Hos Isidor Henius
Widely regarded as Aalborg's best traditional Danish open-faced sandwich spot, served on Royal Copenhagen porcelain with red-checked tablecloths, with an aquavit pairing suggested for every plate.
Located at Slotsgade 33 in the old town, this restaurant has been hard to get into since it opened in 2014, and local media call it the leader of Aalborg's craft open-faced sandwich scene. The name honors the founder of Aalborg Akvavit, and every sandwich on the menu comes with a recommended spirit or beer pairing. Signature options include butter-fried plaice with mayonnaise, hand-peeled shrimp and roe, and classics such as egg and hand-peeled shrimp, each piece costing about DKK 119–139. Dishes are served on Royal Copenhagen porcelain under red-checked tablecloths, giving it a traditional atmosphere. Lunch fills up fast, so booking ahead is recommended. It is a five-minute walk from the city center.
Opening hours
Sun–Wed 11:30–17:00; Thu–Sat 11:30–21:00
Nearby sights
- Utzon Center
- Aalborghus Castle
- Aalborg Waterfront
- Jens Bang's Stone House
- Budolfi Cathedral
- Jomfru Ane Gade
- Monastery of the Holy Ghost
- House of Music