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What to order
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Lamb
Recommended multiple times as a standout main, with reviewers calling it a particular favorite and highlighting the slow-cooked lamb as one of the best dishes on the seasonal menu.
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Wolffish
Frequently praised as an outstanding main course; reviewers singled it out as especially memorable among the tasting menu dishes.
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Tomato + Ricotta Dish
Mentioned as a highlight of the seasonal menu for its strong flavor and well-executed presentation.
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4
Beet Root
Called out as one of the menu highlights, appreciated for its creative preparation and use of local ingredients.
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5
Milk Ice Cream From Holtssel
Praised as the dessert that finished the meal perfectly, with one reviewer saying it 'put the dot over the i.'
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About North Restaurant
North Restaurant is in Akureyri, Iceland, and is a restaurant focused on fine dining and tasting menus. Reviews consistently highlight local ingredients, multi-course dinners, and wine pairings. Guests also praise the cozy atmosphere and the chance to watch the kitchen team prepare and plate the food. The restaurant serves dinner and accepts reservations, with dine-in service only.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is North Restaurant known for?
North Restaurant is best known for its tasting menu, especially the 9-course dinner built around local ingredients. Reviewers repeatedly mention standout plates like wolffish, slow-cooked lamb, and the Holtssel milk ice cream dessert, along with strong wine pairings.
What dishes are most recommended at North Restaurant?
Reviewers most often highlight the wolffish, slow-cooked lamb, tomato and ricotta dish, beet root, and the milk ice cream dessert. The menu changes seasonally, but guests consistently praise the creative combinations and the focus on Icelandic ingredients.
What is the atmosphere like at North Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, intimate, and relaxed, with a small dining room and some seating at the chef’s counter or bar. It suits couples, solo diners, and small groups who want to watch the kitchen work and enjoy a quieter dinner service.
Is North Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the tasting menu is very good value for the quality, with comments like "more than fair" and "well worth the price." It is a fine dining restaurant in Akureyri, so the experience is priced like a special dinner, but guests often feel the portions, wine pairing, and presentation justify it.
Do you need a reservation at North Restaurant, and what should you know about seating times?
Yes, reservations are required, and reviewers note there are typically two dinner seatings a night, around 6 or 6:30 and 9 or 9:30. Some guests sit at the chef’s counter or share family-style tables, so booking ahead matters if you want a specific spot.
Is parking available at North Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
