Best Of Reykjavík 2018: Best Family Meal

There has never been a more exciting time for the restaurant scene in Reykjavik. Thanks to burgeoning tourism, exposure, and a genuine curiosity for foods from far and wide, diners now have a plethora of choices on offer. Whether it’s high-end fine dining (we even boast a Michelin starred gem!), or a cheap late night bite, Reykjavik is coming into its own as a culinary destination, offering small plates, tasting menus, farm to table seasonal produce and classic Iceland cuisine, and all while accommodating vegans and vegetarians. The following restaurants are the very best, according to our panel of enthusiastic gourmands. Feel free to let us know what you think of our choices as you eat your way around the city. We’re listening. And we’re hungry.

Best Family Meal

Jamie’s Italian

Pósthússtræti 11

When Jamie’s first opened its doors, critics were eager to see how the restaurant would fare. Like all the Jamie’s franchises worldwide, the Reykjavík location has family at its core. The spacious booth seating, fresh, handmade pasta that would appeal to the very young, old and those in between, at prices that do not break the bank, and the very attractive option to have half portions makes this a clear winner. “They don’t infantilize the children’s menu,” observed one panellist, “and parents can have a good time too.”

Runner-Up:

Hamborgarafabrikkan

Hofðatorg, Kringlan

Kids’ choice: For birthday parties or a regular old outing with the fam, ‘Fabrikkan is ideal for a louder-than-usual outing. There are plenty of distractions for young diners, and orders from the extensive burger menu are taken early and served quickly to keep young temperaments in line, all without compromising on service.

Runner-Up:

Bryggjan Brugghús

Grandagarður 8

Parents’ choice: The food may be hit and miss, but this spacious microbrewery is popular with families. There’s endless space for energetic young ones to expend some energy, and service that makes them feel welcome. Parents can sit back and relax over a house-brewed beer without worrying about their young wards. What’s not to like?

Previous Winners

2017: Hamborgarafabrikkan

2016: Laundromat

2015: KEX Hostel

2013-4: Laundromat

Other Dining Categories

Best Burger

Best Coffeehouse

Best Sushi

Best Indian

Best Thai/Chinese

Best Goddamn Restaurant

Best Place For A Fancy Meal

Best Family Meal

Best Cheap Meal

Best Pizza

Best Coffee

Best Bakery

Best Vegetarian Meal

Best Vegan Meal

Best Brunch

Best Seafood

Must-Try Dining Experience

Best Late Night Bite

Best Place To Go With A Group Of Friends

Best Newcomer

Best Lunch Place

Best Veggie Burger

Best Ice Cream

Best Tasting Menu

Best Italian

You can buy a copy of the full Best Of Reykjavík 2018 magazine—an essential guide to having fun in Reykjavík—here, posted worldwide. We also have a Special Offer double-pack that also includes our Best Of Iceland magazine, about places to eat, see, swim, shop and stay, all around the country, here.