Reykjavík Grapevine - 10.10.2014, Page 44

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All the games and all the action!
Live music!
Save Water, Drink Beer
Fish • Lamb • Whale
Icelandic cuisine with a twist
Icelandic music and nightlife
Mix with the locals
...and all the Icelandic beers in one awsome place!
INGÓLFSSTRÆTI 1A 101 REYKJAVÍK
WWW.ISLENSKIBARINN.IS TEL: 517 6767
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Eating
Drinking
Argentína
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.
Barónsstígur 11a
Café Haiti
Nestled in one of the former fishing
warehouses of the old harbour, Café Haiti
is surely one of Reykjavík’s best cafés (and
this is no mean feat, as the city has some
nice coffee on offer). Go there for an excel-
lent cup and some delicious light snacks
during the day, or indulge in beer and low-
key concerts at night.
Geirsgata 7b/Verbúð 2
6 Loft Hostel
With a brilliant location right in the centre of
the action, the views from the upstairs bar
and rooftop patio at the Loft Hostel can't
be more entertaining. In addition to clean,
comfortable rooms for all types of travellers,
this new hostel is quickly becoming a hotspot
for live music and comfortable accommoda-
tion alike.
Bankastræti 7
8 Reykjavík Roasters
Reykjavík Roasters make the best coffee
you will drink in Reykjavík. They take that
stuff super seriously, roasting their beans
on-site and employing folks who know just
how to churn out a good cup of whatever
type coffee it is you thirst for. Furthermore,
the atmosphere is unique, of the kind you
will only find (and grow to love) in Reykjavík.
Kárastígur 1
9Kaldi 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
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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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GRANDAGARÐUR 2, 101 REYKJAVÍK
TEL.: 511 1517
WWW.SAGAMUSEUM.IS
A Viking museum that
gives a compelling view
into Icelandic history
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Nestled in a refurbished fishing hut in
the newly-flourishing area of Grandi, The
Coocoo’s Nest is a cosy and airy cafe, offering
California-casual brunch, lunch, and dinner,
with an Italian twist. With large windows and
light wood throughout, this is perfect for a
lazy Saturday get-together or an afternoon
‘aperitivo’ after work. If you are in that part of
town, head over for a warm-up.
Grandagarður 23
The Coocoo's Nest5
Icelandic Fish & Chips
Not your average fish’n’chips joint, this
healthy restaurant uses only organic vegeta-
bles and quality fish products to serve their
fancy take on a fast-food classic. The spiced
‘Skyronnaise’ sauce is a special treat, and
their clean, casual location by the harbour is
full of charm.
Tryggvagata 11
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Sjávargrillið
If you’re looking for traditional Icelandic food
done right, Sjávargrillið is definitely a place
to go. Gústav Gunnlaugsson, Icelandic Chef
of the year 2010, is the head chef at this
establishment and he does not mess around.
Whether you’re a curious tourist or a native
Icelander, you won’t be disappointed by any
of the Icelandic dishes on this menu.
Skólavörðustígur 14
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Höfnin
Spoiler alert: Seafood comes from the sea.
So if you want your seafood fresh, it’s to the
sea you’ve got to go. With prime real estate
carved out right next to the Reykjavík marina,
Höfnin (“The Harbour”) has a leg up in this
game. Enjoy the wide selection of expertly
cooked shellfish as well as cod, salmon and
other dishes. Landlubbers will also find four-
legged fare to suit their tastes.
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