Wake Up Reykjavík — Attraction in Reykjavik

If you’re looking for a food adventure in Reykjavik, look no further than the Reykjavik Food Tour! I had the pleasure of exploring the city’s culinary scene with our guide, Burger (yes, you read that right – the only tour guide who might make you hungry just by saying his name).

Burger was not only a fountain of knowledge about Icelandic history and culture but also a culinary expert who made sure we were eating like locals. He shared fascinating tidbits about the city and its food culture that added flavor to the entire experience. It wasn’t just about the food; it was about understanding the food—and Burger made sure we understood every bite.

As for the food, oh my! Each stop was a delightful surprise. From delicious traditional Icelandic dishes to contemporary twists, it was a full-on taste explosion. Burger was attentive to the group, ensuring that no one went hungry (unless you were too full from the previous delicious stop), and he made sure all dietary needs were met. My food allergies were carefully considered, and nothing was overlooked—except maybe for my willpower after so much great food!

Burger also shared some top-notch recommendations for shopping and dining spots, making me feel like I wasn’t just a tourist—I was an insider with the best intel in the city.

This tour isn’t just for food lovers; it’s for anyone who wants to have fun, learn something new, and eat like an Icelandic champion. If you’re in Reykjavik, go hungry and go with Burger. You won’t regret it, but your waistline might!...

There are a lot of food tours in Reykjavik, and I’m so glad I found this one! Berger, our tour guide was absolutely fantastic. He had a sense of humor and encouraged the whole group to ask questions, and he tailored the tour to our interests. We chatted about everything, from the historical significance of where we were walking, modern politics, life as an Icelander, and even a look at an app Icelanders used to check how close a potential date may be genealogically!

The food was varied but thoughtfully curated: we started with Icelandic pancake, then Icelandic fish stew (plokkfiskur), a must-visit hot dog stand, Icelandic lamb chop and rounded out the meals with marriage cakes.

We even had an option to try the fermented shark (Hákarl) chased with a shot of Brennivin. Berger explained the historical significance of hardship foods such as this, and talked about how he eats is as a way to honor his ancestors. I appreciated how that added depth to what can be a tourist gimmick.

Not only was Berger generous with his stories and experiences, he was exceptionally generous with his time. When learning that we were going to drive the Ring Road, he took time out of the end of his tour to give us his recommendations around the entirety of Iceland.

I’m so glad we were part of this tour with Berger, and would recommend this experience as a day 1 activity for anybody landing in Reykjavik! This felt like the perfect introduction to the city with a...

Alfie did an amazing job as our guide, she went above and beyond keeping our group engaged and answering all of our questions. She went as far as to send us her own mini guide to Iceland with tips and tricks afterwards.

The tour:

Fjallkonan (The Mountain Lady) Address: Hafnarstræti 1-3

Slow cooked lamb shoulder on a traditional Icelandic flatbread from the Westfjords, with horseradish sauce and carrot puree.

Lightly cured arctic char on a chickpea blini with horseradish sauce, yuzu-elderflower dressing, crispy lentils and fish roe.

Messinn Reykjavík (The Messhall) Address: Lækjargata 6

Arctic char baked in honey, butter and lemon with cherry tomatoes and almonds.

Icelandic “Plokkfiskur” with Bernaise Sauce: Boiled cod mashed with potatoes, onion, garlic, celery, lime, white wine, cream, and butter.

Icelandic rye bread, “rúgbrauð” with butter.

Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur (The Town’s Best Hot Dogs) Address: Tryggvagata 1

Traditional Icelandic hot dog with Icelandic ketchup, Icelandic mustard, remoulade sauce (remúlaði), deep fried onions and raw onions.

We got ours with the recommend “Ein með öllu” or one with everything.

Íslenski Barinn (The Icelandic Bar) Address: Ingólfsstræti 1a

Traditional Icelandic lamb soup with root vegetables - “Kjötsúpa”.

Fermented shark - “Hákarl” with a shot of Brennivín.

Viking Gylltur // Appelsín orange soda.

Cafe Loki Address: Lokastígur 28

Rye bread ice cream with whipped cream and caramelized...