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What to order
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Turnip Soup
Most frequently praised item; multiple reviews call it phenomenal, rich, warm, flavorful, and one of the best vegan soups they've had. It was repeatedly recommended as especially comforting on a cold, windy day.
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Fish And Chips
Repeatedly recommended for its fresh cod, crunchy crust, generous portions, and delicious fries. Several reviewers specifically singled it out as a great and reliable choice.
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Lamb Soup
Mentioned several times as a standout dish, described as wonderful, meaty, and full of vegetables. Reviewers also said it was one of the best or most satisfying soups they had.
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Chocolate Cake
Praised for being rich, creamy, and full of chocolate flavor with minimal sugar. Multiple reviews highlighted it as a delicious dessert worth trying.
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Meringue Cake
Recommended for being fantastic and so good that one reviewer returned specifically for it. It was highlighted as one of the desserts to try at the café.
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Pan Fried Cod
Recommended for being flaky, perfectly cooked, and delicious. It stood out in one review as the highlight of the meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
About Black Beach Restaurant
Black Beach Restaurant is in Vik, Iceland, and it is a restaurant with dine-in, outdoor seating, and counter service. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with offerings that include coffee, beer, wine, small plates, vegan options, and vegetarian options. Reviewers consistently praise the location right by the black sand beach, the views, and the food, especially fish and chips, turnip soup, baked goods, and cakes. Service is also often described as quick, friendly, and polite.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Black Beach Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for fish and chips and turnip soup, both mentioned often in reviews, along with its beachside location on Reynisfjara in Vik. People also call out the view of the black sand beach and the quick, friendly service as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Black Beach Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend fish and chips, turnip soup, lamb soup, and desserts like skyr cake, chocolate cake, meringue cake, and vegan carrot cake. Other specific dishes praised include pan fried cod, pesto pasta, and chicken pasta, so there is more than just soup and dessert on the menu.
What is the atmosphere like at Black Beach Restaurant?
The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with large windows and outdoor seating that look out over the black beach and sunset. It suits tourists, groups, and solo diners who want a warm place to eat after visiting the beach, especially in windy or cold weather.
Is Black Beach Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is described as reasonably priced, and reviewers mention large portions and food that feels worth the stop, especially for a beachside location in Vik. Guests also note quick service and a full meal with soup, fish, or pasta plus dessert or beer, which adds to the value.
How fast is the service at Black Beach Restaurant?
Service is commonly described as quick and prompt, with one review saying the food arrived in about 10 minutes. That makes it a practical stop before or after a beach visit, especially when you want a fast meal without leaving the Reynisfjara area.
Is parking available at Black Beach Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Black Beach Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Black Beach Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Black Beach Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Black Beach Restaurant is good for kids.
