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Grillið

  • CuisineModern Icelandic
  • CategoryFine Dining
  • VibeFormal, panoramic, special-occasion dining
  • Rating★ 4.5
  • Price$$$$

Grillið is the rooftop fine-dining restaurant of the Radisson Blu Saga Hotel on Hagatorg, prized for its panoramic views over Reykjavík and the surrounding mountains from one of the highest dining rooms in the capital. The menu highlights refined Icelandic ingredients, including Arctic char and Icelandic lamb, prepared with contemporary technique and finished with dishes like a skyr parfait dessert.

Rooftop restaurant at the Radisson Blu Saga Hotel offering panoramic views over Reykjavik and the mountains. The menu features refined Icelandic ingredients including arctic char, Icelandic lamb, and seasonal vegetables. One of the most dramatic dining rooms in the capital.

Grillið is the rooftop fine-dining restaurant of the Radisson Blu Saga Hotel on Hagatorg, prized for its panoramic views over Reykjavík and the surrounding mountains from one of the highest dining rooms in the capital. The menu highlights refined Icelandic ingredients, including Arctic char and Icelandic lamb, prepared with contemporary technique and finished with dishes like a skyr parfait dessert. The dining room is polished and formal by Reykjavík standards, with large windows framing the cityscape and a quieter, more subdued atmosphere suited to special occasions rather than casual dining. Service follows a traditional fine-dining rhythm, with courses paced for a leisurely evening. Given its status as one of the city's most dramatic dining rooms, reservations are required well in advance, particularly for window tables during clear evenings in summer.

Practical information for Grillið · Last updated June 2026
Price $$$$
Hours Monday-Saturday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Reservations Required
Address Hagatorg, 107 Reykjavík

Signature dishes

  • Icelandic lamb rack with herb crust — ISK 7,900 (~$57)
  • Arctic char with skyr sauce — ISK 6,800 (~$49)
  • Skyr parfait dessert — ISK 2,200 (~$16)

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Rooftop panoramic dining with modern Icelandic cuisine

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Location

Hagatorg, 107 Reykjavík

64.1386, -21.9308 View on map

Highlights

  • Panoramic rooftop views over Reykjavík and the mountains
  • Refined Icelandic ingredients including Arctic char and lamb
  • One of the highest and most dramatic dining rooms in the capital
  • Formal, special-occasion atmosphere

Tips for visiting

  • Request a window table when booking for the best panoramic views
  • Reserve well in advance, especially for clear summer evenings
  • Dress smart for the formal dining room atmosphere

Accessibility

The restaurant is accessible via the hotel's elevators, making it step-free and wheelchair accessible.

Frequently asked questions

What views does Grillið offer?

Panoramic views over Reykjavík and the surrounding mountains from the rooftop of the Radisson Blu Saga Hotel.

Is Grillið formal?

Yes, it has a polished, formal atmosphere suited to special occasions.

How far ahead should a table be booked?

Well in advance, particularly for window tables during summer evenings.