Modern Indian & Pakistani
Restaurant
in Copenhagen
Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice 2020–2026
Top 10% of restaurants worldwide
2 minutes from Nørreport
Located in the heart of Indre By, Copenhagen's city centre, steps from Nørreport Station. Whether you're planning a birthday dinner, romantic evening, corporate event, or looking for the best Indian food and curry in Copenhagen, there is a table waiting for you
Zahida is Copenhagen's modern Indian-Pakistani restaurant, rooted in authentic Indian roots and family recipes passed down through generations. Located on Rømersgade near Nørreport Station, we take traditional recipes refined over decades and bring them to life with modern presentation — combining bold Indian and Pakistani flavours with a refined Nordic touch.
Our menu spans signature dishes, seasonal small plates and curated tasting menus — from our celebrated Butter Chicken and Masala New York Strip to spiced small plates and contemporary interpretations of classic Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Whether you're joining us for an intimate dinner, a birthday celebration or a corporate group event, Zahida delivers a vibrant yet elevated Indian dining experience in the heart of Copenhagen. Every dish tells a story of spice, heritage and modern craftsmanship.
Zahida at a glance
Cuisine: modern Indian and Pakistani food with a Nordic approach, made for sharing
Where: Rømersgade 20, st., 1362 København K. Two minutes from Nørreport Station, across the road from Torvehallerne
Open: Tuesday to Saturday. Closed Sundays and Mondays
Halal: all meat halal, from halal-verified suppliers. No alcohol in the kitchen
Tasting menu: 9 servings, 4 courses, 495 DKK per person. Vegetarian and vegan versions
Groups: from 8 guests, menus from 450 DKK per person, up to 56 indoors. Christmas parties in December
Recognition: Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice every year from 2020 to 2026
Tasting Menus & Signature Dishes
The best way to experience Zahida is through our tasting menu - a curated journey through our kitchen's most celebrated dishes and seasonal creations. Designed for sharing, each menu is carefully paced and balanced, moving through texture, spice and contrast from first bite to last.
From delicate small plates and bold starters to rich mains and house desserts, the tasting menu showcases the full range of what our kitchen does best. Dishes are built around layered spice profiles, contrasting textures and precise technique - always rooted in authentic Indian and Pakistani culinary tradition, always finished with modern presentation.
For guests who prefer to order à la carte, our full menu is available alongside a curated wine list and cocktail programme designed to complement the spice and richness of Indian cuisine. Our bar team builds each drink to move with the food - balancing heat, sweetness, acidity and depth.
Explore our full menu and current seasonal dishes.
Authentic Indian & Pakistani Cuisine in Copenhagen
At Zahida, authentic Indian roots are the foundation of everything we cook. Our kitchen draws on traditional Indian and Pakistani culinary techniques - slow cooking, fermentation, pickling and open-fire grilling - to build the depth of flavour that defines great South Asian cuisine.
Our menu features both timeless classics and creative contemporary dishes. Signature dishes include our renowned Butter Chicken, slow-cooked and finished with warmth and depth, alongside our Masala New York Strip, Kerala Prawns and a rotating selection of seasonal small plates. Each dish is crafted to balance spice, texture and contrast - familiar in its roots, distinctive in its execution.
We describe our approach simply: traditional recipes refined. We respect the original, then elevate it - using quality seasonal ingredients, precise technique and modern presentation to create a dining experience that feels both deeply authentic and unmistakably Zahida.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Don't take our word for it
★★★★★
"A place where vegans, meat lovers and everyone in between eat together without compromise."
LINE H. · TRIPADVISOR
★★★★★
"An absolutely incredible dining experience. The butter chicken is the best I've had outside of India."
SARAH M. · TRIPADVISOR
★★★★★
"We brought our whole team here for a corporate dinner. Every single person loved it."
THOMAS K. · GOOGLE
Indian Restaurant Near Nørreport in Copenhagen
Zahida is located in the heart of Copenhagen's Indre By, on Rømersgade — just steps from Nørreport Station and a short walk from Torvehallerne and Israels Plads. Whether you're arriving by metro, train or bus, we are one of the most centrally and conveniently located Indian restaurants in Copenhagen.
Our central location makes Zahida a natural choice for locals and visitors alike — whether you're planning a relaxed weeknight dinner, meeting friends before an evening out, or looking for a distinctive restaurant experience in the city centre.
Indian & Pakistani Flavours, All Halal
Zahida’s kitchen brings together the flavours of India and Pakistan with a modern, Nordic-inspired approach. Dishes such as our Masala New York Strip sit alongside Indian classics like our signature Butter Chicken, served as contemporary dishes designed to share.
All our meat is halal, with no exceptions, and the menu also includes vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes — so everyone at the table can enjoy the full Zahida experience.
Pair your meal with our signature cocktails or a glass from our curated wine list, chosen to complement the spice and depth of the food.
More answers in our FAQ.
Group Dining & Private Events in Copenhagen
Zahida is one of Copenhagen's most popular choices for group dining — offering shared tasting menus, flexible layouts and a warm, atmospheric setting that works equally well for intimate gatherings and larger celebrations.
We cater for a wide range of occasions including birthday dinners, anniversary celebrations, corporate dinners, team events, farewell dinners, private parties and weddings. In December we also host Christmas parties. Our group menus are designed for sharing, allowing everyone at the table to experience the full range of our kitchen.
All our meat is halal, and we cater for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free guests — so no one at the table is left out. Our team works with you in advance to ensure the evening runs smoothly from start to finish.
If you are looking for a group restaurant in Copenhagen that combines distinctive food, central location and attentive service, Zahida is a strong choice. Explore our group dining options or get in touch to discuss your event.
Who We Are
Founded in 2017 by two brothers inspired by their mother Zahida’s cooking, the restaurant began as a small food stall before evolving into one of Copenhagen’s recognised South Asian dining destinations.
Built on family recipes and creative innovation, Zahida combines heritage, craftsmanship and modern presentation, offering a distinctive Indian fine-dining experience in the heart of Copenhagen.
In 2020, Chef Sherwin Mariano joined the kitchen, bringing further creative direction and elevating classic dishes while preserving their soulful foundations.
Zahida is more than a restaurant. It is a continuation of a family story - where tradition meets innovation in the heart of Copenhagen. Every dish we serve is rooted in that same family story - where authentic Indian roots meet modern craftsmanship.
Questions guests ask before booking
Where is Zahida in Copenhagen?
At Rømersgade 20 in Indre By, two minutes' walk from Nørreport Station and across the road from Torvehallerne. Metro, S-train and buses all stop at Nørreport.
What makes Zahida different from other Indian restaurants in Copenhagen?
We cook Indian and Pakistani family recipes with a Nordic approach: seasonal ingredients, fermentation, pickling and dishes made for sharing. Head chef Sherwin Mariano has led the kitchen since 2020, after W Hotel Doha, St. Regis Abu Dhabi and a one-Michelin-star restaurant in Copenhagen. Tripadvisor has named Zahida a Travellers' Choice every year from 2020 to 2026.
Is Zahida halal?
Yes. All our meat is halal and comes from halal-verified suppliers, with no exceptions. No alcohol is used in the kitchen. We serve wine, craft beer and cocktails at the bar.
How much does dinner cost?
The tasting menu is 9 servings over 4 courses for 495 DKK per person. The Chef's Menu is 6 servings over 3 courses for 400 DKK. Both are ordered by the whole table. You can also order à la carte. Drink pairings cost 295 DKK, or 275 DKK without alcohol.
Do you have vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free food?
Yes. Both tasting menus come in vegetarian and vegan versions, and you can mix them with the classic menu at the same table. There are gluten-free options too.
How spicy is the food?
Every dish is cooked to one fixed level, which we call Scandinavian spicy. We can't make individual dishes hotter or milder.
Can you host a group or a Christmas party?
Yes, from 8 guests. Group menus start from 450 DKK per person, including bubbles and water. We seat up to 56 guests indoors, and the whole restaurant can be booked. Groups of 8 or more use the group enquiry form.
When are you open, and how do I book?
Tuesday to Saturday. We're closed Sundays and Mondays. Book online through our booking page. Current opening hours are at the bottom of every page.
Zahida is located in central Copenhagen, just across the road from Torvehallerne, combining modern Indian and Pakistani gastronomy with warm hospitality. Book your table online or explore our group dining options.
Contemporary Indian Dining in Copenhagen
Whether it’s a weeknight dinner, a tasting menu with friends or a celebration for the whole group, we’d love to welcome you. Find us at Rømersgade 20, two minutes from Nørreport Station, and book your table online.