{"id":10046,"date":"2022-12-09T00:06:16","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T00:06:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/justpaste.in\/blogs\/5-unique-restaurants-to-eat-in-reykjavik-iceland\/"},"modified":"2026-08-04T10:18:15","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T10:18:15","slug":"5-unique-restaurants-to-eat-in-reykjavik-iceland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justpaste.in\/blogs\/5-unique-restaurants-to-eat-in-reykjavik-iceland\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Restaurants In Reykjavik To Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"

Iceland is a totally stunning country to explore! This is especially true when you’re heading over to see all the best places<\/a> that are dotted all across the country. That being said, the capital, Reykjavik<\/a>, also has a lovely charm, and is well worth visiting for a day (or two) whilst on a wider trip of Iceland. Not only that, there’s a heap of the best restaurants in Reykjavik<\/a> that are dotted across this relatively compact city. <\/p>\n

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This is exactly why I wanted to introduce a few that I’m hoping you’ll love. After all, once you’ve spent your holiday exploring all the best places in Iceland<\/a>, you’ll have worked up a hefty appetite. <\/p>\n

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Take a look below at the best restaurants in Reykjavik to gorge. Some are pretty fancy; others are totally chilled. Whatever the case, they’re all tasty, and you’ll be in for a treat when you visit. Have the best time visiting Iceland! <\/p>\n

1.) Reykjavik Street Food<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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This isn’t a fancy-sit-down affair!<\/p>\n

Reykjavik Street Food<\/a> is the kind of place that’s perfect with friends and has a heap of delicious street food that’ll leave you stuffed. <\/p>\n

More of a cafe-type vibe, pop in for their freshly-fried fish and chips and the Icelandic fish stew. It’s so warming on a chilly Icelandic day. It’s easily one of the best restaurants in Reykjavik for a quick lunch. <\/p>\n

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Alternatively, if you’re in the city for a few days, head a few doors down and stop by Messinn<\/a>. Their plokkfiskur is so good. Though tables do fill up in the evenings, so book your table ahead of time. <\/p>\n

Also, don’t forget, you can book this amazing hotel room in the Reykjavik Edition hotel<\/a>. It’s the best hotel in all of the capital<\/a>, and so easy to walk around Reykjavik from this hotel. <\/p>\n

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Read more: Best restaurants all across Iceland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

2.) Old Iceland Restaurant<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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For a special and totally delicious dinner, make a reservation at the Old Icelandic Restaurant<\/a>. Just make sure to try their scallops (which are so good) and their lamb ribeye.  On a weekend, this spot can fill up, so make sure to make a reservation before heading across. <\/p>\n

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If you’re looking for something more casual for lunch, head over to the Laundromat Cafe<\/a>. They have a pretty epic brunch. Plus, it’s right in the heart of Reykjavik, only a few minutes walk from the harbour. <\/p>\n

Read more: Best things to do in Iceland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

3.) Matarkjallarinn Foodcellar<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The Matarkjallarinn Foodcellar<\/a> has some of the best quality food in the city. It has a totally cool vibe, and the whole team is so welcoming. <\/p>\n

Make sure to try their spicy duck wings and their salted cod. It’s so nice. <\/p>\n

Read more: Best tours to book from Reykjavik<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

4.) Resto <\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Not too far from the ‘Tales of Iceland’, Resto is one of the best restaurants in Reykjavik for tasty cuisine. It’s a totally quaint and intimate little restaurant with a warm and welcoming vibe. <\/p>\n

Plus, for Iceland, the prices of their main dishes are pretty reasonable, too. <\/p>\n

Read more: Best things to do in Iceland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

5.) Fiskf\u00e9lagid <\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Okay, so Fiskf\u00e9lagid<\/a> is one of the best restaurants in Reykjavik to visit if you want a really special meal. It’s pretty popular in the city, and it has one of the best-tasting menus (around seven courses), which is so good. <\/p>\n

Their menu has a range of dishes inspired by different areas of the world. Each dish (on the menu) details where it is. It’s such a great concept. Just be sure to try their catfish and king prawn with garlic. It’s so good.<\/p>\n

Read more: Best restaurants all across Iceland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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