Café Victor

A place of pure culinary charm — elegant, warm, and beautifully atmospheric. Every dish was a burst of flavor, crafted with real attention and passion. And the service from Rosario elevated the experience even more. A memorable dining journey — thank you, I’ll gladly return. 🍽️✨

Café Victor was a major disappointment, especially given the prices and reputation. The food was subpar across the board. The ribeye had almost no flavor whatsoever, the mussels were just okay but inexplicably soaked in what tasted like Alfredo sauce, and the fries were burnt to a crisp, hard, bitter, and genuinely difficult to eat. Unfortunately, the service is what really drags this place down. It started off badly when the server dropped a bottle of water on the table and walked away without pouring it. He then returned to ask if we were ready to order before we had even seen a wine menu, which we had to request ourselves. We ordered wine and our food at the same time, and after the dishes arrived, the server completely disappeared. No check-ins, no asking how the food was, and no refills on the wine. We also had to ask for steak knives after the steak was delivered. After waiting with empty wine glasses for nearly half an hour, we tried to get the check which took nearly twenty minutes, and this felt absurd for a restaurant at this price point. What ultimately earns Café Victor a 2-star rating is the service alone. The atmosphere might generously deserve a 3, but ambiance doesn’t make up for inattentive service and disappointing food. Overall, this is definitely a place to avoid if you’re in Copenhagen especially for the cost. When I’m paying premium prices, I expect good food, attentive service, and a polished experience. Café Victor delivered none of the above.

Great service! I had a dessert and a nice refreshing flowery juice. Exceptional service, quite and beautiful place to have a drink and dine.

Café Victor is an icon of Copenhagen — a long-standing staple for a spring or summer lunch or dinner on the terrace. It does a remarkably good job of capturing a Parisian-style luxury bistro atmosphere, with a lively yet elegant energy that makes it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The setting is pleasant, though a bit dated in some areas and in need of a refresh. The terrace could benefit from more heating on cooler days, though the provided blankets and heaters are a nice touch. Tablecloths would also help elevate the presentation and ambiance. The food is generally very good — simple, fresh, and tasty. The bread could definitely be fresher, but overall dishes are well prepared, and desserts are especially enjoyable. The mains are about average compared to Parisian bistros, but slightly above average for Copenhagen. Staff are polite and generally responsive, though sometimes a bit distracted and dressed in a style that feels slightly old-fashioned. Still, they maintain a friendly, professional (if sometimes overly informal) attitude. The bathrooms could be cleaner and more modern, and the interior décor would benefit from some updating, but the overall charm remains undeniable. Located in one of the most luxurious parts of Copenhagen, just behind the d’Angleterre, Café Victor remains a personal favorite — reliable, lively, and enjoyable year after year. I’ve been coming here for many years and even went twice on my last trip — it’s my go-to spot in Copenhagen when I want a classic, comfortable dining experience.

Had one of the most phenomenal dining experiences for lunch yesterday at the well established and known restaurant, Cafe Victor. Would heavily recommend to anyone looking for a French bistro atmosphere in the heart of Copenhagen. With a twist on many delicious recipes and a wide range of food, this place certainly did not disappoint. Not only that, but the service was also incredible and I have nothing but good things to say about each individual working there! Will most definitely be coming back to try more on the menu, and perhaps, have another of their great Creme brûlée’s 🤭

After we had entered the restaurant, we were waiting for the waiters to be available to serve us. One of them asked how many of us before leaving us and we were left thinking that he went to set up a table for us. After waiting for some time, another waiter who handles the seating plan, served and seated a couple who had arrived some time after us to one of the empty tables in a row of 3 empty ones before informing us that there was no seat available. No matter how good your restaurant is supposedly is, such treatment simply is unpleasant and a turnoff.

Do not go there . I order the turbo fish and received eggs fish. See the pics this is my turbo ….Crazy expensive wine and the service crap. Good luck

Very popular spot in Copenhagen with many locals. Great cocktails and ample beer and wine selections. Good snacks. Tables and reservations are tough. Security guard outside is imposing, but staff is able to help accommodate folks even outside while waiting for tables or inside service. Fun DJ, and lights come on about 1:45 AM to prepare for 2 AM closure.

Café Victor is an institution in Copenhagen, it's been around for about 30 years. Don't even think about driving, as parking in the inner city absolutely sucks. However, the metro will take you almost right there (Kgs. nytorv). The decor is Parisian. And you will find they have actual linen cloths on the tables (nice). In the summer, you can sit by the large, open windows and watch life and people pass you by. Thursday through Saturday the place is crowded. The drinks are good. The service is okay, but expect to wait to get served.

We came here for late night drinks. The bar is trendy and serves cocktails and other beverages. We had a group of five and were seated at a nice table. The bartender delivered our drinks. Drinks were good but pricey. At the end of the evening, we paid our bill and began to leave, but was accosted by one of the wait staff saying that we had not paid for our second round. We had already paid and tipped. I showed him the receipt and that quieted him down. This was pretty annoying and ruined the experience. Next time their staff should communicate better. Ridiculous.

Dear Victor I love having you around. I truly do because it lets me know that some things never die. You have been here forever, and I do love you for that. You have stealth and because of that, you are an institution. But, Victor, why must you be such a snob? Why must you feel a strange need to let your prices hover, when what they pay for are nothing but exactly what you could get anywhere else? It only seems foolish to those of us who have had experience with your younger and less experienced, but also much cheaper (in a good way) colleagues. Your breakfast is good, Victor, but your servers are mostly aloof - except for that one English guy. Why is that a requirement, Victor? Is it par for the course when being an older gentleman such as yourself? Sincerely, A most devoted, yet distant, visitor.

I was here with 2 friends on a very busy Saturday evening. The staff was very welcoming and helped us get seated almost immediately. We ordered some drinks and dessert and the waiter was nice enough to recommend us things after our taste (after asking each of us what we like usually) We paid 520kr for 4 drinks (€70) which is a bit pricey but because of the drinks, location and service it is completely worth every penny. The dessert was also very delicious. This is a place I will be returning to, both for nice cocktails but also for lunch and/or dinners.

4.5 stars We stopped in to Cafe Victor for cocktails(ended up with wine) .Very ambient interior filled with great looking people .The bartender was charming and spoke at length to us.He was super nice and managed to secure a table for us -so we could sample some of the house fare. The food offerings are Danish with a French twist, we settled on a cheese plate complete with grapes, olives, walnuts, and flatbread - and we also had a potato and onion sandwich that we split ( very yummy) Dessert was a decently made Creme Brulee. We had already eaten dinner so we really chose simple from the solid menu which offered (Herring,Beef,Seafood,Duck,Poultry ,Foie gras,entrees) ( Oysters,Soups,Salads,Sandwiches,Eggs) And French Desserts, Chocolate,Cheeses. Nice wine choices from 10 countries ..(South Africa, Argentina, Portugal, New Zealand Spain, Italy, Austria, etc.) We enjoyed an Austrian red " Mephisto" . We had a lovely time ! Tak !s

Very fun place but definitely a reservation needed on a weekend Great drinks, fresh fish selection And very friendly staff Take a long look around and observe the fanciful decor Enjoy

A copycat French bistro, complete with nonchalant waiters and a crowd with a superiority complex, but minus the fantastic food! Jokes aside, it's a great locale, and as someone who has lived in Paris, they have the look down pat. The fries are delicious as well. However, unfriendly service and otherwise mediocre food (I had the tartare and my boyfriend had the Tournedos Rossini) means I won't be coming back here for dinner again. The location just off Strøget is ideal when you're out shopping, so I might try it for a light lunch or an afternoon coffee just for the ambiance and see if that changes my opinion. As it stands, I would have given it 2 stars if it wasn't for the look giving me a bad case of Paris nostalgia.

We stopped by Cafe Victor for lunch while on holiday in Copenhagen, at the recommendation of a Danish friend. We were specifically after the smørrebrød and they were tasty! I tried the roast beef and it was served warm over bread with carmelized onions, lots of pickles, a mayonnaise-type sauce and a rather extreme amount of horseradish. I was disappointed that the amount of bread seemed a bit too small for the dish and the pickles and horseradish were pretty overpowering so I had to pick them out. My friends both ordered the shrimp smørrebrød and enjoyed their dishes. The service was lovely and the outdoor seating area is quite nice, but I think the roast beef smørrebrød needs some ingredient adjustments.

Great food, great ambience, very stylish and good looking people. This is a great place for a business dinner or to meet new people. However, if you are in a hurry, you may want to go somewhere else. I would've given it a 5 stars, but the service still needs a little improvement. The veal liver was perfectly cook and the steak tartar absolutely delicious! You can find different types of people, but all of them seem to be fun and friendly. If you are there just drinks, feel free to get a table on your own or just join someone else. I went there twice within a 1 week business trip.

I have been searching high and low for good food in Copenhagen and have come up short over and over again. If Cafe Victor is the best of the best, I have totally given up and am just eating to survive. This place is overrated and overpriced. I left the restaurant still hungry and angry at how much money I wasted on my "meal." The wine was good, but almost $20 for 1 glass. The salmon and avocado mousse sandwich came basically on a cracker. It's not a sandwich. It's part of an hors d'oeuvres and it'll run you about $26. Insane. I got a cheeseburger upon exiting the restaurant. Now for the service. The bartender was excellent. Friendly and helpful. But the rest of them? Terrible. I'm so tired of dining in Copenhagen. It's a constant here... bad service everywhere you go and Cafe Victor is no exception. How does this place have any good reviews? I don't understand it.

A staple in CPH. Friendly staff. Dog friendly on the patio. Nice selection of wines. The menu is pretty simple but all excellent choices for dinner. The lamb and mussels I highly recommend. It's always a must when I visit CPH.

Delicious lunch and breakfast at this gorgeous cafe right in the heart of the shopping district in Copenhagen. Delicious eggs Benedict and incredibly fresh smoked salmon! Highly recommend the salmon eggs Benedict with caviar !

This was a delightful meal. My friend and I both had the asparagus soup and it was reminiscent of some asparagus soup we had (and still dream about) in Paris. I had oysters that were wonderful. The mignonette sauce was delicious and a perfect addition to the oysters. I had the turbot for my main dish and it was perfectly cooked, flaky, light, just wonderful! This was one of the best meals I've had in a while. And...oh my, there was some wonderfully flirty eye candy of male persuasion for waiters. That was just an added bonus.

Incredibly friendly staff, near perfect cappuccino. The omelettes were picture perfect, just took a while as the kitchen messed up but they discounted our meal without us asking. Location is perfect for a sidewalk meal

The food was nothing more than ok. The service was terrible, the waiters only came to our table to take our order and leave the food. They were not service minded at all and we had to put our plates on another table for them to even notice that we were done. We recieved recommendations to visit café Victor because it's apparently really good but we didnt got to see any of that goodness... if you have the possibility go to another restuarant!

This place is wonderful. A friend took me there for a business dinner and it was amazing. The food was good, the ambiance is nice and the staff was friendly. One of my favorite places in Copenhagen.

Lovely restaurant in the heart of Copenhagen. I ordered the Eggs Royal and it was a mix of eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and caviar. My fiancé had a dish with herring and he enjoyed it. I loved my dish and would try it again but it was very salty. If you're into a salty and hearty meal then this would be the way to go, especially for breakfast. Our waiter was also very attentive which was nice.

Typical French Bistro with a bit of Danish flair located in Copenhagen - food was very good and service was typical French as well ( a bit slow and not overly friendly )

I had a rather unpleasant experience this afternoon with one of your waiters. My best friend and I went there before I leave the country again to have a nice meal as before when I have visited. We sat down at a table which wasn't cleared out after the previous guests. On the paper table cloth is was written " reserved" but we figured it had to be meant for earlier guests since someone just left. The waiter was attending other guests and not approaching us. At some point my friend got eye contact with the waiter and she said hi - he didn't even bother to reply. At this point we had been waiting for 15 min. We waited 10 min more and I asked him when he again turned his back to us if we could have the menu. His answer was " no the table is reserved" I asked in the restaurant about their thoughts and basically they told me they don't care. I wonder if the owner cares? Is it too hard to tell potential guests that the table is reserved and suggest us to sit some where else in the restaurant? How about our tourist in town? Do they get the same kind of treatment? I talked to shop owners in the near by area and they were not surprised about the rude and arrogant treatment. I know for sure that I will NEVER visit this place again and I will not recommend the place to anyone unless they enjoy arrogant waiters.

We sat at a table for 2 by the bar. Unbelievable social scene. Terrific food and service. I had veal liver. Husband had moules frites. Very enjoyable evening. Good location across from D'Angleterre Hotel. Sorry that we don't have time to eat here again before we leave. Next time

Trendy, chic, modern, lively.