Epicurus
Nordic-French cooking paired with a thoughtful wine list and a downstairs jazz hall
Polished yet relaxed, with a golden‑hour glow that turns dinner into a long conversation. Service is warm and confident, the wine list thoughtful, and vegetarian options feel considered. Evenings book out; a reservation is smart.
Epicurus (Vendersgade, central Copenhagen) is a Nordic-French restaurant from chef Xavier Fays that doubles as a cocktail bar and live jazz hall, with separate bookings for the upstairs dining room and the downstairs jazz room. The kitchen leans on local producers and seasonal menus, offered à la carte or as a kitchen-led tasting menu, with a full wine program and crafted cocktails. Reviews highlight dishes like fried chicken with caviar and vanilla syrup, cabbage with scallops, mushroom tartare, and grilled pigeon; the room is described as high-ceilinged with wood panelling and 'refined luxury.' Reception is largely positive (Tripadvisor ~88% recommend) though a few diners found portions small for the price. Dinner service runs Wed–Sat from 5:30 PM with the kitchen closing at 9:30 PM and the venue staying open late on weekends. This corroborates the curator's read of a polished-but-relaxed evening spot with a strong wine list and considered vegetarian options.