In Reykjavik and you don't know where to eat? Let me help you out! 👀

Here is a list of different places I've been to many times and that I would definitely recommend you. 👌

Note that for some restaurants, if you go for dinner, you should book in advance to be sure to have a spot! 📞

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FREE I 1 Day in Reykjavík, Iceland

🇮🇸 FREE guide to help you spend the day in the world's most northern capital city.
👉 How to get from the airport to Reykjavik.
🏡 Best places to stay.
🍦 Local food.
🛍️ Fav shops.
💎 Hidden gems.
📸 Photography tips.

🇮🇸 Iceland’s dramatic landscape, from waterfalls to lava fields and glaciers, is why people visit. 
💎 But Reykjavik is a gem of a city and a terrific starting point or the perfect finale for your Icelandic adventure. 

Perfect Day in Reykjavik

Reykjavík is the capital and largest city in Iceland. It’s also the northernmost capital in the world. The city, on the southwest coast of the island nation, is home to less than 150,000 people (that’s 60% of the total population). It’s by no means sleepy, though. It has a thriving art scene (music festivals, independent record stores, pop-up exhibits) and foodie scene (Michelin restaurants, organic wine bars, coffee culture). A grand church towers over the city. Candy-colored houses line the streets. Thermal swimming pools are gathering spots for most neighborhoods. Northern lights sightings are a real possibility (seasonally, of course). It’s also the jumping-off point for exciting adventures all around the Land of Fire and Ice. Pack for all seasons, as the weather changes frequently throughout the day--no matter what time of year it is. And be prepared to fall in love.

This detailed guide includes:
Places: islands, neighborhoods
Stay: hotels
Eat: bakeries, cafés, coffee shops, food carts & halls, ice cream, Michelin stars, restaurants
Drink: beer bars, breweries, cocktail bars, wine bars
Shop: beauty products, bookstores, chocolate shops, clothing boutiques, flea markets, outdoor wear, record stores, vintage clothing, wool products
Do: art museums, churches, concert venues, history museums, lakes, memorials, parks, peace stones, roads, sculptures, sports venues, squares, streets
Transportation: airports, bus terminals, car rentals, ferries


Note: I travel to Reykjavík quite frequently, so this guide is updated often.

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Active volcanoes. Dancing northern lights. Gushing geysers. Massive glaciers. Thermal hot springs. Thundering waterfalls. Iceland is the ultimate adventure destination. How have you not been here yet? It’s finally time. Start in the northernmost capital in the world. Reykjavik is a hip, modern city. Then start exploring the wild coastline, the sheep-filled countryside, the icy interior, and the peaceful islands. There are plenty of black-sand beaches, small fishing villages, turf-roofed houses, and epic hikes along the way. Just remember to pack layers. Sometimes, the Gulf Stream provides moderate temperatures. Other times, it’ll feel like you’re in the Arctic. Also don’t forget the long, dark winters and the 24-hour daylight during the short summers. If you take advantage of Icelandair’s free stopover program—a great excuse to visit Helsinki, Copenhagen, and even Paris—you can keep returning to discover which season you like best.


This detailed guide includes:
Places: regions, cities, islands, peninsulas, towns, neighborhoods
Stay: hotels
Eat: bakeries, cafés, coffee shops, food carts & trucks, food halls, ice cream, Michelin stars, pizzerias, restaurants, soup
Drink: beer bars, breweries, cocktail bars, wine bars
Shop: beauty products, bookstores, Christmas stores, chocolate shops, clothing boutiques, flea markets, knitwear, outdoor wear, record stores, vintage clothing, wool products
Do: art museums, bays, beaches, bridges, caves, churches, concert venues, cultural centers, fjords, geothermal areas, geysers, harbors, hikes, history museums, horseback riding, hot springs, lagoons, lakes, lighthouses, memorials, mountains, national forests, national parks, natural wonders, nature reserves, parks, peace stones, ponds, roads, rock formations, rocks, rootless cones, scenic drives, sculptures, shipwrecks, sports venues, squares, streets, swimming pools, thermal baths, tunnels, valleys, viewpoints, volcanoes, walks, waterfalls
Transportation: airports, bus terminals, car rentals, ferries, parking lots, transfers

Note: I travel to Iceland frequently, so this guide is updated often.

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Grandi Mathöll

What to eat? You think fish tacos sound good. Your partner is craving chicken vindaloo. Or maybe a big bowl of cacio e pepe. At Grandi Mathöll, everyone gets their wish fulfilled. This waterfront food hall is in Reykjavík's Old Harbour. It features eight food vendors and is open until 9 pm. With plenty of seating, it never feels crowded here.

🇮🇸 Grandi Mathöll is another great Reykjavik Food Hall. 
🚢 Its fronted by massive windows, so you can eat with a great view of the harbour.

😊 The coolest thing about this place is that most of the restaurants are owned by women. Enjoy anything from classic fish & chips to tacos. 

HOURS: 11 am - 9 pm

More of a food court, where you can find different restaurants under one roof. Everybody can find sth based on their taste. 

Perfect spot to eat right after a whale watching tour!

Grandi Mathöll

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