4 places for coffee in Reykjavík, chosen by Solveig and checked by the editors.
Grandi
A small craft roastery in Grandi that roasts everything in a 6 kg Giesen, buying some beans direct from farmers. It opens to the public on Wednesdays only, and runs coffee courses.
SolveigWednesdays only. Plan the day around it.
City Centre
A specialty coffee and pastry bar on Hafnarstræti, near the harbour; ranked 58th among Europe's 100 best coffee shops in 2026.
SolveigOne cup before the walk to Harpa. Ask about the beans.
City Centre
A small espresso bar on Vitastígur in the centre, with a second counter inside the National Gallery of Iceland.
SolveigA small room. One espresso.
City Centre
A café on Skólavörðustígur since 1958 — espresso, and art shows on its walls.
SolveigHere since 1958. Look at the walls too.
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