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Hours
Sun
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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Ratings and reviews
Travelers' Choice 2024
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Food and ambience
Menu
Forréttir
Humarsúpa
Leturhumar, kirsuberjatómatar, verbena olía
ISK3599.0
Rækjutempura
Chilimayo, afílla karsi
ISK3599.0
Grillaðar rauðrófur
Balsamic, grænkál, rauðrófumaus, möndlur
ISK3999.0
Grillaður hvalur
Kryddað soya, chili sulta, jarðskokkar, radísur
ISK4999.0
Hrossa fillet
Sýrður rauðlaukur, piparrót, soya
ISK3499.0
Nauta carpaccio
Parmesan, ruccola, pistasíur, aioli
ISK3699.0
Is this a Steakhouse?
Details
About
Fine dining restaurant located in the oldest house in Selfoss. With the dining area upstairs and a cocktail bar on the first floor. We use local and icelandic ingredients mixed with flavors from around the world.
CUISINES
Steakhouse, Seafood, European, Fusion, Scandinavian
Meals
Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Mastercard, Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
Contribute
4.5
1,113 reviews
Excellent
784
Very good
256
Average
41
Poor
19
Terrible
13
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TrailBlazer561093
2 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
My girlfriend and I were visiting Iceland from the US and ended up at Tryggvaskli because we were too tired on our last night to drive back to Reykjavik for dinner. The restaurant was beautiful and had such a cozy and welcoming environment. We started with drinks and the lobster soup which was incredible. For our entrees, there was a slight mix-up where I ordered the Ribeye, but our server brought out a salmon dish. There's a good chance I said the wrong thing since I was exhausted from all of the driving and hiking we'd done over the past few days, but our server (I think his name was Magga) was extremely apologetic, even though it wasn't his fault, and made sure they started cooking a ribeye right away for me. He even brought the salmon dish back out to me and said I should try it, since it's really good, as they worked on my other plate. The salmon was so good that I probably would have told them they didn't have to cook another dish if I had tried it earlier! The ribeye came out a few minutes later and it was fantastic. When our bill came, Magga discounted everything due to the mix-up and was constantly wanted to make sure everything was to our liking. Definitely not used to this level of service and hospitality and just wanted to again extend our thanks for him for everything. Our dinner was the perfect exclamation point on our trip and was such a fantastic reminder of how incredible this country and it's people are. Would 100% recommend and we will definitely be back on our next visit.
Written October 28, 2024
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Tryggvaskáli Selfossi
Dear,
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We are absolutely delighted that you and your girlfriend chose to dine with us on your last night in Iceland and that we could be part of your journey through our beautiful country.
We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, ambiance, and service at Tryggvaskáli. The lobster soup, salmon, and ribeye are all dishes we take great pride in, so it’s wonderful to know they left a lasting impression. It sounds like Magga provided the exceptional service we aim for, and we will be sure to share your kind words with her—it will mean so much!
Your experience truly captures what we strive for: making every guest feel welcome, cared for, and appreciated. We’re so glad we could add a special touch to your trip, and we’re humbled by your high recommendation.
We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next visit to Iceland! Until then, safe travels, and thank you again for your thoughtful and generous feedback.
Warm regards,
The Tryggvaskáli Team
Written November 18, 2024
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AIN_Bln
Berlin61 contributions
Oct 2023 • family
After our absolute "shipwreck" in the underground tourist shop "Ingolfsskali Viking Restaurant" (see review there), we came back to Selfoss at the last minute and on a whim (and because of the good reviews here on TA) to Tryggvaskali. And - balancing justice. There was actually a table free and the evening was saved! You could literally feel how everyone in our family breathed a sigh of relief because we were served here on the first floor in a super friendly and comfortable way by warm service. The cocktails to start with were remarkably good, the wine list is nice. But the food was also really good, especially the (unavoidable in Iceland) lobster soup, which was outstandingly good here (especially compared to Kopar and Fjöruborðið - which both boast of having the "best soup"). The main courses (rib eye, burger, cod etc.) were also top-notch, rounded off by (I'll happily repeat) a very attentive and friendly service. Despite the disappointment beforehand, it was still a really great (last) evening in Iceland.
Written November 6, 2023
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Nancy Stafford
Newport257 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
A cute spot. The menu is limited and the food was good and inventive. I had the cod (which was slightly over salty but delicious) and while the chutney was an odd pairing I kept them apart and it was fine. My husband had the burger and when he went to tell them how he wanted it done was told "we don't do that in Iceland. The chef makes it how he thinks it should be." This worked out for my husband because he likes a rare burger but if I had ordered that I would not have been able to eat it.
Most of the reviews say how nice the staff is. While they were not unfriendly, we were the only people in the restaurant for quite a bit of time when we first arrived and there was no attempt to speak with us or see how things were going. Not sure how they can handle it when they are full.
One final note - and this did not effect my rating but I feel compelled to share it - the music is atrocious. I don't mind different styles of music but this was the worst of a rat packy mix anyone could come up with.
Overall, I would recommend.
Written January 3, 2024
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Marco C.
Milan21 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
I had high expectations given the reviews, for the quality of the food I ate much better at Vik and in other restaurants even at lower prices. I wouldn't go back. Excellent service, atmosphere like a local tavern.
Written January 5, 2024
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Tom
Brasschaat13 contributions
Jul 2023 • family
We visited Iceland for 2 weeks and had diner each day at a different location. We had the best meals in this restaurant, we had a delicious fish soup, outstanding beef tenderloin and special ice cream with crumble as desert. They forgot to bring my daughters hamburger at the same time and rushed immediately to have it brought , we even got it for free which was very appreciated.
Written July 21, 2023
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MC
The Netherlands219 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
After a not very inviting reception, we were given a table in a side room of the restaurant. It had the atmosphere of a living room and the music was pleasant. After ordering a drink and main course we waited an hour for our meal. A piece of bread would be nice. We had the tenderloin, which was cooked well. The main course was quite small and there were no vegetables or raw vegetables. All in all sufficient, but if I look at the price/quality ratio, not more than sufficient.
Written August 28, 2023
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Owen Thesaints
723 contributions
Jun 2022 • couples
The restaurant occupied a prime position right on the main roundabout in the centre. It had an attractive homely interior. We ate upstairs. We were very pleased with the quality of our meals - beef tenderloin was available in a half portion or full portion size. Cooked to perfection. The lamb skewers in an orange sauce were succulent and flavoursome. Skyr, served with fermented blueberries, white chocolate and almonds was a delightful way to complete a meal. The three balls of ice cream, served with white chocolate and a chocolate ganache was fine. It seemed odd that it was served with shoe string potato chips. Service was very friendly and timely. A most enjoyable dining experience.
Written June 13, 2022
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GGJ
Reykjavik2 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
The Lobster soup was so spicy that I could not finish it. Tasted nothing like a lobstersoup. The portion was so small and only two very small slizes of baguett did come with it. When my husband asked for extra bread that was not possible witout paing extra for a slize of bread! What a ripp off. I ordered a glass of white wine with the soup but could not finish the glass as the strong spice from the soup made the wine taste funny. Such a shame as this restaurant is so cozy, but we will not come back here.
Written August 5, 2023
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Namrata J
Pleasanton74 contributions
Jun 2022 • friends
Charming restaurant with river views. We were casually dressed but also a good place for a dressed up dinner.
My 3 friends and I ordered the salmon pesto, Ling cod, beef and shrimp skewers. The salmon was the best of the three. Ling was ok. The skewers were over cooked. They cooked beef and shrimp on the same skewer which way over cooked the shrimp. We were expecting separate skewers of each, expecting each to have been cooked according to its specifications.
Disappointed. Staff was lovely and the service was good. But the food was just ok
Written June 18, 2022
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pegschwe07
Gschwend104 contributions
Sep 2022 • couples
Former residential building with many cosy dining areas. Clear menu with basic ingredients typical of the country: fish, duck, pony, whale.
We had tartar and edamame for starters, duck for the main course, and skyr and ice cream for dessert. All of the dishes tasted excellent. Visually a feast for the eyes and imaginatively combined.
Written August 24, 2023
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JulesMi
53 contributions
May 2024 • couples
Delicious food and quaint atmosphere. Must do in Selfoss. Chef’s special 3 course meal was amazing. Details to presentation. Fried mushroom on the filet was the pinnacle of main course. Lobster soup is savory with delicious bread. Dessert was sweet, creamy, and crunchy sugar. Great combination of flavors.
Written May 30, 2024
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Tryggvaskáli Selfossi
Thenk you very much Jules. The chefs are very happy to hear you liked there food. Always welcome back. :)
Written July 9, 2024
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LindaKirkegaard
Hasselager22 contributions
Mar 2024 • family
Incredibly bad service by the waiters who seem indifferent to their guests. We ordered a wine menu and asked if the one glass of red wine could be replaced with white wine, but we were told no. Said again that it is because one guest cannot tolerate red wine but the waiters insisted. The wine didn't come until quite a while after the appetizer and wasn't presented, so we didn't know which Vibes were drinking with the food.
One menu was hugely messy in the court and the components did not fit together. An older building with thin windows from which it detracts a lot.
Written March 30, 2024
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Robert L
Amherst1622 contributions
Jun 2021 • couples
We chose this restaurant because of the ratings. The duck confit was nearly inedible as the duck was overcooked- it was hard and dry on the outside leaving very little tender meat near the bone. The accompanying salad was so oversalted that we had to ask for a different salad- very unlike us.
The lamb skewers were good, also a bit overcooked with no pink, and the side potato salad was dry.
Prohibitively expensive. Ouch.
Written June 23, 2021
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anne A
Durham348 contributions
Oct 2022 • none
This restaurant was charming, had great food, and great service. There were 6 of us, and we had a round table in a small room, which made it so easy for conversation. The restaurant is in an old house, so all the dining areas are broken up into small rooms/sections. It's charming! There was a good happy hour drinks menu (and alcohol can be $$ in Iceland!) and the food was amazing.
Written October 20, 2022
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Rodney S
Birmingham88 contributions
Sep 2023 • couples
Very quaint place Atmosphere is awesome, service is very good, prices are reasonable. The menu has items I have never tried including whale and horse, I tried them both and they were both very good!! I would recommend getting there early or reservations! All in all I would for sure go back!
Written September 29, 2023
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