Søllerød Kro

Søllerød Kro is a historic inn and fine-dining restaurant in the village of Søllerød, in Rudersdal Municipality in the northern suburbs of Copenhagen, Denmark. The restaurant occupies an old inn building dating from 1677 and stands beside the village pond, giving the establishment a strong architectural and local-historical identity in addition to its culinary reputation. The building was listed for preservation in 1964. The inn's origins are connected with Søllerød Church. The local pastor obtained a license from the king to operate the establishment, creating the basis for a hospitality business that has continued for centuries. The exact founding year of the restaurant as a modern commercial operation is not specified in the available reference material, but the building's seventeenth-century history is central to the brand's identity. Søllerød Kro developed a reputation as one of Denmark's leading restaurants during the 1980s. Its profile was reinforced by a succession of prominent chefs, including Søren Gericke, Michel Michaud, Francis Cardenau, Jan Petersen and Paul Cunningham. These culinary leaders helped establish the inn as a notable destination within Danish gastronomy, while the historic setting differentiated it from more contemporary urban restaurants. Jakob de Neergaard assumed responsibility for the kitchen in 2001. During his tenure as head chef, Søllerød Kro received its first Michelin star in 2007. The award marked an important turning point, formalizing the restaurant's position in the international fine-dining market while retaining its connection to the traditional inn setting. De Neergaard was later succeeded by Christian Ebbe, followed by Brian Mark Hansen, who became head chef in 2013. The brand is therefore built around a combination of heritage hospitality, destination dining and chef-led contemporary cuisine. Its principal offering is restaurant service rather than a packaged consumer product: guests visit the historic inn for an elevated meal in a distinctive village setting. Available reference material does not identify a separate parent company, owner, corporate group, public listing or official website. It also does not provide a detailed current menu, pricing structure or information about additional locations. Søllerød Kro is additionally recognizable from Danish popular culture, having served as a filming location for several films released between 1941 and 1969.

Søllerød Kro is based in a historic inn building in Søllerød, a village in what is now Rudersdal Municipality north of Copenhagen. The building dates to 1677 and faces the village pond, making the physical site an essential part of the restaurant's identity. The property was listed in 1964, preserving its architectural and historic character. The establishment's early history is associated with Søllerød Church. The local pastor obtained a license from the king to operate the inn, linking the business to the civic and religious life of the village. The available reference material does not state a precise date for the restaurant's founding as a continuously operating modern business, so no separate founded year can be assigned with confidence. By the 1980s, Søllerød Kro had become known as one of Denmark's leading restaurants. Its reputation was shaped by a succession of highly regarded chefs, including Søren Gericke, Michel Michaud, Francis Cardenau, Jan Petersen and Paul Cunningham. This period established the inn as a significant Danish culinary institution rather than simply a local lodging or dining venue. Jakob de Neergaard took over the kitchen in 2001. Under his leadership, the restaurant received its first Michelin star in 2007. The distinction was a major recognition of the kitchen's fine-dining standards and helped connect Søllerød Kro's historic Danish setting with the international restaurant world. De Neergaard was subsequently followed by Christian Ebbe. Brian Mark Hansen became head chef in 2013. Søllerød Kro has also had a cultural presence beyond restaurant criticism. The inn was used as a filming location for the Danish films Tag til Rønneby kro (1941), Bruden fra Dragstrup (1955), Soldaterkammerater på efterårsmanøvre (1961) and Tænk på et tal (1969). These appearances reflect the site's longstanding visual and cultural value. The available sources describe Søllerød Kro primarily as a single historic restaurant and do not document a chain structure, packaged product portfolio, public company ownership, financial results or an announced corporate parent. Its historical continuity, succession of notable chefs and Michelin recognition support a positioning centered on heritage, culinary distinction and destination hospitality.

• 2013

  Brian Mark Hansen became head chef

  [1]Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org

  Brian Mark Hansen took over as head chef after the restaurant's earlier leadership under Jakob de Neergaard and Christian Ebbe.

• 2007

  First Michelin star

  [1]Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org

  Søllerød Kro received its first Michelin Guide star during Jakob de Neergaard's tenure.

• 2001

  Jakob de Neergaard took over the kitchen

  [1]Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org

  Jakob de Neergaard became responsible for the kitchen and later led the restaurant to its first Michelin star.

• 1980

  Reputation established among Denmark's leading restaurants

  [1]Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org

  During the 1980s, Søllerød Kro developed a reputation as one of the best restaurants in Denmark.

• 1964

  Building listed for preservation

  [1]Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org

  The Søllerød Kro building was listed in 1964, formalizing protection of its historic character.

• 1677

  Inn building dates to 1677

  [1]Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org

  The historic building occupied by Søllerød Kro dates from 1677 and faces the village pond in Søllerød.

A heritage Danish destination restaurant combining a seventeenth-century inn setting with contemporary fine dining and a Michelin-recognized culinary tradition.

• Restaurant

  Fine-dining restaurant service

  Søllerød Kro's principal offering is an elevated restaurant experience served in a historic Danish inn. The available source identifies the establishment as a one-Michelin-star restaurant, but does not provide a sufficiently detailed current menu or named signature dishes.

• 2013

  Appointment of Brian Mark Hansen as head chefStrategy

  Background

  Following earlier kitchen leadership by Jakob de Neergaard and Christian Ebbe, the restaurant changed its head-chef leadership.

  Action taken

  Brian Mark Hansen took over the head-chef position.

  Aftermath

  The appointment continued Søllerød Kro's model of chef-led culinary direction.

  Source

• 2007

  Michelin-star recognitionOther

  Background

  Søllerød Kro pursued and achieved recognition within the international fine-dining evaluation system.

  Action taken

  The Michelin Guide awarded the restaurant its first star.

  Aftermath

  The award strengthened the restaurant's positioning as a destination for high-end Danish dining.

  Source

• 2001

  Appointment of Jakob de Neergaard as head chefStrategy

  Background

  The restaurant appointed Jakob de Neergaard to lead its kitchen during a period when Søllerød Kro was already recognized as one of Denmark's leading restaurants.

  Action taken

  De Neergaard took over the kitchen and directed the restaurant's culinary program.

  Aftermath

  During his tenure, Søllerød Kro received its first Michelin star in 2007.

  Source

1. 1Søllerød Kroen.wikipedia.org