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Grandi Mathöll — Reykjavík's Street Food Hall
About Grandi Mathöll — Reykjavík's Street Food Hall
Grandi Mathöll opened August 2019 in a converted warehouse at Grandagarður 16 in the Old Harbour Grandi district. The food hall operates daily 11:30–21:00 (Fri–Sat until 22:00), with 10–12 independent food vendors. **Typical vendors (rotate periodically):** - **Icelandic seafood:** Fish soup, lobster soup, fish & chips - **Icelandic lamb:** Burgers, slow-cooked lamb, pulled lamb - **International:** Thai curries, Indian, Mexican tacos, Vietnamese pho, Middle Eastern - **Pizza:** Wood-fired Neapolitan-style - **Vegan/Vegetarian:** Plant-based bowls, falafel - **Desserts:** Ice cream, waffles - **Drinks:** Craft beer bar featuring Icelandic breweries, wine, soft drinks Prices: 1,800–3,500 ISK per dish (significantly cheaper than sit-down restaurants). Communal seating, casual atmosphere, harbour views. The food hall is part of the Grandi district revitalization — formerly working docks, now cultural/dining destination.
🐉 Where Reykjavík Eats Without Mortgaging the House
Reykjavík restaurants are brutally expensive. Grandi Mathöll offers quality food at almost-reasonable prices — which makes it revolutionary.
📖 History of Grandi Mathöll — Reykjavík's Street Food Hall
Opened August 2019 as Reykjavík's first permanent street food hall. The warehouse was part of the Old Harbour industrial area (fish processing, cargo storage). Grandi district gentrified from 2010s onward — Marshall House arts centre, Omnom Chocolate factory, museums, Grandi Mathöll food hall.
💡 Did You Know?
The Icelandic lamb served at Grandi Mathöll is grass-fed and raised free-range — Iceland has no feedlots, so all lamb is effectively organic even if not certified.
Key Facts
Opened 2019 in converted warehouse
10–12 independent food vendors
Icelandic + international street food
2,000–3,000 ISK per meal (cheaper than restaurants)
Daily 11:30–21:00, Fri–Sat until 22:00
💎 Hidden Gems
The Icelandic Craft Beer Selection
The beer bar at Grandi Mathöll features rotating taps from Icelandic microbreweries — Borg, Einstök, Kaldi, Ölvisholt, Gæðingur. Best beer variety in the Old Harbour.
The Thursday Lunch Crowd
Thursday lunch attracts Old Harbour workers and local artists from nearby Marshall House — the most authentic local vibe.
🕐 Best Time
Lunch or dinner — combine with harbour walk
🚗 Access
Grandagarður 16, Old Harbour Grandi
⏱ Duration
1–2 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a meal?▾
2,000–3,500 ISK per dish — significantly cheaper than sit-down restaurants (which average 5,000–8,000 ISK).
Do I need to book?▾
No — order at vendor counters, find a seat at communal tables. Can be crowded at peak times (Fri–Sat dinner).
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