Hosiló

Fantastic food. Rotating menu (not sure how often it changes) but the food was spectacular. We are vegetarian so we ordered the beats, butternut squash ravioli and maple glazed tofu. The ravioli was a bit subtle on the flavors and tasty, the other two were super complex and delicious. The espresso martinis were some of the best we've ever had. Highly recommend this place, consider making a reservation ahead of time otherwise you may not find a table as it's a small place.

Couldn’t have asked for a more delicious meal on our final night in Iceland. Reserved via instagram message, it was super easy and quick. Ordered the beef tenderloin, sushi, ravioli, and vegan gnocchi. All amazing. Stand out was the vegan sushi, super impressive what the chef did with watermelon to make it more “sushi-like”. Our server was very fun as well. Highly recommend!

Hosiló is a hidden gem recommended by Icelandic chef Stefan Vigarsson, and it did not disappoint! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with friendly locals and a charming vibe. Our bartender/service, his name sounded like "Italy," (sorry was a difficult Icelandic name) shared fascinating stories about the place, making our visit even more special. The food was a standout-comforting and simple. I loved the pan fried wolffish with stamped potatoes, avocado, and pickled green melons, and the homemade cheesecake with dulce de leche sauce was divine. While I didn't try the cocktails, the overall experience was fantastic. Highly recommend! Will sure go back there again.

As a former New Yorker of 13 years, I don’t say this lightly: this was one of the most incredible meals I’ve had anywhere in the world. The food was hot & fresh, the flavor profiles were astonishing, and this place feels like an uncovered gem. I would give this place 6 stars if I could. Absolutely incredible food and experience. I had the empanadas, cabbage, and blueberry ice cream. ALL OF IT WAS AMAZING! They open at 6pm for dinner. Do yourself a huge favor and come here. You will dream about it as you fall asleep.

We had a delicious dinner at Hosiló! Definitely one of our favorite places in Reykjavik. The space is cozy and perfect for a date night. You can make a reservation through their Instagram by sending a message. The espresso martini was excellent and the service was wonderful! We tried: 🐟 Scallop Ceviche (so fresh, and they were kind enough to split the ceviche on two plates for us) 🍖 Boeuf Bourgogne - fork tender and full of flavor!

Hands down the best dining experience I had in Reykjavik. A few of the restaurants I checked out in Reykjavik were unbearably salty and/or gamey and we had to leave after a few bites of the $40+/person meal (could be due to our taste as tourists differing that of the locals), but the food at Hosiló just blew our minds. It was not only edible but every bite was a joyful discovery. We ordered Lamb Tartare as appetizer, Grilled Portobello Mushroom, and Grilled Cod. Then Lamb Tartare was by far my favorite dish. The raw lamb meat had its unique taste without being annoyingly gamey. The anchovys and fresh lemon squeeze made the dish refreshing, balanced well with the rich mayo based sauce (I'm guessing). The crusty yet chewy croutons made the texture of each bite all the more interesting, and even the parsley sprinkled on top were fresh and delightfully fragrant. Grilled Portobello Mushroom actually had a few different types of mushrooms in the dish. Instead of overpowering the mushroom with spice and sauce, the dish let the flavors of its ingredients stand out, which I appreciated. The Grilled Cod dish was also amazing. It was cooked just right, not too melty or rubbery. The broccoli, beets, and hand made potato chips added to the dish unexpectedly made good companions for the fish, adding different layers of sweet, savory, and crunchy to each bite. I had absolute fun trying out different combinations throughout my meal. Was too full to try desserts but no doubt the fig pudding would have been excellent too. The decor was cozy, with lots of plants placed throughout the space. Loved the ambient music selections, that didn't interfere with the dining experience in any way (really not a fan of loud music when eating). Also, would like to point out that some of the older negative reviews here that made us hesitant to visit Hosiló are either unwarranted or no longer relevant. Totally forgot to take a picture of the menu, but there were 3-4 options each for appetizer, entre, and dessert, and had both English and Icelandic versions of the menu. The menu descriptions were straightforward, and we had no issues communicating with the staff, who were all very cordial and made the dining experience a good balance of private and supportive.

A well kept secret in Iceland. Recommended to us by a local. Not busy, but full of locals. Great food and good drinks. Menu is small but everything is well executed, and sometimes that's nicer than a crazy long menu with subpar food.

One of our best meals in Iceland. Every dish served was really good from appetiser to dessert and the service was impeccable. Thank you guys so much for the dining experience!