Told & Snaps

Told & Snaps at Toldbodgade 2, near Nyhavn in central Copenhagen, is a small restaurant serving classic Danish lunch plates and house-infused snaps. Its position one block from the Nyhavn waterfront makes it a convenient first smørrebrød stop for visitors staying around the harbour, and it draws a mix of tourists and locals from the nearby offices and the Amalienborg area. The cuisine is traditional Danish: smørrebrød on rye bread, marinated herring and other pickled and cured fish, served in the Danish manner with butter, garnishes and sharp accompaniments. Signature items include the marinated herring selection, smørrebrød with pork belly and pickled red cabbage, and a flight of flavoured snaps. The snaps are the distinguishing feature, with infusions flavoured in house and offered as a tasting-style flight so diners can compare styles alongside the food. The beverage programme also includes Danish beer, and the pairing of herring with snaps is the classic route for first-time visitors. The dining room is compact and informal, with a cosy, convivial character; it can become noisy when full, and there is no dress code. Typical service covers lunch and dinner daily, though hours should be confirmed on the website. Booking is advised in summer and for dinner, by phone on +45 33 93 83 85 or through the website, because the room is small and the Nyhavn location keeps demand steady during the tourist season. Weekday lunch is easier to get into without a reservation. A meal usually costs about DKK 250-450 (about USD 39-70) per person, depending on the number of pieces ordered and whether the snaps flight is included. Dinner portions and the evening menu can differ from lunch, so visitors wanting only traditional smørrebrød are generally best placed at the lunch sitting.