Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Family Restaurant

There are guides and there are guides. Longevity sets us apart and for 20-plus-years we have dined, wined, ordered takeaways and visited spots once, twice, a dozen times in our quest to find the city’s best burgers, bakeries, brews and more.

The Best of Reykjavík dining category has always reflected reality and nothing warms our hearts more than to see Newcomers graduate to winners as the years go by. Now we have winners who will have the added recognition of being Reykjavík Institutions, a badge of honour to commend establishments that have stood the test of time — so keep an eye out for the *I as you peruse our lists of what’s Best.

Here’s to another year of deliciousness, skál!

Best Family Restaurant

Joint Winners

Toddler

Kaffi Laugalækur

Laugarnesvegur 74a

Such is the attraction of this neighbourhood spot, that young moms and families will make the trip to 105 so the adults can enjoy a sourdough flatbake (a hearty pizza, if you will), while the toddlers play in the corner, away from screen time distractions. From its inception, the focus of the operation has been on using products and produce straight from the farm, and the menu highlights the providence of the meat and vegetables. The place is showing some signs of wear and tear, but the family-friendly vibe is unbeatable.

Tween

Osushi

Tryggvagata 13

Photo by Art Bicnick

Sushi to choose from for the pickiest eaters or adventurous mini gourmands? What’s not to like! Osushi’s USP is their swift rotation of freshly-made rolls and small plates that combine convenience and novelty in one nifty package. The conveyor belt system may take a bulk of service out of the equation, yet service rarely falters and the staff take excellent care of adult and tween needs alike.

Teen

Ráðagerði Veitingahús

Ráðagerdi 170

Cottage core is strong at this cute cabin-in-the-countryside restaurant that dishes up tasty Italian classics that even your moody teen can get behind. While brunch is fairly popular, we love it for those quieter weekday dinners where eating out with grown children is still in that sweet awkward phase of “we can hang as a family,” wrapped in the familiarity of pizzas and pastas.

Previous Winners

2024: Osushi

2023: Osushi

2022: Kaffi Lækur

2021: Osushi

2020: Hamborgarafabrikkan