Icelandic Food Tour with Flying the Nest

Flying The Nest visited Reykjavík to try Icelandic food and see how much eating out costs. This video shows them tasting many different dishes and sharing their thoughts, and this article summarizes what they did in short form!

Fish and Chips at a Roadside Wagon

They enjoyed fish and chips at a popular food wagon near the harbor. The fresh fish with crispy batter and tasty sauces made it a great casual meal while exploring the city.

Lobster Soup at Sea Baron

Their most exciting meal was lobster soup at Sea Baron, a small seafood restaurant by the harbor. The warm and creamy soup was full of flavor. Waiting a bit was worth it because the lobster soup and fresh bread were delicious. Sea Baron is famous for its fresh seafood.

Other Icelandic Foods

They also tried fermented shark, which has a strong smell and taste. Rye bread ice cream with caramelized rhubarb syrup was a surprise favorite. They tasted cured Arctic char served on pancakes and traditional Icelandic hot dogs made mostly from lamb, topped with onions and sauces.

Prices of Groceries

Flying The Nest shared grocery prices to give a feel for everyday costs. They said a liter of milk costs about $3.7 USD. 1 Liter of water is around $5. Redbull energy drink is around $6 mark. A loaf of bread is around $6.5 USD. A dozen eggs cost roughly $9 USD. Cheese slice prices vary but are often about $11 USD. Fresh fruits and vegetables can be expensive. They explained that buying groceries is cheaper than eating out, but Iceland overall has high costs.

Talking About Food Costs

They talked openly about meal prices in Reykjavík, saying it is one of the most expensive cities they have visited. They recommended places where travelers can try local food, but reminded viewers to expect high prices.

Views and Recommendations

Flying The Nest enjoyed the variety of tastes and the chance to try unique dishes. They recommended lobster soup and fish and chips as must-try meals for visitors. Rye bread ice cream was a pleasant surprise. They said being open to new foods adds to the travel experience.