Where to Buy Foreign Foods in Denmark (2025)
Looking for authentic ingredients or a taste of home? Here’s where to buy Asian, Arab, Turkish, Polish, African, Latin American, Indian, kosher, halal, and vegan foods in Denmark—in store or online!
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Tip: Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Odense all have multicultural neighborhoods with great ethnic shops. Most big cities also have weekly food markets, and online shops deliver all over Denmark.
Overview: International Groceries in Denmark
Neighborhood Ethnic Shops
In every big city, you’ll find Asian, Middle Eastern, Turkish, Polish, African, and Latin American grocery stores—often with better prices than mainstream supermarkets.
Online & Delivery
Many foreign food shops deliver nationwide. Some even offer next-day delivery for non-perishables.
Supermarkets & Chains
Supermarkets like Føtex, Bilka, Meny, and Lidl now stock more global ingredients—look for “verdensmad” (world food) aisles.
Top Ethnic Grocery Stores (2025)
Wai Yee Hong Asian Market (Copenhagen)
Wide range of Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, and Vietnamese groceries.
Address: Vesterbrogade 68, 1620 København V
Website: waiyeehong.dk
Address: Vesterbrogade 68, 1620 København V
Website: waiyeehong.dk
Bazaren (Aarhus)
Huge covered market: Middle Eastern, Turkish, Asian, and African foods.
Address: Edwin Rahrs Vej 32, 8220 Brabrand
Website: bazaren.dk
Address: Edwin Rahrs Vej 32, 8220 Brabrand
Website: bazaren.dk
Exotic Food (Odense)
Arab, Turkish, Asian, African, and Eastern European products.
Address: Vesterbro 22, 5000 Odense C
Website: exoticfood.dk
Address: Vesterbro 22, 5000 Odense C
Website: exoticfood.dk
Online Shopping & Supermarket Chains
SuperBrugsen, Føtex, Lidl, Meny
Mainstream chains with “world food” aisles (look for halal, kosher, and Asian/Latin products). Some Lidl shops stock Polish and Turkish foods.
Specialty Diets & Popular International Products
Halal & Kosher Butchers
Halal: Halal Kød & Fjerkræ (Copenhagen, Aarhus), halalkod.dk
Kosher: Kosher Delikatesser, Lyngbyvej 87, 2100 København Ø
Kosher: Kosher Delikatesser, Lyngbyvej 87, 2100 København Ø
Vegan, Gluten-free, & Asian Markets
Urtehuset (Copenhagen), Veganermarked (online), Asian Market (Odense). Most big supermarkets have a vegan/gluten-free section.
Polish, Indian, Latin, & African Stores
Polonia Foods (Polish, Copenhagen), Bombay Bazaar (Indian, Aarhus), Tienda Latina (Latin American, Copenhagen), African Delights (Odense).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I find real Asian/Arab/Indian foods in Denmark?
Yes! Most cities have Asian, Arab, Turkish, Indian, and African stores, with authentic spices, sauces, noodles, and more.
Are vegan and gluten-free products easy to get?
Yes. All big supermarkets and many online shops have a range of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free products.
Can I use foreign cards or cash?
Most shops accept Visa/MasterCard, MobilePay, and cash. Smaller stores may prefer cash or Dankort, especially outside Copenhagen.
Is delivery possible outside big cities?
Yes. Many online ethnic food shops deliver all over Denmark for a small fee. Check each site for details.
Where do I buy halal or kosher food?
Dedicated halal butchers and Kosher Delikatesser in Copenhagen are the best options. Some supermarkets carry basic products.
Do Polish/Romanian/Russian shops exist?
Yes! Look for “Polonia Foods” (Copenhagen), “Exotic Food” (Odense), and similar names. Lidl and Netto may stock some Eastern European brands.