Best Food Tours in Reykjavik — Our Top 6

1.Reykjavik Food Walk – Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18,952 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $146Our pick

Start at Harpa Concert Hall and walk central Reykjavik with a guide such as Stevie, Thor, Lenny, or Mímir. Visit four to six eateries for eight or more tastings, from lamb and fish to fermented shark and rye bread ice cream. The three-hour route includes Arnarhóll, Laugavegur, Skólavörðustígur, and Hallgrímskirkja.

“Thor was great! Very knowledgeable and passionate about Iceland. We had 5 stops. Lots of tasty food. We were stuffed! Couldn’t eat anything more afterwards.”

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2.Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,645 reviews · 3 hours · from $142Best value

Walk central Reykjavik with an English-speaking local guide and stop at five eateries for 6 to 8 Icelandic tastings. Expect lamb, seafood, desserts, drinks, and possibly fermented shark, plus stories about local food and city life. Guides such as Bonnie, Thor, Stevie, Ben, and Mírmir bring plenty of humor. Wear warm clothes and come hungry.

“Minty was a wonderful guide! It was the perfect start to our trip.”

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3.Reykjavik: Icelandic Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 407 reviews · 3 hours · from $148

Walk Reykjavik’s old center while tasting at least ten Icelandic foods, from lamb soup and cod to fermented shark, salty licorice, and a famous hot dog. Guides such as Stefan, Einar, Paul, and Anna add local stories, humor, and practical restaurant tips. The small group is limited to 12, with vegetarian and allergy requests accommodated.

“Thank you Stefan for an excellent food tour. We enjoyed the food plus all the stories and history. Thanks for a lovely welcome to Iceland. Meg & Derek.”

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4.Reykjavik Food and Drink Adventure – Local Evening Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $190

Join a small group of up to 14 at 4:30 pm for a walking food tour through central Reykjavik. Guides such as Stevie, Helga, Jenny, Minty, and Burger pair Icelandic dishes, beer, wine, and cocktails with local history. Expect about five eateries, landmark views, and a city-center finish.

“Hands down one of the best food/drink tours we've had. Quality of food, variety, and pacing/sequencing of the stops was perfect. What really made it a stand-out experience was our guide, Stevie. I've never done a food tour where our guide was as knowledgeable as he was on Icelandic history. We went to two museums earlier that day, and learned more from Stevie about Iceland than from both of them combined, in a more engaging way. If you're looking for an activity in Reykjavik to maximize bang for your buck in terms of food, drink, and history, then you won't go wrong with this tour. I will be recommending it…”

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5.Reykjavik: 3-Hour Sea Angling Gourmet Experience Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 141 reviews · 3 hours · from $176

Join an English- or Icelandic-speaking crew aboard Jóhanna for three hours of sea angling in Faxaflói. Jakob and Vigfoss may guide you to cod, haddock, mackerel, pollack, or catfish, then clean and barbecue the catch with potatoes and sauces. Equipment and rain jackets are supplied, but bring comfortable shoes and clothes that can get dirty.

“A completely unique fishing experience. Caught so many fish. The crew grilled it up right there on the boat. It was delicious. A fantastic experience. I highly recommend this for anyone who enjoys fishing.”

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6.Reykjavik: Evening Icelandic Food and Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 66 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $176

Spend 3.5 hours walking central Reykjavik with an English-speaking local guide, stopping at five restaurants and bars for Icelandic dishes, street food, beer, and stories about local beer culture. Guides such as Stevie, Haddy, Cilli, and Love are known for warm humor and useful food tips. Come hungry and dress for outdoor weather.

“Bryndís was a great guide and we really enjoyed our tour / time with her! She not only educated us about the food but also local / Icelandic facts. She was very knowledgeable and answered all of our group’s questions. We enjoyed the food / drink stops on the tour and ate everything. We also appreciated Bryndís sending us a follow up email with all the stops and some local restaurants and items to try.”

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