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Cafe Gavlen, located at Ryesgade 1 in the heart of Copenhagen, is a charming spot that caters to both locals and visitors alike. With its cozy interior and inviting outdoor seating, this cafe strikes the perfect balance for a relaxing meal or a casual drink. Customers appreciate its friendly service and reasonable prices, as highlighted by Josefine Kristensen who noted the pleasant atmosphere and good acoustics, even when the place is buzzing with patrons.
Breakfast at Cafe Gavlen seems to be a popular choice, with dishes like Ostemad and croissants receiving praise for their quality and value. Paula MacKenzie mentioned enjoying a hearty breakfast, though she found the cold salted halibut on bread a tad unexpected. The selection of finger foods also garnered attention for its generous portions, making it an ideal hangout for many neighborhood residents like Cicek.
Overall, Cafe Gavlen seamlessly combines a chill vibe with decent food, making it a must-visit in Copenhagen. Whether you're after a bite to eat in the morning or a cocktail in the evening, this cafe offers a welcoming experience that captures the essence of the city.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Cafe Gavlen
Review highlights
Based on 548 reviewsCafe Gavlen in Copenhagen is widely appreciated for its cozy and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular local spot for breakfast, drinks, and casual dining. Customers frequently highlight the inviting interior and pleasant outdoor seating, especially during warmer months. The menu offers a variety of reasonably priced breakfast options and sizable finger food portions, appealing to both locals and visitors. Friendly and attentive staff contribute positively to the overall experience. While the café maintains a lively environment, noise levels and acoustics are well managed, enhancing comfort. Some feedback suggests minor improvements in signage for non-Danish speakers, yet overall, Cafe Gavlen is recognized as a charming establishment balancing quality, value, and atmosphere effectively.
We stopped by for our first meal in Copenhagen, looking for breakfast type foods, my son found breakfast and it was very good. I ordered the fish forgetting where I was and received the cold salted halibut on cold bread, my son ordered the salmon and it was the same. Not exactly what I wanted but good nonetheless
Perfect for inside cozy vibe or an outdoor beer in the summer. Good prices and nice service personnel. Usually quite full but music is not loud and the acoustics are quite good still.
I live in the neighborhood and this is my (and many other neighbours) fav place to hang out. Finger food portions are pretty large compared to many other places in Cph. Prices are cheap. The atmosphere inside is very cozy and chill and many of the cocktails taste pretty decent. Barstaff is friendly as well.
We went here for breakfast. Had the Ostemad and a croissant. For the price it was good. I personally liked the dark interior.
Great local bar. But I recommend you to write the English for men and women in the toilets. I accidentally went to the women's toilet because I don't know Danish. But everything is great here! 10 out of 10!
Lovely cafe/bar close to city centre. Comfy seats and friendly staff
This is a cozy laid back cafe with minimal lightning that serves both cofee style items as well as alcoholic beverages. I recommend
Great atmosphere, wonderful service, limited food options but the house wine was excellent and great value.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Wednesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Friday 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM
- Saturday 10:00 AM - 02:00 AM
- Sunday 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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