Mikkeller & Friends is the original Mikkeller bar in Nørrebro and arguably the most exciting of the bunch, with 40 constantly rotating taps of craft beer from Mikkeller's own brews and guest breweries worldwide. It's more spacious than the Vesterbro location, with plenty of seating and a laid-back vibe that draws both serious beer nerds and casual drinkers. You'll also find wine, cocktails, and alcohol-free options if beer isn't your thing.
40 ever-changing taps of world-class craft beer in a spacious, laid-back Nørrebro bar — the original Mikkeller and still the best.
Check the current tap list on their Instagram before you go — it changes constantly, so you can scope out what's pouring and plan your visit accordingly.
Copenhagen's craft beer mecca in Nørrebro
If you're into craft beer, Mikkeller & Friends in Nørrebro is the kind of place you could easily lose an evening. The original Mikkeller bar, it boasts 40 taps that are always changing — you'll find Mikkeller's own experimental brews alongside carefully curated guest beers from top international breweries. The staff genuinely know their stuff and are happy to guide you through the tap list, whether you're a seasoned beer geek or just starting to explore beyond lagers.
What sets this location apart from the smaller Mikkeller Bar in Vesterbro is the space — there's plenty of seating, so you're not constantly shoulder-to-shoulder. The vibe is laid-back and unpretentious, with a mix of locals and tourists who actually care about what they're drinking. Beyond beer, they also serve wine, cocktails, and alcohol-free options, so your non-beer-drinking friends won't feel left out. Prices are on the higher side for Copenhagen, but you're paying for quality and variety that's hard to match anywhere else in the city.