Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings
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What to order at Cafe Babalu
- Must order
- A crepe with a coffee, or a grilled sandwich and soup.
- Editor tip
- A cosy, low-key brunch on the climb to Hallgrimskirkja. The upstairs balcony is the seat in summer.
CuisineBrunch
StyleCasual brunch and crepes
Price$$
Price rangeISK 2,000 to 3,500
Neighborhood101
HoursDaily 11:00-23:00
Phone+354 519 79 99
BookingWalk-in
Last verified
Must order: A crepe with a coffee, or a grilled sandwich and soup.
Tip: A cosy, low-key brunch on the climb to Hallgrimskirkja. The upstairs balcony is the seat in summer.
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