Restaurants

Norð Austur sushi & bar is a part of Hótel Aldan , a family-run hotel in the peaceful and remote town of Seyðisfjörður only a few meters from the iconic Rainbowstreet and Blue Church. The resta urant is renowned for its delicious sushi and has been named the best sushi restaurant in the country. The restaurant, Norð Austur, is named after our beloved, unloving wind direction: North East. The restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients available at any given time, with the fish being caught locally by fishermen in the fjords. With respect for the raw materials and Japanese traditions, Norð Austur serves modern sushi alongside tasty beverages. The restaurant only operates during the summertime - which makes booking a table in advance recommended.

A cosy guesthouse with 10 rooms and a Restaurant.  We have a large Camping site with access to WC and showers 24/7, playing ground, barbecue area and possibility of renting a hall for up to 160 people for larger gatherings.  We are located about 7 km from Hengifoss waterfall, in the heart of Fljótsdalur.

The restaurant ("Já sæll") is open during the summer. During other seasons the house is a community center.

The hotel's emphasis is on comfort and wellness, offering various accommodation from cottages to hotel suites, in the middle of Hallormsstaður forest. As part of your Icelandic experience, the guest is invited to enjoy our spa with a sauna and outdoor jacuzzi where you can relax in the evening sun with a magnificent panorama over the Lagarfljót and the forest. Two restaurants at the hotel offer guests the choice of an extraordinary dinner buffet in the summer or a delicious Indian cuisine in our bistro.   

Gistihúsið – Lake Hotel Egilsstadir is an established, family-run hotel in a farming district. It meets all modern standards of services and amenities, quality, sophistication, and comfort. Yet it faithfully maintains its ethnic origins as the hotel was founded in 1903, providing its unique atmosphere. Guests can choose between residing in rooms decorated in a romantic style with antiques in the older part of the hotel or furnished in a stylish contemporary way located in the more recent part. Gistihúsið – Lake Hotel Egilsstadir is built on the river banks of the great and beautiful Lagarfljót by the town of Egilsstaðir and is as such centrally situated in East-Iceland. It is comfortably located for transport via air or by land; only a stone's throw away from main route one and Egilsstaðir airport. Baðhúsið – SPA is situated on the ground floor of Gistihúsið – Lake Hotel Egilsstadir. It features a comfortable, indoor hot tub (40°C) and a mild sauna that combines the comforts of the steam room and the dry sauna. Its humidity is around 60%, and it warms up to 65°C. There is also a cool sitting pool at 10°C. Relaxing areas are both indoors and outside. The view from Baðhúsið – SPA across the lake Lagarfljót is breathtaking. We want our guest's visit to the spa to be an enjoyable experience of tranquility, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Bathrobes and towels are provided in the dressing rooms. Pool Service can be provided at your convenience from our special Baðhúsið – SPA menu.Please note: The hotel does not guarantee the security of valuable items, such as jewelry, in the dressing rooms at the spa. The age limit for the spa is 12 years old. Eldhúsið - restaurant, the hotel's restaurant is innovative and ambitious. Eldhúsið offers Icelandic as well as international cuisine. The service is personal, cooking ingredients are fresh, local, and always of the very best quality for each season. Like the hotel itself, its cuisine is rooted in solid tradition. Still, the ingredients are now introduced with subtle changes and serve its meals with a new perspective, resulting in memorable culinary experiences. We value the quality of ingredients, and most of it is Icelandic, organic, and grown locally. Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir has cross-country skis for rent during the winter. Multiple cross-country tracks are located in close proximity to the hotel. Ask in the reception which tracks are available during your stay.

Vök Bistro, located at Vök Baths serves a tasty array of small courses, soups, small dishes, smoothies, and fresh salads. We partner with local suppliers and strive to purchase local and organic products whenever possible. We always want to include a taste of Iceland in our menu. At our Tea bar, we make the most of the naturally warm and certified drinkable water of Lake Urriðavatn to offer our visitors a unique selection of organic and locally sourced herbal teas. All of our tisanes are steeped in hot water from Lake Urriðavatn, which runs out of the tap at 75 degrees celsius. Our tea is locally sourced, and you’re likely to taste something entirely new! Additionally, we offer cool and refreshing tisanes made using the hot spring water from the lake, which are then allowed to cool. A tisane is included in the admission fee.

Enjoy the verdant and tranquil beauty of East Iceland as well as the peaceful and friendly town of Egilsstadir at Berjaya Herad Hotel. Infused with the character of this most unique part of Iceland, you'll enjoy thoughtful amenities, well-equipped and comfortable accommodations and attentive service. Stay in and rest, or enjoy the countless outdoor opportunities right outside your door including hiking, fishing, bird watching and much more. To top it off, our first-class restaurant, Lyng Restaurant, emphasis is to use fresh, local ingredients. Also, enjoy homemade jams and syrup made from locally picked berries, and fresh salads and vegetables to revitalize your body and taste buds.

Bragdavellir Cottages is a family-owned company which offers accommodation in cosy cottages. We are located in the countryside close to the ring road in East Iceland. We are approximately 10 mins drive from the town of Djúpivogur where you can find all necessary services, such as a supermarket, swimming pool, restaurants and coffee shops. Bragðavellir Cottages offer three types of cottages, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and a holiday home, suitable for larger groups or families.

At the Berunes farm by Berufjörður, our small summer restaurant serves dishes inspired by East Iceland’s local larder. The menu changes regularly and is paired with local craft beers and a carefully chosen European wine list. The restaurant is open June–August and is known for its exceptional views. Bookings: www.dineout.is/berunes Chef Róbert Ólafsson, owner of Forréttabarinn in Reykjavík, was born and raised at Berunes. He has worked in professional kitchens in Iceland and abroad for more than 30 years, and his family has welcomed travellers here for decades. Accommodation is available for around 50 guests in rooms and small cabins, as well as a cosy campsite. There are marked hikes up Mt Berunestindur and Mt Búlandstindur and all of East Fjords within 90 min drive.  Welcome to Berunes — for a meal you’ll remember.

Hotel 1001 nott is a family-owned luxury hotel, beautifully situated in a quiet area by Lake Lagarfljót, approximately 5km from Egilsstaðir. Guests can explore the spacious hotel garden during their stay, take a walk on the sandy beach of Lake Lagarfljót, where a glacier river meets a freshwater one, or take a look at the pretty waterfall on the hotel property. The hotel offers a variety of facilities to nurture your soul and spirit. The guests are encouraged to enjoy stunning views and spectacular nature, outdoor hot tubs in a beautiful setting, local delicacies at the restaurant, Cognac lounge, bar, and other treats the hotel offers. The rooms are comfortable and spacious (22m2), each with a private entrance to the hotel garden. They are nicely designed, with large windows, double, or twin beds, private bathrooms with a shower, and they have free wi-fi. The owners, Ástvaldur and Kristín, have taken special care in designing the property, to provide maximum comfort and relaxation in harmony with nature. A perfect way to end a long day is to relax in the outdoor hot tubs, where you could find yourself watching the sunset or possibly the northern lights in wintertime. Our aspiration is that you walk away revitalized after your stay. The nearest airport is in Egilsstaðir, 5 km away from the hotel.   Restaurant   The restaurant, bar, and cognac lounge are impressively designed, with a panorama view over Lake Lagarfljót, Fljótsdalur, and Snæfell.   Our chefs aspire to offer seasonal local delicacies with fresh raw materials, organically grown salad, and a selection of excellent wines. The breakfast buffet consists of a generous selection of freshly baked pastry and homemade products.

Randulff´s Sea House is located by the sea in Eskifjördur. It is during the summer months 2011 and Randulff´s restaurant serves dinner according to a traditional local menu in a unique atmosphere. Randulff´s seahouse is also open for groups by arrangement. Randulff's Sea House is open during the summer from 12 - 21 every day of the week. The chefs have made a marvelous menu that focuses on fresh and local ingredients.   Randulff´s Sea House is a beautifully preserved shore-building towards the eastern end of Eskifjörður. Today this fine old house preserves both many artifacts and a lingering atmosphere from the days when the establishment of a herring fishery led to the first real growth of the fjord towns of East Iceland in the late 19th and early 20th century. Built by Norwegian Peter Randulff in 1890, it provided a station for landing and processing herring caught within the fjord through to 1930 when there was no longer sufficient herring coming into the fjord to sustain the fishery. When herring finally returned to the seas off East Iceland in the late 1950s the fishery involved large ships fishing further off-shore and landing their catches at ports like Siglufjörður, Húsavík, and Vopnafjörður in the north. As a result, for the next 75 years, this sturdy old sea-house remained closed. In 1980 The East Iceland Maritime Museum (Sjóminjasafn Austurlands) became a part-owner of Randulff´s sea-house leading to the restoration of both the exterior of the building and the adjoining jetty. In 2003 the society became the sole owner of the house and in 2008 was re-opened in co-operation with the nearby Mjóeyri guesthouse and tourism centre. It has since been available both as an extension of the excellent Eskifjörður maritime museum and as a place where groups are able to sample traditional Icelandic fare in a setting that has changed little in the past one hundred years. It also provides the base from which Mjóeyri guesthouse rents out small boats with outboard motors for recreational fishing within the fjord where cod and haddock are still plentiful. In 1980 The East Iceland Maritime Museum (Sjóminjasafn Austurlands) became a part-owner of Randulff´s sea-house leading to the restoration of both the exterior of the building and the adjoining jetty. In 2003 the society became the sole owner of the house and in 2008 was re-opened in co-operation with the nearby Mjóeyri guesthouse and tourism centre. It has since been available both as an extension of the excellent Eskifjörður maritime museum and as a place where groups are able to sample traditional Icelandic fare in a setting that has changed little in the past one hundred years. It also provides the base from which Mjóeyri guesthouse rents out small boats with outboard motors for recreational fishing within the fiord where cod and haddock are still plentiful.

The Berunes family invites travelers, wishing to slow down, to join them for a while. Berunes has one of the oldest HI Hostels and a small Campsite. The popular Berunes Restaurant is open all summer and offers a selection of drinks from nearby breweries and a set menu with local seasonal ingredients from land and sea. Guests choose between authentic rooms with shared bathrooms, private rentals of the Old Family House, and few tiny, yet comfortable cottages, ideal for families.Activities include hiking up the hills for a view over the fjord and experiencing the rich birdlife along the coast. Relax, enjoy the remote location, and treat yourself to the renowned breakfast and regional cuisine at the Restaurant & Bar. Berunes can be your base when exploring the magical East. Within 90 min you have reached Egilsstaðir, Vök Baths, Wilderness Center, Seyðisfjörður, Háifoss and many more.  At HI Iceland, we strive to meet and exceed the standards expected of us as a leader in sustainable travel. We take an active role in promoting sustainability within our community and we lead by example, and by good actions and practices in our operation.  Check out our website for more information - www.hostel.is/hostels/berunes-hi-hostel

With its new wing of guest rooms and panoramic sea and mountain views, Hotel Framtid in Djupavogir offers a comfortable stay in beautiful natural surroundings. Our new wing has 18 well-designed 17 m2 rooms with shower and WC, telephone and TV. We also have 28 rooms with a basin in several buildings, four new self-catering summerhouses, 25 m2 each and three apartments which are 150 meters from the main building. The new restaurant has seating for 250 persons and is ideal for groups and special events. The old restaurant is full of charm and character and can accommodate 40, with seating for a further in the cellar bar If you have any questions, please give us a call or send us an email at framtid@simnet.is and we will be happy to help you plan your holiday in the east of Iceland.

Móðir Jörð is an Organic farm in Vallanes offering accomodation in newly refurbished guesthouse with suites where design is based on using wood from the farm.   The Móðir Jörð products originate from the organic farm of Vallanes, in East Iceland.  Móðir Jörð is recognised for organic Icelandic products made from ingredients which have been grown under natural conditions in the pure and unpolluted climate of Iceland.  The organic café & restaurant is open from June - July - August from 10 am to 5 pm Monday to Saturday. Opening times in May and September are from 11 am to 4 pm.  

Laugarfell is located in the eastern part of the Icelandic Highlands, a bit north from Mount Snæfell. There are only two km.from the road that leads to Kárahnjúkar to Laugarfell and it is the only part of the road that is not paved. In the summer there is good access to Laugarfell in all kinds of vehicles. Laugarfell offers accommodation for 28 people. Two natural pools are located in Laugarfell and according to old folk tales the water is known for its healing powers. There are many interesting tracking paths around Laugarfell and a number of beautiful waterfalls. Additionally, one can expect to see reindeer wandering around the area of Laugarfell. Laugarfell is open from the 1st of June to 30 of September.We open by agreement during the winter time.

Tucked between breathtaking coastal mountains and black sand beaches, Hotel Breiðdalsvík is a tranquil oasis of rustic charm amid the rugged beauty of Breiðdalsvík in East Iceland. In a comfortable atmosphere highlighted by natural wood décor, the hotel features 39 well-appointed guest rooms, a cosy fireplace lounge and library, a wellness sauna, and a superb dining room serving authentic local cuisine. For a taste of adventure that feeds the soul, guests can spend their time nature hiking, sea angling, wild reindeer trekking, Northern Lights hunting, or strolling along our beach.  Comfortable Stay in Excellent Accommodation Hotel Breiðdalsvík offers comfortable accommodation in 46 bright and spacious guestrooms, all with private facilities. Categories include standard, deluxe, triple and family.

Fallegur veitingastaður á efri hæð Hótels Hallormsstaðar með stórkostlegu útsýni yfir skóginn og Lagarfljót. Matseðillinn er fjölbreyttur með hinum ýmsu réttum, meðal annars pasta, risotto, grilluðu nauti, lambi og hægeldaðri grísasíðu.  Opnunartíminn er frá 18:00 til 22:00

Welcome to our new local brewery located in East Iceland, Egilsstaðir. We offer a variety of local pizza but you can also make your own! What a deal! We now offer takeaways and you can eat directly at our place!

You will find the farm Síreksstaðir in glen Sunnudalur, a small and peaceful haven off valley Hofsárdalur in Vopnafjörður. The farm boasts a small guesthouse with 7 rooms along with two summerhouses, each with space for 4 people. Both offer comfortable accommodation with a roomy deck and one has a hot tub.  The guesthouse has a living room, bathroom, and showers in shared facilities. Síreksstaðir is a traditional farm with sheep, cattle, horses, and ducks in addition to guest accommodation. Since this is a working farm, our guests will have a “front-row seat” during the moving season and other farm activities. The Bustafell Regional Museum is nearby and all services are at hand in Vopnafjörður, just a few miles away. For further information, see our website . 2 cottages, well equipped. Sleeping place for 4 in each cottage. 1 house with 7 double/twin rooms, shared facilities. Sleeping bag accommodation.Please contact for prices and booking information. 

Blábjörg Resort is located in the idyllic fishing village of Bakkagerði in Borgarfjörður eystri. Surrounded by beautiful mountains and unique nature, various hiking trails and outdoor activities can be found here both during the summer and winter seasons. Rising out of the village is the mystical Elf City, Álfaborg, where the elves watch over the town and its visitors. Hafnarhólmi, the puffin colony, is buzzing with birdlife from early April to the middle of August and is unique to experience.  At Blábjörg, we have a variety of options available for your stay. Blábjörg features a guesthouse with shared facilities, hotel rooms with private facilities, luxury apartments, a restaurant, and a spa. Frystiklefinn, our restaurant, puts great effort into our menu and includes fresh local ingredients in all our dishes. Musteri Spa offers a variety of treatments, both for your body and spirit. Our guesthouse offers 11 small, but cozy rooms with three shared bathrooms, together with the new hotel building with nine deluxe double rooms, all with private bathrooms, balconies, and picturesque views.  In addition, we offer four self-contained apartments - two studio apartments with an ocean view, a 2-bedroom apartment, and a 3-bedroom apartment.

Hotel Staðarborg is an accommodating and recent hotel with 30 rooms, located in the heartland of eastern Iceland in the valley Breiðdalur. The hotel is by the Ring road no 1, some 625 km. from Reykjavík and 100 km from Seyðisfjörður. This makes it a suitable resting place for those traveling on the ferry Norraena. Recreational opportunities for traveler abound in this beautiful area Staðarborg opened in June 2000. It is situated in the eastern part of Iceland, in the valley Breiðdalur, between Egilsstaðir and Höfn. The building is a former schoolhouse which has now been thoroughly renovated. The hotel can accommodate 54 people in 30 spacious rooms complete with private facilities and television.The hotel restaurant offers meals a la carte, refreshments are available throughout the day. Facilities at Hotel Staðarborg include a jacuzzi and a grassy sports field. Also available: Sleeping bag accommodation and a camping site.English and Spanish spoken.

A bistro is in its original Parisian incarnation a small restaurant serving moderately priced simple meals in a modest setting. Bistros are defined mostly by the foods they serve. French homestyle cooking with robust earthy dishes and slow-cooked foods like cassoulet a bean stew are typical.

Located on the east coast of Iceland, Fáskrúðsfjörður is celebrated for its majestic nature and beautiful scenery. Fosshotel Eastfjords operates in 4 historic buildings previously made for French fishermen in the years between 1898-1907. The most famous of them is the French hospital, built in 1903. In 1939, the house was disassembled, moved and became deserted for almost 50 years. In 2008, a decision was made to reassemble it at its original location. The hospital has 13 rooms of the total 47 rooms at the hotel. The Doctor's house, located across from the French hospital, hosts the reception, and the Chapel, built in 1898, is alongside the reception hosting 4 rooms. In 2016, the hotel's renovations received the European Heritage Awards from the European Commission and Europa Nostra. The hotel includes L'Abri, a French-inspired restaurant and a museum devoted to the French fishermen. 47 rooms  FosshotelEastfjords Restaurant   Bar Breakfast available Free WiFi Free parking Museum Tour desk Charging station Íslandshótel is proud to be the first Icelandic hotel chain to achieve full Green Key certification across all 17 of its hotels. This prestigious, internationally recognized certification has promoted sustainable practices in over 60 countries for more than 25 years. Part of Íslandshótel

Aldan Hotel & Restaurant of Seyðisfjörður consists of three old but extensively renovated houses two of which are located by the little pond in the heart of this quaint old town in the Norwegian Schweitzer-style. Each house encompasses 9 rooms and a dining room as well.  The restaurant has also been renovated and is now focusing even more on local Icelandic ingredients, mostly from the Eastern fjords. The third one, dating from the late 19th. century was used as banking premises for decades but has been renovated all while respecting traditional values. The house has 7 double rooms and 2 triple rooms. Most rooms have space for an additional bed and one room can accommodate a group of six. Flexible design makes it possible to combine some of the rooms to form a "suite" or family rooms for 4 to 6 persons. Next summer we will have 22 hotel rooms and two apartments that can accommodate up to 6 persons each. The apartments are situated in a building that housed the first school in town only a minutes’ walk from the main hotel building.

Lauf Restaurant invites you to have a taste of Icelandic cuisine in the form of an exquisite evening buffet. With a great selection of delicious courses, it is guaranteed that nobody goes to sleep hungry. 

Hildibrand Hotel is our apartment hotel, offering spacious self-catering apartments all with their own private balcony overlooking the fjord. The Hotel is situated on the water's edge in the town centre of Neskaupstaður a beautiful, peaceful fishing village in Nordfjörður – a wonderful destination famous for its majestic mountains and calm waters where birds, seals, and whales come to play. If you have any questions, please give us a call +3544771950 or send us an email at hildibrand@hildibrand.com

A nice hotel in the heart of Egilsstaðir, opposite to the East Iceland Heritage Museum, the sports ground and the local park. All 39 rooms have private bathrooms, Tv's and free internet access. There is a restaurant at the hotel. The hotel offers good facilities for meetings and gatherings of all kinds in rooms for 30, 50 and up to 300 persons.  

Hotel Eyvindará is a peaceful and forested haven in the close vicinity of town Egilsstaðir. The site enjoys a scenic view over the surrounding region; Egilsstaðir and neighboring village Fellabær. The hotel is situated just off highway no. 94, just off the crossroads to Seyðisfjörður. This is the ideal hub for day trips around the East and the neighbouring highlands. Eyvindará offers 28 well furnished rooms with private facilities and 8 cosy cottages. Breakfast is available and dinner for individuals.  Groups can order dinner in advance.  Drinks are available at the bar that you can enjoy in our lounge or outside on our terrace. Free wireless internet is available everywhere and laundry facilities for an extra charge. Please contact for prices and booking information

Skaftfell Bistró is located on the first floor of the Skaftfell Art Center, at Austurvegur 42, in Seyðisfjörður. The restaurant offers an innovative menu that reinterprets traditional Icelandic fare with an innovative twist. A section of the restaurant pays homage to the Swiss-German artist Dieter Roth, who lived and worked in Seyðsifjörður in the last decade of his life. In addition to original works by Roth, the restaurant also showcases the works of contemporary artists of East Iceland.  In keeping with principles of sustainability and respect for the natural environment, the Bistró's chefs work with locally-sourced fresh ingredients, celebrating the sea and land around us and supporting local farmers and fishermen, producers and procurers. 

Café Croft is placed beside Bustarfell Museum, Vopnafjörður. At Bustarfell Museum you get to feel and explore how Icelanders lived in the earlier days. Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 every day from 1 June to 31 August.