Seafood
Old Iceland
Experience authentic Icelandic cuisine at Old Iceland in Reykjavik. Highly rated at 4.8 stars, this restaurant offers delicious dishes like lamb and fish. Book your table.
4.8$$$Seafood · European
View RestaurantIcelandic Street Food
Nestled in the heart of Reykjavik, this charming eatery offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a satisfying meal. Diners consistently praise the excellent, hearty soups, with many highlighting the lamb and shellfish options. A unique feature is the generous offer of free refills on soups, making it an excellent value, especially for those mindful of their budget. Adding to the appeal, guests are treated to complimentary waffles with blueberry jam. The friendly and kind staff contribute to the welcoming experience, and the outdoor seating provides a pleasant option. With an impressive 4.7-star rating from over 6,000 reviews, this establishment is a beloved choice for both locals and visitors seeking authentic, comforting flavors.
European•$$•4.7(6,201)•Reykjavik
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.
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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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Casual
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome
Why Travelers Love Icelandic Street
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
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
+354 772 8663
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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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