Simple Dining at The Flow

Day 1 in Copenhagen

Today I discovered a great organic vegetarian (and smoke-free!) restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark. The official name seems to be "Restaurant Flow" but the locals call it "The Flow" (of course). It's on Gyldenlovesgade (the main road that goes past Tivoli and the Square), just past the waters as you enter the city center (at Gyldenlovesgade and Nyropsgade/Nansengade). It's not hard to spot.

From street level, you step down a few stairs past candles and oil lamps. The decor is simple, clean, light, and pleasing. The candles at every table and scattered throughout add a little romance to an otherwise austere experience. The dining area is small and very tasteful (reminiscent of The March in New York, only much less formal). Yet the ordering process is similar to a deli: You read the menu on the board (it's in Danish), or simply go look at what they're serving. They scoop it out from appetizing bowls and platters onto a plate for you. You choose how many items you want. 120 Krones bought a plate of four choices: I had lentils, an herb pasta, a simple tossed salad, and this wonderful red pepper garnished with pumpkin or squash (or something similarly sweet and homey). I was full, and quite pleased with the fresh, wholesome, and creative organic ingredients. This isn't Greens in San Francisco, but it would be a wonderful place for a first date, or a get-together with a few friends. Seating is limited.

Tip #1: If you want the most romantic spot, call ahead and ask to be seated under the Buddha. I didn't spot him until I was on my way out. ("The Buddha...romantic?!")

Tip #2: Travelers, bring cash. Apparently they are not set up to accept credit or debit cards from overseas. But they were kind enough to let me walk down the street a few blocks to an ATM. (There's one on the left side when walking toward the Square.)

See http://www.spisdiglykkelig.dk/