Sustainable Seafood
in Copenhagen Harbor
Our commitment to sustainability
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What is Tom's Oyster Shack?
A modern interpretation (with an emphasis on sustainability) of the clam and oyster shacks dotting the coast of America from Maine to Texas. Memories of easy going luxury and good times from Tom’s childhood and youth.
Oysters are ecosystem engineers. An adult oyster filters 200 liters of water a day, and removes excess nutrients, such as nitrogen which reduces the chance of algae blooms and red tides, as well as reintroducing oxygen into the water vital for fish and other marine life. Oyster reefs reduce coastatl erosion, protect saltmarsh, and act as carbon sumps. The responsible farming of oysters actually promotes the reinvigoration of our oceans. So you can eat them with a healthy conscience.
Serving Sustainability Every Day
Oysters are naturally one of the most sustainable seafoods, and we take that principle further here.
The shack runs with minimal plastic, minimal waste and a clear purpose: serve great things, leave no trace.
Our wines and beers come exclusively from barrels, which are returned and recycled, reducing significantly packaging waste.
It is a lighter way to enjoy bold flavors, and it is how we keep the experience clean, conscious and truly fresh.
Oysters are naturally sustainable, and we like keeping it that way.
The man behind Tom´s Oyster Shack
Meet Tom.
After years running the floors, doors, and bars of some of New York and Los Angeles’ most famous restaurants, from The Palm, Le Colonial, to the bar at Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party, Tom used his experience to open Holberg no19.
A modern day Harry’s bar just off of Nyhavn in Copenhagen, where an international clientele including IT start ups, businessmen, and tourists mingled with local Danish artists, authors, and actors over personally curated tapas, wine, coffee, and beer. It’s been featured in the Guardian, Politiken, Alt for Damerne, Rick Steves guide to Europe and Scandinavia, as well as commercials, films, and TV series. In Danish author, Niels Barfoed’s book “Begyndelser Til Enden – en Caféfortælling”, he calls it “Tom”, which is maybe why most people know it just as “Tom’s”.
Most recently, Tom has used his expertise at Matrikel 1, SoHo House, Marchal at D’Angleterre, and helped relaunch the classic Frederiksberg restaurant, Sans Souci.
Looking to host an event?
From birthdays and casual get-togethers to company events and special occasions, Tom’s Oyster Shack is a relaxed and atmospheric spot by the water. Expect fresh oysters, good drinks, and an easygoing coastal vibe that lets everyone settle in and enjoy the moment.
When planning your event, you’re welcome to suggest a preferred date and share a few details with us. We’ll take it from there and be in touch to go through availability and make sure everything is set before confirming your booking.
