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Best Restaurants in Reykjavik
66 restaurants analyzed out of 457 identified · Iceland
Reykjavik has a concentrated restaurant scene along Laugavegur and in the harbour area - Icelandic seafood, lamb, and fermented specialties alongside a growing international scene. Prices are moderate to expensive, and the quality of the island's ingredients - particularly the seafood and lamb - is exceptional. The hot dog stand (Bæjarins Beztu) remains the city's most famous bite.
Reykjavik has 66 analyzed restaurants. Some of the strongest areas for dining are Miðborg. Top cuisines include Nordic, Icelandic.
Grade Distribution
A+1 restaurants
A3 restaurants
A-17 restaurants
B+20 restaurants
B14 restaurants
B-6 restaurants
C+3 restaurants
C1 restaurants
C-1 restaurants
Top Restaurants in Reykjavik
- Dill Restaurant A+ · New Nordic, Scandinavian · Miðborg — Destination New Nordic tasting menu with standout creativity, excellent chef-counter service, and premium pricing; some...
- Loving Vegan A · Vegan, Plant-based · Hafnarfjörður — A warmly run vegan gem serving flavorful Asian-forward comfort dishes at friendly prices for Iceland, with standout...
- Grillmarkaðurinn A · Icelandic, Nordic · Miðborg — Destination-worthy Icelandic grill with dramatic ambiance, standout lamb and reindeer, creative plates and polished...
- Höfnin Restaurant A · Icelandic, Nordic · 101 Reykjavík — Scenic harbor-side Icelandic spot delivering reliably tasty seafood and lamb with warm service; prices are fair for...
- Kopar A- · Icelandic seafood, Icelandic · Miðborg — Harborfront Icelandic seafood with creative touches, strong tasting menus, and generally warm service; pricier than...
- Sümac Grill + Drinks A- · Levantine-inspired grill, Middle Eastern · Miðborg — Destination Middle Eastern–Icelandic grill with standout meze and lamb, lively vibe, and occasionally rushed or...
- Tapas barinn A- · Icelandic tapas, Tapas · Miðborg — Creative Icelandic tapas with showy tasting menus, lively atmosphere, and strong service; pricey but memorable if you...
- Matarkjallarinn A- · Modern Icelandic, Nordic · Miðborg — Cozy historic-basement spot for modern Icelandic tasting menus and standout lamb and cod; great cocktails and live...
- Old Iceland A- · Icelandic, Nordic · Miðborg — Cozy Icelandic spot for elevated local fish and lamb with standout mushroom and shellfish soups; book ahead and expect...
- Ráðagerði Veitingahús A- · Modern Italian, Italian · Seltjarnarnes — Destination-worthy coastal Italian spot with stunning views, very good wood-fired breads and pizzas, occasional service...
Top Neighborhoods for Dining
- Miðborg — 51 restaurants, 17 rated A- or higher · Known for Nordic
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259 restaurants · 20 top-rated · Known for Icelandic
Reykjavik has a concentrated restaurant scene along Laugavegur and in the harbour area with Icelandic seafood and lamb. Prices are moderate to expensive, and the quality of ingredients is exceptional.
20 restaurants · 1 top-rated · Known for Vegan
Hafnarfjordur is a harbour town south of Reykjavik with a small restaurant scene including Viking-themed dining and traditional Icelandic options.
62 restaurants · Known for Kebab
Kopavogur is Reykjavik's largest suburb with a handful of restaurants at expensive prices, serving the residential population.
13 restaurants
Gardabaer is a residential suburb south of Reykjavik with a handful of restaurants at expensive prices by Icelandic standards.
Tried and True
Outstanding food without the experimental edge
- Old Iceland A- · Icelandic, Nordic — Cozy Icelandic spot for elevated local fish and lamb with standout mushroom and shellfish soups; book ahead and expect...
- La Poblana B+ · Mexican, Latin American — Vibrant Mexican spot in central Reykjavík with standout tacos, spicy salsas, and cozy upstairs vibe; excellent food but...
- Mama Reykjavik B+ · Vegan, Vegetarian — Cozy attic-level vegan spot with hearty stews, wraps, and smoothies; excellent flavors and vibe, but occasional service...
- Flatey Pizza B+ · Neapolitan pizza, Pizza — Top-tier Neapolitan-style pies with lively energy and occasional service slowdowns; great for pizza lovers, less ideal...
Cuisine Strengths
- Nordic — 18 restaurants, 7 rated A- or higher
- Icelandic — 7 restaurants, 3 rated A- or higher
Best Value
- Loving Vegan A — A warmly run vegan gem serving flavorful Asian-forward comfort dishes at friendly prices for...
- La Poblana B+ — Vibrant Mexican spot in central Reykjavík with standout tacos, spicy salsas, and cozy upstairs...
- Flatey Pizza B+ — Top-tier Neapolitan-style pies with lively energy and occasional service slowdowns; great for pizza...
- 101 Bistro B+ — Casual bistro in central Reykjavík for solid fish and chips and personal pizzas, friendly service,...
Michelin-Recognized in Reykjavik (1)
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