Reykjavík Grapevine - 10.12.2016, Síða 16

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Best lunch place
Ostabúðin
Skólavörðustígur 8
Ostabúðin was previously named as a
contender for the best seafood joint in
Rekjavík. However, where it really shines
is at lunchtime. It makes great fish of
the day and a delicious fish soup. It’s the
place where downtown professionals
grab a no-bullshit lunch with a side of
still-warm bread. It’s been open for over
a decade, which, in Reykjavík, is about
as consistent as anything has ever been.
There is also a gourmet grocery shop
on the main floor, so grab something to
take home as well.
Runners Up
Bergsson Mathús
Templarasund 3
Bergsson Mathús makes a great lunch
with wonderful accompanying salads.
Jamie Oliver stopped by there when he
visited Reykjavík with his family. With
two locations—one downtown and the
other in the Grandi harbour area—it’s
never too far away.
Jómfrúin
Lækjargata 4
Jómfrúin makes classic Danish and
Scandinavian dishes. You eat your open
faced sandwiches while taking sips
of aquavit. The shrimp pyramid has
become a popular dish, but, recently
after the Euro Cup, so has the salty
“Portuguese” dish.
Previous Winners:
2015: Ostabúðin
2014: Bergsson Mathús
2013: Ostabúðin
Best late night bite
Fish And Chips
Truck
By Geirsgata
Fish And Chips Truck brings comfort
and quality to the quagmire that is
Lækjargata late at night. Whether you
need something to do while waiting
for the taxi, or you just remembered
you forgot to eat before heading out
on the town, this food truck offers the
best of British cuisine, enhanced by the
use of Icelandic fish. Ignore the fighting
couples and dead-eyed public urinators.
Grab your food and dig in. You’ll thank
us in the morning.
Runners Up
The Deli
Bankastræti 14
Deli is not just a place to grab a slice of
pizza. It is one of the main relation-
ship-causing venues in Reykjavík. People
have met their future partner there. It
usually doesn’t last, but they might get a
couple of kids out of the deal.
Lobster Soup Truck
By Ægisgarður
Sometimes you need piping hot soup in
the middle of the night. Downing a half
pint of cream at three in the morning
is always a good idea--especially salty,
fishy cream. It can also keep your hands
warm while you wait for a cab.
Previous Winners:
2015: Chicken wings at Dirty
Burger & Ribs
2014: Nonnabiti
2013: Nonnabiti
Best place to go with a
group of friends
Tapas barinn
Vesturgata 3b
Tapas barinn makes group dining fun,
easy and intimate. You can choose
from a wide selection of small dishes,
including some Icelandic standard fare,
served tapas style. It’s the perfect place
for mixing locals and tourists in one big
group. Locals have tried all the usual
stuff and want something exciting; tour-
ists want to try Icelandic classic dishes
like puffin, whale and langoustine. Call
ahead to make sure they have a table
for you and your crew.
Runner Up
Stofan
Vesturgata 3
Stofan won best coffeeshop, and is
a pretty common place to meet with
friends. If you can grab a seat on the
couches right under the stairs on the
bottom floor, you’ll be the coolest cats
in the place. There’s also a rumour
going around town that they make a
pretty spectacular bowl of soup.
Newcomer
Oddsson
Hringbraut 121
Oddsson is the new kid in vesturbær.
It’s large, retro and has a private
karaoke booth that fits over 20 people.
You can grab a burger and a beer and,
surrounded by their signature decor
of blue furniture, enjoy the view of the
ocean. You’ll feel like you’re in a time
machine, while your parents will think
they’re having flashbacks.
Previous Winners:
2015: Tapasbarinn
2014: KEX
2013: KEX
2012: Tapas Bar
2011: Tapas Bar
Austurstræti 16 apotek.isAPOTEK KITCHEN+BAR
TRADITIONAL
ICELANDIC
SUNDAY ROAST
with all the trimmings
TRY ICELAND’S
FAVOURITE
SUNDAY MEAL!
SERVED EVERY SUNDAY
FROM 12:00–14:30
Only served for the whole table.
SLOW COOKED FREE RANGE
ICELANDIC LEG OF LAMB WITH
ROSEMARY AND GARLIC
Traditional “sugar glazed” potatoes
“Crispy” potatoes with rosemary and garlic
Home made red cabbage
Pan fried mixed mushrooms
Oven baked carrots
Green peas with mint
Sweet corn
Beer Hollandaise sauce
Mushroom sauce
2.900 kr. per person

Austurstræti 16 apotek.isAPOTEK KITCHEN+BAR
TRADITIONAL
ICELANDIC
SUNDAY ROAST
with all the trimmings
TRY ICELAND’S
FAVOURITE
UNDAY MEAL!
SERVED EVERY SUNDAY
FROM 12:00–14:30
Only served for the whole table.
SLOW COOKED FREE RANGE
ICELANDIC LEG OF LAMB WITH
ROSEMARY AND GARLIC
Traditional “sugar glazed” potatoes
“Crispy” potatoes with rosemary and garlic
Home made red cabbage
Pan fried mixed mushrooms
Oven baked carrots
Green peas with mint
Sweet corn
Beer Hollandaise sauce
Mushroom sauce
2.900 kr. per person

Austurstræti 16 apotek.isAPOTEK KITCHEN+BAR
TRADITIONAL
ICELANDIC
SUNDAY ROAST
with all the trimmings
TRY ICELAND’S
FAVOURITE
SUNDAY MEAL!
SERVED EVERY SUNDAY
FROM 12:00–14:30
Only served for the whole table.
SLOW COOKED FREE RANGE
ICELANDIC LEG OF LAMB WITH
ROSEMARY AND GARLIC
Traditional “sugar glazed” potatoes
“Crispy” potatoes with rosemary and garlic
Home made red cabbage
Pan fried mixed mushrooms
Oven baked carrots
Green peas with mint
Sweet corn
Beer Hollandaise sauce
Mushroom sauce
2.900 kr. per person