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Dining
1. Sea Baron
Geirsgata 8
Some say the langoustine soup
recipe has changed a little since
the eponymous “Sea Baron” himself
passed away, but this harbourside
diner is as popular as ever anyway.
Get a warming cup of soup, and a
melt-in-the-mouth fresh fish kebab,
still smoky from the coals.
2. Kumiko
Grandagarður 101
Reykjavík’s first Japanese-focussed
tea house is a colourful Harajuku-
style café offering 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.
3. Sæta Svinið
Hafnarstræti 1-3
With big portions and a tasty menu,
this hip restaurant offers everything
you might desire, from juicy ling and
big bowls of mussels to a great leg
of lamb and a taste of minke whale.
Try and get a seat upstairs: it’ll be like
dining under a starry sky in the most
romantic, dim-lit set-up.
4. Sakebarinn
Laugavegur 2
Housed in a beautiful timber house in
the heart of downtown, Sakebarinn’s
window seats alone should be reason
enough to drop by. They do a variety
of sauce-laden sushi rolls—the
local favourite—but we recommend
sticking to the sushi and sashimi
platter. Order the fresh wakame
salad while you wait.
5. Brauð & Co.
Frakkastígur 16
Brauð & Co. has burst onto the bakery
scene in 101 Reykjavík. Regulars
swear by their “snuður”—cinnamon
bread rolls smothered with a sugary
glaze. They take it a step further and
stuff the classics with blueberries
and whatnot, eliciting inappropriate
satisfied moans. Get there early to
snatch a warm one.
6. Dill
Hverfisgata 12

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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. Austur-Indíafjelagið
Hverfisgata 56
The undisputed monarch of Indian
food in Iceland is the pricey-but-
worth-it Austur Indía Fjelagið. They
offer a wide selection of richly
flavoursome dishes , including
tandooris, authentic local delicacies,
homemade paneer, and vegetarian
options—and unlike most Icelandic
places, you can expect some real
spiciness.
8. Vitabar
Bergþórugata 21
This old-school burger ‘n’ beer joint is
right downtown—near Sundhöllin—
but feels like a real neighbourhood
bar. Its unassuming exterior hides
a cosy, no-frills dining room, where
you’ ll mostly be surrounded by
locals. For once.
9. Grillmarket
Lækjargata 2a
The tasting menus with produce
sourced from local purveyors have
been a hit with diners since Grillarket
opened its doors . We suggest
choosing one of the set menus and
letting the chefs go to town.
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
pregnancy cravings , spl it ting
hangovers and midnight binges. We
recommend the lamb kofte wrap: it’s
to die for.
Drinking
11. Pedersen Svítan
Ingólfsstræti 7a
This rooftop bar is located on the
top of the cavernous Gamla Bíó
theatre. It has loads of seating with
soft furniture to luxuriate on, a
view across the harbour, cocktails,
and all the sun you could wish for.
The regular crowd is mostly loud
business types, so find a good niche
to escape them.
12. Loft Hostel
Bankastræti 7a
L of t stands many heads and
shoulders above most of the al
fresco drinking spots in Reykjavík,
not least because it’s on the roof of
the Loft Hostel and has a balcony
that looks over downtown. Before
the evening-time entertainment
begins, it ’s the perfect place to
catch some late-afternoon sun.
13. Mikkeller & Friends
Hverfisgata 12
Mikkeller’s upstairs from popular
pizza place Hverfisgata 12, so you
get the advantage of good weekend
DJs and fancy bar snacks and
pizza. The true appeal, however, is
the unique selection of beers and
beyond, poured by knowledgeable
bartenders amongst antique-chic
décor.
14. Kaffibarinn
Bergstaðastræti 1
With a saloon-like atmosphere in
the daytime, when dogs and kids
run around amongst the diehard
local crowd and groups of confused
tourists, Kaffibarinn turns into an
all-out party during the small hours
of the weekend. Whether you’re
holiday day-drinking or getting
messy, it never fails to amuse.
15. Gaukurinn
Tryggvagata 22
If you prefer your music grungy, raw
and weird, then Gaukurinn is your
place. With dim lights, leather sofas
and a gender neutral bathroom,
it’s become the perfect hangout
for the unorthodox Reykjavíkingar,
so if you’re looking for like-minded
peeps to drink with, here you go.
16. Bar Ananas
Klappastígur 38
Reykjavík's only beach bar is truly a
breath of fresh air for the otherwise
dreary downtown scene. No sir,
this is no dive bar, but a club, with
an indoor smoking lounge, stairs,
a spacious bar, a tiny dance floor,
and a solid line of DJs. It’s run by the
same people as Boston, but it has a
distinctly younger crowd in its mid
to late 20s.
17. Kex Hostel
Skúlagata 28
Despite being a hostel bar, KEX Hostel
transcends that description, with an
amazing sea view over Faxaflói and
Mount Esja, beautiful décor and a
large wraparound bar. It’s especially
fun if they ’ve got a l ive show
booked, with the bonus of great
food and a good beer selection.
18. Slippbarinn
Mýrargata 2
This standard go-to bar for cocktails
holds its own as far as the mixing
game goes, with a unique menu and
highly skilled bartenders to shake
them up. The bar itself is a beautifully
designed space with a gorgeous
view, right in the Old Harbour. It
closes on the early side, but it’s great
to start out there.
Shopping
19. Hrím
Laugavegur 25
Hrím is a design store that’s also the
go-to for fancy cutlery, crockery, and
kitchen items. They offer a selection
of international products, with a
strong Icelandic presence scattered
throughout. Even if you don’t cook
much, you'll want it all.
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