The story of Sallie’s By The Sea - authentic American restaurant by the sea

Sallie's By The Sea in Korsør is located next to Korsør Marina, beautifully located with panoramic views of the sea and the Great Belt Bridge. Here, guests can enjoy a wide range of classic American dishes with a fantastic view of the water - especially at sunset, when the atmosphere is completely unique.

Atmosphere, design and menu like in the 50s

When you step through the door, it feels as if time has stood still. The restaurant is decorated with inspiration from our first restaurant in Albertslund, which was built in 1955, in true 50s style - down to the smallest detail.

Tables, chairs, lamps, wallpapers and colors exude authenticity and nostalgia and create the setting for new memories with those you love.

There is room for presence and space to enjoy, while the food, sounds and surroundings take you on a historical journey back in time. At Sallie's, the setting is never a backdrop. The owners and third generation at the place, Claus and Henrik Hansen, believe in authenticity in everything they do. They also believe in never stagnating and always taking chances. It's all in order for you to be able to step in and be present with those who matter to you.

Sallie’s By The Sea is a little different from its predecessors, however. When you enter, you also enter Korsør’s history. At the entrance, we have reused the original ferry doors from the Great Belt ferry M/F Dronning Ingrid, which sailed between Korsør and Nyborg since 1951. After many years on the water, the ferry was scrapped in 2016 - and here we had the opportunity to give a part of its history new life. The historic doors welcome our guests as a tribute to the city’s maritime heritage.

Sallie's long history in Korsør

Korsør has always been an important point for transportation, and Sallie’s also has a special place in the town’s history. Since the Middle Ages, Korsør has served as a base for merchant ships and the central crossing point between Zealand and Funen (via the Korsør–Nyborg route), right up until the opening of the Great Belt Link in 1998.

When Sallie Zimmerchakel opened Wittrup Motel and Sallie’s Restaurant and Snackbar in Albertslund in 1955, they quickly had many guests from Korsør. Many were travelers to and from Korsør and Copenhagen who needed a place to stay and eat on the way. For people from Korsør, it was especially convenient to stay at Wittrup and Sallie’s, as we were among the first motels where you could park your car right in front of your room!

Today, the restaurant attracts many guests from Slagelse and also serves as a popular dining spot for travelers taking a break from the E20 highway between Jutland, Funen and Zealand. We are located right next to Korsør Marina and therefore also serve many sailors and tourists. There is also a large space for camper vans, which are always welcome at the restaurant.

Denmark's first cheeseburger and other delicious dishes

Sallie’s By The Sea in Korsør is built around the authentic story of Sallie, her motel and the accompanying snack bar from the 50s. Sallie’s also has a special place in Danish history - among other things, we served the first cheeseburger in Denmark.

Today, much of the menu is directly inspired by what Sallie served in the 1950s. Here you can find, among other things, Sallie’s Original Cheeseburger, various steaks, fish ‘n’ chips, pulled pork, Sallie’s American Style Barbecue Ribs and a number of other dishes - including vegetarian dishes. The emphasis is on quality, and most of the food is prepared according to their own recipes, even the mayonnaise.

Among Sallie's beverages you will find various high-quality milkshakes, including Sallie's Original Coffee Shake, which Lise Nørgaard was served when she, as a journalist for the daily newspaper Politiken, visited the place in 1955 in connection with the opening.

At Sallie’s By The Sea, guests can sit on the terrace and enjoy the view of the Great Belt and the bridge with a Sallie’s burger and milkshake in hand. The evenings can be especially fabulous with magnificent sunsets.

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