Restaurant in Reykjavik, Iceland
No-frills burgers that actually deliver.
Tommi's Burger Joint is Reykjavik's go-to for a no-nonsense, reliably good burger without a reservation. The compact, counter-service format suits solo diners and pairs best. Walk-ins work fine outside peak summer periods, making it a practical fill-in between bigger restaurant commitments rather than a destination in its own right.
Yes, if you want a no-fuss, quality burger in a city where casual dining options thin out quickly, Tommi's delivers. This is not a destination meal — it is the right answer when you need something satisfying, unpretentious, and reliably good without committing to a sit-down dinner reservation. For food-focused travellers moving through Reykjavik, it earns its place as a practical lunch or early-evening stop.
Tommi's Burger Joint sits in the Bíldshöfði area of Reykjavik — a utilitarian address that tells you everything about the format. The space is compact and counter-focused, built for efficiency rather than atmosphere. Seating is limited and the room moves fast, which makes it a better fit for solo diners and pairs than for groups expecting to linger. If you are looking for a relaxed weekend brunch with table service and an extended coffee situation, this is not that venue , Bergsson Mathús handles that format better. But if a late-morning burger is your idea of a good Saturday, Tommi's is squarely in that lane.
The operation is direct: order at the counter, find a spot, eat well. The spatial experience is honest , no design ambition, no mood lighting, no soundtrack engineered to make you feel something. What it offers instead is a focused menu executed consistently, which is harder to find in Reykjavik than the city's growing restaurant scene might suggest. For context on how Reykjavik's dining scene sits more broadly, our full Reykjavik restaurants guide is a useful reference point.
Booking difficulty is low. Walk-ins are the norm here, and you are unlikely to face a meaningful wait outside of peak tourist periods in summer. That said, arriving at off-peak hours , before noon or after 2 PM , keeps the room manageable. If you are planning a Reykjavik itinerary around bigger reservations at places like DILL or Bon Restaurant, Tommi's fits naturally into the gaps , no advance planning required.
For travellers also exploring beyond the capital, Friðheimar in Reykholt and Moss in Grindavík represent the kind of destination dining that does require planning weeks out. Tommi's requires none of that, which is part of its value. Check our Reykjavik bars guide and experiences guide if you are building a fuller day around the visit.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tommi's Burger Joint | Easy | ||
| Amma Don | Unknown | ||
| Bon Restaurant | Unknown | ||
| Eiriksson Brasserie | Unknown | ||
| Hjá Jóni | Unknown | ||
| Kröst | Unknown |
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.
Tommi's is a stripped-back burger counter in Reykjavik's Bíldshöfði area, so the menu is short by design. Specific dietary accommodation details aren't confirmed in available venue data, but the format — focused, limited menu — means options for complex dietary needs are likely narrow. If you have serious restrictions, call ahead or consider a restaurant with a broader kitchen.
For casual dining in Reykjavik, Hjá Jóni is a local favourite with a more traditional Icelandic feel. Bon Restaurant and Kröst both offer a step up in format if you want table service and a fuller menu. Amma Don and Eiriksson Brasserie sit in different categories entirely — better suited to a proper sit-down meal than a quick, no-fuss stop.
Specific menu details aren't confirmed in the venue record, so naming dishes would be guesswork. What the format signals is a focused burger menu — go in expecting a short list of core options rather than elaborate customisation. Order what the counter staff recommend on the day.
No. Tommi's is a utilitarian burger spot in a working district of Reykjavik — the address and format make that clear. For a birthday, anniversary, or any meal where setting and service matter, Kröst or Bon Restaurant are more appropriate choices. Tommi's is for when you want a reliable, low-effort meal, not a memorable evening.
It's a walk-in operation in Bíldshöfði — a utilitarian part of Reykjavik that isn't on the tourist circuit. Don't expect atmosphere, wine lists, or table service. Go for the burger, expect a compact space, and you'll leave satisfied. It earns its reputation by doing a simple thing well, not by being a destination.
Specific seating layout details aren't confirmed in the venue data. Given the compact, counter-service format typical of this type of burger joint, seating is likely casual and limited rather than structured around a traditional bar. Walk in and take what's available — table selection isn't the point here.
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