Hamburger parlours usually are commercially driven hospitality concepts void of any character, friendly service, let alone tasty burgers. Well, things are done a little differently at POPL. Situated in the heart of Copenhagen, the newly opened restaurant is managed by a passionate team of seven former noma staffers, the renowned establishment which created a global sensation with its forward culinary approach. The establishment’s name is a nod to the Latin word ‘populus’, meaning people, while the dining concept takes cues from traditional Japanese izakayas. Occupying the former premises of 108, once a sister establishment of the revered noma in the Christianshavn area, it features an interior design by Spacon & X, an architecture and design practice based in the Danish capital. Measuring 500 sqm. (5,382 sq.ft.), the premises are voluminous and airy, but by putting people first, the dimensions have become subjective to measures taken to lend it human proportions and a cozy atmosphere.
The building’s original concrete pillars and brickwork have been enhanced with a purpose-built plant bridge which not only celebrates the volume of the space, but also creates creates a homey intimacy. The furniture has been designed and produced in collaboration with Frankfurt-based design firm e15, and with versatility in mind, allowing plentiful configurations. Crafted of brown core ash wood, the collection comprises chairs, stools, coat hangers and various tables, the latter featuring tabletops made out of Richlite, a durable composite of recycled paper and bio resin. As said, hamburgers take centre stage at POPL, but do so in elevated form. Using organic beef sourced from three local farms, while the intricate recipe of its veggie burger has been painstakingly developed, using cooked quinoa and a fermentation process, it’s safe to say this is a place for food connoisseurs.
POPL
Strandgade 108
1401 Copenhagen (Christianshavn)
Telephone: +45 32963292
Wed-Sun 12-8
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