HAPPY HOUR
REYKJAVÍK
Drink and yap for less.
The Icelandic way
Let's go for happy
Alcohol is notoriously expensive in Iceland. Going for a drink at Happy Hour is a tactical choice for locals, but you never quite know which direction the afternoon is going to take.Sometimes you go for a wine and yap and you're home in time for dinner. Other times, one drink turns into more and before you know it, you are in a conga line at 11 PM on a Tuesday.
Featured bars
| Bar Name | Vibe | Location |
|---|---|---|
| American Bar | Sports / Live Music | Austurstræti 8-10 |
| Apéro | Wine / French | Laugavegur 20b |
| Apotek Kitchen + Bar | Upscale / Cocktails | Austurstræti 16 |
| Bingó | Cozy / Craft Beer | Skólavörðustígur 8 |
| Bodega | Wine / Sunny Terrace | Óðinstorg |
| Bullseye | Darts / Karaoke | Snorrabraut 37 |
| Den Danske Kro | Live Music / Pub | Ingólfsstræti 3 |
| Einstök Bar | Craft Beer / Viking | Laugavegur 10 |
| Ellý Bar | Karaoke / Retro | Laugavegur 27 |
| Gaukurinn | Alternative / Queer | Tryggvagata 22 |
| Gilligogg | Wine / Old-Money Cocktails | Austurstræti 12a |
| Íslenski Barinn | Icelandic / Traditional | Ingólfsstræti 1a |
| Jungle | Cocktails / Lush | Laugavegur 2 (2nd fl) |
| Kaffibarinn | Iconic / Indie / DJ | Bergstaðastræti 1 |
| Kaffibrennslan | Café-Bar / Retro | Laugavegur 21 |
| Kaldi Bar | Local Beer / Gin | Laugavegur 20b |
| Kokteilbarinn | Cocktails / Speakeasy | Klapparstígur 28 |
| Kramber | Wine / Sparkling / DJ | Skólavörðustígur 5 |
| Lebowski Bar | Movie Theme / Fun | Laugavegur 20a |
| Litli Barinn | Cozy / Neighborhood | Mýrargata 14, 105 |
| Loft Hostel | Rooftop / Social | Bankastræti 7 |
| Ölstofa Kormáks og Skjaldar | Local / No-frills Beer | Vegamótastígur 4 |
| Port 9 | Wine / Intimate | Veghúsastígur 9 |
| Prikið | Hip-Hop / Classic | Bankastræti 12 |
| Röntgen | Cocktails / Candlelit | Hverfisgata 12 |
| Sæta Svínið | Gastro Pub / Lively | Hafnarstræti 1-3 |
| Skúli Craft Bar | Craft Beer | Aðalstræti 9 |
| Ský Lounge | Rooftop / Views | Ingólfsstræti 1 (top fl) |
| Slippbarinn | Cocktails / Harbour | Mýrargata 2 |
| Skreið | Basque / Aperitivo | Laugavegur 28b |
| The English Pub | Pub / Wheel of Fortune | Austurstræti 12 |
| The Irishman Pub | Irish / Live Music | Klapparstígur 27 |
| Tipsy Bar & Lounge | Cocktails / Chic | Hafnarstræti 4 |
| Uppi Bar | Wine / Sophisticated | Austurstræti 16 |
| Veður | Cozy / Cocktails | Klapparstígur 33 |
| 22 Bar | Casual / LGBTQ+ | Laugavegur 22 |
Happy Hour FAQ
Where can I find the best happy hour in downtown Reykjavík?
Reykjavík has a vibrant selection of bars, and most of them have som great deals during happy hour. Use our guide to find the best deals right now, or search through our database to plan your next visit.How much does a beer cost during happy hour in Iceland?
Alcohol prices in Iceland are famously high, with a standard pint often costing over 1,500 ISK. Snagging a tactical happy hour deal can easily cut your drink bill in half, making craft beers, house wines, and signature cocktails surprisingly affordable if you map your afternoon right.What are the most popular bars covered in the guide?
We actively track real-time pricing and hours for the absolute best nightlife spots in the city. Whether you want a high-end cocktail at Röntgen, darts and karoke at Bullseye or a carefully chosen wine at Skreið, the guide keeps you updated down to the minute.