Matur og Drykkur
Reykjavik
Consider booking a table in advance, as the restaurant can get busy, particularly during peak dinner hours.
Matur og Drykkur is a distinctive dining establishment located at Mýrargata 31 in Reykjavík, Iceland, offering guests a unique taste of Icelandic culinary heritage. In the kitchen, traditional Icelandic recipes are reimagined with a modern touch, drawing inspiration from local produce and century-old cooking traditions. This restaurant creates a journey through the seasons, ensuring that every meal showcases the freshest Icelandic ingredients available at any given time. The practice of incorporating wild herbs and seaweed into their menu continues to pay homage to Iceland's natural bounty while enhancing flavors in creative ways.
The ambiance at Matur og Drykkur is carefully curated to match the culinary offerings, with an atmosphere that combines the rustic charm of Iceland with contemporary elegance. The setting encourages diners to relax and enjoy a meal that is both a celebration of Icelandic culture and a testament to modern culinary innovation. Ideal for gourmets looking for an authentic Icelandic experience, the restaurant's ever-evolving menu promises a distinct and memorable dining experience with each visit.
Though accommodating dietary restrictions such as vegan, gluten-free, or lactose-free options may not be possible, the restaurant does offer an innovative culinary adventure for others. Diners seeking a genuine taste of Icelandic tradition in Reykjavik blended with modern dining trends will find Matur og Drykkur a suitable choice for special occasions or simply an adventurous meal.
Reviews
Great option for a fancy prefix dining experience. The service was friendly, and the foods were well thought out and prepared beautifully. I thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and would return.
The tasting menu is fantastic. The flavours are very well balanced, funky enough to be interesting, without going overboard so the dishes remain pleasant. The wine pairing is crazy overpriced, so we went for a bottle instead (which was really good!)
This is my second time here and does not disappoint. Everything is coursed out very well and beverage pairing is very complementary to each dish. The staff has a deep understanding of every ingredient and do an excellent job detailing each course. With 10 courses, I was very full at the end of the evening. Highly recommend dining here for authentic Icelandic revival.
Such an incredible place. Creative and interesting, kind and attentive staff and we really learnt about Icelandic food culture and the various influenced
The ten-course meal is very overpriced and the wine pairing is not worth it. The portions are comically small (pictures for reference). The first four courses are really one. Most of the dishes tasted fine except the carrot cake. The gelatin added a strange texture and the ice cream was a little bitter. and the staff was cold. It felt as if the restaurant staff did not want to be there. Perhaps there was something going on behind the scenes but the maître d’ was constantly disappearing and at one point the chef was serving me because the sous chef/secondary waiter also disappeared. I was there celebrating the end of a momentous trip to iceland to celebrate my birthday (on my birthday) and this experience was very underwhelming and flat. Especially given the amount of publicity this restaurant receives from Icelandair and local travel blogs, I was expecting something more akin to the friendliness of the Icelandic people. This felt pretentious and capitalistic. I would not recommend this restaurant. It falls short on many levels. Honestly surprised they received a nod from the Michelin guide.
