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Gamla / Old Iceland

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Miðborg, Reykjavík

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Gamla / Old Iceland

9.2^/10

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Ranked #2 for seafood in Reykjavik
"The cod, shellfish soup, brownie and rhubarb cake were all amazing."(8 Tips)
"The cod and fish soup are delicious and are beautifully presented."(12 Tips)
"The cod with root veggies and the fish stew were both outstanding!"(21 Tips)
"The restaurant owner's mom bakes the rhubarb cake and the brownies!"(3 Tips)

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MarieJuly 1, 2018
This place is so cute and rustic! Quite tiny but cozy and worth the 20 minute wait. The food is fantastic! The cod with root veggies and the fish stew were both outstanding! Great drinks & desserts!
Hanna JohanssonJanuary 13, 2017
We had the lobster soup and the cod with mashed potatoes. It was the best cod I've ever had. So delicious I highly recommend it. Great service as well. And the place has a really nice vibe.
Miguel Roberto MangligotMay 10, 2022
Had the traditional lamb soup, braised beef cheeks and the rhubarb cake. All really great. The beef cheeks in particular made the meal for me! Very soft, tender and flavourful!
maite aNovember 27, 2016
Really good icelandic food. The soup was amazing, and the fish was really fresh and nicely cooked to keep the natural taste. Totally recommended. In the range of 50$
Thiago MaiaDecember 30, 2015
Just amazing. It was all perfect. Best restaurant in Reykjavik for sure. Fish Soup WOW, Cod WOW (best I ever had) and Skyr WOW. Staff is also amazing.
Lina BodestadMay 1, 2017
Don't let the name fool you - this is not a tourist trap, but rather a cosy, semi-upscale place w/ delicious food. The lamb and cod were excellent. Plus they have cool wall murals of different fish.
Tamara HissOctober 5, 2016
I ve had an amazing cod, with smashed potatoes and vegetables! Really recommend it! And I also loved the butter with truffles they've brought with the bread! The staff is gentle and friendly!
Darshy NApril 11, 2016
Cozy vibes, authentic eats, they don't lie when they say the lamb in Iceland is the best you'll ever have! Get a taste of both seafood and meat soup by opting for appetizer portions.
Yakubu BayiFebruary 27, 2020
Lamb is great but the cod is superb. Service and friendliness of the staff is excellent. They held our reservation for 2 hours, despite a 1 hour waiting list, as our flight was delayed.
Alexis ScherlAugust 5, 2016
The lamb was perhaps the best I've ever eaten. Generous portions, beautifully composed plates with balanced flavor profiles. The restaurant owner's mom bakes the rhubarb cake and the brownies!
Taci O.S.December 26, 2016
The creamy shellfish soup is the best I've ever tried! Start with that soup and the scallops. Do yourself a favor and order the lamb dish and try not to lick the plate afterwards.
What's Good HereJuly 4, 2015
Fillet of cod seasoned with garlic and angelica; served with potatoes, root vegetables and salad. Fresh and perfectly cooked and seasoned.
Amy KoenigJanuary 21, 2014
A lovely, low-lit, homey little oasis off the main shopping street. The owner is extremely friendly, the food is good, and they brew a mean cappuccino. Also, free wifi!
maite aNovember 27, 2016
Authentic food in a really cozy atmosphere. Amazing local flavors. The soup and the cod is a must
Qian YangApril 17, 2016
Very tasty and great value of money. Fish soup is amazing!
Kate FurmanMay 27, 2015
A cosy restaurant with Icelandic vibes. Try the fish soup, it comes with excellent dipping breads.
Ludko RuschMay 13, 2019
Amazing food! Highly recommended! We have had cod, lamb, beef cheek and the great fish soup !
Tamara HissOctober 5, 2016
The cod with smashed potatoes and vegetables is a good choice! Very tasty and one of the best I ve had in Iceland!
Mu-An 🧶March 16, 2016
Friendly staff, good food, gets packed at 6:30. They take reservations and has free wifi for some reasons. ☺️
Klara LichtNovember 28, 2015
Lovely cozy place, very friendly people and great food. Had the meat soup with lamb and the cod and that was delicious.
Maya 🐟March 29, 2017
Can't go wrong with anything on the menu but DO NOT SLEEP on the shellfish soup! You need it.
Ann SinOctober 28, 2021
Great food! I highly recommend it to everyone visiting Reykjavik! Shellfish soup was amazing! Super lamb and fish, too!
JustinApril 15, 2016
Cozy little place w. incredibly friendly staff. The fish was cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious. Highly recommended!
Jack LiuDecember 25, 2016
As good as it gets in reykjavik. Can be tough to find a table without a reservation thou. Both soups are delicious.
Ann KiddAugust 2, 2021
Perfect and so very tasty! Had fish and lamb, both amazing experience ♥️🦄
What's Good HereJuly 4, 2015
Get this as a starter - seafood soup with chunks of fresh fish,white wine, herbs and cream.
Elsa Said-ArmanetAugust 27, 2016
This was my best restaurant experience in Reykjavik. One of the few fancy places where we didn't need to book a table in advance. At worst, wait for 5-10 min for a table to become available.
Nate MeyerJuly 12, 2017
Everything was incredible. Best lamb I've ever had, the cod was excellent and the fish soup was a must.
Valentina StephanenkoJanuary 6, 2014
The most wonderful cafe on the walking street. The owner is very friendly and makes you feel comfortable.
Davis SOctober 25, 2017
Lamb main course was great as well as salmon starter :)
Ty JaquezMarch 10, 2015
Phenomenal food and very friendly waiters! This is definitely a place to stop on your trip to Reykjavik!
JoannaApril 29, 2016
Cozy place, delicious lamb stew, and butter with lavender salt!
Cosette EliasonJune 9, 2016
Shellfish soup to start, fillet of lamb for the entrée, and affogato to finish.
Kyle WadeNovember 21, 2016
The cod and fish soup are delicious and are beautifully presented.
Dimitris VergitsisNovember 28, 2021
Shelfish soup, meat soup, cod with shampagne sauce and lamb ribeye were all great!!
AshleyMay 30, 2017
Highly recommend! The cod, shellfish soup, brownie and rhubarb cake were all amazing.
TaiAugust 25, 2017
The fish soup is great. Try the cod as well!
Victoria TerebrjuhovaDecember 2, 2019
Small and very friendly restaurant with absolutely delicious food!
Lindsey ChunMay 1, 2017
Cozy restaurant serving small portions at a high price. Food was good though. Lamb cooked nicely, shellfish soup good but rich, salad could use more greens
Svala Eldberg ÞorleifsdóttirNovember 28, 2013
Delicious Icelandic meat soup and nice coffee at a reasonable price. Good service and friendly atmosphere.
Caro SchieferDecember 5, 2015
Delicious! Great and fresh food. Lovely staff!
Lauren ChristopherJuly 17, 2018
Amazing fish dishes! Very original taste and presentation. Great date spot!
Lubos JantoJune 30, 2015
Fish on lunch menu was excellent , soups ( we had both) were not disappoitment but we had better , cozy and nice staff
Olivia LucasApril 22, 2017
Shell fish soup was really good. The chocolate chip cookie dessert was amazing too!!
Bogdan AioaneiMarch 25, 2016
Really good sea food and deserts. Staff was incredibly nice. Definitely check it out.
Tuomo LindqvistJanuary 11, 2014
The fish soup is absolutely delicious! Great place to have lunch. Warm and welcoming atmosphere.
NiiSeptember 24, 2016
Fish of the day was delicious. Great service and cozy atmosphere.
What's Good HereJuly 8, 2015
Be sure to call for a reservation. This is a small venue, but worth the visit.
Annie ChangMay 12, 2013
Friendly service, great vegetables in the lamb stew. Cream and fruit cocktail cake on Sundays! Delicious ^_^
Annie ChangMay 12, 2013
Cream and fruit cocktail cake (homemade) is super tasty!

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