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Sjávargrillið

Seafood Restaurant$$$$

Miðborg, Reykjavík

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Sjávargrillið

9.1^/10

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Ranked #2 for seafood restaurants in Reykjavik
"Lobster feast is amazing 😍"(12 Tips)
"Have to try minke whale and I have had the best tuna steak ever!"(7 Tips)
"A friend had the lobster feast and I had the Taste of Iceland."(5 Tips)
"Get the tasting menu, it's worth every penny."(9 Tips)

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minke whale
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healthy food
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beef tongue
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pork belly
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L. Q.June 11, 2016
Make a reservation and do not think twice: this is definitely one of the best restaurants in town. Langoustine for the starter. The other courses you can choose anything: it is going to be good!
S PSeptember 20, 2016
Very satisfying meal, a bit rich with quite a few ingredients, all fresh and well assembled. The Icelandic specialty of minke whale, shark and puffin appetizer is not to be missed.
Taci O.S.December 28, 2016
My favorite starter was the cured goose&smoked beef tongue. During the winter starters range from ISK 2.400-3.390 and main courses ISK 4.280-6.970. Puffin and whale are not always available(seasonal).
Jessica SimpsonJanuary 11, 2019
The Deep fried Lobster Maki was delicious and the portion sizes of both fish dishes were really generous. It had a lovely atmosphere and great decor inside, cosy and romantic. We had a great meal!
Victoria WongJanuary 7, 2015
favorite restaurant in Reykjavik. Taste, ambience, service is top notch. I had the lamb and pork belly and it blew me away, and I have had many lamb and pork bellies in my life
Joffrey LacourFebruary 3, 2015
This restaurant might be the best one of Reykjavik. Order their Eskimojito if you're thirsty: a delicious mojito made with Brennivin (local schnapps) instead of rum.
Oliver WolfNovember 11, 2014
Excellent Nordic food, made from fresh ingredients, beautifully presented. Swift, friendly and efficient service. Not cheap, but excellent value for every Krona spent there!
Adam RossNovember 18, 2016
If you have adventurous taste buds you can try puffin or mink whale. I tried the smoke puffin and goose appetizer and it was a real treat. I followed that with the smoke plaice and was very impressed.
Marco Aurelio Méndez GuaracoJune 17, 2018
If you try the fermented shark take the shoots with it. The dish comes very cold, but as soon as you put it in your mouth, you start feeling the strong vapors from the fermentation. It is interesting!
Pertti KorhonenJuly 21, 2017
Fantastic seafood! I had the starter soup. Perhaps the best seafood soup Inhave ever eaten. Just perfect! As the main course I had the catch of the day which was catfish. Excellent and innovative!
Ali ÖzbekDecember 9, 2018
if you have some expectations better leave them somewhere safe, cause this joint is sworn to crush them to the moon. this was my first but probably the best 4 hours of my life, defo recommend 👍🏻👍🏻
Mariano S.October 9, 2017
Gourmet restaurant. Delicious food and kind staff. Go for lunch since it's much cheaper than having dinner. Almost half price between 11 and 15.
Cyrièle PiancastelliApril 19, 2015
This is simply amazing. We choose that restaurant for our 2 years anniversary and everything was perfect. From atmosphere to service to dishes. Incredible flavours. Try the slow cooked salmon.
JannieAugust 15, 2016
Nice restaurant in Reykjavík wit's great atmosphere and warm service. Must try the seafood dishes, dessert.
Rachel Wang PangOctober 7, 2015
Been here 5+ times
I got the catch of the day, this was one of the best dishes that I had this year. Flavor was on the spot, fish was tender. And the combination with the veggies was just amazing. Must go place
Miranda ZeegersJuly 21, 2023
The chicken salad, tuna, lamb and sweet potatoes were delicious! Very cosy and nice. Call for your reservation! (it’s not as fully booked as the website-reservation-option suggests)
Lisa StarbucksApril 8, 2016
We had the Lobster menu. Ingredients were fresh and well presented. Service was great! Overall, I thought the food was too creamy for me and too many things thrown in together.
Tracy LeeOctober 19, 2016
The tasting menu is the most reasonable priced option in my opinion :) everything is lovely here.
Frank TeschenFebruary 9, 2017
One of the best places to eat in Reykjavik. Our meals were very delicious, the starter, the main course and also the dessert. Superb! Strongly recommended. Need reservation!
Rami IsmailJanuary 19, 2017
It costs an Icelandic fortune to eat here, but the food is phenomenal. Everything from interior to lights and service to dishes and lamb to salmon - it is all perfect.
Marianne ForgetJune 4, 2018
I went all in and took the 6 services menu. I wanted to « taste Iceland » and was not disapointed! The 6th dish was the absolute star: lamb cooked 2 ways with root vegetables. Simply divine.
Adam Molyneux-BerryFebruary 25, 2017
Great food, great service, relaxed but smart restaurant with Icelandic fish (and meats). Pricey, but worth it for a date or just a good meal.
Lindy ChambersMarch 1, 2020
What a great restaurant! Huge portions, and great service. If you love fish - this place is amazing! Seriously delicious food! Definitely go here!
Paul BaronOctober 19, 2015
Very pretty dishes, fresh food, colourful arrangements. Don't leave Reykjavik without a meal here. Careful: 2 services per night. Strict about it.
Ralle IApril 16, 2020
The best Icelandic restaurant on our trip. Tasting menu was fabulous and interior deco romantic. The food Quality was stunning and The tastes ingenious
Jessica MathySeptember 28, 2016
The catch of the day was really good! Actually everything on the menu looks very tasty, but a little pricy. Very cosy atmosphere and large wine selection.
Rick YoungJuly 31, 2016
Everything is amazing. Salmon is out of this world. Flounder is also very delicious. Also enjoyed the puffin/whale dish. Will come back for sure.
Fabio SonodaJuly 31, 2017
Any grilled langoustine! It'll melt in your mouth! 😋 The artic char is also great!
Johana AmlerováMay 5, 2018
Super nice staff and delicious food! Try catch of the day & barman’s special cocktail.
Winnie Ka MingJanuary 18, 2015
Food quality is at the very best - fresh ingredients, good combination of flavors and wonderful presentation. Must try when you are in Reykjavik!
Doug DerricottJuly 23, 2018
If you read this, you appreciate good enough to ask for Tom. Explanation of the spectacular plates occurs bets with him.
Sergio GarcíaJuly 22, 2017
Please, don't eat puffins, they are too cute and no so tasty. Minke whale is pretty good. Totally in love with the waitress, so kind.
Greg FyansMarch 13, 2017
I got the Taste of Iceland Grill, and it was outstanding. Staff were polite and explained each dish when it arrived. Would definitely visit again.
Jonathan Carr-HarrisAugust 1, 2015
Incredible food. Be sure to try the tasting menu. The lamb is awesome
Jamie LeeJuly 11, 2017
Highly recommend! We've tried most of places listed on foursquare (all with rating over 9) and this is our favorite!
Jamie BunceJanuary 22, 2017
Excellent and friendly service. The food combinations were delicious. The pistachio cake was especially good for those with a sweet tooth.
Debbie DaviesAugust 17, 2014
The butter was dreamy. I ate the carpaccio and red wine. It's a few doors from Mengi, so perfect for pre-event dining. Very romantic.
Kim Reksten GrønnebergOctober 19, 2012
Great 4-course menu, good combo of lobster, whale, lamb and lava cake! Best restaurant on our 8-day vacation (NY+Reykjavik)!
Pam LinMarch 1, 2018
Great seafood resturant. You can order the taste of Iceland here and try puffin, mink whale, and other seabird.
Olivia LucasApril 23, 2017
For apps we had the cod it was unreal. For dinner the catch of the day was ocean Perach it was also incredible.
Andrea AssierFebruary 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
My absolute favorite restaurant in Reykjavik - great food - great service and inviting atmosphere. Highly recommended
Pares TailorSeptember 25, 2016
this place is so good! genuinely had some of the best fish in the world. the salted cod is to die for
Eleanett PérezJanuary 9, 2019
The food is delicious! We ordered the “catch of the day”, a tasty pollock, and it was surprisingly flavorful.
Brett GilbertFebruary 24, 2017
Had the Grattis Salad and Pan fried cod. Both delicious! Their cappuccinos are also very good!
William LeeAugust 24, 2019
Whale meat and puffin meat, good to try but may not suit everyone appetites 😅
Chris RoweJanuary 28, 2020
The Cod/Scollop (sometimes includes Lobster) starter course is literally the best thing I’ve ever eaten
Shirley ZhuJune 11, 2016
The seafood is very fresh and delicious. Salmon was perfectly cooked
Michelle RMay 24, 2018
Wonderfully helpful staff! Juicy pasta and salmon both were great.
Hanna Victoria MörckJuly 29, 2016
Splendid food but it might take a while to get it. Worth the wait.
Zach PerkinsJuly 21, 2014
Get the tasting menu, it's worth every penny. You won't need to order anything else.

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