Reffen is a waterfront street food market in Refshaleøen, Copenhagen, with stalls serving dishes from around the world. Browse the food options, pick up a drink and settle at a table or deckchair beside the harbour. Danish choices include Nordic-style hot dogs and crispy pork sandwiches; other tempting options include fish and chips and duck fat fries. The industrial setting, colourful art, fire pits and occasional live music add to the outing. Come with friends or family if your group wants different things to eat, and check that the seasonal market is open before setting out.
A market in the old harbour area
Reffen is a street food market on Refshaleøen, a former industrial area of Copenhagen. Food stalls and bars occupy repurposed shipping containers and wooden huts, giving the market a distinctly industrial setting. Its location beside the harbour makes outdoor dining part of the visit, with tables and deckchairs close to the water.
The market brings together independent food businesses serving cuisines from Denmark and elsewhere. The range is useful if your group cannot settle on one kind of meal: everyone can choose from different stalls, then meet at the shared seating areas. There are also drinks to go with the food, including beer.
What to eat and drink
For a taste of Danish street food, look for a Nordic-style hot dog or a crispy pork sandwich. The food choices also include fish and chips, duck fat fries and dishes from international kitchens. Pad Thai is among the options mentioned, but individual stalls and menus can change, so check what is being served when you arrive.
The market suits a snack stop as well as a meal with drinks. Take a look around before ordering if you want to try more than one dish. Reffen has several food and drink vendors, so your group does not need to choose the same cuisine.
The waterfront setting and getting there
Reffen’s outdoor seating lets you eat by the harbour, and deckchairs make it easy to linger with a drink. The site also has colourful art, fire pits for colder weather and live music at times. Its relaxed, social setup works well for groups, including families looking for varied food choices.
Refshaleøen is away from Copenhagen’s central waterfront. You can take a ferry to the area, which adds a harbour journey to the visit. Since Reffen operates seasonally, check its website before travelling, especially if you are planning a visit outside the warmer months.
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Is Reffen free to enter?
The market has free admission. Food and drinks are purchased from the stalls and bars.
How do you get to Reffen?
Reffen is in Refshaleøen. You can take a ferry to the area.
What food can you get at Reffen?
Stalls serve international dishes as well as Danish options such as Nordic-style hot dogs and crispy pork sandwiches. Fish and chips, duck fat fries and Pad Thai are also among the dishes mentioned.
Is Reffen open all year?
No. Reffen is seasonal, so check its website before you go.
