Café in Ærøskøbing – Danish smørrebrød and lunch on the town square

Q: Do you need to book a table?

You are always welcome to just drop by. From 10 July to 15 August, we do not accept table reservations and operate on a first come, first served basis. We are open as usual and will find you a table as soon as one becomes available. If you would like to reserve a table outside this period, please contact us. We do not reserve specific tables and therefore cannot guarantee seating indoors or outdoors. For groups of 10 or more, please let us know in advance.

Looking for a good place for lunch in Ærøskøbing? At På Torvet, you can sit right on the town square and enjoy Danish smørrebrød from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM, as well as burgers and lighter dishes from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

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For lunch, we serve classic Danish smørrebrød from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM. You can also choose from burgers and lighter dishes from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Stop by for lunch, one of our evening dishes, or something to share over a glass of wine.

→ Just drop by – we'll find you a table as soon as one becomes available

Read more about us as a restaurant in Ærøskøbing.

Table reservations

Summer season
From 10 July to 15 August, we do not accept table reservations. Just drop by – we are open as usual and will find you a table as soon as one becomes available.

Reservations outside the summer season
If you would like to reserve a table outside this period, please call +45 30 34 46 50 (press 2) or email cafe@paatorvet.dk.

Seating
We do not reserve specific tables and therefore cannot guarantee seating indoors or outdoors.

Busy times
The busiest times are usually between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM, and between 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Visiting outside these hours usually means shorter waiting times.

Kitchen break
The kitchen is closed every day between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM. No food is served during this time.

Groups
For groups of 10 or more, please contact us in advance.

Lunch in Ærøskøbing

Our café is a great choice if you are looking for lunch in Ærøskøbing. We serve classic Danish smørrebrød on the town square every day from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with a focus on quality ingredients and traditional flavours.

Eat on the town square in Ærøskøbing

We serve classic Danish smørrebrød from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM, as well as burgers and lighter dishes from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Stop by for lunch – or choose a burger, one of our evening dishes, or something light to share over a glass of wine or a beer.

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On Fridays and Saturdays, we are open until 8:00 PM – so you can also stop by later in the day.

Drinks

We offer local beers, wines as well as coffee, cake and desserts. We also serve simple cocktails such as Aperol Spritz and Port Tonic.

When can you stop by?

See our current opening hours below.

Current opening hours

Monday–Saturday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Kitchen: Lunch is served from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Burgers and lighter dishes are served from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Evening dishes are served from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Kitchen break: No food is served between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

These opening hours apply during the high season until Saturday, August 8 (inclusive). From Sunday, August 9, our opening hours will change. Please check this page for the latest opening hours before your visit.

Opening hours and menu may vary throughout the season. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.

Frequently asked questions

Do you need to book a table?

You are always welcome to just drop by. From 10 July to 15 August, we do not accept table reservations and operate on a first come, first served basis. We are open as usual and will find you a table as soon as one becomes available.

If you would like to reserve a table outside this period, please contact us. We do not reserve specific tables and therefore cannot guarantee seating indoors or outdoors. For groups of 10 or more, please let us know in advance.

Can you reserve a table outside?

No, we do not reserve specific tables and therefore cannot guarantee seating indoors or outdoors.

When do you serve food?

Our Danish smørrebrød lunch menu is served from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Burgers and lighter dishes are served from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and evening dishes from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The kitchen is closed between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM, when no food is served.

Practical information

Stop by on the town square in Ærøskøbing – we look forward to welcoming you

📞 Questions? Call +45 30 34 46 50

Part of På Torvet

Want to stay a bit longer? Stay in the heart of Ærøskøbing and combine your visit with an overnight stay.