3 Best Restaurants in The Golden Circle, Reykjanes Peninsula and the South Coast (with the Golden Circle)

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Geysir Glíma

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This popular lunch spot serves traditional Icelandic hot dishes, like fish and lamb stews, just a few meters from its namesake Golden Circle sight. They also offer pastries, pizza, and sandwiches, so the whole family should be able to find something to their taste.

Restaurant Mika

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A kind Polish family runs this restaurant on the Golden Circle route. Don't let the humble exterior fool you: inside you will find some of Iceland's best pizzas and handmade chocolates.

Skólabraut 4, Selfoss, 806, Iceland
486–1110
Known For
  • Delectable chocolate
  • Great place to stop for food on the Golden Circle
  • Pierogi, lamb, and lots of pizza

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Skjól

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This laid-back and charming restaurant at a campground near Geysir serves excellent pizzas and burgers. They also have a solid selection of beer and some particularly great lamb soup—together creating the perfect ending to a long day of sightseeing.

Biskupstungnabraut, Haukadalur, Iceland
899–4541
Known For
  • Top-tier lamb soup
  • Excellent vegan burger
  • Reasonable prices for the area

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