Segafredo : The newest addition to the mass of cafés in Reykjavik, Segafredo (Laekjartog 5), an Italian chain, is the perfect way to enjoy a slice of Italy while stuck in the grey overhang of Iceland.   more

Kaffitár : Great coffee. Plus, at Kaffitár (Bankastræti 8), there’s no smoking allowed! Enough said. Kaffitár also has a café in Kringlan mall.   more

Mál og menning On the third floor of this book store is Súfistinn, a café serving decent food, but scrumptious chocolate cake. Page through one of the bookstore’s magazines while you gorge.   more

Mokka Skólavördustíg 3a, Tel.: 552 1174. www.mokka.is An Icelandic tradition since 1958 Mokka is the oldest café in Reykjavík, and the first one to make coffee with an espresso machine. Covering the walls is art for sale and the seats are usually filled with loyal  more

Prikid Said to be the first coffee house in Reykjavik. Prikid (Bankastraeti 12) attracts a young crowd of mostly (in their minds) artists.   more

Café Victor Hafnarstræti 1. 101 Reykjavík. Tel.: 561 9555. Fax 561 9556. www.cafevictor.is Café victor is a regular come as you are café/bistro during the week with an interesting fusion of Mexican and Icelandic cuisine in large portions so make sure you show up hungry. At weekends Victor transforms  more