The story
Crafted with passion, served with love
Where the Mediterranean Meets Copenhagen
On Jægersborggade in Copenhagen's Nørrebro neighbourhood, Silberbauers Bistro has taken over the address once occupied by the beloved Manfreds. The man behind it, Mathias Silberbauer, brings with him experience from a highly acclaimed restaurant in Nice — and that southern French sensibility runs through everything on the plate.
The Food: Seafood-Led, Flavor-Driven
Fish and shellfish dominate the menu, though never as a rigid rule. The approach is instinctive and seasonal: a chalkboard of daily dishes shifts with what's best, and Silberbauer himself will often suggest ordering several starters to share before settling on a single main course together. It's a generous, convivial way to eat, and it works.
The cooking leans into simplicity at its most confident. Steamed mussels served cold, each shell holding a dab of garlic mayo. Cod sashimi darkened and marinated in a mild orange-chili dressing that wakes the palate without overwhelming it. Whole fried sardines — crispy-skinned, finished with lemon, salt, and parsley — are a study in restraint. The restaurant's vongole with spicy nduja sausage delivers pure umami with real edge, while whole grilled scampi arrive with a warm pesto for dipping.
When summer sea bass is in season, it makes a natural centrepiece: served with a classic Provençal lentil preparation and Danish grilled green asparagus, it captures exactly what Silberbauers does best — Mediterranean spirit, Nordic ingredients, no fuss.
Desserts follow the same logic. A lemon tart and a vanilla-filled crème brûlée offer classic precision rather than novelty.
Wine and Recognition
The wine list is an extension of the kitchen's philosophy — natural and biodynamic bottles, guided by knowledgeable staff. A white Karnage Plouk Blanc 2020, made from ploussard (a grape more commonly used for light reds), arrived with a nose that surprised and a palate of bright acidity that cut through the richness of the seafood perfectly.
The White Guide awarded Silberbauers Bistro its Very Fine Level recognition for 2026 — a reflection of what the restaurant consistently delivers: high-quality raw ingredients, every bite packed with flavor, and an atmosphere that makes Mediterranean cooking feel entirely at home in Copenhagen.
Recognition