Restaurant Plates

A shared dining experience with views over Esbjerg

Restaurant Plates in Esbjerg delivers a unique dining experience, built around a shared set menu with the focus on sharing and being present together. The restaurant sits on the 17th floor with a spectacular view over Esbjerg Harbour, which makes a beautiful setting for dinner.

Gourministeriet - Dianna Brinch
Dianna Brinch
Gourministeriet

Review of Restaurant Plates Esbjerg – Shared menu & outstanding service

We were curious to see how the shared menu concept would work, but it turned out to be a really cosy and relaxed way to eat. The food arrived in several rounds, and every guest was served the same dishes, which made for a fun and different experience.

Mood and atmosphere

Plates has a stylish, modern interior that strikes a balance between exclusivity and laid-back comfort. The lighting is low, and the view over the Esbjerg skyline makes it an obvious choice for both romantic dinners and relaxed evenings with friends.

We began the evening in the bar, enjoying a cocktail while admiring the view over the city. The staff were welcoming and down to earth, which made the experience even better.

What we ate at Restaurant Plates

The shared menu came as a series of courses that showed off the kitchen’s high standard and creativity.

Snacks

Cod with cucumber and herb oil – A fresh, elegant plate where the sharp herb oil lifted the cod.

Beetroot tartare with oyster and parsley – Surprisingly delicious, with a lovely balance of earthy sweetness and freshness.

Tarte fine with salmon, rygeost (Danish smoked fresh cheese) and radish – Crisp, creamy and lightly smoky – a truly delicious start to the meal.

Middle courses

Linguine with lobster bisque, dried bread and tomato – Intense, full-bodied flavour with silky pasta.

Halibut with bergamot, broccoli and unripe peaches – A beautiful, fresh plate where the peaches brought a sharp, tangy note.

Vitello Tonnato Plates Style – The classic Italian dish with creamy tuna sauce and tender veal.

Main courses – Family Style

We chose a combination of pork and beef, which turned out to be an excellent choice:

Crispy pork with carrots, ginger and brown butter – Perfectly cooked, with crisp crackling and juicy, succulent meat.

Braised beef with porcini bordelaise and pommes purée – Incredibly tender and full of flavour, with a deep sauce that complemented the meat perfectly.

Sides:

Baked celeriac with wholegrain mustard, tarragon and crispy pork scratchings – Rustic and full of flavour.

Fried cabbage with pistachio, pecorino and basil – A lovely balance of crisp and creamy.

Dessert

Baba au rhum with apple and pear compote and vanilla cream – A lovely end to the meal, with a delicious combination of sweet, sharp and spiced.

Drinks – Cocktails and wine

We opened the evening with cocktails in the bar, where we tried:

Pornstar Martini (DKK 110) – Classic and well balanced, with a pleasant sweetness.

Cosmopolitan (DKK 110) – Fresh and tangy, a perfect start to the evening.

With the food we opted for the wine pairing, which complemented the dishes perfectly.

Gourministeriet - Dianna på Plates I Esbjerg

Plates delivers a complete experience, where the food, the atmosphere and the service work together perfectly. The shared menu concept means you don’t have to choose, and you get a genuinely well-thought-out journey of flavours.

Highlights:

  • Fantastic food – Flavourful, creative dishes. A superb concept built around sharing
  • Cosy, stylish atmosphere – Perfect for a special evening.
  • Good service – Friendly and welcoming staff.
  • Concept: Shared set menu, where everyone is served the same dishes (price: DKK 495 per person).
  • Price level: We paid DKK 2,702 including drinks and tip – and it was worth every krone.
Address

Grådybet 73A, 17th floor
6700 Esbjerg

Website

restaurantplates.dk
info@restaurantplates.dk