Southeast Iceland
The petrol station opposite Hótel Skaftafell has a cafeteria serving a well-priced hot dish of the day alongside burgers and pizzas, and it sells a small…
Must-see restaurants in Iceland
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
An easy stop on Laugavegur for the foot weary. Choose from the coffees, salads and sandwiches on offer while allowing continued people-watching through…
North Iceland
Petrol, bathrooms, wi-fi, a shop and a grill bar – stop in, as there's not much else along this stretch of Ring Road for a while (until Blönduós, if you…
Southeast Iceland
The year-round cafe beside the lagoon is a decent pit stop for information and a snack, but its offerings are basic and the small, dated space is usually…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Near Hallgrímskirkja, you can duck in here for a bite to eat and a cup of coffee in a pinch, but there are more exciting places nearby. Best seats are…
North Iceland
At the harbour is this sweet old-time cafe, luring customers with the usual suspects: soup, panini, quiche and cakes, plus heartier meals of lamb chops…
Mývatn Region
Busy, well-stocked supermarket (with petrol pumps) next to the visitor centre. Has a grill and outdoor picnic tables.
Tröllaskagi
This small, cosy restaurant is close to the boat dock and has a simple lunchtime menu of soup and sandwiches, plus burgers and catch of the day.
The South
Skógakaffi is inside the Transport Museum at the Skógar Folk Museum complex and offers basic snacks, like salmon sandwiches, cakes and soup.
East Iceland
Come to this popular, central grill bar for cracker fish and chips, burgers, hot dogs and pitas, or to start the day with eggs and bacon.
Southeast Iceland
For a quick bite, the usual fast-food suspects at the N1's busy all-day grill-bar may suffice. Kitchen closes at 9.30pm in summer.
East Iceland
The no-frills, low-key local chowhouse, serving up hot dogs, burgers and toasted sandwiches. There’s a stack of groceries, too.
Akureyri
For a quick pit stop or for picnic supplies, this small bakery and cafe on the main drag sells breads, cakes and pastries.
Southeast Iceland
Inside the visitor centre at Fjallsárlón, a cafeteria offers hot dishes, soups, a salad buffet, and assorted snacks.
East Iceland
You can get coffee, cake and a simple sandwich at the Sólbrekka schoolhouse.
North Iceland
Supermarket by the N1 is open late; also has a grill-bar serving up burgers and hot food. The kitchen closes at 9pm.
Tröllaskagi
A big bakery popular with locals and tourists alike. Stop by for coffee and cake, or sandwiches and picnic supplies.
The Golden Circle
Permanent food truck located outside the Secret Lagoon serving one thing only – fresh Icelandic fish and chips.
North Iceland
Relax in a cosy log cabin while sampling fish straight from the fjord, or other local lamb and beef dishes.
Tröllaskagi
Pick up supplies here, where you can also get simple grill-bar food. There's a petrol pump out the front.
Inland
Refuel your car and your stomach at Söluskálinn at the busy N1 service station on the Ring Road.
The Golden Circle
Self-service style modern canteen serving standard fast food plus sandwiches, soups and salads.
The Westfjords
Hópið is a low-key joint with a pool table. It serves burgers and basic Icelandic mains.
The Westfjords
The biggest grocery shop in the area is by the N1 petrol station. Also has a small cafe.
North Iceland
Sells fresh bread, sandwiches and a cabinet full of sugary cakes and pastries.
