Must-see restaurants in Snæfellsnes Peninsula

This superb waterfront restaurant on the point in Grundarfjörður is operated by seasoned restaurateurs who have created a lively menu of Icelandic dishes,…

It’s well worth following the stone path down to the ocean’s edge for the renowned fish soup at beautifully situated, quaint Fjöruhúsið. Located by the…

This charming restaurant is the Snæfellsnes’ darling fine-dining destination. Book a table on the 2nd floor for the romantic lighting of antique lamps and…

Even if you’re not overnighting at Hótel Hellnar, we highly recommend having dinner at its restaurant, which sources local organic produce for its…

This old fish-packing house has been transformed into a wood-lined cafe-bar with harbourfront outdoor seating. The speciality is blue-shell mussels…

On the road into town, this bakery is a good choice for a quick breakfast or lunch. Stock up on sugary confections such as kleinur (traditional twisty…

This upbeat establishment on the main road cheerfully fills a blond-wood building with a broad front deck. The only gig in town besides fast food, it does…

This small but welcoming cafe along the main road serves coffee drinks and a range of snacks, from cake to lamb schnitzel and burgers (including a vegan…

This friendly pýlsuvagninn (hot-dog wagon) has the best hot dogs in town. Each menu item is named after someone from Stykkishólmur.

In the Saga Centre, this cheery cafe is tops for cappuccinos, hot soup and sandwiches.

Casual spot for grabbing a pizza, burger, nachos, fish and chips, and beer, with a nice deck for sunny days.

The Meistarinn hot-dog and sandwich wagon has menu items named after members of the Danish royal family.

Small supermarket and N1 petrol station with a grill.

Welcoming spot for cakes, soups and simple meals.

Groceries; near the swimming pool.