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Why You Should Dine with Giant Pandas at Copenhagen Zoo

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If you’re looking for one of the most unique dining experiences in Copenhagen, you have to visit Bistro Ailu at Copenhagen Zoo. This one-of-a-kind restaurant lets you enjoy delicious Asian cuisine while watching giant pandas play just outside the window, making it one of the highlights of our trip to Denmark.

What is Bistro Ailu?

Located inside Copenhagen Zoo, Bistro Ailu is an Asian-inspired restaurant overlooking the giant panda exhibit.

The walkway leading to Bistro Ailu inside Copenhagen Zoo before dining with the giant pandas.
The peaceful walk to Bistro Ailu takes you through Copenhagen Zoo

Unlike a typical zoo restaurant, the main attraction here isn’t just the food!

The entrance to Bistro Ailu, the restaurant overlooking the giant panda exhibit at Copenhagen Zoo.
Bistro Ailu is located inside Copenhagen Zoo and offers one of the most unique dining experiences in Copenhagen

It’s the opportunity to enjoy your meal while watching giant pandas wander, climb, and play just outside the windows.

How to Reserve a Table

Reservations are recommended, especially during the busy summer months.

Once you have your table booked, all that’s left to do is arrive at Copenhagen Zoo and make your way to Bistro Ailu.

Dining Just Steps Away from Giant Pandas

As soon as we were seated, we couldn’t believe how close the pandas were.

A giant panda relaxing near the viewing windows at Copenhagen Zoo while guests dine at Bistro Ailu.
Watching the giant pandas from our table at Bistro Ailu made this one of the most unforgettable meals

Throughout our meal, they wandered right up to the windows, coming within just a few feet of our table.

A giant panda walking just outside the windows of Bistro Ailu at Copenhagen Zoo while guests enjoy their meal.
At Bistro Ailu, you can dine with giant pandas in Copenhagen while watching them wander just inches from your table

Watching them play while enjoying lunch made this experience feel completely different from any other restaurant we’ve visited.

What We Ordered

Bistro Ailu serves a variety of Asian-inspired dishes that are perfect for lunch while exploring the zoo.

Asian-inspired dishes served at Bistro Ailu inside Copenhagen Zoo, including spring rolls, bao buns, skewers, and soup.
Bistro Ailu serves a variety of Asian-inspired dishes, making it a delicious stop while visiting the giant pandas at Copenhagen Zoo.

Whether you’re stopping in for a full meal or just taking a break during your visit, the menu offers something for everyone.

Watching the Pandas

Without a doubt, the pandas were the highlight of our visit.

Seeing these incredible animals from such a close distance while enjoying a meal made for an unforgettable experience.

A giant panda walking directly outside the dining room windows at Bistro Ailu in Copenhagen Zoo.
The giant pandas wandered right up to the windows during our meal

And we found ourselves spending just as much time watching them as we did eating.

Is Bistro Ailu Worth It?

Absolutely.

Dining at Bistro Ailu quickly became one of our favorite experiences in Copenhagen.

Between the delicious food, beautiful setting, and the chance to watch giant pandas just inches away, it’s an experience that’s hard to find anywhere else.[Insert affiliate link]

Watch My Experience

Want to see what this experience is really like?

I filmed our entire visit so you can see exactly what to expect before you go—from the atmosphere and highlights to our honest first impressions.

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