavn venue with a casual dress code and a limited weekly schedule: closed Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday to Friday from 3–10 PM, and open Saturday from 12–10 PM. Beyond those basics, specific details about cuisine, pricing, menu format, chef, service style, and awards are not available, so it is best approached as a practical option rather than a destination defined by a culinary hook.
This information provides the planning frame. The venue is casual, and its opening hours make it most relevant from mid-afternoon into the evening on weekdays, with a longer Saturday window.
Use it for an easy meal, not a researched splurge
Madbaren no 13 is a casual Frederikshavn option with regular Tuesday-to-Saturday opening hours. Without an award signal, named chef, price tier, cuisine, or signature dishes attached, the smart move is to choose it for convenience rather than prestige. If the priority is a clearly defined alternative, compare it against Restaurant Frida, KYSTFOLK, or Fiskebaren Café og Spisehus before committing. If the priority is simply an easy Frederikshavn plan without a long research cycle, this remains a sensible candidate.
Do not build the choice around unsubstantiated claims. If a particular service, dish, price point, or booking arrangement is essential, confirm it directly first, or compare other options, including Bai Sheng, alongside other Frederikshavn dining choices. The practical distinction is simple: choose Madbaren no 13 when its casual dress code and opening hours fit the plan, not because of a service or menu claim that cannot be confirmed.
Regulars should use it as a rotation choice
If this is a repeat visit, the useful question is whether the evening needs certainty or discovery. For certainty, keep the plan simple around its hours and casual dress code. For a broader comparison, scan the full Frederikshavn restaurants guide and compare Madbaren no 13 with other options such as Restaurant Frida, KYSTFOLK, Fiskebaren Café og Spisehus, Restaurant California, and Bai Sheng.
Planning details
- Location
- Havnegade 7A, 9900 Frederikshavn, Denmark
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- madbarenno13.dk
- Phone
- +4553819463
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Madbaren no 13 sits squarely in a working harbour, and the setting defines its personality. The restaurant reads as cozy and intimate on a human scale, but the backdrop is unmistakably industrial: cranes, ferry terminals and naval infrastructure shape the outlook and the mood. Salt air and the seasonal rhythms of the Kattegat come through in the experience: winter evenings fall early and the quay empties, while summer nights hum with ferry traffic and footfall. The result is a venue that feels both local and transit-oriented, quietly rooted in port life rather than tourist spectacle.
Best For
This harbour-side address suits casual hangouts, easy date nights and convivial group dinners, especially when the quay is active in summer. Evenings in the warmer months feel livelier and more international; off-season visits are calmer and more local in character. Travelers arriving or departing on Stena Line or Color Line routes will find the spot convenient, and the restaurant’s scale makes it a solid choice for relaxed social meals rather than formal banquets.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s straightforward, harbour-friendly offerings. The Fish n Chips channels the maritime setting and is a natural choice for first-timers; the Dry Aged Angus Cheese Burger offers a familiar, satisfying option for comfort-focused diners; and the Tapas Bræt is ideal for sharing with a group and sampling a range of flavors. Given the variable seasonal crowd, consider earlier dinner times in shoulder months for a quieter experience, and expect a livelier atmosphere in high summer when ferry traffic keeps the quay active.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and stylish with candlelight, warm hospitality, and a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Small plates, A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Craft beer, Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Fish n Chips
- Dry Aged Angus Cheese Burger
- Tapas Bræt
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Havnegade 7A, 9900 Frederikshavn, Denmark
Planning details
Location
Havnegade 7A, 9900 Frederikshavn, Denmark · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Restaurant Frida, Notable alternative
- KYSTFOLK, Notable alternative
- Restaurant California, Notable alternative
- Bai Sheng, Notable alternative
- Fiskebaren Café og Spisehus, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Frederikshavn
Madbaren no 13 is the practical middle-ground choice when ease matters more than a clearly signposted dining identity. If the meal needs a stronger sense of occasion, compare it first with Restaurant Frida or KYSTFOLK; both are better cross-shops for diners who want the venue itself to carry more of the evening.
For a harbour-leaning meal, Fiskebaren Café og Spisehus is the more obvious comparison if seafood and location mood are the priority. Madbaren no 13 makes more sense when the brief is a relaxed dinner in Frederikshavn without building the night around a specific cuisine claim or a hard-to-get table.
If value and convenience are the deciding factors, also check Restaurant California and Bai Sheng. They are sensible fallbacks when the group wants something casual, easier to align around, or more clearly suited to an uncomplicated meal.
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Compare Madbaren no 13
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Madbaren no 13 | Frederikshavn | No published awards |
| Restaurant Frida | Frederikshavn | No published awards |
| KYSTFOLK | Frederikshavn | No published awards |
| Restaurant California | Frederikshavn | No published awards |
| Bai Sheng | Frederikshavn | No published awards |
| Fiskebaren Café og Spisehus | Frederikshavn | No published awards |
How Madbaren no 13 Frederikshavn compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madbaren no 13 good for a special occasion?
It is best treated as a casual Frederikshavn option. Awards, chef details, menu format, or price tier are not available, so do not build a high-stakes occasion around unconfirmed specifics.
What should I wear to Madbaren no 13?
The dress code is casual. Keep it relaxed and tidy rather than formal.
What are alternatives to Madbaren no 13?
If the goal is a different option, Restaurant Frida and Fiskebaren Café og Spisehus are natural names to compare against. KYSTFOLK, Restaurant California, and Bai Sheng are also worth checking if Madbaren no 13 does not fit the timing or mood you need.
Is Madbaren no 13 good for solo dining?
Seating layout or service format is not available, so solo-dining suitability should not be assumed from the available facts alone. The dress code is casual and the venue is open Tuesday to Friday from 3–10 PM and Saturday from 12–10 PM.
Is lunch or dinner better at Madbaren no 13?
The hours are Tuesday to Friday from 3–10 PM and Saturday from 12–10 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed. A specific lunch service or lunch menu is not available, so plan around the published opening window rather than assuming a separate lunch offering.
