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Selfoss, South Iceland

South Iceland Food Guide

Best Restaurants in Selfoss

Selfoss's top dining spots — hearty South Iceland cooking, river-view cafés and craft beer on the Ring Road.

Where to Eat in Selfoss

Selfoss is South Iceland's largest town, a lively hub on the Ring Road set on the banks of the Ölfusá river. The food scene punches above its weight — you'll find everything from farm-to-table Icelandic cuisine to international flavours and good-value cafés.

Whether you're stopping on the way to the Golden Circle, the Westman Islands ferry, or heading further along the South Coast, Selfoss is worth an extra hour for a meal.

25 restaurants8 cafés & bakeries2 bars

Editor's Picks

Top Picks in Selfoss

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Þrastalundur

Restaurant

Þrastalundur is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Pylsuvagninn
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Pylsuvagninn

Restaurant

Pylsuvagninn is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Krisp
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Krisp

Restaurant

Krisp is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Top Restaurants & Cafés

Restaurant

Þrastalundur is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Pylsuvagninn
Restaurant

Pylsuvagninn is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Krisp
Krisp€€
Restaurant

Krisp is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Eldhúsið
Restaurant

Eldhúsið, meaning 'The Kitchen,' offers a charming dining experience in Selfoss, housed within a historic white building with a distinctive green roof. Guests can enjoy a bright and inviting atmosphere, complemented by large arched windows that let in ample natural light. Perfect for a casual meal, this eatery promises a delightful stop for travelers exploring South Iceland.

Illy
Illy€€
Café

Illy is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Byria
Byria€€
Restaurant

Byria in Selfoss offers a vibrant and modern setting, perfect for a casual meal or drinks. Guests can enjoy a selection of pastries and beverages, including local Viking beer, at the stylish wooden bar. With its bright interior, featuring distinctive blue pendant lights and a lively atmosphere, it's an ideal spot to relax and socialize in South Iceland. The "Grab & Go" option adds convenience for travelers on the move.

Almar Bakari
Café

Almar Bakari is a bakery in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic bakeries are beloved community institutions, known for their freshly baked bread, kleina (twisted doughnuts), snúðar (cinnamon rolls), and strong coffee. The smell of fresh baking is one of Iceland's most comforting experiences.

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Café

Reykjadalur Café is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Restaurant

Tryggvaskáli is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Fjöruborðið
Restaurant

Fjöruborðið is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Ölverk
Ölverk€€
Restaurant

Ölverk is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving Pizza. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Matkráin
Matkráin€€
Restaurant

Matkráin is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving local. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Hver
Hver€€
Restaurant

Hver is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Café

Töfragarðurinn is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Kaffi Krús
Café

Kaffi Selfoss is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Rosa€€
Café

Rosa is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Restaurant

Samúelsson is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Romano€€
Restaurant

Romano is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving Italian. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Takkó
Takkó€€
Restaurant

Takkó is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Menam
Menam€€
Restaurant

Menam is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving Thai. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Restaurant

The Old Dairy is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Restaurant

The Greenhouse is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Hofland Eatery
Restaurant

Hofland Eatery is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving Burgers. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Restaurant

Taco Vagninn is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving tex-mex. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Ingólfsskáli Viking Restaurant
Restaurant

Ingólfsskáli Viking Restaurant is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Árborg
Árborg€€
Restaurant

Árborg is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Hipstur
Hipstur€€
Restaurant

Hipstur is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving Fish & Chips. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

PFC€€
Restaurant

PFC is a quick-service restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving chicken. Whether you need a quick meal between sightseeing or a late-night bite, this is a practical stop for travellers.

Café

Konungs Kaffi is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Froken Selfoss
Restaurant

Froken Selfoss is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Hafið Bláa
Restaurant

Hafið Bláa is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland serving Seafood. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Restaurant

Kjöt & Kúnst is a restaurant in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic cuisine has evolved dramatically in recent decades, moving from traditional fish and lamb dishes to world-class dining experiences. Many restaurants now showcase local ingredients — fresh fish, lamb, skyr, and Arctic char — with modern culinary techniques.

Café

Minniborgir is a café in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.

Bars

Risið
Risið€€
Bar

Risið in Selfoss presents a sophisticated and inviting bar experience, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. This stylish venue features a beautifully stocked wooden bar with comfortable velvet stools and a plush lounge area with intimate tables, all bathed in warm, soft lighting. Guests can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and a wide selection of spirits in a cozy setting, complete with charming wooden interiors and exposed architectural beams, making it an ideal spot for relaxed socializing.

Smiðjan brugghús
Bar

Smiðjan brugghús is a bar in South Iceland, Iceland. Icelandic bars are lively social hubs, especially on weekend nights when the famous Reykjavík pub crawl (rúntur) takes over the city. Good drinks, local beer, and friendly company make Icelandic bar culture a memorable experience.

Dining Tips for Selfoss

  • Tryggvaskáli is one of Selfoss's most established sit-down restaurants — good for a proper lunch before heading south.
  • Most cafés and restaurants are clustered along Austurvegur and Breiðamörk streets.
  • Selfoss has more dining options than most Ring Road stops — you won't be limited to a single pizza place.
  • If driving from Reykjavík, Selfoss is under an hour — an easy lunch detour without adding much distance.

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