Classic Danish cuisine with a modern twist

At Den Gamle Kro, Danish cuisine takes centre stage. The menu features beloved classics and traditional inn dishes, all prepared from scratch and presented with a contemporary touch. Guests can enjoy favourites such as open-faced sandwiches, shooting star, steak tartare-inspired pariserbøf and Wiener schnitzel, while seasonal ingredients and the kitchen’s own interpretations add character to each dish.

The kitchen respects Danish food traditions without being constrained by them. The result is a menu of familiar flavours presented in a contemporary way, appealing to both local diners and visitors looking to experience Danish gastronomy in authentic surroundings.

Dine in a building dating back to 1683

A large part of the experience at Den Gamle Kro extends beyond the food itself. The restaurant occupies a historic property on Overgade dating back to 1683, where half-timbered walls, exposed beams and original architectural details create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the city.

Over the centuries, the buildings have served many different purposes and formed part of everyday life in Odense. Today, these historic surroundings provide the setting for the restaurant’s modern interpretation of the traditional Danish inn, where past and present meet naturally.

Traditional inn atmosphere and a courtyard in the heart of Odense

Tucked away between the buildings lies the inn’s covered courtyard, one of the most distinctive features of Den Gamle Kro. Here, you can enjoy lunch or dinner surrounded by half-timbered architecture, flowers and warm lighting beneath a glass roof that creates a special atmosphere throughout the year.

Inside, the ambience continues in the historic dining rooms, where old beams and original details reflect the building’s long history. At the same time, the surroundings feel bright and welcoming, creating a relaxed atmosphere equally suited to a casual lunch in town or a dinner with family, friends or colleagues.

A visit to Den Gamle Kro is therefore about more than what is served on the plate. It is also an opportunity to step inside one of Odense’s historic buildings and enjoy a meal in surroundings where past and present come together.