LYST

Tucked away in the Akureyri botanical garden was LYST. A very cute café that serves coffee, alcohol and small snacks. The vibe was extremely layback and relaxing. We ordered a couple drinks and two cheese dishes and finished every bit of it! If you are in Akureyri and craving some drinks and snacks, look no further than LYST.

A very humble place perfect for small bites. I had the prosciutto sourdough and 70% hot chocolate, my friend had the smoked cod. All were delicious. The atmosphere is peaceful and tranquil when I visited in late September. A low-stress environment with very cosy vibe.

Situated in a beautiful garden, LYST is bright and welcoming. They have a varied menu that has something for everyone. Their veggie soup was incredible. Their food quality is some of the best I’ve had since being in Iceland. Definitely the most flavorful food I’ve had here. Highly recommend stopping in. Great fresh coffee as well

LYST, nestled within the botanical garden, is a truly beautiful restaurant and cafe. Its stunning decor, featuring high ceilings and elegant hanging lights, creates an incredibly inviting atmosphere. They offer a great selection of vegetarian options alongside an impressive array of coffees and drinks, catering to diverse tastes. The staff are consistently prompt and helpful, enhancing the overall experience. Whether you're seeking a tranquil meal or a refreshing beverage amidst natural beauty, LYST delivers. It's a fantastic spot for a relaxing break.

A cafe in a botanical garden doesn't have to make good coffee. But this one does. The coffee was fantastic, and the sandwiches were fresh and tasty. I wish I could try the cakes as well. Highly recommended.

For me the coffee with the best atmosphere in Akureyri. It's usually my choice when meeting friends out. So cosy here! Especially in a beautiful weather day with great view to the botanical garden. Very good coffe and probably the best hot chocolate in town for my taste (dark, not very sweet chocolate from the Icelandic brand omnom). They also offer food. Haven't tried a lot but everything looks very tasty. I was looking at their sandwiches for a while - looked so tasty but never was hungry to buy one. I finally ordered one today - with smoked arctic char, but was a bit disappointed. My slice was smaller than expexted (from what I've seen to be surved) as I had closer to the end slice. It was a bit burned on 1 side and capers were having a bit of burned taste too. Not sure if I will buy the bread again, but probably will try the fish some time. Cocktails are very good - not very big but really tasty. Prices are just normal - as everywhere else in town.

Super small portions (main dishes the size of starters) Cake was so burnt and hard we could not eat it Unkind service. It took four people to place one order This place is often recommended by different Iceland guides on Instagram, but very not worth it Instead eat at Forest Lagoon bistro

I love to try different coffee when I travel and on my list was LYST in Akureyri.I order cold dolce lece LYST and the taste was beautiful.I seat inside enjoyed the view and the coffee