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Hours
Sun
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Mon
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Ratings and reviews
4.5
Travelers' Choice 2024
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PRICE RANGE
$4.00 – $31.00
CUISINES
Cafe, European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
meals, features
Does this restaurant offer outdoor seating?
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About
Reykjavík Röst is coffee house&bar by the Old Harbour (Gamla Höfnin) in Reykjavík. We offer quality Italian coffee from Lavazza, traditional as well as with trendy twists, such as Keto Coffee and Magic Mushrooms with Chaga and Reishi mix. We have a selection of local beers, wines, and cocktails. We also serve sourdough sandwiches, pastries, and fresh soup throughout the day. Try our specials: Smoked Icelandic Salmon sandwich, Icelandic Pancake with whipped cream and rhubarb jam, and Brennivín shot with a bite of shark. Treat yourself to coffee with the view.
PRICE RANGE
$4.00 – $31.00
CUISINES
Cafe, European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Waterfront, Family style, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
381 reviews
Excellent
283
Very good
78
Average
13
Poor
4
Terrible
3
Simona D
Oklahoma City21 contributions
Jan 2023 • none
We bumped in this cafe casually taking a stroll from the Marina hotel. Not only it's super close from where we stay (even in stormy days), but you are NEVER disappointed. We went every single morning. The pastries are always warm, flaky, and fragrant. My husband tried also the apple cake, the crepes, and the muffins. All along with a nice, hot, and foamy Lavazza cappuccino. The atmosphere is welcoming and cozy with a nice view of the harbor. Colors are soothing (blue and velvet) and there is even a nice and cozy fireplace. Staff is helpful, nice, graceful, and kind. Thank you for a great experience :)
Written January 26, 2023
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Kevin McKevFace
52 contributions
Oct 2021 • none
This was the first place I stopped at, opting for a coffee and a sandwich whilst I was exploring the harbour. The quality was great, even if it was a little expensive, it worked out as about £18! But prices in Iceland are a little higher anyway so I was prepared for it.
If you are out and about in the harbour, it's worth taking a quick pit stop here.
Written October 24, 2021
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Mark M
6 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
First day in Iceland and still getting over the shock of the prices!
Had a wander down to the harbour and called in at Rost for lunch.
A very warm and friendly place with lovely decor and comfortable seating.
Had a smoked lamb open sandwich with rocket and dill - absolutely to die for.
Two sandwiches a beer and (free) water for the equivalent of £54.37
Written March 3, 2024
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Susan D
Huntington Beach1784 contributions
Jul 2023 • friends
We were with a group so we were required to pre-order so I’m not sure about the regular menu. We had the tomato soup which was really delicious. The cod fish was wonderful but my companion had the lamb which she said had too much fat for her liking. The chocolate dessert was fantastic. But, the best was the staff. So friendly and accommodating. And the location is on the waterfront just steps from the central plaza. We would definitely return here if we were in country again.
Written July 28, 2023
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Nicola W
United Kingdom23 contributions
Dec 2023 • friends
After an afternoon whale watching, this is definitely the place to stop to warm up. The mulled wine is delicious and the sourdough with honey and cinnamon is delicious. Perfectly located on the harbour with fabulous views. It’s warm and cosy like a great big hug
Written December 30, 2023
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Jocelyn B
Saskatoon13 contributions
Sep 2023 • family
We enjoyed a good midday view of the harbour from a table near the window on a sunny day. The service was friendly enough and very prompt - maybe a 5-10 minute wait for our meal. The food was fresh and had unique flavours - we had the smoked lamb sandwich, which was very good.
Written March 28, 2024
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NewBrightonGuy
New Brighton75 contributions
Sep 2023 • couples
Popped in here for a quick drink while waiting for an excursion to start. I couldn’t believe how warm and cosy I felt from the moment I stepped inside. The people were friendly, the coffee was great and I elected to have a traditional Icelandic cake while I was there. Both were delicious, and I recommend this place to everybody in the area! Prices like the whole of Iceland will be a bit of a shock to newbies, but they were absolutely in line with everywhere else.
Written October 3, 2023
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KMarlow87
6 contributions
Feb 2023 • family
This was the first place that we stopped for lunch after arriving in Reykjavik, the food was delicious. Really fresh and tasty. Me and my husband had really nice open sandwich. My daughters had avocado on toast and yoghurt. Every scrap of food got eaten.
The interior is very warm and cosy! We thought that the view to the harbour was gorgeous (We realised a few days later that it gets even nicer than what we could see on the grey day!)
The staff are all very friendly !! Thankyou so much
Written February 15, 2023
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David S
Ellesmere Port354 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Recently had lunch at this quaint bistro in the Old Harbour. We both had the Soup and Sandwich Combo (1,512 Kr each). The soup was homemade and the sandwich really tasty. Would definitely recommend this Bistro to anyone visiting Reykjavik.
Written January 1, 2020
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Walking with Mabel
East Sussex84 contributions
Nov 2022 • couples
Came here a few times on our holiday ...just came across it after a whale watching tour. Really tasty food and drinks...Good service , very relaxed and comfortable surroundings with big picture windows overlooking the harbour.
Written November 17, 2022
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M C
Chicago46 contributions
May 2024 • couples
We stopped by to try rainbow coffee, and we really enjoyed it. Great choices with surprising twists, loved all of them, but mushroom was my choice while hubby liked charcoal. Extremely nice service from every person we encountered and beautiful view of the marinated so highly recommend it 😀.
Written May 3, 2024
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Tom&NikkiTravel
London1905 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
So I first visited Reykjavik Rost back in July 2023 and at that point, sat at a table and tried one of their stunning Maple Sage lattes - I was hooked!
Fast forward 13 months and it’s August 2024 and having just woken up in my first morning in Reykjavik having wrapped up a mammoth 11 day road trip around Iceland there was no other place I wanted to be than sat in the window of Reykjavik Rost, looking out into the harbour with a delicious cup of coffee!
On arrival, the window seats were free! Happy days!!! We didn’t manage to sit at the window last year and I was positively made up that we could this time, the opportunity to sit and watch life in the harbour go by in the warmth of the cafe and the cozy notes of coffee floating through the air - it was perfect!
Having headed up to order hoping and praying the delightful Maple Sage latte was available…we were a couple of days early! The autumn menu hadn’t been switched in yet…gutted! The lovely barista did offer to get the ingredients in should we return the next day but sadly it was our last full day before departing. A beautiful offer but one I sadly couldn’t make! If anything though it is testament to the team in the cafe, you feel at home, welcomed and oh so relaxed whilst sat sipping on some superb coffee, what more could you want!
There are some truly stunning cafes and coffee shops in Reykjavik but for me, none beat the atmosphere and experience you get here at Reykjavik Rost, a 10/10 year on year…until next time ;)
Written October 8, 2024
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Tom&NikkiTravel
London1905 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
We happened to find ourselves walking by Reykjavik Rost on a Monday afternoon strolling through Reykjavik. Whilst walking around the harbour area I spotted this cosy looking little venue overlooking the harbour and just had to go in for a drink.
The venue itself is gorgeous, a warm and homely wooden building with big glass windows overlooking the harbour with seats at them so you can sit, sip and watch the world go by - what more could you want? I could have sat in there all day but unfortunately we had plenty of other things planned.
My partner opted for an oat latte of which was an incredible quality coffee, a stunning taste. My attention was captured however by one of their specials a Maple Sage Latte. Now I know I like maple, and I do like sage (typically in my cooking) but I never would have imagined putting them together. Needless to say it was a shock to the palette initially as I'd never tasted anything quite like it but it was safe to say...I was hooked!
The staff were all attentive, quick and friendly - really adding to the homely vibe. I will definitely visit on my next trip!
Written August 11, 2023
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Sophie Lauren Smith
Derby108 contributions
Nov 2023 • family
We stopped off at this cozy cafe as it was just what we needed as we were walking down a very cold harbour front. Probably one of the best hot chocolates I've had in Reykjavik and the food was delicious perfect for lunch time. The cheese and Ham toastie was incredible!
Written November 25, 2023
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Mikayla Petrilla
6 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
I came here every day during my stay in Reykjavik. The coffee and the venue were delightful and I loved to begin my mornings with a cup of mocha and a pastry on one of their super cool chairs. An eclectic, warm, effervescent space to grab a cup! xx
Written August 30, 2021
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