Geranium København

My girlfriend and I visited Geranium a few days ago and it was an unforgettable experience. This was our first three-star restaurant. We both work in government, so this was a real splurge for us. But the food and experience were worth every penny. The food was every bit as good as expected. Perfectly prepared, thoughtfully crafted recipes, that were both surprising and delicious. The wine pairings (I went with the Heart and Soul) amplified every dish and added another level to the experience. My girlfriend doesn’t drink, so she went with the fruit and vegetable pairing, which was similarly incredible. I’m not the first nor the last with this opinion. You can likely find hundreds of reviews with a similar opinion. But what really stood out was the people who work there. We were seated at the fireplace table which gives you a great overview of the restaurant. It was like watching the gears in an expensive watch, everyone was working in perfect sync. The people who work there come from all throughout the world but they shared a passion for food. The sommelier who served our wine was a French man who described each glass with extreme detail, going so far as describing the person who picked the grapes in the vineyard. The manager was from Italy and would talk with us about the wonderful city of Copenhagen. One of the chefs who served us had really intricate tattoos and we talked about a local tattoo shop (shout out Betty Zoo). But we wanted to take some time to especially note Min (I hope that’s how you spell her name). She was the person who initially served us at the restaurant. I imagine her story is similar to most at the restaurant (someone who came to geranium because a love of food). Before coming to Geranium, she worked cooking in restaurants in Singapore. But was brought here for her love of food. She had such a genuine warmth about her, that it felt like we were old friends or family when we first met. Her love of food and dining shone through, and I’m sure If she ever opens her own restaurant, it would be spectacular as well. I haven’t ever felt so welcome at a restaurant. The food was the headline here. But the service was just as impressive. We came in with high expectations and somehow those expectations were blown away.

What a special moment this was, the food was excellent and the service so attentive to us as well as very entertaining. The crew matched our energy and made the lunch even more special. Special thanks to Maxence and Anna would were both so knowledgeable and fun! Thank you!

An unparalleled experience. The service from the Andalusian woman was incredible. The presentation of the dishes is a work of art.

Amazing food and wine, super attentive service and an unforgettable dining experience.

The cuisine was of exceptional quality, classic, minimalist yet flavorful and comforting. The langoustine, white truffle soup, scallops, and horseradish emulsion were truly surprising in terms of taste. The desserts were delicate and perfectly executed. The service was impeccable, warm, and very professional. Thank you to Emma for the kitchen tour and explanations, and for the special attention she gave me for my birthday. I had a wonderful evening. However, the price is very high, as is typical in Copenhagen.

I was so happy to experience the world's best restaurant. The menu, consisting entirely of vegetables and seafood and excluding meat, offered a rich array of aromas and flavors. The impeccable service and the restaurant tour were excellent. The open kitchen allowed me to see all the staff at work; different staff members brought each dish and chatted with me. It was also a great experience to greet and shake hands with the chef in person. Personally, I ordered the caviar add-on for 1,000 DKK (approximately 200,000 KRW). While it was certainly delicious, I felt it was somewhat lacking considering the price and the menu composition. I felt it didn't stand out significantly, and since it overlapped somewhat with the subsequent dishes and served as bread, I don't think it was worth ordering. It was incredibly delicious without any flaws, and I believe it lives up to its reputation as the world's number one restaurant. However, when asked if it is a must-try at this price, I would say it is, or perhaps not. If you are accustomed to countless Michelin-starred high-end restaurants, the sophistication and refinement unique to this place might feel refreshing; however, I also don't think it offers a strong, impactful experience unlike anything found elsewhere. Personally, given the "fermentation" theme, I expected bolder, more intense, and challenging flavors that might be polarizing. Instead, the aesthetic felt like it added a delicate, subtle touch within the familiar taste profile, pursuing a flawless, precise perfection. I dined alone, which actually allowed me to sit right at the front of the kitchen. I actually preferred taking photos or videos without having to worry about other customers watching, as it felt completely natural and not awkward at all.

Perfection, nothing to add, everything is in place. Without a doubt, the best meal of my life.

I’d like to start with a few basic points: a) Geranium was named “Best Restaurant in the World” in 2022. Nonsense! That’s impossible to judge objectively, and in my experience, the Top 50 list says very little about the quality of the food. However, it is a wonderful marketing tool. This leads to b) the unbelievable price. The bill came to just under 900 EUR for one guest. As for drinks, there were only a few non-alcoholic glasses and an optional course for which the restaurant charges about 130 EUR on its own. c) After 2022, Geranium raised its prices significantly and has since reduced the number of courses from 19 to 14. Since this is my first visit, I can’t comment on how it used to be, but I would have preferred to try 19 bites rather than 14. d) Geranium is more of an experience than a dinner, and I’ve never had such a comprehensive experience—perhaps with the exception of Frantzén in Dubai. e) The non-alcoholic beverage pairing is sensational. World-class, hard to beat (thanks, Giulia). f) The service also sets the bar high. Every superlative is appropriate here. g) My table right in front of the open kitchen is fantastic. h) During my visit, 42 people were working in the kitchen and front of house to serve 35 guests. About the food (my subjective opinion! The rating reflects my expectations for a restaurant in this category and price range. +/0/– should be self-explanatory): For the sake of brevity, I’ll summarize the appetizers briefly. Oysters & razor clams: beautiful (0-) Bleak roe: brought a slight tear to my eye. Outstanding complexity (+). Egg yolk with cheese and tarragon: somewhat unsatisfying, tasty, but not exceptional (–). Today’s Green Harvest: Great flavors, but not necessarily my thing (0–). Oh, and by the way: the caviar course is also served as part of the appetizers—way too expensive, way too decadent, but a dream that melts in your mouth :) (0) The first savory course is a fantastic sea bass. The focus is on the outstanding quality, complemented by dill and caviar (0+). The next dish is surprisingly intense in flavor. Tandoori-grilled langoustines, glazed and served with a shellfish broth. Accompanied by a crunchy salad (0) “Demeter” brings a bread-and-butter course. A little flavor-explosion treat, very fine sourdough bread, whipped butter, and two delicate cheese sticks—fantastic (0+). The soup that follows looks completely unassuming, even though a lot of time is invested in its preparation right before my eyes. Several powders (mushrooms, potato), then the soup is poured in and finished with a generous portion of truffle that somehow dominates the flavor. (0-) The scallop is creatively plated and of superb quality and cut to resemble a hedgehog. It’s served lightly grilled (0). The beets, as the final savory course, aren’t for me. They’re prepared with technical precision and the texture is exceptional, but the dish doesn’t do anything for me flavor-wise (-) Before dessert, I am treated to a tour (thanks, Niels) of the wine cellar and the kitchens, packed with great information. After a small pre-dessert (-) and a highly interesting, rather sweet dish featuring sorbet, dried pear, and a delicate buttermilk sauce (0), the pastry chef stands before me. “If you don’t like chocolate, then we have a problem,” she says. I’m not the biggest fan of chocolate at this point in the menu, it is usually too heavy - but the “chocolate menu” she serves blows me away. The best mousse I can remember, and the chocolate pralines and popsicles are also fabulous. (0+) Then comes a small tart, and it’s over. At times, I wonder why they need 42 people here when other outstanding three-star restaurants manage with half that number. But it ensures a very seamless flow of the meal. And it is fun to watch In the end: is it worth the price? Not really. But I definitely wouldn’t want to miss this experience. It was an extraordinary evening.

This is a leading Danish restaurant that has maintained its three Michelin stars for many years. It's inexplicably located in a building that also houses a football stadium, but the food, presentation, and service are all impeccable. It's the ideal restaurant for a grand-style Nordic dining experience, perfect for special occasions. While the menu consisted only of vegetables and seafood (perhaps due to seasonality), the overall satisfaction level was extremely high.

I visited during lunchtime. I didn't drink much alcohol, but the service from the staff was wonderful. I also enjoyed the food, which was excellent and perfectly concised. The budget is roughly 100,000 yen per person. I wanted to drink more wine, but I stuck to non-alcoholic drinks that day. At the end, I was allowed to take a photo with the chefs, and all the guests there felt like family. It was hospitality that made me want to go again. P.S. I was also shown the back area, and you can see a soccer stadium from there, and it seems that the staff can watch concerts and soccer matches for free. Lol