Bistro Lupa

The story

Bistro Lupa, Copenhagen – Plant-Based Bistro with Bib Gourmand & Green Star

A Bistro Re-envisioned

Bistro Lupa is a Copenhagen bistro that has been rethought from the ground up. The team behind it – the same group that runs Restaurant Ark and Beyla – set out to prove that plant-based cuisine can be exciting, high-quality, and deeply satisfying. The result is a place where friendly service, meticulous craftsmanship, and a commitment to sustainability are inseparable. In recognition of its approach, Bistro Lupa holds both a Michelin Bib Gourmand (for good quality, good value cooking) and a Green Michelin Star – one of only two in the Nordic region, and one of just thirteen fully plant-based restaurants worldwide to earn that distinction.

Foraged, Seasonal, Local

The menu at Bistro Lupa changes with the seasons, drawing inspiration from what the team can forage in the local landscape. Founder and CEO Jason Renwick, an Australian expat, spends his days foraging for the restaurant himself, bringing back wild herbs, mushrooms, and greens that define the kitchen’s expression. Executive Chef Brett Lavender, who honed his craft at two-Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo and worked at Relais & Châteaux properties around the world, leads the culinary team. Together, they create dishes that are first and foremost exciting – and happen to be entirely plant-based. The food challenges stereotypes about vegan cuisine, offering a bistro experience that is both conscious and celebratory.

The Ark Collection

Bistro Lupa is part of The Ark Collection, a group of Copenhagen restaurants that share a philosophy: high-quality, plant-based food in cool, welcoming contexts. The group’s vision is to continue pioneering the plant-based scene in Denmark, using an honest, inquisitive, and determined approach to dining that puts sustainability at the forefront. At Lupa, that mission translates into every plate – from the ingredients sourced to the waste minimized – all delivered with warmth and skill.

What to Expect

The atmosphere is relaxed but polished, with outdoor seating available for those who want to enjoy Copenhagen’s milder evenings. Last orders are taken early, so plan accordingly. Whether you’re a committed vegan or simply curious about inventive, seasonal cooking, Bistro Lupa offers a meal that feels both purposeful and pleasurable – a true bistro for our time.