5 Coffeehouses in Iceland That You Shouldn't Miss

In the old town of Borgarnes is a hidden gem. In the house of Skulagata 13 you will find a guesthouse that is located inside of the home of the family that runs the place. You will also find the beautiful and cosy cafe/bar Cafe Kyrrd which offers quality coffee, delicious cakes, light meals and Wi-Fi. In all the house warmth and serenity are key features.

Dularfulla Búðin or The mysterious shop is a market, tavern and a museum. Decorated in Steampunk style with references to the 19th century science fiction. Coffee, tea and light meals at the bar or clothing and accessories in the store. Entertainment and shows at weekends.

As a part of Reykjavík Art Museum, Kjarvalsstaðir houses the works of one of Iceland’s most influential and recognised artists, Jóhannes S. Kjarval. The exhibitions at Kjarvalsstaðir focus primarily on paintings and sculptures of the established masters of modern art. The building is a fine example of Nordic modernism, it features floor-to ceiling windows that look onto the beautiful Klambratún Park. One can take in the view while enjoying a drink or a snack at the Museum's Café. The Museum's Café is open from 10h00-17h00. There is also a Museum Store in the lobby and a lovely family-activity space, the Idea Lab. Jóhannes S. Kjarval (1885–1972) has a unique place in Icelandic cultural history, as one of the nation's most beloved artists of all time. He was a legend in his own lifetime, and in the eyes of many he was the archetypal romantic bohemian artist. Kjarval donated some of his works and personal effects to the city of Reykjavík in 1968.

There is one word above all others that screams 'Reykjavik Nightlife': Kaffibarinn. Not everybody loves the place, but everyone knows exactly where it is and would be sad if it ever closed down. But there is very little risk of that, if the queues outside are anything to go by. Kaffibarinn (along with dearly departed Sirkus) is probably THE place responsible for creating Reykjavik's party town reputation. Its heady mix of hyper-uber-cool music, people in trend-setting clothes, late night drunkenness and not nearly enough space for all the dancing sweaty bodies... well, that's really what it's all about. The place is open for coffee and a nice happy hour prices on beer during the day, they do not serve cocktails but have a nice range of gin, vodka and whiskey. Disc jockey every night with various music. Mostly House during the weekends. They do not like photography inside the bar, it has been like that for many years and they do like their privacy. It´s nothing personal.