Restaurant Levi
Copenhagen
At a glance
Restaurant Levi is a welcoming spot located at Ny Østergade 24 in Copenhagen, where Italian and Japanese culinary traditions meld harmoniously. The menu showcases flavors from these two beloved cuisines, relying on high-quality seasonal ingredients to create truly exceptional dishes. Diners can enjoy a selection of harmoniously paired wines chosen with care to complement the flavors on their plates.
The dining experience at Restaurant Levi is characterized by its casual and inviting atmosphere. The setting is a blend of old-world Italian charm and Japanese elegance, brought together in a design by a well-regarded Danish designer. The space is lively, with a bustling bar and guests engaged in conversation, creating a social and relaxed dining environment. This is not a place for lengthy monologues about the food or wine, but rather a venue where the quality of the offerings speaks for itself.
Restaurant Levi is catering to those looking for an unhurried dining experience with a focus on simple products and craftsmanship. It is an ideal spot for locals and visitors to Copenhagen alike who are in search of a unique dining establishment that combines culinary excellence with an informal setting. It seeks to fill a niche in the city's dining scene, providing something fresh and engaging for those interested in the intersection of food, wine, and design.
Reviews
Perfect evening as Japanese-Italian flavors unite family. Excellent and attentive service. Bib Gourmand rated but deserving of a Michelin star
It could just be me, but I was honestly quite underwhelmed by the experience. I opted for the 750 DKK tasting menu, and the first course of oysters and sashimi felt fairly ordinary and didn’t leave much of an impression. I was also surprised by the presentation, which felt rather lacklustre given the expectations. The waiting time between courses was quite long, which made the meal feel drawn out. While the staff were kind, friendly, and attentive throughout, I ultimately felt that the food itself didn’t quite live up to the hype or the price point.
Dinner at Restaurant Levi felt rather like being invited into the Copenhagen townhouse of an unusually stylish count who had spent a formative decade wandering between Kyoto, Milan and an exceptionally well funded art fair. Great pinewood pillars rose theatrically through the room. Gleaming Koons like curiosities peered at one from corners with the confidence of objects costing vastly more than they should. The staff floated about with such alarming poise that one suspected they were all secretly heirs to shipping fortunes. The shrimp starter was magnificent. The linguine possessed the quiet confidence of an old Etonian who rows beautifully and never checks prices on wine lists. And then the pistachio dessert arrived and settled the matter entirely. One took a bite and immediately understood why civilizations have occasionally collapsed into decadence.
Levi is elegant and the food is surprisingly good. We were a bit concerned by what is described as Japanese Italian cuisine. But the menu is accessible - our waitress was profesional and very helpful - and just about everything we ate was memorable, delicious. Kudos to the chef!
Best meal I had in Copenhagen. The ambiance and service were exceptional. The food was delicious and diverse. The maccheroni + rabbit ragout and tagliolini + deer ragu were excellent, but if I had to choose one, I would go with the maccheroni. As someone who doesn’t usually eat red meat, the deer was surprisingly my sneaky favorite. It was so flavorful and not “gamey” at all. Others said they preferred it over the beef tenderloin. I would recommend the seabream and cauliflower for “medium dishes” — we ordered 2 of each. We also had the pistachio gelato, which is dairy free! Definitely an expensive dinner but a nice treat and would 100% recommend!
