Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings
Learn about the culture of Reykjavik and Iceland through its tasty food on a guided walking tour. Visit 5 different Icelandic eateries as you explore the Icelandic cap...
What to order at Apotek Kitchen + Bar
- Must order
- The shareable small plates and anything off the open Argentine grill.
- Signature dishes
- Argentine-grill plates, Small plates
- Editor tip
- The happy hour at the long bar is one of downtown's better deals. Open from 11:30 for lunch.
CuisineIcelandic-european
Price$$$
Neighborhood101
HoursMon-Thu 11:30-23:00; Fri 11:30-00:00; Sat 12:00-00:00; Sun 12:00-23:30
Phone5510011
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Signature dishes: Argentine-grill plates, Small plates
Must order: The shareable small plates and anything off the open Argentine grill.
Tip: The happy hour at the long bar is one of downtown's better deals. Open from 11:30 for lunch.
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