Grillmarkaðurinn is a fine dining establishment located in Miðborg, Reykjavíkurborg, specializing in grill cuisine. It serves a variety of meat and seafood dishes prepared on a charcoal grill alongside a selection of small plates and desserts.
A look at Grillmarkaðurinn's menu and price range
The menu at Grillmarkaðurinn in Miðborg features a wide selection of starters like Beef Tataki for ISK 4,490 and Grilled Minke Whale Steak for ISK 5,390. Main courses include charcoal-grilled options such as the Robata Grilled Salmon for ISK 7,590 and various steaks, with the Butcher's Steak 250 g priced at ISK 8,990 and the large GM Steak 1000 g at ISK 19,990. Desserts range from the Chocolate Tart at ISK 2,790 to the elaborate Dessert Platter for ISK 10,990. The overall price range for steaks and larger grill plates spans from ISK 7,390 to ISK 32,700 for the Icelandic Platter. Miðborg serves as the historical heart of Reykjavík, characterized by its dense concentration of 19th-century timber buildings and narrow streets that mirror the layout of older Nordic trading ports. The local food culture here is defined by a transition from traditional preservation methods to a modern focus on high-quality Icelandic ingredients, particularly lamb and seafood, prepared with international techniques. This area functions as the primary hub for culinary experimentation in the capital, where the proximity to the harbor influences the freshness of the daily catch found in local kitchens. Living or visiting here requires an appreciation for the shift between quiet residential pockets and the intense activity of the main thoroughfares.- Located in the historic Miðborg district in the center of Reykjavík.
- Offers a diverse grill-focused menu featuring local lamb, reindeer, and seafood.
- Main courses and steaks range from ISK 7,390 to ISK 32,700.
- Starters and small plates are available starting from ISK 1,980.
- The restaurant provides a formal dining setting suitable for groups and special occasions.
