The journey to Lille Bakery from the city center of Copenhagen was an experience in itself. From Kongens Nytorv, we took the 2A bus, which travels all the way to Refshaleøen, a former industrial district that has transformed into one of the trendiest areas for food, art, and culture. Along the way, we passed through the town of Christiania (make sure to stop by Freetown Christiania for a unique tourist experience) and began to see the old industrial buildings that have been revamped into vibrant restaurants, galleries, bars, and cafes.
Lille Bakery is located right across from the last stop on the route. It occupies an airy, loft-style repurposed industrial building with floor-to-ceiling windows that invite plenty of light on sunny days. Both outdoor and indoor seating on the ground level feature communal tables, while individual tables can be found on the second floor of the loft, where you can also capture that iconic shot of the bakery.
The menu boasts a variety of offerings, including sourdough bread loaves made with Danish grains, seeds, and salts, as well as pastries and seasonal dishes for breakfast and lunch that change frequently.
From the breakfast menu, I chose the Scrambled Eggs on Rye with Ramson (DKK 90, SGD 17.1). While it appeared to be a simple dish, it was scrumptious, hearty, and healthy all at once.
I also indulged in three of their pastries: the Berliner (DKK 35, SGD 6.6), Blomster Bun (DKK 35), and Carrot Cake (DKK 40, SGD 7.6). The Berliner is traditionally a German jam-filled donut dusted with powdered sugar, but here it is filled with a light cream custard, which I found delightful due to its fluffiness.
The Blomster Bun featured buttery, flaky layers reminiscent of a kouign amann, but it was dusted with sugar instead.
The Carrot Cake was equally impressive, boasting the perfect texture and density while tasting both organic and delicious. The quality of their bread and pastries likely stems from sourcing excellent ingredients from local farmers who grow and produce crops sustainably and ethically.
To complement our meal, we also tried their Prolog Black Filter Coffee with Homemade Oat Milk (DKK 32, SGD 6.1) and Homemade Iced Tea (DKK 30, SGD 5.7). Surprisingly, the iced tea was very refreshing without being overly sweet or bitter.
Lille Bakery is like every other bakery I’ve visited in Copenhagen—it has its own unique identity while offering high-quality bread and dishes.
Wed to Sun 8am – 5pm
213B Refshalevej, 1432 Kobenhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark
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