Volcano Crepes

Not every meal in Reykjavik needs to be an event. Sometimes you want something warm, sweet, and affordable that you can eat while walking along the harbour, and Volcano Crepes exists precisely for those moments. This small crepe stand on Laekjargata has become a quiet favourite among budget travellers and families looking for a quick, satisfying bite without the financial commitment that most Reykjavik restaurants demand.

The Crepes

The menu is divided neatly between sweet and savoury. On the sweet side, the Nutella crepe is the bestseller -- simple, indulgent, and impossible to argue with. Berry and cream combinations are popular in summer, and the caramel options provide the kind of warmth you need on a grey Reykjavik afternoon. The waffles follow a similar pattern: uncomplicated, well-made, and generously topped.

The savoury crepes are less celebrated but surprisingly capable. Chicken with cheese and vegetables makes for a legitimate light lunch, and the ham and cheese version is comfort food in its purest form. None of it is going to win culinary awards, but that is entirely beside the point.

Budget Dining Done Right

In a city where a bowl of soup can cost ISK 2,500 and a modest lunch ISK 3,500 or more, Volcano Crepes feels like a small act of defiance against Reykjavik's pricing. A filling crepe for ISK 1,200 to 1,800 is genuinely good value, and it means you can eat in the city centre without making difficult calculations about your daily budget.

For backpackers, families, and anyone who has just spent an alarming amount on a museum ticket, this is the kind of place that makes Reykjavik feel a little more accessible.

The Experience

There is no dining room to speak of. You order at the counter, watch your crepe being made on the hot plate, and take it away. In good weather, the nearby harbour area provides a scenic backdrop. In bad weather -- which is most of the time -- you eat quickly and move on, which is fine. The crepe does not require ambience to be enjoyable.

Practical Notes

The location on Laekjargata puts Volcano Crepes within easy reach of the harbour, Austurvollur square, and the main shopping streets. It is the kind of place you pass multiple times during a day of sightseeing and eventually surrender to. Opening hours run from ten in the morning to eight in the evening, making it useful for a mid-morning snack, a quick lunch, or an afternoon sugar fix.

Not essential, but genuinely useful. And in Reykjavik, useful and affordable is a combination worth celebrating.