2 Best Restaurants in Reykjavík, Iceland

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The dining scene in Reykjavík has diversified a great deal in the past few years: traditional Icelandic restaurants now face competition from restaurants serving Asian, Italian, Mexican, Indian, and vegetarian fare. A recent trend has seen the emergence of several upscale establishments emphasizing locally grown ingredients and new Nordic cuisine.

Habibi Kebab

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The best place in Reykjavík for an affordable late-night bite, here you can satisfy a craving for a great-tasting kebab in less than five minutes—and No. 7 (chicken shawarma) might just be your lucky number. You can either take it to go or hang out for a while, read the local newspaper, or people-watch from its clean and bright, tangerine-colored interior.
Middle Eastern $ Quick Bite
Hafnarstræti 18, Reykjavík, IS-101, Iceland
354-578--5858
www.habibiiceland.is
Known For
  • Late-night eats
  • Quick service
  • Reasonable prices

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Mandi

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If you're short on time and you need a snack—or some quick fuel for your next museum visit—Mandi has you covered. The Middle-Eastern dishes span kebab and hummus to shawarma and falafel, but there are a few outliers as well, like burgers and fries.