Burgers, Pizza & Fast Food in Reykjavík
Icelanders love a good burger, and Reykjavík has a few legendary spots alongside wood-fired pizza, kebabs and sandwich shops.
This is where to look for a quick, filling meal between sights, and for food after a night out. Use the late-night filter on the directory to see what stays open late.
- Flatey Pizza
Best pizza in Iceland. Neapolitan-style with sourdough crust. Worth the trip to Grandi harbour.
- Hamborgarabúllan Tómasar
Iconic Icelandic burger chain famous for thick patties and local ingredients. The "Forget Me Not" is legendary.
- 2Guys
Smash-burger joint with a 90s hip-hop theme, regularly voted among the best burgers in Reykjavík.
- Aktu Taktu
Classic drive-through serving burgers, fries, and shakes since the 80s. True local institution.
- Ali Baba
Long-running Middle Eastern grill serving shawarma, kebab plates and falafel in generous portions.
- Culiacan
Fresh Mexican fast food: burritos, tacos and quesadillas made to order.
- Devitos
No-frills pizza by the slice on upper Laugavegur, a cheap late-evening favourite.
- Dirty Burger & Ribs
Counter-service burgers and barbecue ribs with a small, no-fuss menu.
- Domino's Iceland
Iceland's biggest pizza chain, with branches all over the Capital Region and late opening at the main stores.
- Eldsmiðjan
Beloved local pizzeria with wood-fired oven. Generous toppings, casual atmosphere.
- Grillhúsið
American-style grill diner with burgers, ribs and a weekend brunch, right next to Smáralind.
- Hamborgarafabrikkan
Roomy sit-down burger restaurant with a long menu of creative burgers. A safe bet for families and groups.
- Hard Rock Café Reykjavík
The rock-themed American chain in the heart of downtown, with burgers, ribs and a merch shop.
- Hlöllabátar
Iceland's submarine sandwich chain. Fresh made subs with generous portions.
- Hornið
Family-run Italian restaurant dating from 1979, among the first in Iceland. Pizza, pasta and seafood with a nostalgic vibe.
- Íslenska Flatbakan
Thin flatbread-style pizzas with creative toppings and good vegan choices.
- KFC Iceland
International fried chicken chain. Useful when you need familiar comfort food.
- Kringlukráin
Family business since 1989. Famous for crispy pizzas, fresh daily fish specials, and traditional Icelandic dishes.
- Mandi
Syrian-run street food spot near Ingólfstorg. Excellent falafel, shawarma and mandi rice at good prices.
- Metro
Icelandic burger chain with drive-throughs, a cheap and quick option outside the city centre.
- Nonnabiti
Long-loved sub shop famous for its loaded "bátar" sandwiches, now also serving burgers and home-style meals.
- Pizzan
Local takeaway and delivery pizza chain with branches across the Capital Region.
- Saffran
Healthy fast-casual chain with grilled chicken, wraps, salads and spiced rice dishes.
- Serrano
Mexican-inspired fast food with burritos, tacos, and nachos. Vegetarian options available.
- Yuzu
Burgers with Asian flavours, made with house-baked buns and sauces. Easy to find in the city's food halls and malls.