Icelandic Street Food

Discover Reykjavik's gem with a 4.7-star rating! Enjoy hearty, refillable soups and free waffles at this budget-friendly spot. A must-visit!

European$$4.7(6,201)Reykjavik

Pint-sized, local cafe offering an array of hearty Icelandic comfort dishes in a cheerful setting.

About Icelandic Street Food

Nestled in the heart of Reykjavik, this charming eatery offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a satisfying meal. Diners consistently praise the excellent, hearty soups, with many highlighting the lamb and shellfish options. A unique feature is the generous offer of free refills on soups, making it an excellent value, especially for those mindful of their budget. Adding to the appeal, guests are treated to complimentary waffles with blueberry jam. The friendly and kind staff contribute to the welcoming experience, and the outdoor seating provides a pleasant option. With an impressive 4.7-star rating from over 6,000 reviews, this establishment is a beloved choice for both locals and visitors seeking authentic, comforting flavors.

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Casual
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Why Travelers Love Icelandic Street

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4.7 / 5.0(6,201 reviews)

Excellent soup. I had the lamb soup several times, it never disappointed. You also got free refills. You always walked out satisfied and full. Added bonus....FREE WAFFLES with blueberry jam. This restaurant provides refillable soup for guests with only one-time payment. The shell fish and lamb are amazing. Staff are very warm and kind, a good place for someone who visits Iceland with limited budget. If you are on a budget in Iceland, then this place is a good spot to come for a meal - though I would probably only come once. They offer three types of soup: lamb, tomato and seafood, and a few other items. Soup appears to be what most people order, and you can get unlimited free refills of any of them so you can try all three if you want. They are pretty watery so don't expect a stew-like consistency. Personally I didn't like the seafood one - there weren't any "pieces" of seafood in it, it was only broth. The lamb was the heartiest with chunks of lamb, carrots and potatoes. The tomato was much what you would expect from tomato soup. The atmosphere is cool - the servers are nice enough and the place is bright and comfortable. You don't feel any pressure to move on in a hurry. Free waffles with chocolate sauce and free water are a bonus. Now that I've been and know what to expect, I won't come again but it's worth at least one visit for a reasonably-priced meal in Reykjavik which are few and far between!

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Where to Find Them

Lækjargata 8, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

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Opening Hours

Open Now
Monday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Recent Reviews

Danny B.

November 10, 2025

Excellent soup. I had the lamb soup several times, it never disappointed. You also got free refills. You always walked out satisfied and full. Added bonus....FREE WAFFLES with blueberry jam.

Sz-Hsien W.

November 8, 2025

This restaurant provides refillable soup for guests with only one-time payment. The shell fish and lamb are amazing. Staff are very warm and kind, a good place for someone who visits Iceland with limited budget.

Ana M.

November 5, 2025

If you are on a budget in Iceland, then this place is a good spot to come for a meal - though I would probably only come once. They offer three types of soup: lamb, tomato and seafood, and a few other items. Soup appears to be what most people order, and you can get unlimited free refills of any of them so you can try all three if you want. They are pretty watery so don't expect a stew-like consistency. Personally I didn't like the seafood one - there weren't any "pieces" of seafood in it, it was only broth. The lamb was the heartiest with chunks of lamb, carrots and potatoes. The tomato was much what you would expect from tomato soup. The atmosphere is cool - the servers are nice enough and the place is bright and comfortable. You don't feel any pressure to move on in a hurry. Free waffles with chocolate sauce and free water are a bonus. Now that I've been and know what to expect, I won't come again but it's worth at least one visit for a reasonably-priced meal in Reykjavik which are few and far between!

Sanity M.

November 7, 2025

Free soup refills when you get a soup bowl. If your bread bowl breaks it can be replaced by a bowl. A great place to eat on a budget. Very nice and relaxed place altogether Wouldn't recommend any of the other soups except lamb. As other reviews suggest they are lacking

Wan C.

October 2, 2025

Free refills, free waffles, cozy and warm place, super friendly staff, what more can you ask for. I recommend the lamb and shellfish soup. Prefer the bowl only as the bread bowl absorbs all the delicious soup!

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Icelandic Street special

Outdoor Seating

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Family Friendly

Groups Welcome

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Parking

Paid Parking Lot
Paid Street Parking

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Seating

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