Noma reopened its Copenhagen restaurant on August 5, 2026. The key change is that René Redzepi has not left entirely: he has stepped back from day-to-day operations to focus on his role as creative director while remaining the owner.
The new operating structure includes Executive Head Chef Pablo Soto, CEO Annika de Las Heras, and head of research and development Mette Brink Søberg. Soto oversees the kitchen, while the CEO and head of research and development jointly form the day-to-day management structure.
Noma’s transformation is closer to a division between ownership and creative responsibilities and day-to-day management than to the founder’s complete departure.
How the Menu Operation Changed with the Reopening
Instead of its previous three seasons per year, Noma introduced 12 menus that change monthly. According to the official reservation information, the 2026 menu is priced at 4,500 DKK, while the wine pairing is listed at 2,000 DKK.
| Item | 2026 Information |
|---|---|
| Copenhagen reopening date | August 5 |
| Menu format | 12 monthly seasons |
| Menu price | 4,500 DKK |
| Wine pairing | 2,000 DKK |
According to an AP report, Pablo Soto said reservations were nearly full for the first three months after the reopening, from August through October. This reflects the reservation situation reported at the time and may change as availability develops.
Michelin Listing Status Requires Separate Verification
Although Noma reopened, it was not listed in the 2026 Michelin Guide. The MICHELIN Guide Nordic Countries 2026 materials marked Noma Copenhagen as closed.
The reopening and Noma’s 2026 Michelin listing status should therefore be considered separately. Based on the currently confirmed information, it is not possible to predict a future Michelin reassessment or rating.
Current Structure at a Glance
- Restaurant: Noma Copenhagen, reopened on August 5, 2026
- Day-to-day kitchen operations: Pablo Soto, Executive Head Chef
- Day-to-day management: Annika de Las Heras, CEO
- Research and development: Mette Brink Søberg
- René Redzepi: Owner and creative director
- Menu: 12 seasons changing monthly
- 2026 Michelin Guide: Not listed
This reopening can be viewed as a case in which Noma’s operating leadership and menu structure changed at the same time. However, because Redzepi remains the owner and creative director, describing the change as the founder’s complete departure would not match the confirmed facts.