Copenhagen's new open-faced sandwich queen Iben Herrik from Ibens Smørrebrød on Store Kongensgade recalls the danish legendary icon "The Irma Girl"

Denmark’s smallest smørrebrød restaurant

Right in the heart of the King’s Copenhagen, across from Nyboder, you’ll find a very special lunch restaurant. Iben prepares high-quality open-faced sandwiches – in danish smørrebrød – with plenty of love.

A delicious oasis

Stop by for a tasty lunch with us, or take our delicious smørrebrød with you to the office, the park, or enjoy them at home.

Smørrebrød virgin Iben Herrik from Ibens Smørrebrød loses a plate with three pieces of highly plated food
Guests are served outdoors in front of Ibens Smørrebrød, a restaurant on Store Kongensgade in Copenhagen K.

The easiest and coziest lunch spot

Right across from the picturesque Nyboder, you’ll find Ibens Smørrebrød. When you visit us, you’ll experience a truly special atmosphere: a small, cozy restaurant that exudes quality, soul, great flavors, and good company. We look forward to welcoming you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer takeaway?

Yes! You can order online for delivery or pickup at your desired time – we will then prepare your order.

How much can you eat?

We recommend 2-3 pieces per person, depending on how hungry you are.

What is the most popular?

Our most popular item is Egg & Prawns. It is one of The Three Classics – our most traditional Danish open sandwiches, which is always on the menu.

Where can I read reviews?

Take a look at our guestbook – here you will find the latest reviews. With more than 300 guest reviews and an average rating of 4.9 stars, Ibens Smørrebrød is Copenhagen’s best-reviewed smørrebrød restaurant.

Do I need to book a table?

It is often possible to get a table without a reservation on weekdays. Since Ibens Smørrebrød is Denmark’s smallest of its kind, and if you want to be sure of getting a seat, we recommend that you book a table – especially on the busy days, which are Friday to Sunday. If you are more than 4 people, we ask that you call or write to us – and we will try to find a seat for you.

Allergies or special needs?

We try to take into account the needs of our guests. For your safety and comfort, we have labeled each sandwich with gluten, lactose, shellfish and vegetarian on the menu. Please ask the staff if you have any further questions.

Ingredients Matter

At Ibens Smørrebrød, we use the finest ingredients and the best bread, infused with craftsmanship and passion. You can taste the difference.

Restaurateur Iben Herrik serves open sandwiches to his guests with a smile
Homemade open sandwiches are served at Ibens Smørrebrød in the heart of Copenhagen.

Serve Iben’s at Your Meetings

If you want to give your colleagues a warm, gastronomic hug, order our delicious smørrebrød. We know that this kind of indulgence leads to great results!

Welcome to Iben’s World

Browse through our site to discover who we are, what we do, and how you can visit us.

Smørrebrødsjomfru Iben Herrik (born 1960 in Middelfart) has been called Denmark's new smørrebrød queen by reviewers after she opened her smørrebrød restaurant on St. Kongensgade opposite Nyboder in Copenhagen in 2020, and the legendary Ida Davidsen closed in 2021.
View of Nyboder from Ibens Smørrebrød on Store Kongensgade 116A

Copenhagen’s new open-faced sandwich queen

Since Iben opened her open-faced sandwich shop on St. Kongensgade, her restaurant has been reviewed by guests on Google as Copenhagen’s best open-faced sandwich.

Iben Herrik, the open-faced sandwich queen of Copenhagen - Store Kongensgade's new Ida Davidsen