Pub & Bar in Iceland

Reykjavik's go-to sports bar and late-night hangout on Austurstræti, serving burgers and bar food alongside craft beer and big-screen action.

Downtown Reykjavik's premier late-night dance club on Austurstræti, drawing crowds with top DJs, cocktails, and bottle service until the early hours.

A once-iconic Reykjavik nightclub and bar-bistro on Bankastraeti that closed in 2024, known for its Miami-inspired decor, two VIP lounges, and a whiskey room in a former bank vault.

A beloved Reykjavik gastropub where craft beer, proper burgers, and a dartboard come together in one of downtown's most reliably good nights out.

East Iceland's only craft brewery, housed in a converted slaughterhouse in tiny Breiddalsvík, producing distinctive beers and hosting atmospheric taproom evenings.

Reykjavik's go-to sports bar on Austurstraeti, with multiple screens showing live sport, a solid beer selection, pub food, and some of the longest opening hours in the city.

Reykjavik's premier craft beer destination, housed on the ground floor of Fosshotel Reykjavik, with an extensive tap list and a proper beer garden atmosphere.

A no-frills neighbourhood pub in the coastal town of Akranes, offering cold beer, live music, and a genuine taste of small-town Icelandic nightlife.

A laid-back bar and bistro housed in a converted 1940s military barracks near Nautholsvik geothermal beach, serving burgers, tacos, and cold beers in a unique setting.

A colourful, unpretentious bar on Laugavegur with a famous happy hour, eclectic decor, and a clientele that ranges from backpackers to local regulars.

BrewDog's Reykjavik outpost on the corner of Frakkastigur and Hverfisgata pours 28 taps of craft beer alongside a menu of burgers and wings — one of the best spots in town for beer enthusiasts.

A brewery and bistro in Reykjavik's Old Harbour area, brewing its own beer on-site and serving hearty bistro food with views of the harbour and Mount Esja.

A Danish-themed pub on Ingolfsstræti that has become a beloved Reykjavik institution, offering live music every night, happy hour deals, and a warm, convivial atmosphere.

The Westfjords' first and only craft brewery, pouring locally brewed beers in an atmospheric taproom in the heart of Isafjordur.

Reykjavik's Irish pub on Austurstraeti with eight local beers on tap alongside Guinness, live music every night, and a lively atmosphere spread across two floors.

A quirky cafe at Reykjavik's domestic airport serving surprisingly good food in an original aviation-themed setting, at prices well below downtown norms.

A family-run craft beer bar on Hafnarstraeti with one of Reykjavik's largest selections of draft and bottled beer, plus honest pub food in a welcoming atmosphere.

Reykjavik's legendary live music venue and pub, hosting everything from underground rock shows to stand-up comedy in a gritty, welcoming space.

Akureyri's legendary live music venue, The Green Hat, where Iceland's best musicians have played in an intimate setting since the early days of the northern scene.

A laid-back grill pub on Akureyri's Art Street, serving honest burgers, sandwiches, and pizza to the capital of the north.

Reykjavik's favourite live music bar on Tryggvagata, hosting everything from jazz to electronic music alongside craft beers and a reliably good atmosphere.

A dedicated Icelandic craft beer bar in downtown Reykjavik serving only beers brewed in Iceland, with friendly staff who help you navigate the country's thriving microbrewery scene.

Reykjavik's original craft beer bar, serving the excellent Kaldi microbrewery range alongside guest taps in a cosy, convivial space just off Laugavegur.

A laid-back craft beer bar on Posthusstraeti serving a wide selection of Icelandic microbrews alongside oven-baked sourdough pizzas in a relaxed, sociable atmosphere.

Reykjavik's iconic queer bar and nightclub on Laugavegur, a joyful, inclusive space that has been at the heart of Iceland's LGBTQ+ nightlife scene for years.

A cosy cellar bar and cafe at the foot of Laugavegur, serving craft beer, excellent hot chocolate, and mulled wine in one of Reykjavik's most central locations.

A Danish-style pub and restaurant on Ingolfsstræti, serving hearty European comfort food with a strong beer selection and regular live music evenings.

A Big Lebowski-themed bar on Laugavegur with 24 varieties of White Russian, movie-inspired burgers, and the kind of late-night energy that makes Reykjavik's weekend scene legendary.

A harbour-front cocktail bar with striking jellyfish-inspired decor, craft beers, and daily happy hour in the old harbour district of Reykjavik.

One of Reykjavik's original craft beer bars, a low-key haven on Laugavegur with an ever-changing lineup of Icelandic and international taps for serious beer lovers.

A popular bistro and bar in the heart of downtown Akureyri with a large outdoor patio, hearty bistro food, and views up to the iconic Akureyrarkirkja church.

Akureyri's best craft beer bar, a cosy pub on the Art Street serving local and international brews in a town that takes its beer culture surprisingly seriously.

Iceland's only hair, beer, and whisky saloon -- a brilliantly eccentric Reykjavik establishment where you can get a haircut and a dram under the same roof.

Iceland's oldest pub and Reykjavik's premier sports bar, operating since 1984 in the Glaesibaer shopping centre with over 20 screens and five separate halls.

Reykjavik's original Irish pub since 1995, The Dubliner at Naustin serves Guinness, whiskey, and live music in a welcoming atmosphere that has made it a favourite with locals and travellers alike.

A small, lively pub just off Reykjavik harbour with local beers on tap, live music and karaoke nights, and an intimate atmosphere where conversations with strangers are practically mandatory.