Old Iceland
31 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Dessert
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27 ratings
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Laugavegur 72
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
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Most Recent Reviews
Review
The food was exellent good. The Glutenfree bread owerheated in the microwave.
Safety
Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?
— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Staff knew about gluten allergies, most of the food didn’t contain gluten in anyway. Extremely tasty and authentic food, would recommend!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
I got mildly sick, it’s at a level that it would have been only contamination. The food was delicious, so dine at your own risk.
I would not eat here again personally and cannot recommend it to other coeliacs.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Not at all
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
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Review
Great little place. Food is great and gf items are marked. They also have gf bread. Took us a couple of tries to get in without a wait.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Menu well marked, food was delicious
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
The waiter knew gluten free courses by heart. I had Tinder cheese for the starters and lamb ribeye for the main course. Got warm gluten free bread. No gluten free desserts (they work on it, I sure hope that’s true) but the food was so delicious that didn’t missed it really.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Excellent cod entree. Multiple choices available and staff was knowledgeable plus careful. GF bread was even provided!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Probably the best food I have ever had. Gourmet food, yummy drinks, and incredible service. The kitchen made a special dessert just for me and the most incredible chef that came out of the kitchen to tell me about my dish. He shared what he had done to make it safe and I am beyond happy. A must stop.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for dinner
- Good for keto
- Good for lunch
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good vegan options
- Good with other allergies
- Reservations recommended
Review
I ate 2 meat dishes that were marked gluten free. I also ate cheese starter and salad.
They had gluten free bread.
I had no reaction and I am very sensitive.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
The Arctic char was really delicious. I got my own basket of GF warm tiny rolls that I loved.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
A good percentage of the options were listed as gluten free, and I had no adverse effects after the meal. Delicious food.
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Review
Delicious food. They were wonderful accommodating us and were celiac aware.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Went here for lunch during a long layover. The food was phenomenal. We got the cheese appetizer, arctic char, and beef cheek. They even brought us gf bread. The restaurant is also a very cute space. I didn’t get sick and would highly recommend checking them out.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
They understood GF really well and they also were super helpful about my other allergies (nuts- they were even listed on the menu). The food was incredibly good. Would come back!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
This place is a small gem, I have a feeling if we didn’t go as early as we did we would’ve definitely needed a reservation! The menu shows GF dishes and the chef was checked with for things we had questions on. When the food came out, it looked as if an artist plated and prepared it. It was so beautiful and some of the most delicious food we’ve ever had. All of Iceland is expensive! So what? Treat yourself! It’s an amazing country and very knowledgeable about gluten free and Celiac and we didn’t get sick one time!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dinner
- Good for kids
- Good for lunch
- Good selection of healthy options
- Reservations recommended
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Great experience! Everything on the menu is clearly marked. Have gf bread that is given at the start of the meal. The staff is knowledgeable and able to adjust dishes to be gluten free. The was no gf dessert so they created one for me. It was delicious!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Food was fabulous all clearly marked gluten free, staff were great and advised me that they would adapt a dessert to make it gluten free.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Staff was so friendly and accommodating! Clearly marked GF items and waitress made note of allergy as well. They even bring out gluten free bread!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dinner
- Good vegan options
- Good vegetarian options
- Good with other allergies
Review
Choices were plentiful and delicious. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Even brought out gluten free bread.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Cozy little restaurant with clearly marked options and lots to choose from! Delicious and well prepared. Staff was knowledgeable about GF issues and made sure the special of the day that I got was GF. Great meal in a great environment. I had the mushroom soup as a starter and it was glorious. Definitely have dinner here!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
When walking in I mentioned that I have celiac and the waitress immediately reassured me by knowing what that meant and pointed out the gluten free labeled items on the menu. I ordered the creamy shellfish soup and the roasted lamb with parsnips and potatoes. When ordering I asked about noting gluten free on the ticket for the kitchen and she did and said she would speak with the kitchen also. Before receiving the meal the waitress even brought out some gluten free bread! Overall the meal was absolutely delicious and I highly recommend the soup!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for dinner
- Good for lunch
- Good with other allergies
Review
One of the best meals of my life. Chef and staff took great care of me and my celiac.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Stopped here for lunch: AMAZING! Lamb soup with gluten free bread and a Swedish elderflower cider was just perfect!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the menu
Review
Amazing GF options….They even offer GF bread. The Cod, Arctic Char and Lamb were all GF so I could try my dining partners food, as well. All was delicious.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
So delicious! The menu has several gf items, clearly labeled. I had the mushroom soup (which the server told me had trace amounts of gluten - ok for me, personally). I also had the cod entree served with a potato purée and parsnips. Divine! Partner had the lamb dish which was also gf - very tender meat with a delicious sauce.
I was served a separate portion of gf bread - little chunks of a seeded brownish bread served with my own butter. Warm and hearty.
The drink menu had some interesting Icelandic cocktails - quite strong! I had the one with the rhubarb syrup. Sweet and tart at the same time.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
The food was excellent, and they had the best gluten free bread I’ve ever had! (It was so good I thought it must be glutenous—but our waitress was also gf and assured me it was not.) Great experience.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Amazing service, staff was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Gluten free foods are marked clearly on the menu. I mentioned I was gluten free before they brought the free bread out and they heated up a few pieces of gluten free bread just for me and it was some of the best gluten free bread I’ve had. I had the lamb and it was delicious.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dairy-free
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good with other allergies
Review
Best beef I’ve ever had! Never had beef cheek and thought that sounded strange, but I’m sure glad I ordered it! Didn’t even need to use my knife, so tender and delicious. Well-informed of gluten intolerance and took it seriously. A must try if you’re visiting iceland!
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Honestly, one of the best meals I’ve ever had. GF items were denoted on the menu and it was amazing. A little pricey but so worth it.
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
I’m highly sensitive and had a great lamb dinner. Most of the menu can be made gluten free. So good!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Staff very friendly and happy to adapt didhes to Gluten Free.
Lovely restaurant, quiet would definitely recommend!
Review
Gluten free marked on menu! I had the cod with mashed potatoes and it was awesome. It’s like fine dining at a more reasonable price for Reykjavík. They were able to accommodate a dessert to be gluten free for me. The waitress was very knowledgeable. I highly recommend!
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