Kaffi Flóra — Restaurant in Reykjavik

Horrible experience on June 9. 2022! My wife has celiac disease (gluten is poison to her.) We both ordered the Flora's Summer Salad with chicken at 12:50. Before we ordered asked the front counter if it was gluten-free and was told yes.

The salad arrived and looked great. My wife noticed that the chicken appeared to be dressed with a teriyaki or soy based dressing or glaze. Asked again what was in the dressing. The server went back to ask and returned saying it contained honey and other ingredients that are gluten-free. Again asked once more if soy or teriyaki was a base and was told no.

My wife generally shows symptoms of being poisoned by gluten within 5 minutes of eating something that contains gluten. These symptoms include painful gas, burping, vomiting, and fatigue for days. She took a few bites of the salad and within a few minutes started burping. Asked the server to remake salad without the dressing or sauce. About 15 minutes pass and server returns with a new salad with the same dressing/sauce. We said please remake without sauce. After about an hour from the time of order, my wife's symptoms continued to get worse. At one time needed to excuse herself to the WC to vomit. We asked a number of times for her remade meal with no success.

After about 1.5 hours from the time of order we returned to the counter to ask where her meal was. At that time it appeared that we were the joke of the restaurant. A cook and someone tending to coffee proceed to laugh at her as she asked for her meal. A kind server asked what they could do for us and at that time asked for a refund. They provided a cash refund. It was very disappointing and unprofessional that the staff would find it laughable that they poisoned her.

Sadly we had to return to our hotel for the remainder of the day due to her being poisoned. Hard day being on our last day on holiday and not be able to enjoy Reykjavik.

If you have celiac disease or gluten intolerance don't eat here. Unfortunately at this restaurant the staff does not care about the health of...

A cold night in Reykjavik (blankets over the backs of your chair). Many extra people packed into a small indoor space. Staff leaning over the indoor pond to place floating and stationary candles. More staff running around serving drinks and food. So many opportunities for bad things to happen. And guess what? Nothing bad did.

All of this happened last night, 28 September 2016, during an intimate concert featuring Páll Óskar and Monika. Páll sang. Quite well, as usual. Monika played the harp. Yes, a harp, and she played it beautifully as well. Páll's voice was as clear, powerful and beautiful as ever. I have never heard him accompanied by a harp. Quite extraordinary. If you can, you should go, if there are any tickets left.

Ah, yes, back to the cafe. They had a special menu last night. Vegetable soup, featuring (what else?) vegetables from their own garden. Served with bread and a superb butter spread with salt flakes served on a seashell. Say that three times fast. ;)

For the entree we chose the chicken salad with, you guessed it, more delectable items from their gardens. This was more than your mother's chicken salad, folks. I am guessing there were over 20 different ingredients in it, including two different types of sesame seeds, and probably five different types of grilled or roasted nuts.

For dessert we had Swiss mocha and pecan pie. Nothing ever bad about the Icelandic dairy products, in this case cream, to top it all off. Very, very tasty.

In summary, excellent food, served by a most wonderful staff. At least the 6 or so we interacted with. Genuinely nice, pleasant people. The crowd was well-behaved, the harp beautifully played, and then Páll Óskar. A simply spectacular performance made this the...

Café Flóra, located inside the Reykjavík Botanical Gardens, is one of the most charming and refreshing cafés in the city. Surrounded by lush greenery, colorful flowers, and the peaceful atmosphere of the gardens, it offers visitors a unique escape from the urban buzz of downtown Reykjavík. The moment you step inside, you feel a sense of calm and connection to nature, which makes the experience quite memorable.

The café is known for its light and seasonal menu. Many of the herbs and vegetables used in the dishes are grown in the surrounding gardens, which adds a fresh and authentic touch to every plate. The selection includes soups, fresh salads, open sandwiches, pastries, and delicious cakes, alongside good coffee and refreshing drinks. On weekends, they also serve a satisfying brunch that perfectly complements the relaxed atmosphere.

One of the strongest aspects of Café Flóra is its atmosphere. Whether you sit inside the greenhouse with soft natural light or outdoors among the plants, the environment feels cozy and uplifting. It is the kind of place where you can linger with a book, meet friends for a casual meal, or simply take a break during a stroll through the gardens.

While the menu may not cater to those seeking heavy, traditional Icelandic meals, it perfectly suits visitors who appreciate lighter, fresh options. Overall, Café Flóra is not just a café, but a destination where nature, food, and relaxation blend seamlessly. A must-visit for anyone in Reykjavík looking for a peaceful and...