A themed dinner recreation of a traditional Norse feast in a longhouse-style setting, serving a fixed menu of Viking-era-inspired dishes including smoked lamb, skyr-cured salmon, barley bread, and mead or Brennivín, accompanied by storytelling about Norse mythology and Icelandic sagas.
The Viking Feast Dinner Experience, run by Viking Feast Iceland, is a two-hour themed dinner in central Reykjavik staged inside a longhouse-style dining room designed to evoke a Norse-era feast hall. Unlike a standard restaurant meal, the evening is structured around a fixed four-course menu of Viking-era-inspired dishes-smoked lamb, skyr-cured salmon, and barley bread among them-served alongside storytelling about Norse mythology and the Icelandic sagas, the medieval prose narratives that recount Iceland's Settlement-era history. The venue's exact address is confirmed at booking rather than published in advance, and the setting includes period decor intended to reinforce the historical theme through the meal.
The ISK 15,000 (about $108) per-person price covers the full four-course feast, a choice of mead or Brennivín schnapps, and the accompanying saga storytelling throughout the two hours. No additional transport is included, as the venue is centrally located in Reykjavik. The evening runs at a moderate pace to allow time for both eating and the narrated storytelling between courses, in English, with a set menu rather than an à la carte format. Because the courses are fixed to fit the Viking theme, dietary substitutions are more limited than at a typical restaurant; travellers with allergies or specific dietary needs should contact Viking Feast Iceland in advance of booking to confirm what alternatives, if any, can be prepared.
| Price | ISK 15,000 (~$108) per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Address | Central Reykjavik (venue confirmed on booking) |
What is included
- 4-course feast, mead or Brennivín, saga storytelling, period setting
Good to know
- Operator
- Viking Feast Iceland
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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Iceland.
Location
Central Reykjavik (venue confirmed on booking)
64.1470, -21.9370 View on map
Highlights
- Four-course fixed menu inspired by Viking-era Icelandic dishes
- Longhouse-style dining room evoking a Norse feast hall
- Storytelling on Norse mythology and the Icelandic sagas between courses
- Mead or Brennivín schnapps included
- Two-hour evening format with venue confirmed at booking
Tips for visiting
- Contact Viking Feast Iceland in advance about dietary needs, since the four courses are fixed to the Viking theme
- Arrive on time, as the storytelling is paced alongside the courses rather than self-serve
- Dress warmly for the walk to the venue, which is confirmed only at booking
- Pace the mead or Brennivín pour across the evening, as it is a fixed inclusion rather than a refillable drink
- Book ahead for weekend evenings, when the themed format draws larger groups
When to visit
Runs year-round in the evening; it is a popular choice during the darker winter months when the storytelling theme suits the mood.
Accessibility
The venue is confirmed at booking, so travellers with mobility needs should ask Viking Feast Iceland directly about step-free access ahead of the reservation.
Frequently asked questions
Is the menu customisable?
The four courses are fixed to match the Viking theme, so substitutions are more limited than at a typical restaurant; contacting Viking Feast Iceland in advance is recommended for dietary needs.
Where exactly is the venue located?
The venue is in central Reykjavik, with the exact address confirmed to guests at the time of booking.
Is this suitable for a special occasion?
Yes, the themed feast and storytelling format is popular for birthdays, anniversaries, and groups wanting an evening beyond a standard restaurant dinner.
What is included in the price?
The ISK 15,000 price includes all four courses, a choice of mead or Brennivín, and the saga storytelling throughout the evening.