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Insider food guides for Reykjavík and beyond. Written by locals in the food industry — not influencers, not tourists. Updated for 2026.
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Reykjavík Food Guide
By a Local Foodie
20+ vetted spots for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks across all price points. Written by local industry insiders, not influencers. Updated for 2026.
Golden Circle Food Guide
Updated in 2026
The best food stops along Iceland's Golden Circle route. From greenhouse dining to legendary lobster.
Reykjavík Bar Crawl
February 2026
A curated evening itinerary through Reykjavík's best pubs, cocktail bars, and late-night spots. All within walking distance.
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24 January 2026
A Sunday Feast at Vínstúkan
Oysters, duck à l'orange, wines flowing — a family-style Sunday lunch at Vínstúkan that was one of my highlights from December.
8 November 2025
End of an Era: Farewell to Slippurinn
My last meal at Slippurinn in the Westman Islands. They've closed their doors for good, but what they leave behind is a legacy.
25 July 2025
A Day Trip to Næs in the Westman Islands
Took the fam on a day trip to the Westman Islands. First stop was Næs, the tiny sister restaurant to the iconic Slippurinn.
16 May 2025
Austur-Indíafélagið Turns 30
A night of pure magic at Austur-Indíafélagið's 30th birthday celebration. 30 dishes tracing three decades of unforgettable flavours.
17 February 2025
Why We Love Skreið
A Basque-inspired tapas bar in a charming black house on Laugavegur. Great wine, great vibes, and one of our favorite spots in Reykjavík.
26 September 2024
Coocoo's Nest Is Back — at Harpa
Reykjavík's iconic brunch is back, thanks to Lucas Keller and Leifur at La Primavera — every weekend this winter at Hnoss Bistro in Harpa.
20 September 2024
Skál! Gets Its Own Space
Skál has moved from Hlemmur Mathöll to its own spot on Njálsgata. Better vibe, better control, same incredible food. It's like Skál in 4K.
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