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Sker Restaurant

4.5 (1251 reviews)
You are 1 of 3 skippers at this restaurant
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Fish And Chips

Most frequently praised dish in the reviews, described as one of the best or best ever, with a crispy, golden, satisfying texture.

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Cod

Repeatedly highlighted as super fresh, delicately seasoned, and perfectly prepared, with multiple reviewers calling it amazing or the best they had in Iceland.

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Fish Soup

Recommended for its delicious, flavorful broth and fresh seafood; several reviewers called it tasty, comforting, and absolutely delicious.

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Salmon

Mentioned as beautifully grilled, fresh, and fantastic, with reviewers enjoying it as a main dish alongside other seafood items.

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Shellfish Pasta

Praised for being amazing and one of the best dishes experienced in Iceland, noted for its fresh seafood flavor and overall deliciousness.

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Lava Cake

Recommended as a standout dessert, described as awesome and memorable with caramel and vanilla ice cream.

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Pepperoni Pizza

Mentioned positively for its big pepperoni pieces, balanced cheese and sauce, and overall delicious flavor.

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Tomato Basil Soup

Called a comforting classic with a sweet and savory taste, making it a well-liked starter.

Location details

Ólafsbraut, Ólafsvík, IS

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 9 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 9 PM
Friday 8 AM to 9 PM
Saturday 8 AM to 9 PM
Sunday 8 AM to 9 PM

About Sker Restaurant

Sker Restaurant is a restaurant in Ólafsvík, Iceland, known for fresh fish dishes and a casual, cozy setting with harbor views. Reviewers consistently praise the cod, fish and chips, fish soup, fish burger, and friendly service, and several mention that the seafood tastes very fresh. The restaurant also serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with outdoor seating, a bar, cocktails, coffee, and dessert. It is family-friendly, accepts reservations, and has wheelchair accessible seating and restrooms.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Usually plenty of parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Sker Restaurant known for?

Sker Restaurant is best known for cod and fish and chips, with many reviews calling the fish very fresh and the batter crisp and satisfying. Guests also mention fish soup and harbor views, which add to the appeal in Ólafsvík.

What dishes are most recommended at Sker Restaurant?

Reviewers repeatedly recommend the cod, fish and chips, fish soup, and fish burger, and some also praise the shellfish pasta and skelfish pasta. Desserts like lava cake, Toblerone mousse, and Oreo cheesecake are also called out as memorable finishes.

What is the atmosphere like at Sker Restaurant?

The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with big windows and views of the harbor, bay, boats, and nearby scenery. It seems to suit couples, groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a relaxed meal rather than a rushed one.

Is Sker Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?

The restaurant is in the moderate range, and one review described a meal of beers, coffee, fish and chips, pizza, and desserts costing about $180 CAD for two people. Reviewers still say the food quality, especially the fresh cod and fish soup, makes it feel worthwhile.

Does Sker Restaurant get busy, and is it worth reserving?

It can get crowded, with one review noting the place was over packed at one point, while others found it quiet when they arrived. Since the restaurant accepts reservations and is popular with tourists and groups, booking ahead is a practical choice.

Is parking available at Sker Restaurant?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Does Sker Restaurant have vegetarian options?

Yes, Sker Restaurant offers vegan options.

Is Sker Restaurant kid-friendly?

Yes, Sker Restaurant is good for kids.

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