Best gluten-free restaurants in Reykjavík

Brass Kitchen & Bar

Laugavegur 66 · Bar · Burgers · €⁠€

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.

Garðurinn

Klapparstígur 37 · Vegetarian · Vegan · €⁠€

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.

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Himalayan Spice

Geirsgata 3 · · €⁠€

Himalayan 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.

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Old Iceland

Laugavegur 72 · Icelandic · €⁠€⁠€

Gluten-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.

Mama Reykjavik

Bankastræti 2 · Vegan · €⁠€

The kitchen uses bread as the only gluten-containing item, and most dishes are naturally gluten-free. Staff are knowledgeable about coeliac needs and will clean surfaces and change gloves on request. Multiple coeliac diners report no reactions. No dedicated fryer or formal gluten-free menu marking exists, so cross-contamination risk is present, and staff should be consulted when ordering.

Messinn

Lækjargata 6 · Seafood · €⁠€

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.

Reykjavík Kitchen

Hlíðar · · €⁠€⁠€

Gluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu and staff consistently demonstrate good knowledge about coeliac needs. Multiple coeliac diners report no adverse reactions over repeat visits. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is a risk, but the venue takes it seriously: staff ask about coeliac status, mark the order on the system, and can identify safe dishes beyond the marked ones. One review mentions a dedicated fryer, though most note 'no dedicated fryer', so this may vary by shift. A caution: a coeliac in one party did report a reaction. Overall a reliable option for coeliacs who confirm with staff.

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Funky Bhangra

Pósthússtræti 5 101 · Indian · Scandinavian · €⁠€

GF 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.

Café Loki

Lokastígur 28 · Icelandic · €⁠€

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.

Forrettabarinn Restaurant & Bar

Nýlendugata 14 · · €⁠€

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.

Íslenski Barinn - The Icelandic Bar

Ingólfsstræti 1a 101 · Icelandic · €⁠€

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.

Kröns

Laugavegur 74 · Icelandic · €⁠€

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.

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Lóa Matur & Vín

Laugavegur · Icelandic · Nordic

The dinner menu marks several dishes as gluten-free through a dedicated 'Gluten free' icon placed on each item: Prawns à la plancha, Beef Pica Pau, Watermelon Gazpacho, Lóa Bacalhau, Braised Arctic Char, Chicken Breast with Picadillo, Lamb Shank, Tenderloin and Chimichurri, and Fig Mousse. Gluten-containing dishes also appear on the menu, including Brioche Burger and Fish Soup en Croûte, the latter made with puff pastry. No mention is made of a dedicated fryer, a separate prep area, or staff training on cross-contamination. The kitchen appears to be shared, and while marked options exist, the risk of cross-contact remains present.

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Matarkjallarinn

Aðalstræti 2 · Grill · Bar · €⁠€⁠€

The 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.

Sjávargrillið

Skólavörðustígur 14 · Seafood · Icelandic · €⁠€⁠€

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.

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Skál!

Njálsgata 1 · · €⁠€⁠€

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.

Chickpea

Hallveigarstigur 1 · Vegetarian · Vegan

Chickpea in Vancouver identifies gluten-free items on its menu and uses a dedicated fryer for those items. The kitchen itself is shared, not dedicated to gluten-free preparation. Reviews from multiple coeliac customers describe mixed outcomes; some report no issues, while others have experienced mild to strong reactions attributed to cross-contamination. Staff are generally described as knowledgeable. Because the results are inconsistent, coeliac diners should confirm the current protocols with staff during each visit and exercise caution with delivery orders.

KRÖST

Laugavegur 107 · Seafood · Steak

KRÖST operates as a food-court restaurant inside Hlemmur Mathöll and offers several options that are safe for coeliac diners. Multiple diners have noted that gluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu, including chicken, lamb roasts, cod, and steak, and that staff demonstrate an understanding of cross-contamination risks. The kitchen is shared and small, with no dedicated fryer available. One sensitive coeliac diner was told the marinated chicken was not safe. Staff will clean pans and use the oven to prepare gluten-free meals, but because the setup is shared, coeliacs must communicate their needs clearly.

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Vegan World Peace

Aðalstræti 2 · Vegan

Several menu items are marked gluten-free on the Wolt menu, and the owner states the venue is suitable for gluten-free customers. Two FindMeGlutenFree reviews describe staff as knowledgeable about GF needs. However, the kitchen is shared (the menu includes pasta dishes and wontons made with wheat noodles) and there is no mention of a dedicated fryer or separate prep area. Cross-contamination is a real risk for coeliac diners. Best to call ahead and discuss your specific needs.