Banana Joe

Banana Joe is my new favorite burger place in Copenhagen. The burgers are fantastic and the service is the best! Make sure to make Chiheb your friend. Actually you should make this your local burger hookup. Because you’re gonna want to come back in. Even just to say hi and have a chat.

You will not be disappointed! The objective of the place is not to sell you on the look of the restaurant but to provide the best tasting burger for an unbelievable price. The burger cost less than most beers here in Copenhagen. It’s a must go to burger place.

This review is long overdue! We visited Copenhagen July 2015 and Banana Joe was on the list of places to eat because of his awesome Unilocal reviews.
Joe is a fantastic man and his burgers are amazing! We enjoyed speaking with him and he made our trip memorable with his unique kindness that you just can’t find everyday. Thank you so much Joe and we will be back again in July 2016!

A little homesick from the U.S. so I dropped in here on my first night in Copenhagen. Perfect spot. Small, the owner is friendly and helps to pick an order. Burger is like any Mom-​and-​Pop spot you’d find in America: large, messy, perfect. After a long day’s drive, this amazing little spot was the truth.

Un petit trésor dans cette ville si chère!
Tout petit endroit (3 tables) où manger de délicieux burgers et se rassasier pour 10 € :)
La viande est pur bœuf et est badigeonnée d’une sauce délicieuse qui la garde bien moelleuse, juteuse et goûteuse :D Si j’avais encore eu faim j’aurais eu envie d’en manger un deuxième ;) On a aussi vu pas mal de gens qui venaient chercher des commandes à emporter donc cela semble populaire auprès des Danois aussi.
Le patron (qui est aussi le chef) est super sympa, et, cerise sur le gâteau, venant de Tunisie, il est parfaitement francophone ;)

My last night in Cph, I wanted a burger, even a bit far away, I still decided to go to Banana Jor due to the ratings.
And I’m glad I made a right decision. The owner is SO friendly! Even after I forgot to order fries (I thought they’re included like McDonald’s), he gave it for FREE.
About the food, I don’t know what he did to make his special burger taste that amazing!
Banana Joe basically lightened up my last night after 3 «meh» days at Cph.
However if shop is rennovated to look cleaner and brighter, it will be a bomb!

The owner is super nice and, in Kbv, where the service sucks big time, it is indeed a great deal. However, the burgers are quite average. I won’t come back.

On my last day in Copenhagen I’ve finally made it to Banana Joe and everything you’ve might read about this place is true. The owner is one of the friendliest guys I’ve ever met. He just makes you feel welcome and furthermore is truly funny and intersting. I ordered an Banana Joe Special, which was just great and tasty. Just as promised… we’ll be back and everybody currently in Copenhagen should visit Banana Joe. It’s just as great as all the reviews are telling you

After reading the reviews I had to give Banana Joe’s a try and it was so worth it! The special burger is one of the best I’ve ever had and meeting Joe makes it an incredibly fantastic experience. He is a true host who will make you feel right at home. Highly recommended!

I had high hopes for Banana Joe’s due to its great reviews, and I was not disappointed!
I had the Banana Joe Special burger and it was utterly delicious. The only thing better than the food was Joe’s incredible attention to customer service.
Truly a great guy and a great shop. Don’t miss out on this gem!

I’ve now been coming to Joe’s for four years. Quality has remained the same since the first time I walked through Banana Joe’s door. It’s much more than just the signature Banana Joe Burger, which is fantastic. The fish burger is also absolutely amazing and the chicken burger is delicious. This, of course, means that you need at least three visits to Banana Joe’s to properly get a feel for what makes this burger joint so special.

While visiting Copenhagen, we were excited to try Banana Joe and sink our teeth into a hearty burger after trekking around the city all day. From the outside, Banana Joe is a «hole in the wall”-esque restaurant that’s easy to miss. However, I’m happy to report that it’s well worth making a pit stop.
THE GOOD:
— Banana Joe sticks to one thing and does it very well: burgers. We each got the «special burger», which is a big, beefy burger with cheese and a fried egg (vacation calories don’t count, right?). Take your first bite and everything comes together to create this runny, juicy burger heaven, with the yolk and special sauce drizzling down your arm and over your fries.
— The owner of the shop is a one-​man show and made us feel right at home. We are picky eaters — I don’t care for pickles, cucumbers or tomatoes on my burgers — and he took care to make each of our burgers exactly as ordered.
— A special burger, side of fries and can of Fanta came to less than 100 DKK — a true rarity in a city like Copenhagen.
THE BAD:
— I pose this as a warning to folks that don’t like getting messy: you’re going to get messy. Personally, I don’t mind one bit, so I’m not docking off a star — I’m not trying to look my best when sitting in a burger joint. The owner has forks and knives on hand if that’s your style.
All in all, we left Banana Joe extremely full and satisfied. I would definitely recommend it to locals and visitors alike.

Today I walked into Banana Joe craving an excellent burger, and I must have done something right in life because I was indeed granted an excellent burger.
I got the Banana Joe Special (52kr) which comes with cheese, patty, tomatoes, lettuce cucumber, FRIED EGG, and the special sauce.
Appearance wise it didn’t seem like a gourmet burger place so I was confused on why he provided fork and knives. I feel like the best way to eat a burger is with your hands. However, it’s quite impossible to do so with this burger. Once you pick the burger up the sauce and yolk flood out of the burger so it is best if you use the utensils.
The owner was very nice and checked on me to see if I was satisfied. While I was eating, a man came in and ordered but went outside to find his wallet. He ended up not having it and apologized profusely for canceling his order. The owner told him that it is important that he eats and told him to pay next time :’)
It was a nice moment to witness and shows that the owner genuinely cares for his food and his customers.

N’hésitez pas une seule seconde, allez manger chez Banana Joe, sans aucun doute le meilleur burger de Copenhague !
De plus, le propriétaire est exceptionnel et saura vous mettre à l’aise comme à la maison !
Nous avons passé un excellent moment en sa compagnie. Étant très ouvert d’esprit et très gentil, nous avons pu parler de tout et de rien sans retenue !
Le confort et la satisfaction de ses clients passent avant tout, la preuve ils nous a même offert les menus que nous avions commandés !
Autre atout, ils parlent 5 langues dont le Français !
Pour résumé, notre dimanche soir pluvieux s’est transformé en un moment convivial et très agréable chez Banana Joe !

I would have given four stars had I been a big fan of burger, but I am not — so it’s going to be an A-​OK from me.
To be fair, the burger (I got the Banana Joe special, with fried egg inside!) is delicious. It’s got great sauce and very messy to eat (and Danes, you’re supposed to eat burgers with your hands!) and I like it the way it is, especially with that price. What a bargain!
But like I said — I am not a big burger eater, so chance that I am coming here again to have a burger is probably minuscule.

The ratings are true. Delicious burgers. Affordable prices. Simple nice guy. He was kind to translate the available options and easily help my decision for the special.

Really value for money
Best deal in Copenhagen by far
The burger was filling
The meat was nice and the chips crispy
I got the banana joe burger and it was delicious

After 7 years on Unilocal,I’m happy to give my 500^th review to Banana Joe. I’ve walked/​biked by this place so many times; first mistaking it for a smoothie place and later your average grill bar. Don’t make the same mistake as I did.
«Joe» makes burgers with care, using fresh ingredients and charging you the bare minimum. We got a cheeseburger, a deluxe cheeseburger, large fries, and a coke here for 100 kr. No brioche or truffle or fancy cheeses here; he uses a soft burger bun, ubiquitous orange cheese, and what I’d be a fool to assume was free-​range meat. However, it all comes together into a hot, beautiful mess with good crispy fries. What you get is a very straightforward burger and great conversation with a genuine and friendly guy. Even if you can’t get a seat in this closet of an eatery, I’d still get a simple burger and fries to take away. My only regret is not seeing that they have a burger that comes with a fried egg! Next time, Banana Joe.

Cheap well made burgers. However, as a burger connoisseur I would like to see Joe try making his own buns as well as upgrading the fries to a better brand. I would gladly pay extra.
The service by Joe himself is great as he is very open and friendly.

Banana Joe’s is a surprise wonder in Copenhagen. Excellent quality food, simple — delicious food at a reasonable price, and Chiheb himself, the light and soul of the place. Walking along the street you’d be surprised by the small, Spartan shop he’s created, heck, I’d even walked by a few times without thinking about it. But take that chance, step inside, and give him the opportunity and the food, sauces, and hospitality will knock your socks off!
The shop itself is clean, organized and the kitchen is in great shape. Banana Joe is a chef with a real passion and drive for good food and a firm believer that the people make the atmosphere and the place.
You can drop by for a Burger, or for great company and good conversation. Humor, community and mouthwatering food all mixed into one. Banana Joe’s Special burger is dripping with sauces and flavor, a large patty seasoned perfectly, mixed with a flavorful surprise of sauces and toppings that have rightfully earned Banana Joe’s the prestige of best burger in Copenhagen.
Not in the mood for a burger? Don’t despair, Banana Joe’s Taxi Steak, Chicken, and mixed grill plates are equally delicious. With a perfect blend of flavor that compliments each individual taste, and come together in a symphony of goodness. He has made a couple of special dishes for me over the last few weeks, and I have to say, he made a ravioli that was the best I’ve ever had. Without a doubt the most tender, delicious in mouth texture and taste I’ve ever experienced for Ravioli. He know how to cook almost every type of food, but he puts a certain passion and love into his food that makes it special.
Be warned, the shop is designed mostly for take away, and there is only counter/​seating space for about six people, with two or four more seated outside. That said, it is absolutely worth it to wait for one of those seats and get a chance to talk to the man himself. The owner is a one man show, and he’s passionate and friendly with a big smile, a great sense of humor and a welcoming hospitality that is hard to find in todays rushed modern world.
Definitely 5 stars for an economical and delicious restaurant

Whenever I visit Copenhagen, I have to hit up Banana Joe. Been coming here for years because the man knows how to make an epic burger. Portions are huge and totally worth your money.
Thanks for being an awesome human being, Banana Joe. You’re a kind generous person, and Peter and I can’t wait to see you next time we’re back in DK. Peter says hi! Tusind tak!

Joe was awesome! We had no Danish kroner so he said that we could eat and pay tomorrow, but since we were leaving the next day, we found an ATM and took out 100 kroner and ordered two special burgers.
They were delicious and quite filling. Joe even have us two free cokes and Popsicles for our troubles and had a chat with us. If I ever come back to Copenhagen, I’ll make sure to come back here again.