2 Best Restaurants in Reykjanes Peninsula and the South Coast (with the Golden Circle), Iceland

Kanslarinn

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Simply put, Kanslarinn is like a classic American roadside diner with an Icelandic country twist. The space itself is not intended to impress, but their classic diner dishes and Icelandic favorites consistently deliver.

Dynskálar 10c, Hella, 850, Iceland
354-487–5100
Known For
  • meat soup the way Icelanders like it
  • free Wi-Fi
  • local delicacy of pepper steak from horsemeat

Olsen Olsen

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The people of Keflavík talk about Olsen Olsen like it's a family member—its legend precedes it. Grab a burger and a Coke and get a taste of what it was like when the U.S. Army introduced Icelanders to rock 'n' roll and fast food.