Klovnens Bodega
Klovnen's LED lit sign lights up its corner-side holding as the flock of post-work Copenhageners spill from the bar and onto the extensive terrace. During the day, sip on a pilsner and play a board game on one of the vibrantly painted trestle table. After 5pm a table, especially one in the sun, is near impossible to cadge therefore milling on the surrounding grass is sometimes the only option. The result? Impeccable, far-reaching vibes.
where to next?
Neighbouring its sibling spot, Kølsters Tolv Haner, is Pastaria; a relatively new venture by Esben Kølster. The concept is simple, the atmosphere wholly relaxed. There is no table service so you head to the bar and order one of the pasta dishes from their incredibly concise menu. If you're sipping on a Kølster's beer on the terrace outside you'll receive a flashing disk which will beep in dizzy merriment when your dish is prepared. Keeping most, if not all, of the seasonal menu below 150 kroner and ensuring that all of the ingredients are homemade and organic, results in a mostly vegetarian fare. Arancini is rustled up with a beetroot and goat cheese stuffing, orecchiette is doused in a rich pecorino sauce and the special welcomes the likes of a saucy melanzane alla parmigiana.
