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The Seafood Cellar only opened in 2003, but has since become a top Reykjavík restaurant. It’s situated in the oldest cellar in Reykjavík and the lack of windows— creative use of lighting—create an atmosphere just like the hippest night spots of Tokyo or New York. For seafood fans, this is a vital stop on the culinary tour. The Exotic Menu should be the option for the evening. It’s a selection of dishes from the Asian-fusion menu, including creative combinations like tuna tandoori, salt fish with sweet chilli sauce, and kangaroo with sushi accompaniments.
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Friendly, family-run Thrír Frakkar (the three Frenchmen) is in a quiet residential neighbourhood. The helpful staff can get a bit frazzled when the dining area fills up (as it often does), but this just adds to its charm. Prices are very reasonable and the menu emphasises Icelandic seafood. Easily its most famous dish, however, is the whale-meat steak (it tastes like fishy beef ).
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Vid Tjörnina (By the Pond) is appropriately situated next to the picturesque pond in the centre of town. The house itself is from the early 20th century and the intimate, homey atmosphere, from the embroidered tablecloths to the snug rooms, reflects this. To match the surroundings, the dishes are suitably Icelandic. Try pickled herring and fermented shark with schnapps (an acquired taste…) and skyr, a delicious yogurt-like concoction with cream. The prices are also very reasonable.
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