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Apollo Bar
★ 4.0(1 review)Café
courtyardart-gallerycasual-elegant
About the Vibe
Tucked into the courtyard of Kunsthal Charlottenborg, Apollo Bar feels like Copenhagen’s best-kept secret—until you realize it’s been quietly serving some of the city’s most inventive small plates for years. Chef Frederik Bille Brahe (yes, the Atelier September guy) keeps things playful yet precise, with dishes like burrata with haricot vert and confit lemons that hit just right in summer. It’s equal parts art gallery hangout and serious food spot—perfect for a late lunch that turns into a drinks session under the umbrellas.
Known For
- •burrata with haricot vert and confit lemons
- •rye bread with butter and egg
- •summer courtyard seating
- •Frederik Bille Brahe's cooking
Best For
lunchsummer afternoonsart lovers
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 9, 2026
Courtyard gem with serious small plates
Apollo Bar is one of those places that sneaks up on you. Located in the charming courtyard of Kunsthal Charlottenborg, it’s the kind of spot where you can sit under umbrellas surrounded by art and fresh herbs while eating some of Copenhagen’s most thoughtful small plates. Chef Frederik Bille Brahe brings his signature precision to dishes that feel both familiar and unexpected—think rye bread with butter and egg alongside something like cantaloupe melon and cucumber salad that’s refreshing without being basic.
The atmosphere is effortlessly cool, especially in summer when the courtyard comes alive. You’ll find locals mixing with tourists, all drawn in by the combination of great food, beautiful surroundings, and that subtle sense of discovery. Service can be hit-or-miss (some reviewers have complained about it), but when it’s good, it’s great—you feel like you’ve stumbled onto something special.
It’s not a destination for a big night out, but for a relaxed lunch or early dinner where the focus is on quality ingredients and a pleasant setting, Apollo Bar delivers. Skip the rush hours if you can, and go when the courtyard is bathed in sunlight.