Grapevine’s Best Of 2017: Best Bakery

Sandholt
Laugavegur 36
Sandholt wins this spot again, but not for lack of competition. They simply deliver consistently. The laminated pastries are hands down the best in Iceland; try their buttery croissants or seasonal Danish pastries, locally known as “vinarbrauð” with rhubarb and raspberries, or the classic, vanilla custard. Their sourdough is deservedly well-known and if a whole loaf is too much, they oblige by slicing just what you need. If you’re staying or straying close by grab one of their delicious loaves and keep it for snacks. The house-made preserves and spreads alongside make for quite a treat.

Runners Up

Brauð & Co.
Frakkastígur 16
Brauð & Co. has burst onto the bakery scene in downtown Reykjavík. Regulars swear by their “snuðurs”—local cinnamon bread rolls smothered with a sugary glaze. These guys take it a step further and stuff the classics with blueberries and what-have-you, eliciting inappropriate satisfied moans from our panel. Get there early to snatch a warm one.

Bernhöftsbakarí
Klapparstígur 3
This much-loved bakery moved from its original location downtown to a smaller place close to their supply kitchens, but none of the warm service or charm was lost in the process. Their “runstykki” are bread rolls available for 80 ISK apiece—a steal any way you look at it. Try the curry cranberry rolls and grab an almond florentine when it makes an appearance.

Previous Winners

2016: Sandholt
2015: Sandholt
2014: Sandholt
2013: Sandholt
2012: Mosfellsbakarí