Nestled in the heart of the city, this is the first Danish plant-based restaurant to earn a Green Michelin Star. As the flagship of The Ark Collection, Ark redefines the vegan narrative with a refreshing and positive approach. Experience a tasting menu inspired by seasonal and foraged ingredients. Innovative pairings feature botanical non-alcoholic beverages and natural wines carefully selected by the bar director and sommelier, as well as a Nordic-focused cocktail menu. Restaurant offers a light, organic and welcoming atmosphere, enriched by sustainable Danish design. Open Tue-Thu 17:30-23:00, Fri-Sat 17:00-00:00.
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Noerre Farimagsgade 63 (at Frederiksborggade), Copenhagen, Denmark, 1364
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87 Reviews
First Review by yamanlar
luigurl7
Points +336
A Must Try New Restaurant in Copenhagen - Edit
While planning things we can do on our trip to Copenhagen, we learned about Ark on YouTube. We were especially attracted by their philosophy on working towards a more sustainable dining experience. We immediately booked and compared to the other famous fine-dining restaurant in CPH, Ark is a lot more affordable and fully plant-based.
Read moreFor our dinner, we had a delectable degustation/omakase menu. My partner isn't vegan, but my oh my, he was blown away by how good the dishes were. Their makers truly celebrate the seasonal produce and mushrooms while giving non-vegans or previously non-vegans a familiar feel but much better taste. We didn't do the drinks pairing but we ordered a few drinks that were quite refreshing also.
We were served all the amazing food and drinks by friendly and knowledgeable staff in a lovely setting, with the light dimmed to perfection. Ark is definitely a must try for when you're on holiday in Copenhagen, or if you're lucky to be a local, this is something you would want to go back to again and again. I know we will definitely when we visit Copenhagen again.
Pros: Sustainability, they earned a Green Star Michelin, Food, Staff
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dongjidong
Points +5825
Room for improvement - Edit
Returning to Ark for the second time for their 9-course tasting menu, I couldn’t help but compare it to my first visit. Initially, a solid half of the courses were decent, with 4-5 dishes standing out. This time, however, the experience was significantly less memorable. A heavy reliance on sugars and unhealthy oils were dominating several dishes detracting from the culinary experience I was hoping for.
Read moreOf the nine, only two managed to resonate with me: ‘blue oyster mushroom’ and ‘lion's mane’. These dishes were the silver lining in an otherwise clouded experience.
As it stands I wouldn’t return.
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-17
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chris2401
Points +132
Top level vegan fine dining - Edit
The selection in ingredients is amazing here. The staff gathers as much ingredients as the can locally by foraging to create authentic flavors. Tried vegan caviar from fermented black garlic, small dishes with flowers and some great mushrooms from their own mushroom farm.
Read morePros: Innovative
Cons: Expensive
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Dalih
Points +926
Worth every penny - Edit
Expensive restaurant, with a green Michelin star. Totally worth it. Dishes were beautiful, fresh, of the season. Very tasty, we took the eight course tasting menu. We were full at the end, just perfect. Shared the wine option between the two of us. Just the right amount for two people not used to consuming large amounts of alcohol. Staff was very attentive.
Read morePros: Both beautiful and tasty dishes, Sustainable concept, Seasonal
Cons: Be prepared to spend
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MariusKamber
Points +73
Creative pricy Food - Edit
The Tasting menu was quite good. Some Dishes could use a little work.
Read moreProfessional friendly staff, good wine pairing.
Price of the tasting Menu is not disclosed until you get the check, which is comparable to a 2-3 michelin star restaurant. While the portions and dish quality was adequate, they did not have the consistency of experience expected in that price range.
a good experience for the plant based gourmet, but be prepared to pay.
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-14
Pros: creative, sustainably focused
Cons: Not every wine pairing was stellar, pricey, certain dishes overcomplicated
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NPK2023
Points +54
Absolutely amazing meal - Edit
Went for a tasting menu evening meal and the food was stunning. Already had the advantage of being a fully plant based menu, and the food is some of the best I've ever had. Whilst pricey, the food is worth the money. Staff were great, service was prompt and it was a truly unforgettable experience
Read morePros: Vegan options by default, Intense flavours of food and combinations, Relaxed atmosphere
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Ric'keyPageot
Points +40
Best food experience I hadin awhile - Edit
Every thing was very delicious
Read morePros: Flavor, Service, Attention to detial in presentation
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NancySmalley
Points +142
The best food experience I ever had. - Edit
The service was impeccable.
Read moreThe space was fresh and beautiful. The ambience was inviting and comfortable.
The gorgeous food is made with fresh plant based ingredients and artfully designed and well planned. Each course paired with non-alcohol or alcoholic beverages. This place is not only sustainable, but a place of new ideas for food for the future.
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Sasdowntown
Points +235
The best and most delicate flavours - Edit
A unique and timeless experience. Completly immersed in a world of tastes and surprises.
Read morePros: The creation, The surprising flavours, The all experience
Cons: Expensive, but the price really was worth it :)
Desh
I just want to try this because you said it’s a unique and timeless experience!
Read moreSounds awesome
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theSabrini
Points +248
Incredible experience - Edit
Such wonderful and inventive food. A true tasting experience. The staff was lovely too. It is incredibly expensive but well worth it if you’re looking for a major treat!
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mariliapith
Points +67
THE experience - Edit
If I could give them 10 stars I would. Excellent food. I loved the chawanmushi and the BBQ blue oyster mushroom dishes.
Read morePros: Food, Drinks, Staff
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Discerning
Points +357
Exceptional - Edit
This place has a Green Michelin star for a good reason. It is an experience.
Read morePros: Tasting menu only, Amazing wine, Perfect for very important event or indulgence
Cons: Tasting menu , Very expensive
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CatsAreMyFavoriteFood
Points +17
Magical Mushrooms - Edit
First time experiencing vegan cuisine at such a high level.
Read moreAmazing food: perhaps closer to art than simply a meal. The price also shows this.
Great wine-pairing and non-alcoholic pairing.
Their mushrooms are to die for.
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mmoynihan6
Points +1559
Excellent - Edit
Excellent sustainable and fully vegan 9 course tasting menu
Read morePros: Tasting menu, Staff, Wine
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AllanZen
Points +22
Dazzling Vegan Fine Dining where every course is a Showstopper - Edit
In our opinion, this is one of the best vegan fine dining restaurants in the world, and we have been to our share of worthy contenders. The nine course tasting menu with wine pairings may cost you a week's wages but it is well worth it. Locally sourced and foraged ingredients are served on artful plates with contrasting flavors and textures. Expect the unexpected (miso and truffle together in the perfect umami glaze for a grilled Blue Oyster Mushroom -- Turnip, White Radish, Apple, Macadamia salad, and on and on) and expect the meal to take at least two hours. The pacing is perfect but you will want to spend enough time with each course to fully explore the depth and complexity of the colors, shapes, and flavors, and oh yes, the wine paired with each course.
Read morePros: Michiline Green Star for quality & sustainability, Excellent food and wine, Well informed servers
Cons: Très chère but worth it
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Kiki11
Points +60
Beautiful experience delicious fine food - Edit
Love it. Staff was very friendly. Atmosphere was great. Best was food. It was my first time trying plant based fine dining and I wasn’t disappointed. Even my date was over the moon. The dishes served at our visit were mostly Japanese cuisine inspired. Loved the composition.
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JemmaLouiseWalsh
Points +121
Stunning food with great staff - Edit
One of the best tasting menus I’ve had with some really unique flavours. The staff were also really friendly and knowledgeable about each dish and you can tell they love working there.
Read moreThe wine choices worked great with each course too!
First course doesn’t come with a wine pairing which felt a little strange, but there is water or you can order a separate wine first which is what we’d do if coming again.
Pros: Beautiful food , Knowledgeable staff, Great atmosphere
Cons: First course doesn’t come with a drink
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DanielJonker
Points +88
Best tasting menu we've had - Edit
Was the best tasting menu we've tried so far (including some non vegan ones in the past). Everything looked and tasted great. The staff were all really friendly and knowledgeable about the food and the wine and the area.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-03-09
Pros: Fully vegan tasting menu, Good wine pairings, Friendly staff
Cons: Expensive
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isakl
Points +355
Unbelieveable - Edit
Ark is an unbelievable place, the chefs creativity is put of this world.
Read moreWe have been three times for different minus and every time is magical. We always get the wine package which pairs beautifully with the food.
The dishes are typically small bites that fine dining offers and it is always worth the price.
Dishes are thoroughly explained. food is as local sourced as possible, and staff+owner forages for some ingredients. Interior embraces the same theme with artists and creators from Denmark. Staff is excellent, friendly, knowledgable and charming.
Owners are lovely.
Pros: Vegan fine dining!!
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TaylorMason
Points +582
Totally worth it - Edit
I treated myself to Ark in November 2022 for my 40th birthday when I was in Copenhagen. Was it expensive? Yes. Was it worth it? Every single penny. The service was impeccable, each dish was better than the last, and I would absolutely spend the money again.
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TeaJenny
Points +332
Once in a lifetime - Edit
I had the best time visiting Ark. Each dish was a masterclass in creative cooking; exceptional flavours and layers in every dish.
Read moreThe dishes are small and I do wish some of them were more generous given the price.
Beautifully designed environment and a comfortable, cosy place to enjoy your meal.
The staff were wonderful and spoke through each of the dishes. Although, we were left waiting quite a bit for our final course.
Would go back again to see their summer menu.
Pros: Creative, tasty dishes, Lovely staff, Great atmosphere
Cons: Expensive, Slow service, Small plates
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JensHansen274
Points +34
Perfection! - Edit
Loved everything about this from the food to the waiters. It was perfect! Only thing is I think the drink pairing are quite expensive all though it still was very good. Had the non alcoholic pairing. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Only vegan , Explicit dishes, Superb service
Cons: Very expensive drink menu
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Rappman
Points +256
Just go here - Edit
Seriously. And bring your meat-loving friends - they won't regret it, and neither will you. One of our absolute favourite restaurants in Copenhagen. They are the Mushroom Whisperers. The menu is inspired, the staff has a complete service-focused mentality (in the best, relaxed way), and the drinks are unique and special. Just go here.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-05-15
Pros: Amazing, creative tasting menu, Great bar making creative drinks, Great attitude
Cons: Getting a little pricy but worth it
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PedroBeltrao
Points +2344
5* - Great vegan tasting menu experience - Edit
After trying Lupa in my first day after arriving to my short holiday in Copenhagen, I was very much looking forward to try Ark as well... and it did not disappoint! It's above all an experience of masterly crafted Vegan food that is sustainability and where very ingredient was though off. At times it can even become too conceptual and showing of techniques (that still taste amazing) rather than just having a very very good quality meal (like in Lupa). But there's no need to compare, both are amazing experiences and meals and provide different settings.
Read moreEverything was very close to perfection to be honest, the venue is nice and cozy without being pretentious, the service is super nice and even though it's not "casual" it also doesn't feel like it's formal and the food as said before, brings you through a journey, an experience, where you enjoy every little bit.
There's also nice options for beverages and the ones we tried were all quite nice.
It's obviously on the expensive side, but totally worth every penny if you ask me.
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Gracewood
Points +47
So good! - Edit
What a fantastic meal. I Will be coming back there for more!
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acmoralee
Points +68
Wonderful experience - Edit
Had the full experience. Delicious food, great staff, lovely concept restaurant
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MarjorieMachadoRico
Points +512
Rico pero poco consistente. Esperaba más - Edit
La experiencia general fue buena, el lugar bonito y con buena energía, el staff muy amble y dispuesto, la comida muy rica y con buena presencia. Como crítica constructiva, el menú me pareció poco consistente, varios platos son cremas y/o sopas, lo único consistente fue el plato con las setas ostra, pero considero que una sola seta es muy poco y el plato de paté con brioche es consistente pero es más tipo entrante, entonces no acabé de entender el hilo conductor de los platos en cuanto a texturas y consistencias. Me gustó pero esperaba más. Destaco el detalle del menú impreso para plantar, me parece una idea muy bonita.
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