Reykjavík
Burgers, super-fresh salads, energy shots, nutritious smoothies and cold-pressed juices make this the venue of choice for the neighbourhoods health…
Must-see restaurants in Reykjavík
Reykjavík
Look for the life-sized fibreglass bull, painted in Spanish yellow and red, then settle down to sample some of the 50 tapas-style nibbles. To olives and…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Expect to eat lavishly at high-end Holt, where a combination of Icelandic ingredients and largely European flourishes transforms stalwarts such as rhubarb…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Blink and you'll miss this tiny six-table cafe (a favourite of Björk’s). It looks like a cross between an eccentric bookshop and an underground art…
Reykjavík
Icelanders swear the city's best hot dogs are found at this truck near the harbour (patronised by Bill Clinton and late-night bar-hoppers). Use the vital…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
The aromas wafting from the northernmost Indian restaurant in the world draw you inside to find a refined, upmarket experience, with a choice of sublime…
Reykjavík
Tapas restaurants are popular in the capital, and this hip joint near the harbour is a favourite for its menu of creative plates like cod and pork belly…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Six pots of steaming soups make this snazzy downtown corner a top lunch spot for non-meat eaters. The place is entirely vegetarian (some options are vegan…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Ban Thai is by far the local favourite for Thai food and a fair few Hollywood stars have dropped in too. Find it just east of Hlemmur Sq. It also has a…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Excellent Asian-style tapas and great local draught beers are just part of the draw at this central gastropub. It's also a fun place to hang out, with its…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
At this intimate, atmospheric place, traditionally Italian dishes are prepared with elements from Nordic cuisine – the tomatoes are pickled and the capers…
Reykjavík
Pick your fish and, voila, spelt-batter fried it becomes. Pair it with local beer, organic salads (990kr) and ‘Skyronnaises’ – skyr-based sauces (eg basil…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Kolabrautin, high up on the top of the Harpa concert hall, creatively teams Icelandic ingredients with Mediterranean techniques. Start with a flashy…
Reykjavík
The ground-floor cafe at the National Museum offers wi-fi and a welcome respite, with wraparound windows looking out on a flowing fountain. It serves a…
Reykjavík
There’s an easygoing air at this bright art deco cafe-restaurant. Pizzas are freshly made before your eyes, the prettily presented pasta meals will set…
Reykjavík
What's it gonna be? Lobster soup? Lobster salad? Lobster sandwich? This little food truck dishes it all out, for fine diners on the run. By day it's…
Reykjavík
Hip and open plan, this buzzy bistro-bar serves up a tasty selection of pub food, from creative small plates to burgers and fresh fish. Coffee and…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
The best-value supermarket in the city centre. Also at Hallveigarstígur, Grandi near the Old Harbour and Kringlan shopping centre.
Reykjavík
An acclaimed seafood spot with great harbour views and a daily-changing lunch menu featuring the freshest catch. The same family runs Bergsson Mathús in…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Understatedly elegant, Torfan is justly celebrated for its choice of shellfish, langoustine and lobster. Although crustaceans feature strongly, you can…
Reykjavík
Conventional burgers get a fresh new feel at this enterprising eatery. Organic meat or lentil patties are sandwiched between soft, seeded buns and…
Reykjavík
Out of the city centre beside Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach, this reliable option for Icelandic faves sits in a delicate glass box with views out to the…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Sushi Social is a perennial capital favourite for nuggets of rice-wrapped raw fish. It puts an Icelandic and South American spin on the delicacy,…
Reykjavík
The Old Harbour’s outpost of burgerdom and Americana proffers savoury patties that are perennial local favourites. Hollywood film stars have been known to…
Reykjavík
There's nothing fancy here, but the homemade breads and fresh produce mean you'll be eating among locals as they flip through magazines, gossip and devour…
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
This dimly lit steakhouse rightly prides itself on its succulent locally raised beef and fresh grilled fish, with a wine list to match. The bar stays open…
Reykjavík
The Hilton’s five-star restaurant has a contemporary but welcoming vibe and continues to pack 'em in for New Nordic cuisine and a famous weekend brunch …
Reykjavík
The aromas wafting from this bright tiled deli draw you inside for gourmet breakfasts and picnic supplies. It's a handy pit stop in the high-rise hotel…
Reykjavík
Wayward Danes seek out this no-frills joint specialising in smørrebrød: traditonal Danish open-face sandwiches with any number of Nordic toppings.
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Asian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours infuse ever-changing vegetarian and vegan soups (950kr) and dishes of the day at this friendly eatery.
Reykjavík
A cheerful street-food-style restaurant dishing up lamb and falafel flatbread combos with fresh, crunchy veg and zingy skyr-based sauces.
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Serves up tasty Thai curries and noodles with crunchy veg and plump prawns in a small shopfront or the sunny restaurant upstairs.
Reykjavík
A harbourside eatery with broad windows looking onto the bobbing boats, good breakfasts and hearty seafood-based lunches.
Reykjavík
Select from a broad range of Icelandic cheeses and skyr (Icelandic yoghurt), and other deli and sweet treats.
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
No-frills but delicious Thai noodle soups are dished out by the bowlful at this trusty popular establishment.
Reykjavík
Delicious, piping-hot fish and chips are on offer at this simple food truck near the Vikín Maritime Museum.
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Scoops of high-end homemade ice cream and sorbets in delectable flavours, including Icelandic strawberries.
Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
Quick and easy Thai noodles and mains to eat in or take away.