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Bæjarins Beztu — Iceland's Most Famous Hot Dog Stand
Bæjarins Beztu ('Best Hot Dog in Town') is Reykjavík's legendary hot dog stand operating since 1937 near the Old Harbour. The stand serves Icelandic lamb hot dogs (pylsur) topped with raw onions, crispy fried onions, ketchup, sweet mustard and remoulade — the classic combination is 'eina með öllu' (one with everything). Visited by Bill Clinton, Metallica and countless tourists, Bæjarins Beztu is a Reykjavík institution and Iceland's most famous street food. Open late into the night serving post-bar crowds.
About Bæjarins Beztu — Iceland's Most Famous Hot Dog Stand
Bæjarins Beztu ('Best Hot Dog in Town') is Reykjavík's legendary hot dog stand operating since 1937 near the Old Harbour. The stand serves Icelandic lamb hot dogs (pylsur) topped with raw onions, crispy fried onions, ketchup, sweet mustard and remoulade — the classic combination is 'eina með öllu' (one with everything). Visited by Bill Clinton, Metallica and countless tourists, Bæjarins Beztu is a Reykjavík institution and Iceland's most famous street food. Open late into the night serving post-bar crowds.
History & Background
Bæjarins Beztu founded 1937, making it one of Iceland's oldest continuously operating food businesses. The stand survived the Depression, World War II, modernization, tourism boom — still serving the same hot dogs from a small kiosk. The name means 'Best Hot Dog in Town' — locals argue whether it's true, but it's definitely the most famous.
Key Facts
- ✔Operating since 1937 (87 years)
- ✔Icelandic lamb hot dogs, grass-fed
- ✔Classic order: 'eina með öllu' (one with everything)
- ✔Bill Clinton, Metallica visited
- ✔Open until 1:00–4:30am depending on night
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Book NowAbout Bæjarins Beztu — Iceland's Most Famous Hot Dog Stand
Bæjarins Beztu opened 1937 as a hot dog stand (pylsuvagn) near Reykjavík harbor. The current location is a small green kiosk at Tryggvagata near the Old Harbour. **Hot Dogs (Pylsur):** - Icelandic lamb hot dogs (not beef/pork) — naturally raised, grass-fed - Served in soft bun - Classic order: 'eina með öllu' (one with everything) - Raw chopped onions - Crispy fried onions (the secret ingredient) - Ketchup - Sweet brown mustard (pylsusinnep) - Remoulade (white sauce, mayo-based) **Price:** ~600 ISK per hot dog **Hours:** Mon–Thu 10:00–01:00, Fri–Sat 10:00–04:30, Sun 10:00–01:00. Open late for post-bar crowds. **Famous Visitors:** Bill Clinton (2004), Metallica, countless celebrities and tourists. The stand has been featured in international travel media as one of the world's best street foods. Located at Tryggvagata near the Old Harbour, central Reykjavík.
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Bæjarins Beztu founded 1937, making it one of Iceland's oldest continuously operating food businesses. The stand survived the Depression, World War II, modernization, tourism boom — still serving the same hot dogs from a small kiosk. The name means 'Best Hot Dog in Town' — locals argue whether it's true, but it's definitely the most famous.
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Bæjarins Beztu is Iceland's most famous food establishment — not a Michelin restaurant, not a trendy bistro, but a hot dog stand that has been serving pylsur (Icelandic hot dogs) from the same tiny kiosk since 1937. The hot dogs are Icelandic lamb (not beef or pork), naturally raised and grass-fed. The classic order is 'eina með öllu' (one with everything): raw chopped onions, crispy fried onions, ketchup, sweet brown mustard, remoulade (mayonnaise-based sauce). The combination is perfect — sweet, savory, crunchy, creamy. Bill Clinton famously stopped here during a visit to Iceland. Metallica ordered hot dogs. Tourists queue around the block. Locals grab pylsur after drinking downtown. The stand is open until 1:30am weekends, serving post-bar crowds. It costs 600 ISK. It's delicious. It's Iceland.
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Best Time
Lunch or late night (midnight+)
Duration
10–15 min
Access
Tryggvagata, near Old Harbour
Why Visit
Bæjarins Beztu ('Best Hot Dog in Town') is Reykjavík's legendary hot dog stand operating since 1937 near the Old Harbour.
Hidden Gems Nearby
The 2am Weekend Crowd
Friday–Saturday nights at 2am, the stand is packed with Icelanders leaving bars — it's loud, chaotic, friendly, and the most authentic local experience you'll have at a tourist attraction.
The Fried Onions Secret
The crispy fried onions (cronions) are what make these hot dogs legendary — sweet, crunchy, perfect. Some Icelanders order extra.
Practical Information
Best Time
Lunch or late night (midnight+)
Duration
10–15 min
Access
Tryggvagata, near Old Harbour
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I order?▾
'Eina með öllu' (one with everything) — the classic. Raw onions, fried onions, ketchup, mustard, remoulade.
Are they really lamb?▾
Yes — Icelandic hot dogs are lamb (sometimes with pork), not beef. Grass-fed, naturally raised.