Vejle is small enough that choosing somewhere to eat rarely needs to become a major logistical exercise. Most visitors will find plenty of options around the centre, and the best approach is often to decide what kind of evening you want rather than chasing a long list of “must-visit” restaurants.
Start in the centre
The pedestrian streets and surrounding blocks are the natural place to begin. You will find cafés, casual restaurants and places suited to a longer dinner within easy walking distance of one another. This is especially convenient if you are staying centrally.
Try something Danish
If you are visiting Denmark from abroad, leave room for familiar Danish favourites. “Smørrebrød” – An open sandwich at lunch, a bakery stop during the afternoon or a meal built around seasonal Nordic ingredients can be more memorable than searching for something elaborate.
Vejle also has an increasingly varied restaurant scene, so you are certainly not limited to traditional Danish food.
Do not over-plan every meal
For a short stay, I would book ahead only when there is a particular restaurant you really want to try. Otherwise, wandering through the centre and choosing somewhere that looks inviting works well.
Lunch is also a good opportunity to keep things simple. Grab something from a bakery or café and save your time for exploring. In good weather, you can even take food towards the harbour or one of the green areas nearby.
My main advice is to treat eating as part of exploring Vejle. A coffee stop, bakery window or spontaneous lunch can tell you as much about the city as another attraction.