Reykjavik

Bæjarins beztu pylsur, which humbly translates into English as “the best hot dog in town”, is a humble stand in central Reykjavík whose popularity over the decades has given it a kind of cult status. — Afar Magazine

A gourmet’s delight, this elegant Scandinavian restaurant specialises in local, organic ingredients cooked in contemporary “Nordic Kitchen” style. — Insight Guides

Run by an Indian woman married to an Icelander, this is hands-down the best non-European restaurant in Iceland. — Frommer's

Ordered a flat white, which was perfection, and a delicious carrot cake. Chose a few vinyls to play on the record player while we people watched, a mix of locals and other in-the-know festival goers. — Afar Magazine

If you’re curious about the local rotten sharkfin delicacy, you can order a small portion here: Otherwise, opt for the hearty lamb soup and a rye bread ice cream made in-house. — Condé Nast Traveler

Branch of the tasty, popular organic restaurant, near the Hilton. — Lonely Planet

Apart from the weekend brunch/hangover cure, it's also famous for exceptional sourdough pizza, which leaves a great taste in both your mouth and your memory. — Fodor's

If you want to try Reykjavik's famously fresh seafood, Kol--and its standalone Fish Menu--is a good place to begin. — Condé Nast Traveler

Always bustling to the brim, this popular bistro bar is famous for its weekend brunch, and attracts a lively bunch of locals whose musical inflections mingle nicely with the chatter of out-of-towners. — Fodor's

The restaurant serves up popular indigenous dishes including salted cod, fried fish-chins, and hashed fish with black bread. — Travel + Leisure

Pitch-perfect Icelandic cuisine, such as whale (with Jerusalem artichokes and a shallot vinaigrette) and plaice fish (with samphire, asparagus, and a tart lime beurre blanc). — Condé Nast Traveler

This award-winning restaurant (whose name translates to The Grill Market in English) is a definite culinary highlight for visiting foodies. — Afar Magazine