Restaurant ET

A delightful restaurant with warm, inviting service and dishes crafted with fresh, good quality ingredients and artful presentation. However, both fish soup and monkfish medallion I ordered were way too salty to my taste, so the freshness and sweetness of the fresh fish was lost in the overwhelming saltiness, which also overpowered the other delicate flavors of the dish.

We went to Restaurant ET in Aarhus for what was supposed to be a business lunch, and ended up sitting there for almost 7 hours. That alone says something about the experience. We started with oysters, which were spot on. Served simply with lemon, a small crouton and sauce – really delicious. Then I had the beef tartare. It was good, nicely spiced and tasty, but very different from the classic style. Tartare is always interpreted differently: sometimes chunky, sometimes mousse-like, sometimes more like a salad. This one was very much like a tuna salad in texture. I liked it, but I personally prefer the more traditional version. Presentation also wasn’t as nice as I’d expect from a Bib Gourmand place. And the portion of fries that came with it was strange – literally 6 or 7 fries on the plate – though the bearnaise served on the side was excellent. Dessert was also really good, beautifully made and very tasty. After the meal we stayed for cocktails, and they were absolutely amazing. The drinks kept flowing, and the owner even came around with chartreuse which was a really nice touch. What really makes this place stand out though is the atmosphere and service. The restaurant is tucked into a little courtyard in the center of Aarhus, which is a beautiful setting. The staff were warm, professional and genuinely welcoming – not just during the meal, but for the entire afternoon and evening we sat there. Even though it’s a fine dining place, the vibe was relaxed and low-key, which made it feel comfortable. All in all, a fantastic experience. Great food, top-class cocktails, beautiful location and some of the best service I’ve had in Aarhus.

I’m not the biggest food or wine expert, but ET makes me want to be one. Every single visit (and there have been a few) has given me at least one culinary epiphany. One time it was an onion soup, another time it was a white wine I loved so much I bought a bottle for myself (I’ve never ever bought a non-supermarket wine up to that time) and most recently an Asian inspired tuna tartar. While each of these were absolutely amazing, the service - across the board - is absolutely flawless. Go for the seasonal menu, let them pick a wine and take all the time you have to fully embrace this experience. Oh yeah, I want their dining chairs too. TLDR: Of all the restaurants I’ve tried in Denmark, ET has consistently been the best overall dining experience - both for lunch and dinner.

Had a fantastic experience at Restaurant ET ! The service was knowledgeable and attentive while remaining discreet, making for a perfect dining experience. The food was excellent, with generous portions, and their wine list is truly impressive. Prices are also very fair for the quality you are getting. The only small detail I’d like to see improved is to replace the paper tablecloths with fabric ones, they feel a bit out of place in such an elegant setting. They truly deserve a Michelin star—not just a recommendation!

Outstanding Michelin mentioned restaurant. Had oysters, tartar, cheese. Great grenache with the cheese selection.

I visited Restaurant ET almost exactly one year after my first visit. And again; they did not disappoint with tasty, powerful and big portions. The service was professional, knowledgeable but still laid back and humorous. We had many courses, snacks, champagne (a very nice and yeasty Xavier Leconte), white wine, red wine, cognac and were very happy with everything. This place is an institution in Aarhus and it is not hard to understand why 👏🏻

Came here with a school group of around 20 people and the staff was very attentive and accommodating. As we had not eaten all day, we went through bread basket after bread basket. It was probably one of the best meals I’ve had in my life. As a vegetarian, I wasn’t expecting much but was pleasantly surprised by how filling and good the set menu was for me. The first course was Falfalel and the second course was poached eggs over gnocchi and vegetables. The dessert was this delicious ice cream and cake combination.

Excellent place in Aarhus!.. Service and staff was top-notch!... All aspects of the food was great 😊... Asked for a switch of vegetables instead of meat for the main course. It tasted even better than the original 😊... We will definitely be back again soon