3 Best Restaurants in Reykjanes Peninsula and the South Coast (with the Golden Circle), Iceland

Moss Restaurant

$$$$ Fodor's choice
A stellar experience for the senses, the set menus at Moss Restaurant take diners on an Iceland-inspired food journey. Situated at the highest point of the Blue Lagoon, guests gaze through floor-to-ceiling windows upon the moonlike surroundings while enjoying delicious and diverse dishes made from seasonal produce gathered from the mountains, the rivers, the mossy fields, and the sea.

Varma Restaurant

$$$$ Fodor's choice
This elegant restaurant is set in a glass solarium with panoramic views of the river Varmá and a beautiful green valley. It honors the Icelandic geothermal cooking technique where hot springs are used to cook delicacies from local, seasonal ingredients.
Hverhamrar, Hveragerði, South, 810, Iceland
354-483–4959
Known For
  • lamb fillet cooked 12 hours in the hot spring
  • incredible hot spring–cooked chocolate cake
  • chef's specialty includes an array of Icelandic dishes
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: No lunch

Við Faxa

$$

This charming low-key country restaurant and café is a nice pit stop on the Golden Circle, with a deck overlooking the beautiful Faxi waterfall. Stop by for coffee and homemade dessert or stay for a lovely piece of fish.

Biskupstunga, Haukadalur, South, 801, Iceland
354-774–7440
Known For
  • signature soup and bread perfect for a cold day
  • Golden Circle lunch spot
  • patio seating
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed winter

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