Höfnin Restaurant
Reykjavik
At a glance
Nestled by the old harbor in Reykjavik, Höfnin Restaurant offers a charming blend of classic Icelandic dishes with a contemporary twist. With its welcoming family-run atmosphere, this cozy dining spot captures the rustic essence of a traditional boathouse. Diners can enjoy a scenic view of the harbor, adding a picturesque backdrop to their culinary experience.
Höfnin's menu features a range of options to suit diverse palates. From seafood to lamb and vegetarian dishes, the restaurant emphasizes hearty, flavorful portions, typical of Icelandic cuisine. The establishment is known for its generous portions, whether it's their renowned fish dishes or other meaty and vegetarian fare.
The restaurant's interior design pays homage to its maritime surroundings, providing an authentic dining experience that feels both intimate and welcoming. The staff is attentive, ensuring that guests feel accommodated and never rushed, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely meal.
Höfnin is suitable for both small and large groups, and it knows how to cater to families, offering a children's menu to keep younger diners happy. This restaurant is a solid choice for those looking to explore Icelandic culinary traditions in a classic setting, all within the vibrant atmosphere of Reykjavik's historic harbor.
Reviews
We enjoyed lunch after puffin watching. Although pricey, just as everything in Iceland, we enjoyed our meal and service.
Icelandic soul food. We had some of the best food we’ve ever had here at Hofnin. The restaurant came to us as a recommendation from a friend. We went there first time and tried the lamb shank and fish & chips. So good we had to come back another night. Tried the fish off the day and fish and chips again, of course. We will be dreaming of this food and can’t wait to return to Reykjavik again just for this!
At the risk of sounding like a snooty tourist, it felt a bit pretentious. They give you way, way, WAY too much silverware and cups. I swear I had at least two of each kind and three cups of varying sizes. Made for a cramped table with how many people were in our group. The cured reindeer had me scratching my head. These tiny bits are the meat? Figured I could've just had a run-of-the-mill salad at this rate. The cod was beautiful, though only serving it with like three shrimp was a confusing choice. They do that thing that bothers me too where they stack the foods on top of each other. I get it's for presentation, but it just made it more annoying to enjoy. The dessert was divine. Honestly surprised this is the first I saw a lava cake since I've been on this big trip.
We stopped at Höfnin Restaurant Höfnin veitingarstaður for our farewell dinner. It was a great meal. We were seated upstairs and had a great view of the harbor. The food was amazing and the staff was very friendly. This would be a great place to visit and sit outsid when it is nice out.
