Guidebook for Reykjavík
Essentials
Kronan is Iceland's number one discount grocery store where you can get a great variety of organic foods as well. The stores are open from 10:00 am and close at either 20:00 or 21:00 depending on the area you are in.
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Krónan
BíldshöfðiKronan is Iceland's number one discount grocery store where you can get a great variety of organic foods as well. The stores are open from 10:00 am and close at either 20:00 or 21:00 depending on the area you are in.
Food Scene
The best ice cream in town with fabulous blends of flavors you will only find in Iceland!
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Valdís
GrandagarðurThe best ice cream in town with fabulous blends of flavors you will only find in Iceland!
Raw, Vegan or Vegetarian?... then Solla has something amazing at Gló just for you! World renown for her specialties!
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Gló
17 EngjateigurRaw, Vegan or Vegetarian?... then Solla has something amazing at Gló just for you! World renown for her specialties!
Located in Selfoss, this place has no shortage of good TripAdvisor reviews, the portions are big and the cakes are delicious
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Kaffi Krús
7 AusturvegurLocated in Selfoss, this place has no shortage of good TripAdvisor reviews, the portions are big and the cakes are delicious
The Thai Noodle Station was opened in 2009 and has since become a true staple for locals and travelers alike. The menu here is simple, there is soup. You can choose a vegetarian option, beef or chicken and that is that. But don’t be fooled by the simplicity of the menu, the quality of ingredients is outstanding, and there certainly is a dash of secret magic in there, making this simple option, oh so good.
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Noodle Station
The Thai Noodle Station was opened in 2009 and has since become a true staple for locals and travelers alike. The menu here is simple, there is soup. You can choose a vegetarian option, beef or chicken and that is that. But don’t be fooled by the simplicity of the menu, the quality of ingredients is outstanding, and there certainly is a dash of secret magic in there, making this simple option, oh so good.
Located on Grandi, just a tad further out than the Old Harbour, you’ll find a collection of little restaurants. The Coocoo’s Nest being an absolute favorite, this place is the best for weekend brunch. On weeknights they alternate different menus, you can find everything from taco Tuesday to sourdough pizza nights. It can get a little crammed in here and they don’t take reservations, but you never have to wait long. Go to dish: The Breakfast Burrito, Soups and Salads and their sandwiches
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The Coocoo's Nest
23 GrandagarðurLocated on Grandi, just a tad further out than the Old Harbour, you’ll find a collection of little restaurants. The Coocoo’s Nest being an absolute favorite, this place is the best for weekend brunch. On weeknights they alternate different menus, you can find everything from taco Tuesday to sourdough pizza nights. It can get a little crammed in here and they don’t take reservations, but you never have to wait long. Go to dish: The Breakfast Burrito, Soups and Salads and their sandwiches
A great restaurant with a café and of course a bar... and even a karaoke room!!!
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Oddsson Hostel
16a GrensásvegurA great restaurant with a café and of course a bar... and even a karaoke room!!!
Tommi opened the first burger joint in Iceland in 1981 and has since then opened many other places including the first Hard Rock Café in Reykjavík. Tommi's Burger Joints are also located in London, Berlin, Copenhagen, Aarhus, Lyngby, Malmö, Oslo and Rome. Want a taste of Icelandic fast food? Try Tommi's "Jón Páll" burger only available in Iceland! mmmmmm!
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Tommi's Burger Joint
32 EyravegurTommi opened the first burger joint in Iceland in 1981 and has since then opened many other places including the first Hard Rock Café in Reykjavík. Tommi's Burger Joints are also located in London, Berlin, Copenhagen, Aarhus, Lyngby, Malmö, Oslo and Rome. Want a taste of Icelandic fast food? Try Tommi's "Jón Páll" burger only available in Iceland! mmmmmm!
If you are collecting those Hard Rock Café pins like my dad, you are going to want to stop here and enjoy a delicious burger and rock ....in the land of the ice and snow with the midnight sun where the hot springs blow.... Led Zeppelin ....
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Hard Rock Cafe
2A LækjargataIf you are collecting those Hard Rock Café pins like my dad, you are going to want to stop here and enjoy a delicious burger and rock ....in the land of the ice and snow with the midnight sun where the hot springs blow.... Led Zeppelin ....
Sjávargrillið
14 SkólavörðustígurThe absolute BEST .... no more words needed!
Hands down best bakery in Iceland ! Hafliði the owner and establisher is The Chocolatier and has a delicious selection of his own creations!
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Mosfellsbakarí
HáholtHands down best bakery in Iceland ! Hafliði the owner and establisher is The Chocolatier and has a delicious selection of his own creations!
Parks & Nature
Cute little park in Hafnarfjörður that remind the kids of Narnia in the winter time when it's covered in snow.
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Hellisgerdi Park
3 HellisgataCute little park in Hafnarfjörður that remind the kids of Narnia in the winter time when it's covered in snow.
Yes! We have a beach! You can swim in the Atlantic ocean all year around and get to know the locals that do this religiously - after you get your heart pumping, everybody high on the adrenalin kick, you can relax in the hot tub where everybody there is your friend!
They sell sandwiches and drinks for a decent price but you can bring your own hotdogs and put them on the grill!
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Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach
Yes! We have a beach! You can swim in the Atlantic ocean all year around and get to know the locals that do this religiously - after you get your heart pumping, everybody high on the adrenalin kick, you can relax in the hot tub where everybody there is your friend!
They sell sandwiches and drinks for a decent price but you can bring your own hotdogs and put them on the grill!
Sightseeing
This beautiful cathedral is Reykjavík's main landmark and is visible from most places in the capital area.
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Hallgrímskirkja
This beautiful cathedral is Reykjavík's main landmark and is visible from most places in the capital area.
Arts & Culture
I love this place because the beauty it holds. The stories and details behind each sculpture leaves you in awe. A great place to stop for a picnic , on the other side of the wall of the busy city (the calm in the storm).
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Einar Jónsson Sculpture garden and museum
51 NjarðargataI love this place because the beauty it holds. The stories and details behind each sculpture leaves you in awe. A great place to stop for a picnic , on the other side of the wall of the busy city (the calm in the storm).
Shopping
The one true Icelandic flea market that has been around for decades offering us everything from new and vintage clothes to the taste of the sea or grandma's baked goods!
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Kolaportid
The one true Icelandic flea market that has been around for decades offering us everything from new and vintage clothes to the taste of the sea or grandma's baked goods!
Drinks & Nightlife
Like the Icelandic football team’s unlikely and triumphant rise to near-glory in Euro 2016, Lebowski Bar boldly takes the gold for the first time in this category. This giant diner-like theme bar is smack in the centre of town, and takes the prize for its particularly fantastic coverage of the aforementioned sporting event, as well as the last Olympics. It regularly shows multiple sporting events on screens spread throughout its two levels. It’s got all the beers and drinks you need to celebrate wins or mourn losses, plus tasty burgers and shakes. Googol! ~written by The Grapevine
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Lebowski Bar
Like the Icelandic football team’s unlikely and triumphant rise to near-glory in Euro 2016, Lebowski Bar boldly takes the gold for the first time in this category. This giant diner-like theme bar is smack in the centre of town, and takes the prize for its particularly fantastic coverage of the aforementioned sporting event, as well as the last Olympics. It regularly shows multiple sporting events on screens spread throughout its two levels. It’s got all the beers and drinks you need to celebrate wins or mourn losses, plus tasty burgers and shakes. Googol! ~written by The Grapevine
For the best venue in live music Húrra is the place to go! Winner 3 years in a row.... hurrah! hurrah! hurrah! for Húrra!
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Húrra
For the best venue in live music Húrra is the place to go! Winner 3 years in a row.... hurrah! hurrah! hurrah! for Húrra!