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Capital Region, Iceland Food Guide: 3 Indian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Reykjavik
Reviews on Indian food in Reykjavik, Capital Region, Iceland. Reykjavik bears the distinction of being the world’s northernmost capital, and for many Icelandic visitors it also serves as a gateway to the rugged adventure options beyond. Recharge after outdoor pursuits in one of the many geothermal springs or luxurious indoor spas. We appreciate Reykjavik’s open-minded and energetic culture that includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, great food and notoriously "enthusiastic" nightlife.
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1. Austur-Indiafjelagid
Overall Ratings
4 based on 517 reviews
Reviewed By Uber-resort
There are indeed no words to describe this beautiful Indian restaurant in Reykjavik. Every aspect of the restaurant was spectacular, and the hospitality of the staff just makes you want to return every time for yet another lip-smacking curry and Naan.Let's start with food. Absolutely flawless food and the chefs prepare every single dish individually, suited to your taste buds. In fact, one of my family members was allergic to any sort of spice, so the chef prepared special dishes to suit our needs, without compromising on taste.Coming to hospitality, every single waiter and waitress were extremely courteous and left no stone unturned in making your experience even more pleasant. Special mention to the owner of the restaurant who herself served us and took care of our needs more than adequately.Last but certainly not least, the decor of this place was fabulous. The art pieces on the wall, the curtains and other elements of interior design really made the patrons get a taste of India. In fact, I haven't seen places in India that have managed to capture such an authentic essence of India.Highly recommend this to anyone visting Reykjavik, even for a day!!
2. Gandhi Indian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 305 reviews
Gandhi the Indian restaurant is situated on the ground floor at Posthusstraeti 17 in the center of Reykjavik. The restaurant is small and romantic with an authentic, yet subtle, Indian atmosphere.
Reviewed By LvBruin
We chose Gandhi over the other Indian restaurant in Reykjavik that we heard of (Austur) because of it proximity to our hotel (Borg). The pricing at both based on menu reviews was high compared with even the priciest US Indian restaurants including about $12 for Pamadums which I thought were usually free. The restaurant is warm and inviting, in the basement of a building. The staff of seemingly two including the owner (I think) was a bit overwhelmed. Service slow. They brought one cold and one warm bottle of beer. Pampadums were not that tasty and a bit soft. The dishes were smaller than usual and my Chicken Tikka Masala ($32) was ok but the sauce too thick and a bit strange with chucks of vegetables. They were out of Prawns. We wonât return.
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3. Shalimar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 741 reviews
Reviewed By LondonBeagle
Shalimar is the Indian restaurant you wish was near your house at home. Simply decorated with plastic chairs and uncovered tables, it is unpretentious. The staff were friendly and very helpful with allergies and gluten-free options. The food was authentically spicy and the meat was of high quality (we had lamb and chicken). The food and the bread was made on site and when we asked for a revised version of the dall dish, it was prepared from scratch without fuss. The portions were fairly modest, it has to be said. Prices were authentically Icelandic: main course for five with no starters or drinks was a shade under £150. It would be half that (at most) in the UK.
