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1. Kumiko
Grandagarður 101
Reykjavík’s first Japanese-focussed
tea house is a colourful Harajuku-
style cafe that offers fine Japanese
and Chinese teas, delicious cakes
and desserts, and a killer brunch
menu. The brunch presentation is an
event in itself, with three layers of
fruit, breads, dips, savouries, scones
and cakes arriving on a three-tiered
serving tray. It’s a perfect weekend
treat for two.
2. Brauð & Co.
Frakkastígur 16
One of Reykjavík’s finest bakeries.
Regulars swear by their “snuðurs”—
cinnamon bread rolls smothered with
a sugary glaze. They take it a step
further and stuff these classics with
blueberries and whatnot, eliciting
inappropriate satisfied moans. Get
there early to snatch a warm one.
3. Block Burger
Skólavörðustígur 8
Block Burger is an office favourite.
You can see their white paper to-
go bags stacked on writers’ desks,
accompanied by empty Fizzy Lizzy
soda bottles. Modelled heavily on
the American chain Shake Shack in
presentation, Block is reasonably
priced (for Reykjavík) and has quick
service. It’s a lunchtime spot worth
checking out.
4. Kaffi Vínyl
Hverfisgata 76
A dedicated vegan café, Kaffi Vínyl
offers wholesome vegan fare in
generous portions with soy-based
meat substitutes and non-dairy
milk options for beverages. As the
name suggests, they have a huge
record collection and DJs several
times a weeks. With the crackle
of vinyl lending a warm and cosy
atmosphere, and healthy guilt-free
food—what more could you want?
5. Bernhöftsbakarí
Klapparstígur 3
This much loved bakery moved from
its original location downtown to a
smaller place close to their supply
kitchens, but none of the warm
service or charm was lost in the
process. Their “runstykki” are bread
rolls available for 80 ISK apiece—a
steal any way you look at it. Try the
curry cranberry rolls and grab an
almond florentine when it makes an
appearance.
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6. Dill
Hverfisgata 12

If you’re a gourmand looking for a
memorable meal when in Reykjavík,
Dill has to top the list. Dill showcases
the best of Iceland with seasonal
menus, paying homage to the
island’s bounty, executed with all the
tweezer precision of modern cuisine.
Don’t even think twice about splurging
for the seven-course menu—it’s the
only way to do it.
7. Hraðlestin
Lækjargata 8 & Hverfisgata 64a
Not many would know, but this
restaurant is the only one that makes
masala chai an Indian mom would be
proud of. This restaurant is focussed
on street fare and everyday Indian
food. The thalis are a crowd pleaser
and in recent times they've stepped
up their game with the vegan thali on
Wednesdays and dosas for brunch
on weekends.
8. Snaps
Þórsgata 1
This beloved casual-chic French
style bistro has a forget-you’re-
in-Reykjavík vibe thanks to its lush
greenery and warm lighting. On a
grey day, nothing beats sitting by the
greenhouse walls with an excellent
French onion soup. They make a
stellar crème brûlée as well.

9. Sushi Social
Þingholtsstræti 5
Formerly known as Sushi Samba, this
Japanese/South American fusion
place had to change their name
recently—but there’s still plenty of
samba in the menu. Everything comes
with lots of lime, sauce and chilli, their
tempura batter is pleasingly light,
and the exhaustive cocktail menu
should help any sushi purists through
the fusion-cooking trauma.
10. Ali Baba
Veltusund 3b
This spot was awarded Grapevine’s
“Best Late Night Bite.” Needless to
say, it’s the perfect place to satisfy
New In Town
Sundhöllin, Barónsstígur 45a
After a years-long facelift, Reykja-
vík’s oldest swimming hall has finally
reopened its doors. Now equipped
with an outdoor pool, new hot pots,
longer opening hours and updated
changing facilities, the great un-
washed of 101 can finally slide back
into their usual hangover routine.
You’ll soak alongside a diverse mix
of Icelanders, from pop stars to
newborns to the clique of old folks
who use the pool daily to argue,
sometimes literally, about the price
of fish. Welcome back, Sundhöllin! JR
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