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Grandi Mathöll — Reykjavík's Street Food Hall
About Grandi Mathöll — Reykjavík's Street Food Hall
Grandi Mathöll is Reykjavík's waterfront food hall in the Old Harbour, bringing together 10+ street food vendors under one roof in a converted warehouse. The food represents Iceland and the world: Icelandic fish and lamb, Thai, Indian, Mexican, burgers, pizza, seafood soup, vegan options. Casual seating, harbour views, craft beer bar, and prices lower than Reykjavík's sit-down restaurants. Grandi Mathöll is where locals and visitors eat well without breaking the bank.
History & Background
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?
- ✔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
Tours Near Grandi Mathöll — Reykjavík's Street Food Hall
Best-rated Iceland experiences — book with free cancellation
Why Visit
Grandi Mathöll is where locals and visitors eat well without breaking the bank.
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.
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.
📖 Stories & Legends
Icelandic sagas and folklore from this area
Hidden Gems Nearby
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.
Practical Information
Best Time
Lunch or dinner — combine with harbour walk
Duration
1–2 hours
Access
Grandagarður 16, Old Harbour Grandi
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).
