About
Traditional Icelandic restaurant in Húsavík's oldest house, serving classic dishes since 1950.
Cuisine
Traditional Icelandic
Price Range
$$
Opening Hours
Daily 11:30-22:00
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Explore Nearby
Distances and estimated driving times from Gamli Bærinn

attraction
Húsavíkurkirkja — Húsavík Wooden Church
70 m - 1 min drive
restaurant
Heimabakarí
71 m - 1 min drive

restaurant
Naustið
92 m - 1 min drive

accommodation
Fosshótel Húsavík
95 m - 1 min drive
attraction
North Sailing Whale Watching
105 m - 1 min drive

restaurant
Moby Dick
110 m - 1 min drive

accommodation
Gistiheimilið Árból
132 m - 1 min drive
restaurant
Hérna
167 m - 1 min drive
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Type
Restaurant
Cuisine
Traditional Icelandic
Price Range
$$
Best Time
18:00–20:30 for dinner
Best Time To Visit
Address
Húsavík, Iceland
Opening Hours
Daily 11:30-22:00
Getting There
Driving
Best option outside city centers. Use live map guidance for arrival.
Walking
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Public Transport
Availability depends on location; Reykjavik has the strongest network.
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🏨 Hotel95 mFosshótel Húsavík
🏡 Guesthouse132 mGistiheimilið Árból
🏡 Guesthouse445 mHöfði Gistihús
🏡 Guesthouse640 mHúsavík Guesthouse
🏨 Hotel742 mHusavik Cape Hotel
🏡 Guesthouse15.2 kmGistiheimilið Árbót
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to make a reservation?
Reservations are recommended for dinner at popular restaurants, especially in summer. Walk-ins are usually fine for lunch. Always call ahead for groups of 6 or more.
What is the typical price range?
Iceland restaurants range from budget cafés (2,000–3,000 ISK per person) to fine dining (8,000–15,000+ ISK). Most sit-down restaurants fall in the 3,000–7,000 ISK range.
Are card payments accepted?
Yes, card payments are standard across Iceland. Most places accept Visa and Mastercard. Cash is rarely needed.
Are vegetarian and vegan options available?
Most Icelandic restaurants offer vegetarian options. Dedicated vegan dishes are more common in Reykjavik. Ask your server about available alternatives.
What are the typical opening hours?
Most restaurants open around 11:30 for lunch and stay open until 21:00–23:00. Kitchen hours may close earlier. Always check the restaurant's own website or call ahead.



