Tommi’s Burger Joint – One of the Best Burgers in Copenhagen

In my hunt to find the best burger in Copenhagen, I headed to Tommi’s Burger Joint in the trendy Meatpacking district, Kødbyen.

While definitely a great burger, this place won’t steal the title—at least in my rankings—from Gasoline Grill.

But let’s see what Tommi’s has to offer, what kind of burgers you’ll find here, and what to expect overall.

Tommi’s Burger Joint Location

I had to try this burger place, often talked about as one of the best in Copenhagen, in the increasingly trendy Kødbyen neighborhood.

Kødbyen, known in English as the Meatpacking District, is a trendy neighborhood in Copenhagen. Tommi’s Burger is next to Hart Bakery and Mother Pizza, both iconic places in the Danish capital.

Even if you’re just visiting, it’s worth making a quick detour to experience the unique vibe of the Meatpacking District. It’s not far at all from the most visited spots—just a 5-minute walk from the back side of the main train station, København H.

The Vibe Is Unique

And speaking of unique vibe, Tommi’s Burger Joint is quite the opposite of Gasoline Grill. 10 years in Kødbyen, says a poster right next to the entrance. You can instantly see that this small restaurant is still very much owner-run, and not just one location of a big chain.

Making burgers since 1981, another smaller sign greets you from the opposite window. You really do feel like stepping back into the ’80s when you walk in. Freddie Mercury, David Bowie, Saturday Night Fever posters on the wall, along with beat-up stickers and old-school rock coming from the speakers. It’s a fun experience once, but you’ll only really enjoy the ambience if you like a bit of nostalgia.

This 1980s vibe is actually even more defining than the food itself. If you want to feel like you’re back in that era, come here regardless of the food. If you’d rather stay in the present, order a burger from Tommi’s Burger Joint for takeout, as most customers seem to do anyway.

Burgers And Food

I know you probably came here to find out whether the burgers at Tommi’s Burger Joint are as good as people say. So let’s talk about that.

The burgers are made to order, which means at least a 10-15 minute wait, even if there’s no big crowd inside. In fact, when I visited, I was the only one eating at the restaurant, with some others waiting for their takeout orders. Even in this situation, I had to wait more than 15 minutes for my burger to be ready.

Since I was basically alone in the place, I had time to watch how my food was being prepared. The burgers are cooked over a real grill—and I mean actual flames. I don’t think many burger restaurants offer this kind of quality when it comes to preparing the meat. As a nice extra, the cheese—once added on top of the almost-ready patty—was finished with a handheld torch. Little details like this make it clear why the food at this place feels genuinely unique.

The result was an excellent burger. With perfectly cooked meat, a little bit of veggies, and spicy mayo, the flavors came together beautifully and reminded me why Tommi’s Burger Joint is often called one of the best burger spots in Copenhagen.

One more thing I have to add: the fries were absolutely excellent—a huge leap from Gasoline Grill’s fries. While I still prefer the burgers at the gas-station spot (see below), their fries are unfortunately the one thing you don’t really want to add to their otherwise perfect burgers. At Tommi’s Burger Joint, though, the fries are perfectly cooked: not oily, long, and crispy, and they absolutely complete the almost-perfect burger.

Is It The Best Burger in Copenhagen?

While the burgers at Tommi’s Burger Joint are excellent, I’m still missing that extra kick. It’s a very good burger, definitely worth a try, but I wouldn’t call it the best.

The meat is perfectly cooked, and the spicy mayo sauce is excellent. The little hint of veggies is the ideal amount you want in your burger. Even the bun is good—but that’s definitely more unique at Gasoline Grill. And somehow, in the end, you get a great burger—just not one you find yourself craving enough to come back for.

And there is one more thing. My main concern, other than the ’80s setting (which is obviously a question of taste), was that I stayed hungry after eating a “burger offer”, which comprised one burger with fries and Coke. For 150 DKK, I don’t just want to eat great food, but I want to feel that I had a complete meal.

See Tommi’s Burger’s website for more information and their current menu.