Grøntsagen

Grøntsagen is one of those places in Christiania where time seems to slow down and the food feels much more present. Located between Den Grønne Hal, Månefiskeren and Fabrikken, this small greengrocer and eatery is surrounded by trees in the Fremtidsskoven area.

Outside, there are stacks of boxes of fruit and vegetables, while inside you can go straight to the daily lunch buffet. The concept is simple and quite ingenious. You fill your plate with colourful salads, hummus, veggie patties and other vegetarian dishes and pay by weight, so even a light lunch makes sense for your wallet.

Grøntsagen is known for its homemade, often home-grown food, which reflects Christiania's ideals of community and sustainability. Many describe the place as the best choice if you are hungry and don't want it to hurt your wallet, without compromising on taste or quality.

The atmosphere is almost as important as the food. On social media, Grøntsagen shares pictures of lavish buffets, Friday events and sunny days where guests sit close together at small tables in front of the shop. Opening hours are typically around 12 noon to 7 p.m. most days, with slightly shorter days on Tuesdays, which is perfect for a leisurely afternoon lunch in the free town.

With its mix of greengrocer, everyday kitchen and local meeting place, Grøntsagen has become a small icon in the heart of Christiania. A place where you can eat your fill, shop and feel why the free town still feels like its own little town within the city.