Iceland review - 2016, Page 122

120 ICELAND REVIEW
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Sjávarpakkhúsið, inside an over-100-year-old former warehouse
down by the Stykkishólmur docks, serves fresh local seafood
with an authentic fishing town atmosphere on the side. The
menu includes blue mussels from Breiðafjörður bay, and pan-
fried fish of the day, which varies depending on the catch
brought in by local fishermen, right outside the restaurant’s
windows. The menu ranges from traditional Icelandic everyday
dishes, such as plokkfiskur, a fish-and-potato stew with a twist,
to Italian-inspired seafood pasta, and from the casual fish burger
with a special herb mayonnaise, to the fine-dining option of
plaice. The menu also includes vegetarian alternatives, as well
as tempting starters—the cured cod is a must-try—and sweet
treats for dessert.
Hafnargata 2, 340 Stykkishólmur. 438-1800. sjavarpakkhusid.is
SJÁVARPAKKHÚSIÐ
In rural West Iceland, you’ll find a culinary surprise at the sustain-
able and eco-friendly Rjúkandi Hotel and Restaurant. Re-opening
as a family business in 2013, a restaurant has been operated on the
premises for 70 years. Rjúkandi serves homemade bread and cakes,
hearty lunches and delicious dinners with seasonal local ingredients
and a Mediterranean twist. The fish of the day varies: cod, salmon,
catfish, trout… whatever catch is freshest. The blue mussels are cul-
tivated in Breiðafjörður bay and the meat comes from neighboring
farms. Also the greens are locally-grown. A welcome break from the
usual roadside diners, Rjúkandi café is open daily from 10 am-6 pm
and at the restaurant from 6 pm-9:30 pm. The opening hours change
during the off-season.
Rjúkandi, Vegamót, Snæfellsnes. 788-9100. rjukandi.com
RJÚKANDI
The Borgarnes Settlement Center (Landnámssetur Íslands) is not
only home to a fun, informative and interactive museum, but also
a bright and spacious restaurant that serves some of the best food
in Borgarnes, West Iceland. The family-friendly restaurant offers a
relaxed environment with friendly staff, high-quality food, reasona-
ble prices and a menu that has something for everyone. Guests can
choose from a range of traditional Icelandic dishes, like plokkfiskur
(a creamy mashed fish stew), lamb, fresh fish, mussels and lobster.
The menu also includes pasta dishes and hamburgers, light refresh-
ments, homemade cakes and vegetarian options—not to mention a
popular lunch buffet that features fresh soups and salads, as well as
homemade bread.
Brákarbraut 13-15, 310 Borgarnes. 437-1600. landnam.is
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