Hús máls og menningar

Live music venue · Reykjavik

Hús máls og menningar

Live music venue · Reykjavik

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Laugavegur 18, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

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Bookstore with live music, drinks, and snacks  

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Laugavegur 18, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland Get directions

husmalsogmenningar.is
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"Icelanders take their books seriously (writing them as well as reading them), to the point where they are one of the most literate nations on the planet. Mál og Menning (language and culture) is one of two big bookstores in Reykjavik, and one of the best places to explore the country’s rich literary heritage. Along with a wealth of translated local lit (and global favorites) in the excellent English-language section, you can also find a decent range of CDs, newspapers, stationery, children’s games, postcards, and souvenirs. The café upstairs, Sufistiin, showcases local artworks on the walls and serves decent drinks and snacks."

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"I often stop at Mál og Menning, the bookstore with a café, to read, people-watch and soak up local culture while enjoying a coffee." - Matthew Kepnes

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Maneera Chopra

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Amazing venue with a bookstore feel but none of the silence. The live band is amazing and lively, they engage the audience and play a mix of old time and newer favorites. We happened upon this place by chance but ended up staying for a good hour and a half. We were sweaty after from dancing so much! This place does get crowded so if you want a seat on the upper deck then you have to get there early! People will be filtering in and out so if you are sitting then you probably won’t see much of the stage

CatchingKato

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This bar is super fun! Absolutely fantastic vibes for anyone who stumbles upon this place. It looks like a big library and has books spread across the 3 floors. The place has live music almost every night and that's what makes this place exceptional! The band "The Book Store Band" is outstanding playing classics of every decade and genre. They know how to get the audience up and dancing. They've got a great bar with all your drinks and a good selection of beers. For some reason, all the bartenders and staff are super hot, so bonus.

Melissa Buxton

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This place has it going on. So glad we found it on maps otherwise might’ve missed it. The band is so entertaining and fun. Such a wide demographic they drew in, very impressive. If I’m ever back in Iceland I will be coming here

Sofi Grüneisen

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We only went there for the live music. It's absolutely worth it. Be early to get the best spot. The band starts around 8pm. We went on a Thursday and the atmosphere was great. It was not too crowded, but the good spots were taken, when we arrived around 7pm45.

Taylor C

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Great concept! Book store, pub, live entertainment all in one. Good for any time of the day and has something for everyone. We went to the comedy open mic and had some good laughs. Lots of seating, including an upstairs balcony.

Jennifer Quigg

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We were there on a Thursday night. The live music was fantastic and has a really good vibe with all the books around. The drinks are prices like everywhere else in Reykjavik.

Tilda Einarsson

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Great place with live music, a pub and a book store. It’s a very cozy place and the band who played was great! Went there twice and during the weekend this places is popping.

Andrew Gillan

Google
Sizeable but homely venue, hosting an incredibly talented live music band each night. Drink selection not overly notable compared to other city centre bars but made by the free live music and atmosphere. Fire inspectors would not like how many tables they have cramped in to their main seating area. Was very difficult to get in and out of table area.