Raadhuus Kafeen
Operating next to the City Hall since 1924, this historic spot is a classic choice in Aarhus for traditional Danish open-faced sandwiches.
Located right next to Aarhus City Hall, this is one of the oldest restaurants in the city, operating since 1924. It preserves old-school Danish decor, and travel blogs frequently list it as a top choice for trying smørrebrød. The lunch menu offers a wide variety: three types of pickled herring, plaice fillet with shrimp, calf's liver, the "veterinarian's midnight snack" sandwich, and classic hot dishes like the "shooting star" fish plate. Typical sandwiches cost around DKK 110-160, while main courses are about DKK 240-260. Open year-round. Booking is recommended during peak lunch hours. Located about a 5-minute walk from the Central Station.
Opening hours
Mon-Sat 11:30-23:00 (kitchen closes at 21:30); Sun 12:00-21:00 (kitchen closes at 20:00)
Nearby sights
- Aarhus City Hall
- Salling Rooftop
- ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
- Church of Our Lady, Aarhus
- Aarhus Street Food
- Aarhus Cathedral
- Latin Quarter
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