The Lava restaurant at the Blue Lagoon is more than great food. First you have the view: a steaming, turquoise lagoon nestled beneath walls of lava. Then there’s the slick Scandinavian design. Add to this mix a diverse menu featuring some of the best fish dishes found in Iceland,  more

Einar Ben By Ingólfstorg square. Tel.: 511 5090. Fax: 511 5091. Meat and fish courses including both Icelandic specialities and international cuisine. www.einarben.is   more

Hótel Holt exudes refinement, from its British gentlemen's club-style heavy interiors to the priceless art collection decorating its walls. Intimate, with burgundy-coloured seats and a mahogany-panelled ceiling, its Gallery Restaurant is renowned for its exquisite cuisine. But fear not. Although evenings can be a rather pricey affair, the restaurant actually  more

Caruso Thingholtsstræti 1. Tel.: 562-7335. In the heart of the city, on the corner of Bankastræti and Thingholtsstræti. Pleasant and comfortable restaurant, specialising in Icelandic lamb and fish courses and Italian style pizza and pasta. Relaxed and romantic atmosphere and very reasonable prices. www.caruso.is   more

Hótel Loftleiðir Lónið and Víkingasalur, Reykjavík Airport. Tel.: 505 0925. Emphasis on fish and lamb. Pleasant surroundings and professional service. International cuisine a la carte. Open: Daily, 05.00–22.30.   more

Carpe Diem Rauðarárstígur 18. Tel.: 552 4555. Fax 552 4560. International cuisine with the best Icelandic ingredients. Special emphasis on fish and lamb. Opening hours: Mon.–Thur. 11.30–14.00 & 18.00–22.00, Fri.–Sat. 18.00-23.00 and Sun. 18.00–22.00. www.carpediem.is  more