Street guide: Authentic Vesterbro vibes in Istedgade
The Vesterbro area’s main street Istedgade exudes diversity. Between porn shops and strip bars are some of the city's best boutiques, restaurants and bars.
For many years, Istedgade was dominated by drugs, porn and prostitutes, but today the famous street has transformed to something else – especially in the end opposite Copenhagen Central Station, while still maintaining some of its authentic vibes in the other. These are some of the places in Istedgade we recommend. But the lists is far from comprehensive, so we suggest you go visit for yourself. If you want to stay out until the early hours, The Meatpacking District is close by and is a true party hub.
JAGGER Vesterbro
At Copenhagen’s Jagger there is no reason budget-friendly fast food should lack quality.
Hang out at the tables outside on the buzzing Istedgade and enjoy a canned beer, cheeseburgers, fried chicken,...
Cafe Bang & Jensen
Located in the posh end of Istedgade, this former pharmacy houses a delightful café that is very popular with the Vesterbro locals.
At Café Bang & Jensen, the atmosphere is cosy and relaxed, and you wi...
Neighbourhood
Neighbourhood in Copenhagen's hip Vesterbro district is an all organic gourmet pizza and cocktail bar and local hang-out, where vinyl tunes fill the air, and community table seating makes it impossibl...
Sticks'n'Sushi Istedgade
A short walk from Copenhagen Central Station and the vivacious Meat Packing District, Kødbyen, Sticks’n’Sushi’s Istedgade restaurant.
The place is perfect for a laidback dinner at communal tables bef...
Riccos, Istedgade
Ricco's is a coffee shop chain, characterized by an unpretentious decor, cozy atmosphere - and of course: good coffee.
Riccos in Istedgade was the very first Riccos in Copenhagen, and despite its smal...