Narfeyrarstofa - Stykkisholmur

Wow, what an amazing experience. We came a few minutes early to enjoy a glass of wine prior to our dinner. The wonderful owner, who also bartends, seats patrons... read more Wow, what an amazing experience. We came a few minutes early to enjoy a glass of wine prior to our dinner. The wonderful owner, who also bartends, seats patrons, buses tables and helps serve dishes, was a dynamo, making sure we, as well as everyone else, was taken care of. The food was amazing and reasonably priced (for Iceland), surprising since it was only 1 of 3 places available for dinner this time of year. Such a really delicious and enjoyable meal, we will be sure to return when we get a chance to again visit Iceland!

From the immediate service entrance to the main meal, a fabulous Icelandic experience. Quaint old wooden floors worn tables and gentle background music set the... read more From the immediate service entrance to the main meal, a fabulous Icelandic experience. Quaint old wooden floors worn tables and gentle background music set the scene for quite possibly the freshest and most excellent food service so far in Iceland. I ordered scallops as a starter which were Devine and my wife a salad for starters which was huge. Next house special fish dish can't spell or pronounce it but my goodness I could eat it. Just incredible. My wife isn't a fishy fan and ordered the lamb which was also amazing. Could of glasses of Pinot Gris and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

When we arrived in Stykkisholmur late in the evening, the hostess at our guest house was concerned, because we had not made dinner arrangements. She quickly rec... read more When we arrived in Stykkisholmur late in the evening, the hostess at our guest house was concerned, because we had not made dinner arrangements. She quickly recommended two restaurants, asked us which one we preferred and then proceeded to make a reservation on our behalf. Left to our own devices, we would have probably eaten fast food or pub grub, but the restaurant was just across the street, so we decided to give it a shot. When we arrived, we had to go to the bar on the lower level, and wait for a time to be seated. The dining room was on the upper floor of what appeared to be a converted two-story house. The atmosphere was casual, yet cautiously elegant. The prices on the menu were higher than we had anticipated. But, it was our anniversary, so we said, What the heck? Live a little. So glad we did. We started with the Icelandic salad and fish soup. The salad had fruits and nuts in it, along with fresher greens than I had yet had in Iceland. The fish soup was a touch salty, but flavorful, with mussels, shrimp, and more bites of seafood in it. For our mains, I tried the pan-fried cod in a miso glaze, and my wife had the scallops. Both were excellent, with subtle flavors that didn 't take away from the freshness of the seafood. For dessert, we had a surprisingly good tiramisu. The service was kind and attentive, while also being unobtrusive. Overall, this was a finer quality of dining than I had anticipated finding in this sleepy little town. We were delighted to spend our anniversary dinner here, despite the cost. We were not disappointed.

What an awesome restaurant. Firstly the food. At Narfeyrarstofa you get the best fish you will get in Iceland. The mussels are fantastic, and what a great idea... read more What an awesome restaurant. Firstly the food. At Narfeyrarstofa you get the best fish you will get in Iceland. The mussels are fantastic, and what a great idea to pair them with french frice. The scallop melts in your mouth and then there is the cod Awesome. If you prefer meat you are also in for a treat. Beef or lamb or even a tasty burger. Secondly, the service is first class. Everything is served with a smile and nothing it to much trouble. Thirdly the lounge/bar in the celler is romanticly fantastic. Quite simple on of, if not the best restaurant in Iceland. The chef (owner) and his wife (waiter) can be so proud of this great place.

Hidden away on the Main Street this restaurant offers the most amazing food really unusual flavours and ingredients making the dishes really stand out. Only dow... read more Hidden away on the Main Street this restaurant offers the most amazing food really unusual flavours and ingredients making the dishes really stand out. Only downside was that endangered fin whale was on the menu appreciate it’s part of Icelandic culture but shocking to see in the current climate