Restaurant in Reykjavík, Iceland

Skál

Name: Skál
Address: Njálsgata 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland, Reykjavík, IS
Telephone: +354 565 6515

200Pearl Points

Wine-led, compact

About Skál

Skál is a smart Reykjavík pick when wine matters as much as dinner, backed by Star Wine List and an Opinionated About Dining Europe recommendation. Lunch is the tactical choice for travelers keeping the day flexible; dinner is better for couples or solo diners who want the meal to anchor the evening.

Do not treat Skál as a default Reykjavík dinner reservation just because it has confirmed recognition. The smarter read is more specific: consider it when the priority is a meal in Reykjavík with Star Wine List recognition, choose the service time based on the published hours. Lunch is listed Wednesday through Sunday from 12–3 PM; dinner is listed nightly, with later closing on Friday and Saturday.

A Reykjavík pick for wine-aware diners

The strongest verified reason to prioritize Skál is the wine signal. Star Wine List recognition gives wine-driven diners a concrete reason to pay attention, while the Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Europe recommendation places it in a more selective restaurant conversation than a casual Reykjavík listing would suggest.

The available verified details are practical rather than exhaustive. Skál has a smart casual dress code and published lunch and dinner hours, but the verified record here does not establish a cuisine label, menu format, price range, chef, ownership, seating count, group capacity, or takeout and delivery policy. Plan around the confirmed basics rather than assuming a particular format.

Lunch is the tactical play; dinner is the fuller bet

For daytime planning, lunch is available Wednesday through Sunday from 12–3 PM. That makes it a possible fit for travelers who want to keep the rest of the day open. Dinner is available every evening from 5 PM, running until 11 PM most nights and until 12 AM on Friday and Saturday.

Without a verified price range or menu format, the safer expectation is to judge fit by timing, dress code, recognition rather than by an assumed budget or dining style. If the meal needs to anchor the evening, choose dinner; if the schedule matters more, choose one of the listed lunch windows.

Where it fits in a Reykjavík food plan

If the reservation does not line up, compare Skál with other Reykjavík options without assuming an unverified cuisine label or format. Names to consider while planning include Salka Valka eldhús/kitchen, Smakkbarinn, Kol Restaurant, Snaps Bistro, Gló.

For a wider shortlist, scan Our full Reykjavík restaurants guide, then build the rest of the trip with Our full Reykjavík hotels guide and Our full Reykjavík bars guide. You can also compare Skál with other dining in Reykjavík generically as you shape the rest of the itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skál good for a special occasion?

It can be a credible pick if the occasion is built around a Reykjavík meal with confirmed recognition. Skál is recognized by Star Wine List and recommended by Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Europe for 2026. The verified details here do not establish a particular room size, ceremony level, menu format, or price range, so plan around timing, smart casual dress, the venue's recognition rather than assuming a specific style of celebration.

What are alternatives to Skál in Reykjavík?

Other Reykjavík names to compare while planning include Salka Valka eldhús/kitchen, Smakkbarinn, Kol Restaurant, Snaps Bistro, Gló. The verified details here do not establish a direct cuisine, price, or format match, so use current listings and your preferred timing to narrow the choice.

Can I eat at the bar at Skál?

The verified details here do not confirm a bar-led dining format or bar seating. Plan around the published lunch and dinner hours instead: lunch is listed Wednesday through Sunday from 12–3 PM, dinner is listed nightly from 5 PM, with service until 11 PM most nights and until 12 AM on Friday and Saturday. Check the venue's official channels for the latest operational details.

Does Skál handle dietary restrictions?

The available verified details do not spell out a fixed dietary accommodation policy. The safest move is to contact Skál before you go if allergies or dietary restrictions are important to the booking.

Can Skál accommodate groups?

The verified details here do not confirm group capacity, private dining, or a large-party setup. If you are planning for a group, contact Skál directly before anchoring plans around the reservation. Kol Restaurant is another Reykjavík option to compare while planning.

Is lunch or dinner better at Skál?

Lunch is the easier pick if you want a daytime Reykjavík plan, with hours listed Wednesday through Sunday from 12–3 PM. Dinner makes more sense if you want the meal to sit in the evening, with service from 5–11 PM most nights and 5 PM–12 AM on Friday and Saturday. Salka Valka eldhús/kitchen is another Reykjavík name to compare while planning.

Is Skál good for solo dining?

Skál may work for solo dining if the published hours fit your schedule, especially during the listed lunch windows from Wednesday to Sunday. The verified details here do not confirm counter seating, bar dining, or a specific solo-diner setup, so check directly if seating style matters. Gló is another Reykjavík option to compare.

Location

Njálsgata 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Compare Skál

Skál Reykjavík and similar venues

Venue	Location	Awards
Skál	Reykjavík	Star Wine List (2026); Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended (2026)
Salka Valka eldhús/kitchen	Reykjavík	,
Smakkbarinn	Reykjavík	,
Kol Restaurant	Reykjavík	,
Gló	Reykjavík	,
Snaps Bistro	Reykjavík	,

How Skál Reykjavík compares with similar nearby venues.

Also Consider

Salka Valka eldhús/kitchen, Notable alternative
Smakkbarinn, Notable alternative
Kol Restaurant, Notable alternative
Gló, Notable alternative
Snaps Bistro, Notable alternative

How it compares in Reykjavík

Choose Skál over Gló when the night needs a stronger wine focus and a more restaurant-led feel. Choose Gló when speed, lighter eating, or a lower-commitment stop matters more than the drinks program. For value, Gló is the safer casual cross-shop; Skál makes more sense when the meal is part of the evening plan.

Against Salka Valka eldhús/kitchen and Smakkbarinn, Skál is the better fit for diners who want a tighter, wine-aware restaurant experience rather than a broader casual Reykjavík meal. Salka Valka and Smakkbarinn are easier alternatives for visitors prioritizing relaxed local dining; Skál is the more pointed choice for a date, solo dinner, or compact food-and-wine stop.

Cross-shop Kol Restaurant and Snaps Bistro if ambiance and a fuller night out matter more than a compact format. Kol and Snaps are the better backups for groups or diners who want a room with more conventional polish. Skál is the call when booking difficulty is manageable and the priority is a smaller, sharper Reykjavík meal with credible wine recognition.