Restaurant
Dill
Pioneering New Nordic restaurant on Laugavegur, opened in 2009 by Gunnar Karl Gíslason and the first restaurant in Iceland to win a Michelin star.
Matur og Drykkur
Restaurant reinventing traditional Icelandic food with a seasonal menu of local produce, wild herbs and seaweed, named after a classic Icelandic cookbook and recognised by the Michelin Guide.
At a glance
- Type
- Modern Icelandic cooking
- Area
- Vesturbær / Old Harbour, Reykjavik, Iceland
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Opening
- Open daily · 18:00–23:00
- Official site
- maturogdrykkur.is
Good to know
- Seasonal set menu
- Premium wine pairing
- Gift vouchers
- Michelin Guide selected
Why we recommend it
Matur og Drykkur, which means food and drink, takes its name from a well-known Icelandic cookbook by Helga Sigurðardóttir, and that link to the national kitchen is the key to the restaurant. Its aim is to take the dishes and traditions that generations of Icelanders grew up with and present them in a modern way, using local ingredients, wild herbs and seaweed. It is listed in the Michelin Guide, with a Michelin 2025 Selected badge displayed on its website.
The menu is seasonal and changes often, depending on what fishermen, farmers and foragers can supply. Rather than a long list of dishes, the restaurant serves a set Matur og Drykkur menu, with a premium wine pairing available. For many visitors this is one of the most interesting ways to taste Icelandic food, with dishes that are rooted in tradition yet inventive.
Because the menu is built around set dishes, the restaurant states clearly that it cannot offer vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free versions, so it is not the right choice for guests with those requirements. If you have a food allergy, contact the restaurant before your visit to check what is possible.
The restaurant is open in the evenings from Wednesday to Sunday, from 18:00 to 23:00. Booking is strongly recommended and can be made online through the Dineout system, by email or by phone. Gift vouchers are available online and at the restaurant, a good present for someone planning a trip to Iceland.
Because the menu changes often, no two visits are quite the same, and returning guests regularly find new dishes. If you are celebrating a special occasion, mention it when you book, and if you plan to take the wine pairing, consider a taxi home rather than driving.
Matur og Drykkur suits curious eaters, couples and food-focused travellers who want to understand Icelandic cuisine rather than simply eat well. Allow two to three hours for the full menu and pace yourself, as the courses add up. The restaurant is on Mýrargata, west of the Old Harbour, a pleasant walk along the harbourside from the city centre, and the area around it has several other restaurants, bars and galleries for a drink before or after dinner. Dress is smart casual, but bring a warm coat for the walk back along the water.
Matur og Drykkur FAQs
What does Matur og Drykkur mean?
It means food and drink, and the name comes from a well-known Icelandic cookbook by Helga Sigurðardóttir.
What are the opening hours?
The restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday from 18:00 to 23:00.
What kind of food is served?
A seasonal menu based on Icelandic food traditions, with modern touches, local ingredients, wild herbs and seaweed.
Can the restaurant cater for vegans or gluten-free diets?
No. The restaurant says it cannot offer vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free menus. Guests with allergies should contact it in advance.
Is there a wine pairing?
Yes. A premium wine pairing is available with the menu.
How do I book?
Book online through Dineout, by email at [email protected] or by phone on +354 571 8877.
Is Matur og Drykkur in the Michelin Guide?
Yes. Its website displays a Michelin 2025 Selected badge.
Where is the restaurant?
It is at Mýrargata 31, 101 Reykjavik, west of the Old Harbour.