La Vita é Bella

Delicious dinner. Ridiculously over-​priced.
Price is comparable to some of the Michelin restaurants around town which, given the lack of stars, and the lack of people inside except for on Friday and Saturday nights, makes it too expensive. In fairness, the owner imports products from Italy and there’s generally a certain sense of authenticity that you get here, but 300kr for a three course meal is simply too much for a tired, empty restaurant. I get the feeling this place was a huge hit in FRB back when Copenhageners only went out for dinner one night a week/​month. Now it’s just horribly in need of an update in order to catch up with all the other incredible restaurants popping up all over town.
Pro-​tip: If you’re not careful, the owner will suggest a wine that doubles what you owe for the food — be sure to ask for the wine menu so you know what you’re signing up for. I was not happy to find out that my meal and half bottle of wine put me over 600kr for a Wednesday night dinner. Definitely left a bad taste in my mouth.
Food would’ve made it four stars, but the experience brings it down to three.