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Restaurants in Iceland are small and diverse. You can expect superb seafood and lamb. The fresh fish is not to be missed—likely some of the best you'll ever have. Besides native cuisine, eateries offer everything from Asian to French to Italian. Pizzas, hamburgers, ice cream, and a tasty local version of the hot dog, with fried and raw onions, are widely available. Most restaurants accept major credit cards.
Perhaps the best way to save substantially on meal costs (besides choosing from the specials of the day) is to forgo alcohol, the price of which essentially doubles from liquor store (where it isn't cheap to begin with) to restaurant table.
Located on one of the main corners of town and in one of its oldest buildings, this family favorite offers generous portions at affordable prices. Popular international favorites (burgers, pasta dishes, and tacos) are served alongside fresh local fish and some Akureyri favorites. It’s an excellent place for a quick and filling lunch or evening meal.
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.
Housed in one of the oldest buildings in South Iceland, this restaurant offers a panoramic view of the golf course below and the four volcanoes that guard the beautiful area. They serve fusion dishes that combine local, seasonal ingredients with South American techniques.
Overlooking the dark blue waters of Faxaflói Bay, Kaffi Duus has been part of the Keflavík Marina since the 1990s. They offer an extensive seafood menu that features a mix of Icelandic and Indian dishes, guaranteeing that anyone can find something to suit their fancy.
This appealing restaurant set in a historic town building from 1890 offers a menu of traditional Icelandic dishes with a variety of international favorites, including pizza, pasta, and a grill menu with burgers. If you can't decide what to order, the fish of the day is always a star.
Located in a bright yellow historic house right by the river, Kaffi Krús has fed locals and tourists alike for over 25 years. In its charming setting, which is furnished with a mix of modern and antique pieces, they offer a variety of great pizzas, burgers, and cakes.
This lively and elegant hotel bistro is perfect for a refreshing cocktail and a rich meal after a long day of endless lava fields and hot springs. On the weekends they serve brunch.
This laid-back and charming restaurant at a campground near Geysir serves excellent pizzas and burgers. They also have a selection of beer, as well as nachos—together they make the perfect ending to a long day of sightseeing.
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