Visit traditional and modern cafes offering the best of both worlds here in this little town of Reykjavík. These aesthetically pleasing and instagrammable cafes offer a variety of options even for the gluten and vegan conscious customers. Come on this brunch food trail and enjoy yummy goodies all day in Reykjavík, Iceland.
Reykjavik Roasters
One of the longest standing Iceland coffee roasters is Reykjavik Roasters, with three outlets located around this little town. The café’s coffee beans change from time to time, as different beans are harvested at different times of the year due to their respective climates. Enjoy a cup of perfectly calibrated and freshly roasted coffee with beans from countries such as Brazil, Ethiopia and Kenya.
Sandholt
One of the best breakfast spots in town, Sandholt is situated along the famous Laugavegur shopping street. Have a hearty breakfast here before embarking on a shopping spree! Known for its generous portions at an affordable price, Sandholt offers a range of breakfast, pastries, desserts and great coffee for all. Order a portion of Avocado Toast with Fried Eggs while you are here!
Brauð & Co (Bread & Co)
Whenever you make a stop at this humble bakery, you must buy at least two of their freshly baked cinnamon buns. Consume one immediately and leave the other for your cravings later on when you begin missing its crusty-sugary coat and soft bread. Located a couple of blocks away from Reykjavik Roasters, grab a cuppa from the roasters and have it together with the baked goods here.
Emilie and the Cool Kids
This quaint French-inspired café in Reykjavik specialises in freshly baked cookies and offers simple brunch menu items like bagels, pancakes and salad bowls. The bagels, muffins and scones are a hit with the people. Come here for brunch or take away an amazing selection of baked goods for the next day’s breakfast.
Grái Kötturinn
Themed to the 50s, Grái Kötturinn serves up a mean American style breakfast with their must-try fluffy pancakes and “The Trucker” consisting of pancakes, eggs, bacon and potatoes.
Café Loki
Enjoy the great view of Hallgrímskirkja while having your brunch. It is a cultural experience here at Café Loki, where they serve traditional menu items like Icelandic skyr pancakes and carrot cakes. The adventurous foodies may want to try the “Loki Platter” which consists of hakarl (fermented shark meat), dried fish, cheese and smoked trout. Finishing the platter grants you the bragging rights. Vegan food options available here too!
Eldur Og Ís – Ice Cream and Crepes
Desserts for breakfast! Order ice cream filled crepes topped with fresh fruits and dollops of whipped cream. Spoil yourself a little with a sinful yet happy vacation meal. Gluten-free crepe and vegan ice cream are available here too!
Joylato
Vegans might take a liking to Joylato who specialises in a spread of vegan ice cream. If ice cream is too much for brunch, drop by this café for a midday snack or post-dinner dessert when it opens from 4 pm onwards.
Café Babalú
Their famous vegan carrot cake is a good representative of the café since the place is all decked out in bright carrot-orange colour. This place has returning travellers frequenting the business throughout their trip in Reykjavik.
Their famous vegan carrot cake is a good representative of the café since the place is all decked out in bright carrot-orange colour. This place has returning travellers frequenting the business throughout their trip in Reykjavik. Warm your body with a homey portion of their grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup, a must-try at Café Babalú! If you have space for dessert, order the carrot cake and Nutella cheesecake for dining and takeaway.
The Coocoo’s Nest
Enjoy an all-day breakfast at this rustic café by the harbour overlooking the vast sea of Iceland. Coocoo’s menu fits a meal for any time of the day. Breakfast for dinner, dinner for breakfast, it doesn’t matter at The Coocoo’s Nest. Some must-try menu items include the Eggs Florentine with Blue Cheese Sauce, Breakfast Burrito and Omelettes. If you are feeling up for a glass of booze, choose from a selection of wines, bubbly and cocktails available at Coocoo’s. Leave feeling full and satisfied with a pleasantly nutritious meal at one of Reykjavik’s local gems.
