Reykjavík Grapevine - 04.04.2014, Blaðsíða 38

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Food
Drinking
Fish
Not one, but two Fish restaurants have
opened up, one on Ingólfsstræti, the other on
Skólavörðustigur. Whether it's the catch of
the day or a chicken pesto sandwich you're
ordering, you can't go wrong!
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The Coocoo's Nest
Nestled in an old fishing hut in the flourishing
area of Grandi is a Californian deli with an
Italian twist. What is a Californian deli? You’ll
have to pay them a visit to find out. The own-
ers, Íris and Lucas, have put much thought
and work into every square inch of the place,
creating a cosy and warm atmosphere. If you
are in that part of town, head over to get your
brunch or lunch fill of the day.
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Gló
Gló has been introducing Icelanders to
healthy eating for several years, offering a
simple menu of delicious food made from
organic ingredients. Patrons have a choice
between the raw, vegetarian (occasionally
vegan) and chicken meals, each including
a healthy portion of tasty salad, with the
option of one of several chocolate cakes for
pudding.
Laugavegur 20b
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Argentína Steakhouse
Argentína is the best place in the world for a
red meat-loving person to have a special
celebration. One of the oldest steak houses
in town, it has worked hard to earn its name
and has never wavered from its red meat
loving stature.
Barónsstíg 11a
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Stofan
Voted the best place to read a book in the
Grapevine Best of Reykjavík 2012 awards,
this old-timey coffee house is something
straight out of a Carl Larsson painting. A
perfect place to spend the day sitting on
their antique furniture and sipping delicious
drinks, both alcoholic and otherwise.
Ingólfstorg, Aðalstræti 7
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Grandagarði 23
Tíu Dropar
A well-established gem in Reykjavík. Read or
chit-chat comfortably with a hot or alcoholic
drink in this cosy basement with vintage
décor. The laid-back atmosphere makes it
perfect for romantics and philosophers alike.
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8 Kaldi Bar
A small, stylish drinking hole popular with
the after-work business crowd, this is a
great place to feel a little classier and drink
with dignity. The beer selection is top-notch,
and the handcrafted interior tips the scales
of upscale rustic charm. You can be certain
that conversation will rule, not loud music.
Laugavegur 20b
9Harlem
This super hip bar has the super unique
signature of being handpainted by sixteen
local artists and designers. So naturally it’s
really popular with the art crowd! Come by
any night for one of the many excellent DJs
on the roster, live performances in the back
room or karaoke nights. Cheap drinks and
good times abound.
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Useful Numbers
Emergency number: 112
Medical help: 1770
Dental emergency: 575 0505
Information: 118
Taxi: Hreyfill-Bæjarleiðir: 588 5522
BSR: 561 0000
Tax-Free Refund
Iceland Refund, Aðalstræti 2, tel: 564 6400
Tourist Information
Arctic Adventures, Laugavegur 11,
tel: 562 7000
City Centre, Aðalstræti 2, tel: 590 1550
Iceland Excursions – Grayline Iceland,
Hafnarstræti 20, tel: 540 1313
The Icelandic Travel Market, Bankastræti 2,
tel: 522 4979
Trip, Laugavegur 54, tel: 433 8747
Pharmacies
Lyf og heilsa, Egilsgata 3, tel: 563 1020
Lyfja, Laugavegur 16, tel: 552 4045 and Lág-
múla 5, tel: 533 2300
Coach Terminal
BSÍ, Vatnsmýrarvegur 10,
tel: 562 1011, www.bsi.is
Domestic Airlines
Air Iceland, Reykjavíkurflugvöllur,
tel: 570 3030, www.flugfelag.is
Eagle Air, Hótel Loftleiðir, tel: 562 4200
Public Transport
The only public transport available in Reykjavík
is the bus. Most buses run every 20–30 minutes
(the wait may be longer on weekends) and the
price per fare is 350 ISK for adults and children.
Multiple day passes are available for purchase at
select locations. Complete route map available
at: www.bus.is. Tel: 540 2700. Buses run from
07:00–24:00 on weekdays and 10:00–24:00 on
weekends. Main terminals are: Hlemmur and
Lækjartorg.
Opening Hours
Bars and clubs: According to regulations,
bars can stay open until 01:00 on weekdays and
04:30 on weekends.
Shops: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat 10:00–16:00,
Sun closed. The shopping centres Kringlan and
Smáralind as well as most supermarkets and
tourist shops have longer opening hours.
Swimming pools: Weekdays 06:30–22:00 and
weekends 09:00–17:00, although each pool
varies plus or minus a few hours.
Banks in the centre are open Mon-Fri 09:00-
16:00.
Post Offices
Post offices are located around the city. The
downtown post office is at Pósthússtræti 3–5,
open Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00. Stamps are also
sold at bookstores, gas stations, tourist shops
and some grocery stores.
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At the Laundromat Café you can do your
laundry, drink a beer and have a grandma
read to your children all under one roof. This
kid-friendly café/bar/restaurant prides itself
on its diverse menu, good service, a 5,000
book library (that you can buy or trade from),
board games, newspapers and magazines
(including a fancy WALL OF GRAPEVINES!).
Austurstræti 9
5 Laundromat Café
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Aðalstræti 10, Reykjavík
Museum of Design and
Applied Art, Garðabær
www.kraum.is
(354) 517 7797
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Opening hours
September — May
9:00 — 18:00 weekdays
10:00 — 17:00 saturdays
12:00 — 17:00 sundays