Best Pylsa (Hot Dog) in Reykjavik

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An old-school harbor cafe where you can get a hot dog alongside more substantial fish dishes. It has a great local, salty-air atmosphere. — Grandi

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11:30 (Fisherman's lunch).

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The supermarket deli counter here serves hot dogs that are among the cheapest in the city. — Grandi

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11:30.

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A cozy neighborhood cafe that sometimes features a "fancy" hot dog on its rotating menu. Very local vibe. — Laugarnes

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14:00.

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Gas station hot dogs are an Icelandic institution. N1 serves high-quality dogs with the full array of toppings in a bright, clean convenience store setting. — Vesturbær

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12:30.

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A cozy pub that offers a slightly more "gourmet" take on the hot dog, served on a plate in a traditional sit-down setting. Great for trying it with a local IPA. — Downtown

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20:00.

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A great spot for a quick, cheap hot dog before or after visiting the Perlan museum and observation deck. — Bústaðavegur

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17:00.

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While famous for its soup in bread bowls, they also serve a solid Icelandic hot dog as a quick snack for shoppers. — Laugavegur

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13:00.

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The most famous hot dog stand in the world. It has been serving its lamb-based dogs since 1937. The queue is long but moves fast. Order "one with everything." — Harbor

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23:00 (The ultimate late-night snack).

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A classic green hot dog wagon that has been a fixture of the city center for decades. It offers a slightly different, more "old school" vibe than the Bæjarins chain. — City Center

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19:00.

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The classic Pylsuvagninn has a presence here, offering a slightly more "boutique" feel in the trendy food hall environment. — Hlemmur

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18:00.

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The perfect final stop before leaving the country. — KEF

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2 hours before your flight.

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A dark, local neighborhood pub that serves a very honest and cheap hot dog as part of its classic bar menu. — Downtown

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19:00.

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While primarily a burger joint, Tommi's often has a hot dog option. The vibe is classic 80s diner. — Old Harbour

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12:00.

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A casual, indoor street food spot that serves a great version of the Icelandic hot dog alongside other local staples. Perfect for when you want to sit down but keep it cheap. — Tryggvagata

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14:00.

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Olís is N1's main competitor. Their hot dog combo deals are a staple of Icelandic road culture. — Glæsibær

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12:00.

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Located inside the main bus terminal, this stand serves the standard Icelandic dog to travelers arriving or departing for the countryside. — BSÍ

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08:00.

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A small shop rather than a stand, located on the busy Ingólfstorg square. Great for a quick bite while sitting on the square's benches. — Ingólfstorg

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15:00.

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