Microbar

Microbar is a small craft beer bar at Austurstræti 6 in central Reykjavik, Iceland, in the Miðborg area close to Austurvöllur and the old town. It offers a changing selection of Icelandic and imported craft beer, and its small size gives it an intimate, cosy feel that differs from the larger, louder bars on Laugavegur. The crowd is a mix of beer enthusiasts, locals finishing work and travellers, mostly adults in their twenties to fifties. There is no dress code, and casual clothing is normal. Music is a background mix kept low, so conversation and beer discussion are the main activity. The drinks programme concentrates on craft beer, with prices typically around ISK 1,400-1,900 (about $11-15) per glass. Because the selection changes, the staff are the best guide to what is currently pouring. Opening hours are typically daily from the afternoon until late, though exact times may vary, so confirming before a visit is wise. There is no cover charge. Reservations are generally not available or needed for small parties, and the limited space means a full room can mean a short wait or standing at busy times. The quietest time is early evening on weekdays, while Friday and Saturday nights are the most crowded. The central location makes it easy to pair with Skúli Craft Bar on Aðalstræti, which also focuses on Icelandic craft beer, giving visitors a compact tasting route through the old town. As elsewhere in Iceland, alcohol is expensive and the legal purchase age is 20, so visitors who want to sample widely may prefer smaller pours where offered.