Vegan
Beer/Wine
European
Fusion

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.


96 Reviews

First Review by yamanlar

DesireeMohanOffner

Points +223

Vegan
01 May 2024

Worth the Green Michelin Stars

GREEN MICHELIN STAR & PLATE 2021, 2022, 2023. We had the BEST 9 course vegan meal in the world, literally in all of our travels. The service was impeccable. Antoine and the team worked together seamlessly.

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-01

Pros: Each course was a party in our mouths, Works of art, but with food. , Best presentation ever!

Cons: None!

JessicaSvensson

Points +173

Raw
16 Apr 2024

Great review from a non vegan

I brought a friend that is not vegan, who have tried out two top restaurants before like Geranium and Noma. And he thought Ark was a great experience in taste and peaceful simple environment. The staff was great too.
I loved it to, best food experience ever.

Pros: The quality of the ingredients(local, fresh,season, The mix of various flavors, Pleasant environment

Cons: If it bothers you thet you will leave a bit to ful, It would be nice with a dress code, By closing, it was like anyone cold come and hang

MonikaMortensen

Points +105

Vegan
01 Apr 2024

An experience but not very vegan friendly staff

I have eaten there three times and it is a culinary experience. Sadly, the staff made us feel like stupid vegans last time we were there🥺

Pros: The food, The place itself

villain

03 Apr 2024

MonikaMortensen

05 Apr 2024

We asked if the staff there were also vegan, and the answer was “ew, no way! They prefer us not to be vegan because then we can tell if the food is good or not, a normal vegan chef would serve boiled mushrooms, while here we’ve treated your mushrooms like a steak”

BrunoFehr

Points +196

Vegan
19 Jan 2024

Simply the best

This restaurant was probably the best vegan experience I have had in fine dining vegan restaurants.

Pros: Amazing food, Amazing wine experience, Amazing treatment

Cons: It’s missing a non-alcoholic experince

E7A

Points +108

Vegan
02 Jan 2024

Amazing experience

Delicious food. Great atmosphere. We can absolutely recommend the non-alcoholic pairing.

JohanMatton

Points +156

Vegan
01 Jan 2024

Absolutely Olympic! Wow!

What an experience. My fiancé and I had one of the best culinary experiences of our lives here. We are regular Michelins star fine dining goers and I think this restaurant has gone under the radar some how. What advanced dishes - the combination of atmosphere, service, food and the impeccable wine pairing deserves some further recognition. Magnificent! #Veganuary

Pros: Playing, Pairing, Service

KatharinaMinwegen

Points +34

Vegan
01 Jan 2024

Best fine dining in town

We had an absolutely incredible experience at ARK. We have done quiet a lot of fine dining, but this was one of the best experiences we ever had! Incredible food, amazing wine and non-alcoholic pairing, perfect service great atmosphere. You HAVE to go here ❤️

Pros: Service , Food, Wine pairing

EmdotAlice

Points +6230

Vegan
23 Dec 2023

Worth trying

I got the short menu, but wish I would have gotten the full tasting menu as I was still hungry after. I mentioned when I made reservations that I would not have dessert. I thought they would offer to substitute something savory but they did not. So I paid for dessert but didn’t get a final course. 😐 The dishes were good but I’ve had similar dishes in other restaurants in Berlin (like Oukan). I think their chawanmushi is actually better than Oukan because they add some chestnut and Brussels sprouts at the bottom for texture. (I struggle not to gag on soft pudding like textures.) my favorite dish was the Blue Oyster Mushroom but I also want to mention the onion tea and spread as being really unique. I’m glad this place exists. They’re very creative and I appreciate their zero waste policy. I’d love to see what they come up with I future seasons.

franihola

Points +70

Vegan
22 Nov 2023

Mind blowing

I have tried several of their menus (3 times) and I haven't been disappointed any of the times. It is really impressive what they do and how sustainable they are.
Hands down, one of my favourite restaurants ever.

Pros: Creativity, Sustainability

Cons: Pricey

luigurl7

Points +458

Vegan
20 Oct 2023

A Must Try New Restaurant in Copenhagen

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.

For 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

hojidong

Points +5811

Vegan
13 Oct 2023

Room for improvement

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.

Of 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

chris2401

Points +148

Vegan
08 Oct 2023

Top level vegan fine dining

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.

Pros: Innovative

Cons: Expensive

Dalih

Points +979

Vegan
28 Sep 2023

Worth every penny

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.

Pros: Both beautiful and tasty dishes, Sustainable concept, Seasonal

Cons: Be prepared to spend

MariusKamber

Points +73

Vegan
14 Aug 2023

Creative pricy Food

The Tasting menu was quite good. Some Dishes could use a little work.
Professional 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

NPK2023

Points +54

Vegan
12 Aug 2023

Absolutely amazing meal

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

Pros: Vegan options by default, Intense flavours of food and combinations, Relaxed atmosphere

Ric'keyPageot

Points +40

Vegan
05 Aug 2023

Best food experience I hadin awhile

Every thing was very delicious

Pros: Flavor, Service, Attention to detial in presentation

NancySmalley

Points +150

Vegan
02 Jul 2023

The best food experience I ever had.

The service was impeccable.
The 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.

Sasdowntown

Points +236

Vegan
29 May 2023

The best and most delicate flavours

A unique and timeless experience. Completly immersed in a world of tastes and surprises.

Pros: The creation, The surprising flavours, The all experience

Cons: Expensive, but the price really was worth it :)

Desh

11 Sep 2023

I just want to try this because you said it’s a unique and timeless experience!
Sounds awesome

theSabrini

Points +248

Vegan
24 May 2023

Incredible experience

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!

mariliapith

Points +67

Vegan
03 May 2023

THE experience

If I could give them 10 stars I would. Excellent food. I loved the chawanmushi and the BBQ blue oyster mushroom dishes.

Pros: Food, Drinks, Staff

Discerning

Points +408

Vegan
30 Apr 2023

Exceptional

This place has a Green Michelin star for a good reason. It is an experience.

Pros: Tasting menu only, Amazing wine, Perfect for very important event or indulgence

Cons: Tasting menu , Very expensive

CatsAreMyFavoriteFood

Points +17

Vegan
17 Apr 2023

Magical Mushrooms

First time experiencing vegan cuisine at such a high level.
Amazing 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.

mmoynihan6

Points +1685

Vegan
11 Apr 2023

Excellent

Excellent sustainable and fully vegan 9 course tasting menu

Pros: Tasting menu, Staff, Wine

AllanZen

Points +22

Vegan
09 Apr 2023

Dazzling Vegan Fine Dining where every course is a Showstopper

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.

Pros: Michiline Green Star for quality & sustainability, Excellent food and wine, Well informed servers

Cons: Très chère but worth it

Kiki11

Points +60

Vegan
17 Mar 2023

Beautiful experience delicious fine food

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.

JemmaLouiseWalsh

Points +125

Vegan
10 Mar 2023

Stunning food with great staff

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.
The 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

DanielJonker

Points +88

Vegan
09 Mar 2023

Best tasting menu we've had

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.

Updated from previous review on 2023-03-09

Pros: Fully vegan tasting menu, Good wine pairings, Friendly staff

Cons: Expensive




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