The story
Selma, tucked away on Rømersgade in Copenhagen, has earned a Bib Gourmand nod for its inviting take on Danish fare. This casual, modern spot feels like a local’s secret, balancing tradition with a contemporary touch.
Michael Ligier, in his video testing Copenhagen’s food scene, called Selma “a fantastic spot for smørrebrød” and “a must-try.” He singled out three versions—classic herring, modern cured salmon, and grilled celeriac—each earning his enthusiastic thumbs up. It’s the kind of place that makes an open-faced sandwich feel like an event.
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AI summary of what 3 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about the classic herring smørrebrød, calling it a standout dish. The overall vibe is warm and authentically Nordic, with simple, high-quality ingredients shining through.
“The rye bread has such an interesting texture. It's tough. It's dense, but it supports everything else really well. It doesn't get super in the way. The herring, not too bad. Not too fishy. I think you can get some that are a bit more heavy on the fish flavor, for example. But this one is pretty mild and with the apple with the fennel, it feels quite light, quite fresh.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Selma. Most active: Michael Ligier
Selma is a fantastic spot for smørrebrød, offering both classic and modern versions that are incredibly delicious and a must-try in Copenhagen.
Dishes mentioned
Classic Herring Smørrebrød
The rye bread has such an interesting texture. It's tough. It's dense, but it supports everything else really well. It doesn't get super in the way. The herring, not too bad. Not too fishy. I think you can get some that are a bit more heavy on the fish flavor, for example. But this one is pretty mild and with the apple with the fennel, it feels quite light, quite fresh.
Modern Cured Salmon Smørrebrød
Very different from the first one. That one is a lot more fatty, a lot less of a fishy flavor, a lot more light and fresh. Beautifully light flavors, though. If number one was an 8 out of 10, this one's probably like a 7 out of 10. It's not as traditional, but really delicious in flavor.
Grilled Celeriac Smørrebrød
What a dish. That one is stunning. Beautiful. Just like fall flavors. Really nice and roasted, earthy. That cheese comes through really nicely. The berries, honestly, it feels like something you could kind of just go into the forest, pick out, roast over a fire. Incredible. Very different from the first two, which were a bit more acidic or bright. This one is really just earthy, roasted, nutty, fall time vibes, but it is a messy one.
