Sandholt
Sandholt in Reykjavik is a beloved bakery and café known for its exceptional sourdough bread, delicious pastries, and excellent coffee. This cozy yet modern spot offers outstanding breakfast options like shakshuka and waffles, with the pulled lamb sandwich being a standout favorite among visitors.
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a month ago
Great place! The coffee was delicious which was a struggle to find good coffee in Iceland. Pastries to die for- we ordered blue berry muffin and cinnamon roll- asked for both heated and yum We had the pulled lamb sandwich- delicious the regular lax and the kids pancakes- had the vegan sandwich which was ok. All sandwich bread is sourdough and delicious. If you like lamb get the pulled lamb sandwich you won't regret it. At the beginning we got a rude waiter but then a couple of Indian waiters were super kind and attentive. And it wasn't as expensive as other places with everything we ordered and so worth it! Would definitely return
a month ago
Very modern but cozy decor, service and food were amazing. The pastries are to die for. Started with an oat milk flat white which was great. Breakfast was the Shakshouka and the stewed tomatoes were amazing and only got better when mixed with the egg yolk. The crusty bread was made better dipped into the mix. Their brown sugar cinnamon roll was amazing and somehow not too sweet given its name. Beautiful place with amazing food!
2 weeks ago
Amazing place to eat breakfast! We honestly went here 4 times for breakfast on our trip because it was convenient and really good! Why not go to a food place again on the same trip? Make sure to arrive early or just before lunchtime or you’ll have to wait in line to be seated. The wait is worth it! There is a line to be seated and a line to get a grab-and-go pastry or sandwich! It is next to some pretty cool shops too!
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