Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2026
Allegations of physical abuse by René Redzepi
The New York Times reported allegations from former employees that Redzepi physically abused and publicly ridiculed subordinates. Redzepi said that he recognized harmful aspects of his past behavior, apologized, accepted responsibility, and resigned later that month.
2022
Criticism of unpaid interns and working conditions
Investigations reported that Noma relied extensively on unpaid stagiaires, with long working hours and a substantial unpaid workforce. Noma began paying interns in October 2022, but the reporting prompted wider criticism of labor practices in elite restaurants.
2013
Norovirus outbreak among diners
According to a Danish Food Administration report, 63 of 435 diners became ill during February 2013. The outbreak was attributed to norovirus believed to have been unintentionally spread by an infected employee.