Iceland review - 2016, Page 123

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When you dine by the docks of Iceland’s lobster-fishing capital,
you know you’re in for a treat. The charming seafood restaurant
Humarhöfnin is situated in a historical building, which used to be
the co-op for farmers and fishermen in Höfn, a Southeast Iceland
fishing village with the breathtaking backdrop of Vatnajökull gla-
cier. Open year-round, the restaurant specializes in langoustine (as
the lobster caught off Iceland is called), which has a unique sweet
taste. Grilled in butter and garlic, Humarhöfnin’s lobster is to die for.
The seafood, potatoes and herbs all come from the Hornafjörður
area, and lamb from East Iceland and farmed Arctic char from the
South also feature on the menu. Humarhöfnin vows to make every
meal a beautiful experience you will not soon forget.
Hafnarbraut 4, 780 Höfn. 478-1200 humarhofnin.is
HUMARHÖFNIN
Lobster. That’s what the dining experience at Fjöruborðið (‘The
Seashore’) is all about, where Icelandic lobster, or langoustine, is
served delicately grilled and drizzled with melted herb butter and
a spritz of lemon. As a starter, its flavor infuses the delicate cream-
iness of the lobster soup, the self-proclaimed ‘Best in the Republic
of Iceland.’ Although you can also find a tender lamb filet and
crispy vegetable tarte on the main course menu, lobster is what
makes this cozy eatery in the seaside village of Stokkseyri, 60 km
(37 miles) from Reykjavík, so popular with locals and visitors
alike.
Eyrarbraut 3a, 825 Stokkseyri. 483-1550. fjorubordid.is
FJÖRUBORÐIÐ
Step back in time and enjoy modern Icelandic and interna-
tional cuisine in a setting rich in history. Rauða Húsið (‘The
Red House’) is countryside fine dining at its best. Located in a
historical house in the 19th century trading hub of Eyrarbakki
on the south coast, it’s a stop not to be missed on your tour
of the Golden Circle or south coast. We specialize in seafood
delivered directly from the fishermen, including the finest
langoustine in Iceland, although our varied menu also includes
Icelandic lamb, other meat and vegetarian dishes, sumptuous
desserts and coffee drinks. Top off your lunch or dinner with
a stroll down the seaside path just across the street from the
restaurant.
Búðarstígur 4, 820 Eyrarbakki. 483-3330. raudahusid.is
RAUÐA HÚSIÐ
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