Best For
Casual family dinners and hearty lunch buffets.
Bautinn Restaurant
IS
Restaurant·Buzzy, Smart, Casual Leaning
Located in the heart of Akureyri, Bautinn Restaurant is a well-established dining spot housed in one of the city's charming historic buildings. It is widely recognized for its popular lunch buffet, which often features lasagna and a variety of salads, providing a value-driven option in an otherwise pricey region. The menu transitions to a mix of Icelandic classics and international comfort food for dinner, including standout fish and chips and burgers with bacon jam. While the interior feels polished and smart, the experience remains approachable and family-oriented. Given its central location and popularity, the restaurant can get quite busy during peak hours, but the efficient and welcoming staff ensures a pleasant visit for those looking for a reliable meal.
Located in the heart of Akureyri, Bautinn Restaurant is a well-established dining spot housed in one of the city's charming historic buildings. It is widely recognized for its popular lunch buffet, which often features lasagna and a variety of salads, providing a value-driven option in an otherwise pricey region. The menu transitions to a mix of Icelandic classics and international comfort food for dinner, including standout fish and chips and burgers with bacon jam. While the interior feels polished and smart, the experience remains approachable and family-oriented. Given its central location and popularity, the restaurant can get quite busy during peak hours, but the efficient and welcoming staff ensures a pleasant visit for those looking for a reliable meal.
Highlights
Popular lunch buffet featuring lasagna and fresh salads.
Signature burgers with unique toppings like bacon jam.
Classic Icelandic fish and chips with crispy, peppery fries.
Centrally located in a historic building in Akureyri.
Fast and friendly service even during peak hours.
Reviews
4.0
Great1,1 K reviews
Bautinn Restaurant is a popular and well-regarded establishment in Akureyri, frequently praised for its central location and welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers often highlight the lunch buffet as an excellent value, particularly noting the quality of the lasagna and fresh salads. The menu offers a variety of comfort foods, with the fish and chips and burgers—specifically the one with bacon jam—receiving positive mentions for their flavor and texture. While some guests find the prices high and certain dishes like the meat platter or fish to be standard rather than exceptional, the service is consistently described as fast and friendly. The restaurant's popularity means it can get quite busy, sometimes requiring a short wait for a table during peak dinner hours. Overall, it serves as a reliable spot for a satisfying meal in a smart, diner-style setting.
Address
Hafnarstræti 92, 600 Akureyri, Iceland
Websitebautinn.is
Phone462 1818
Hours
ClosedMon
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wed
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sat
12:00 - 10:00 PM
Sun
12:00 - 9:00 PM
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Casual Dining, Family, Tourists, Locals, Groups
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Location
Akureyri, Akureyrarbær, Iceland
