6 brunch in Reykjavik, editor-picked for sunday brunch. The sunday brunch destinations editors return to. All brunch in Reykjavik.
Sandholt ★ 4.4
101 · Laugavegur 36, 101 Reykjavik
Hours: Daily 07:00-18:00
Sandholt on Laugavegur serves an all-day bakery brunch in Reykjavik, with shakshuka, sourdough toasts and savoury waffles by the pastry counter.
Tip: The pastries come straight from the bakery in the same room. Arrive early at weekends to beat the queue.
Hradlestin ★ 4.3
101 · Hverfisgata 64a, 101 Reykjavik
Hours: Daily brunch
Hradlestin on Hverfisgata serves South Indian dosas, appams and bhatura for brunch, the Grapevine runner-up bringing Chennai tiffin to central Reykjavik.
Tip: A genuine break from the egg-and-toast brunch template. The crisp masala dosa is the order.
Grai Kotturinn ★ 4.3
101 · Hverfisgata 16a, 101 Reykjavik
Hours: Daily 08:00-14:30
Grai Kotturinn on Hverfisgata is the classic Reykjavik breakfast den, a tiny basement famous for the Truck, a plate of pancakes, bacon and eggs.
Tip: Only a handful of tables, so a queue is likely. Mornings only, closing mid-afternoon.
Cafe Paris ★ 4.1
101 · Austurstraeti 14, 101 Reykjavik
Hours: Daily from 08:30
Cafe Paris on Austurstraeti faces Austurvollur square in central Reykjavik, an all-day French-American brunch room of eggs Benedict, omelettes and crepes since 1993.
Tip: Brunch from 08:30 daily, on the main square. Good for a late breakfast after the early-morning sights.
Cafe Babalu ★ 4.1
101 · Skolavordustigur 22a, 101 Reykjavik
Hours: Daily from 11:00
Cafe Babalu on Skolavordustigur is a quirky two-floor Reykjavik brunch cafe of crepes, grilled sandwiches and soups, with vegan options and a sunny balcony.
Tip: A cosy, low-key brunch on the climb to Hallgrimskirkja. The upstairs balcony is the seat in summer.
Apotek Kitchen + Bar ★ 4.0
101 · Austurstraeti 16, 101 Reykjavik
Hours: Daily from 11:30
Apotek on Austurstraeti offers a smarter Reykjavik brunch in the old first-pharmacy building, Icelandic-European plates and grill dishes with cocktails.
Tip: A more grown-up brunch than the cafes, with cocktails. Open from 11:30 in the heart of the centre.