Seabaron (Sægreifinn)
Where? Seabaron (Sægreifinn) (Reykjavik, Iceland) Map
When? Friday March 29, 2024
Who? Me
Food Style? Seafood
In my last night in Reykjavik, I wanted something local. My first choice had a reindeer burger on offer but had a massive line up that I couldn’t afford to stand in because of my aurora tour booking. My second choice was a seafood restaurant that was also fully booked, so with my options running low, I walked a little bit out of the city centre to get to the harbour area. This place does seafood skewers and the famous Icelandic lobster soup, so let’s see how this goes.
Appetiser
Lobster Soup
It’s not creamy like a chowder at all, and in some respects this means that there’s no way to hide behind the flavour of cream. It’s delicious and warming, and the flavour of the seafood comes through nicely. The chunks of langoustine are super soft and tender.
Mains
Salmon and Shrimp Skewers
What a beautiful char on the outside, that grill smokiness is fantastic. The shrimp is super tasty but the salmon is superior in all ways, it’s soft, it’s juicy and that flavour is amazing. There’s a lot of it, probably even more than what you’d get if you ordered a fillet in a usual restaurant. If I wasn’t such a stinge, I would have probably ordered a vegetable skewer too since the salmon is quite oily and rich, but the important thing is I’m satisfied, and it’s time for dessert. I'll have to grab something quick on the way to the bus terminal for the aurora tour.
Posted by Jeremy at 9:12pm on Wednesday October 22, 2025 :: 0 comments :: 
Le KocK
Where? Le KocK (Reykjavik, Iceland) Map Menu
When? Thursday March 28, 2024
Who? Me
Food Style? Gastropub
After a long day of exploring Iceland’s second largest glacier, Langjökull, and the ice cavern deep within, I’m back in Reykjavik for a relaxing meal. I’ve taken the opportunity to choose a place further away from my hostel since I’m not in a rush to get to an aurora tour tonight. I’m not particularly sure why this place is called what it’s called, but it’s not too far from the Icelandic Phallological Museum. That being said, they've really leaned into the theme, because there's no point calling yourself that and half-assing it.
The atmosphere is chill, like a pub or brew bar, and though I'm not really here for the alcohol, I can appreciate the vibe and tuck into the grub instead.
Mains
KocK Cheeseburger: 140g grilled beef patty with cheddar cheese, KocK sauce, cabbage, pickles, red onions and tomatoes
The potatoes are really nicely seasoned, fluffy on the inside and that KocK sauce is rich and creamy. I think it’s mayonnaise with paprika and something else like chipotle. There’s a lot of potato so I know I won’t be hungry at the end of this. The burger is solid and satisfying, it’s delicious and juicy. The cabbage here is the textural element, and the tomato and pickles add that acidity to balance everything out.
Posted by Jeremy at 7:12pm on Wednesday October 22, 2025 :: 0 comments ::
Kaffi Loki
Where? Kaffi Loki (Reykjavik, Iceland) Map Menu
When? Wednesday March 27, 2024
Who? Me
Food Style? Icelandic
I have been looking forward to this one. Loki, the famous Norse God of Tricks, has a cafe in Reykjavik named after him. It sits right opposite Hallgrimskirkja, the church at the top of the hill, and on this cold and windy Icelandic day, I’ve decided I need some excitement and mischief in my life. It smells of warmth and seafood in here, but what I’ll be ordering might spook the other patrons.
The national food of Iceland is fermented shark, hákarl. It’s the rotting meat of the Greenland shark, treated with urea to remove the toxins so that it becomes safe to eat. From Wikipedia: Chef Anthony Bourdain described fermented shark as "the single worst, most disgusting and terrible tasting thing" he had ever eaten. You’re supposed to follow up with a shot of Brennivin, the country's signature liquor, to clear the aftertaste. I've eaten durian before, how bad can it be?
Mains
Freyja: trout tarte with salad and Loki's unique rye bread ice cream
It’s fishy and creamy, the rye bread is very dense. The salad is okay, it’s well dressed and feels fresh. The rye bread ice cream is surprisingly good, and it tastes really well balanced because the bitterness in the bread matches the sweetness perfectly.
Speciality
Hakarl: Fermented shark and Brennivin shot
To be perfectly honest, it’s a lot milder than I thought it would be. It’s very similar aftertaste to century egg. The ammonia is definitely tastable after a few seconds but it’s really not as bad as the Internet was saying. I feel I’ve had worse. I had a good chat to the waiter about my experience and also told him about durian, and durian is definitely stronger in taste than that. Glad I've given it a go though, another checkmark for Iceland's list!
Posted by Jeremy at 6:22pm on Wednesday October 22, 2025 :: 0 comments ::
Reykjavik Fish
Where? Reykjavik Fish (Reykjavik, Iceland) Map
When? Tuesday March 26, 2024
Who? Me
Food Style? Seafood
It’s been snowing in Reykjavik while I’ve been wandering around town, but on the plus side I’ve encountered seven random cats along my walk, so everything in the world is as it should be. I’ve sought refuge from the elements close to the famous church Hallgrimskirkja, and I’ve gone for something nice and simple. I'm on an island, so it's time for some seafood. Reyjavik Fish actually has a few branches around the capital city, but I've gone for the one on Frakkastígur.
Mains
Fish and Chips: with tartare sauce
Yep it’s literally a bucket of two fish fillets and chips, and there isn’t even cutlery to eat them with. I think I have to get my own from the bar. This bucket is a terrible way to eat fish and chips, the fish keeps falling off into the bucket and it becomes inaccessible within all the chips. Both the chips and fish batter are a bit soggy and the fish is lacking seasoning but with the tartare sauce, it’s okay. Disappointing. Would not recommend and will not be coming back here.
Posted by Jeremy at 6:07pm on Wednesday October 22, 2025 :: 0 comments ::
Aurora Restaurant
Where? Aurora Restaurant (Akureyri, Iceland) Map Menu
When? Monday March 25, 2024
Who? Me
Food Style? Icelandic
My guide to Dettifoss today said he was a professional chef, so I’ve asked him for a recommendation for Akureyri’s best burger. He’s told me the Aurora Restaurant, which is situated in the Akureyri Berjaya Hotel. Lucky for me, he’s dropping off two of the tour group there so I can grab some food before walking home and taking a break before tonight’s aurora hunt. I'm a little disheveled from a day touring Northern Iceland, and I feel a little out of place in amongst the well-dressed cliente here, but I'm never seeing these people again and I'm hungry, so let's just get the food and go. Though there's a "Deluxe Hamburger" option, I've opted for the more simple of the two.
Yay free bread. It’s nice and dense, and the butter is really creamy and well seasoned. A testament to the dairy industry here.
Mains
Hamburger: ketchup, mustard, cheddar, salad, onion, tomatoes, pickled cucumber
The fries are thin cut but thicker than packet chips. They’re really nice and the chipotle mayo accompaniment hits the spot. I’ve ordered my burger medium, and it’s cooked perfectly. Still juicy, and a hint of smokiness from the grill on both the patty and the bun. The toppings are ordinary but work well. All in all, this is a solid but simple burger, but as with many Icelandic things, quite pricey for $37.
Posted by Jeremy at 5:54pm on Wednesday October 22, 2025 :: 0 comments ::