Hótel Loftleiðir Lónið and Víkingasalur, Reykjavík Airport. Tel.: 505 0925. Emphasis on fish and lamb. Pleasant surroundings and professional service. International cuisine a la carte. Open: Daily, 05.00–22.30.   more

The Lava restaurant at the Blue Lagoon is more than great food. First you have the view: a steaming, turquoise lagoon nestled beneath walls of lava. Then there’s the slick Scandinavian design. Add to this mix a diverse menu featuring some of the best fish dishes found in Iceland,  more

Lækjarbrekka Bankastræti. Tel.: 551 4430, fax 552 8684. Old and famous restaurant and coffee house focusing on Icelandic seafood, mountain lamb and traditional Icelandic dishes. Tourist menu every day and over 40 dishes on the a la carte. All pastries and cakes are home baked with the best ingredients available.  more

Jómfrúin Lækjargata 4. Tel.: 551 0100. Restaurant serving open sandwiches-smørrebrød. Danish traditions are upheld in this restaurant. Open daily 11.00-18.00   more

Situated in the stunning Hilton Reykjavík Nordica Hotel, Vox follows the hotel's designer style: minimal yet warm in hues of white, beige and brown, with mosaic touches, paper lanterns and warm wooden floors. The establishment is divided into a bistro and a restaurant parted by an impressive glass  more

Einar Ben By Ingólfstorg square. Tel.: 511 5090. Fax: 511 5091. Meat and fish courses including both Icelandic specialities and international cuisine. www.einarben.is   more