Pakkhús Restaurant

Pakkhús is exactly the kind of place you hope to stumble upon when road tripping through Iceland. Langoustine is the reason. Just order it. Baked or grilled, it truly doesn’t matter. It’s soft, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth tender, unbelievably fresh, and so flavorful it’s almost ridiculous. After our first visit, we were completely hooked and on this trip, we went twice just for it. There’s something about sitting in the warm dining room after a long day on the road, eating food that tastes like it was pulled from the sea that morning. Using fresh ingredients from the Vatnajökull region, Pakkhús builds its menu around local seafood, lamb, and fish - you can taste the difference in every bite. We have tried the soup, smoked salmon, duck & pork, tuna steak, Skyr Volcano, and the chocolate brownie, and every single dish was just… so good. Not fussy. Not overcomplicated. Just incredibly fresh and done right. Some restaurants are good in the moment. Pakkhús is the kind you replay in your head days later. It’s the meal you compare everything else to. Warm and welcoming, there’s a comfort here that goes beyond the food. It feels thoughtful. Intentional. Like every detail matters. And that’s why we keep coming back. One thing to know: they don’t take reservations, so come early if you want a table. That said, even if there’s a line, the wait isn’t bad — and it’s absolutely worth it.

Pleasant ambience. Friendly staff. Delicious food. I am a vegetarian. Now a days many restaurants carry vegan and vegetarian options in their menu. We ordered Margarita Pizza and vegetable pie. I had amazing Veg pie! The best in Europe! To my south Indian palate combination of vegetables, hint is spices and the crust and the baking were all perfectly balanced. I recommend the place to all my dear vegetarian Indians. It's like a huge samosa without mind blowing chilli n salt. I am sure you will enjoy the vegetable pie as much as I did!

Excellent! We had the lobster + the pork and duck. The lobster was one of the best I've eaten. Super sweet. GF enjoyed the pork and duck too.

Definitely pay Pakkhús a visit when you’re in Höfn for a fantastic meal. It’s worth the wait. I had the best lamb dish here during our 10-day trip. It was so tender and succulent, carrying a nice charred flavour. The lobster was also notable. It was cooked just right, with soft and luscious flesh. If you want a starter, the velvety langoustine soup is a good choice. You can ask for more bread, which is on the house. I’d probably disregard the cod because although the dish was rich and creamy, the fish itself was flavourless. We found it typical that fish in Iceland was bland, so they can only make do with what they have. On the whole, our long wait to be seated was rewarded. The dishes were expertly crafted, lending to a memorable dining experience.

Pakkhús Restaurant offers delicious food and excellent service with a beautiful view of the bay. The cod was cooked perfectly and made for a memorable meal. The atmosphere is welcoming and full of life. Since they do not take reservations you might have to wait for a table. You can wait downstairs at the bar where they provide drinks and free water. It is a fantastic spot to enjoy a meal and soak in the local vibe.

Pakkhús Restaurant in Höfn is a fantastic spot, especially if you love seafood. Their cod dishes are absolutely delicious—perfectly cooked, fresh, and full of flavor. The quality of the food is so impressive that it’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back again as soon as you leave. It is definitely a highlight for anyone traveling through southeast Iceland.

Absolutely fabulous restaurant. The choice of starters left us wondering which of the great choices to have, and we ended up with scallops, shrimps, and squid. For the main course it had to be delicious lobster for all of us! The deserts were all perfect too.

We started with the langoustine soup and garlic shrimp. Personally, I felt the garlic flavor could be more pronounced, and the soup was just alright. For our mains, we had the lobster, tuna steak, lamb, and cod — all were beautifully cooked and so tasty that we finished everything right away. We ended our meal with a brownie for dessert, which was just as expected. Overall, impeccable service, great ambiance, and delicious food — truly worth a visit!