34 Reykjavík restaurants rated for coeliac, vegan, halal, kosher, and major allergens. Every tier backed by cited sources.
stockThe restaurant is entirely plant-based and uses no animal products of any kind. No meat, fish, or animal-derived ingredients are present on the premises, which makes it verifiably safe for vegetarians.
Mama Reykjavik is a kitchen that is 100% plant-based. No animal products are used anywhere on the menu; all stews, salads, smoothies, cakes, and sides are vegan, and the kitchen is structurally dedicated to vegan cooking.
Plantan Kaffihús is a 100% plant-based café and bakery. The HappyCow listing and the venue's own website confirm that everything served is vegan, meaning no animal products (meat, dairy, eggs, honey) are used anywhere in the kitchen. This dedicated plant-based setup makes it a reliably safe choice for vegans.
stockThe restaurant offers multiple vegan options. They include a vegan burger, jackfruit burrito, broccoli wings, and vegan cheesecake. The gastropub serves meat, but its menu includes clear vegetarian-friendly dishes. The HappyCow listing and several reviews confirm that multiple lacto-ovo friendly choices are available.
Chickpea's website domain is ilovechickpea.ca, which strongly suggests a plant-based focus. FindMeGlutenFree reviews mention that the venue has vegan options and describe it as vegetarian and vegan friendly. The kitchen is not dedicated vegan (it is shared with gluten-containing items), but the menu is inherently plant-forward, making the restaurant a reliable choice for vegans.
stockHimalayan Spice operates a dedicated gluten-free fryer, and staff are described as knowledgeable about coeliac needs. Most curries and tikka masala can be prepared gluten-free. The menu marks GF items. The kitchen is shared with gluten-containing dishes. Multiple coeliac diners have reported no symptoms after eating there.
Almost all daily dishes and soups are gluten-free, marked with a *G on the menu. Several coeliac or gluten-free reviewers report no symptoms and knowledgeable staff. A separate toaster is used for gluten-free toast. The kitchen is shared; one reviewer noted there is no dedicated kitchen. At least one older review mentions getting glutened. The menu is not 100% gluten-free across the board. One spinch tart has a gluten-free option rather than being always gluten-free, and a carrot cake was reported as not gluten-free. Given the strong positive signal from multiple coeliac diners, but also the shared kitchen and one historical incident, this is best classified as Tier A, strongly trusted but not a dedicated facility.
Owned and run by a Polish couple who actively cater to vegans. HappyCow reviews consistently confirm multiple vegan pierogi fillings (smoked tofu, black lentil, chilli sin carne, etc.), vegan sour cream, vegan cheesecakes, and daily-changing vegan specials. The majority of the menu is vegan by design, with the owner proactively offering vegan swaps. A very reliable choice for plant-based diners.
Brass Kitchen & Bar is well-regarded by the coeliac community for its dedicated gluten-free fryer, knowledgeable staff, and willingness to adapt most menu items (including burgers, fish and chips, and desserts) to be gluten-free. The kitchen is shared (it is not a dedicated gluten-free facility) but guests report clear protocols. A separate fryer is used for chips and pan-fried fish coated in cornstarch, staff clean surfaces and change gloves, and one waiter is himself coeliac. A few reviewers note that the 'gluten-free beer' is actually gluten-reduced, so coeliacs should ask before ordering. The restaurant is a popular and confident choice for safe gluten-free dining in Reykjavik.
stockLoving Hut Iceland is a 100% vegan restaurant that belongs to the international Loving Hut chain. Every dish on the menu is plant-based, with mock meats and dairy-free alternatives used throughout. The HappyCow listing confirms the venue is fully vegan, and all reviews describe it as an all-vegan establishment. No meat, fish, eggs, or dairy are used in the kitchen.
stockGF items marked on the menu (cross-grain symbol on menu boards) with a knowledgeable staff trained to discuss cross-contamination; the kitchen is not dedicated and no dedicated fryer exists, so cross-contact is possible. Several coeliac diners report positive experiences, but one documented reaction from shared fryer oil (lotus root chips). Good option for GF in a shared food hall, but call ahead and confirm procedures for coeliac.
Multiple coeliac diners report safe experiences with the Arctic char and salmon, which staff can prepare gluten-free. The menu is not marked for gluten-free items and there is no dedicated fryer, but staff are generally knowledgeable and can guide diners to safe options. A few isolated reports mention possible cross-contamination. The kitchen is shared, so diners should always confirm their needs with the server.
stockThe kitchen is not a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, but staff are knowledgeable and can adapt most dishes. A symptomatic coeliac reviewer reported no issues across multiple visits, and another noted a dedicated kitchen space. The menu is not marked with GF codes, so diners should confirm their needs with the waiter.
The venue's own menu marks two main courses as 'Glútenlaust / Gluten free' (the slow cooked lamb shank and the sheep's head), and the menu header asks guests to consult their waiter about allergies. An aggregator listing confirms gluten-free buns and beer are available, and describes the staff as trained and knowledgeable. However, the kitchen is shared and gluten-free items are not systematically marked across the full menu. Cross-contamination risk is managed by staff awareness but no dedicated equipment is mentioned. Coeliac diners should verify procedures on the day.
Le KocK offers a clearly labelled vegan burger with a shitake mushroom patty, vegan bacon, and vegan cheese, and the kitchen can adapt sides such as potatoes on request. Multiple HappyCow reviews confirm staff knowledge about vegan options, including a dedicated vegan milkshake. The menu is not fully vegan and the kitchen is shared, but consistent positive reports from vegan diners suggest a reliable best-effort setup.
Staff will modify dishes to be gluten-free on request, but the menu is not marked with GF codes and no dedicated fryer or kitchen was noted. Some GF items like salad and tacos are available; one reviewer with coeliac had no reaction after a dish was modified, while another coeliac-friendly diner reported a friend's GI upset after a customised GF/vegan meal.
Forrettabarinn has trained staff who can adapt most dishes to be gluten-free, with fresh gluten-free bread and a coconut crème brûlée among the available options. The kitchen is shared, meaning some cross-contamination risk exists. These options are not marked on the menu, so guests should speak to a server about their needs.
Skál! is a shared-kitchen restaurant. Staff are knowledgeable about gluten-free options and can guide diners. Most menu items can be made gluten-free, but the kitchen is small and shared, making cross-contamination possible. Several coeliac diners report no symptoms, while one reviewer was advised that cross-contact is likely. No dedicated fryer is noted. A call ahead to discuss needs is advised.
Several menu items are marked as gluten-free (lamb soup, steamed cod, lamb shank, healthy cake) and staff are reported as knowledgeable. The kitchen is shared and not dedicated gluten-free, so cross-contamination is possible. Gluten-free bread (Schär) is available. Call ahead to confirm your specific needs.
stockThe menu includes several vegetarian choices: bruschetta, caprese salad, a number of pasta dishes, and vegetarian pizza. Some reviews on FindMeGlutenFree note good vegetarian options. The menu is labelled clearly, though the restaurant does not have a separate preparation area for vegetarian items.
stockAlways on the menu, a vegetarian soup option appears next to a meat-based soup, both served in a bread bowl. The kitchen is shared, and no dedicated equipment is mentioned, but the daily vegetarian choice is a clear, reliable option.
stockGluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu with a dedicated symbol. The kitchen is shared and uses a fryer, so cross-contact is possible. Staff are knowledgeable about coeliac needs and flag orders to the kitchen, but one recent reviewer was warned by staff themselves that flour dust is present in the air, and a small number of coeliac diners have reported mild reactions. GF bread is served but comes from a shared oven. The restaurant is not a dedicated GF facility.
Several dishes on the menu carry a Gluten free icon: Beef tataki, Icelandic lamb soup, Beef tenderloin, Lamb fillet, and Fish of the day. The menu does not mention a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, a dedicated fryer, or specific cross-contamination protocols. Gluten-containing items also appear, marked with a Wheat icon on tacos, burgers, and fish and chips, so shared fryers and prep surfaces are likely. A coeliac diner should speak directly with staff about risks before ordering.
stockGrazie Trattoria offers vegan options, including pizza with vegan cheese, bruschetta primavera, salads, and penne all'arrabbiata. Vegan cheese is available. The menu is not marked, but staff can help guide choices. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible. A vegan reviewer described the pizza as one of the best they have had.