Popular fast-casual chain offering freshly made sandwiches, wraps, salads, and juices throughout the day. Ingredients are sourced locally where possible and menus change seasonally. A reliable choice for a quick, nutritious meal in central Reykjavik.
Lemon is a fast-casual chain in central Reykjavík, with a location on Bankastræti, offering freshly made sandwiches, wraps, salads, and juices throughout the day. The menu emphasizes locally sourced ingredients where possible and changes seasonally, giving the fast-casual format a slightly more considered approach than typical quick-service chains. The setting is simple and functional, designed for a fast, healthy meal rather than a sit-down dining experience, with limited seating suited to a quick visit. It is a reliable choice for visitors wanting a nutritious meal without a long wait, particularly for lunch on a busy sightseeing day. There is no reservation system, since the restaurant operates on a counter-order, walk-in basis.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Reservations | Walk-in |
| Address | Bankastræti 2, 101 Reykjavík |
Signature dishes
- Chicken and avocado wrap — ISK 1,800 (~$13)
- Power salad with seeds and feta — ISK 1,900 (~$14)
- Fresh pressed green juice — ISK 1,200 (~$9)
Good to know
- Known for
- Fresh wraps, salads, and cold-pressed juices
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Location
Bankastræti 2, 101 Reykjavík
64.1475, -21.9380 View on map
Highlights
- Fresh sandwiches, wraps, and salads with seasonal menus
- Locally sourced ingredients where possible
- Fast, healthy, no-fuss format
- Central Bankastræti location
Tips for visiting
- Good option for a quick, healthy lunch between sightseeing stops
- Menus change seasonally, so options vary throughout the year
- No reservations; order at the counter
Accessibility
The restaurant has step-free access from Bankastræti.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lemon a sit-down restaurant?
No, it is a fast-casual, counter-order restaurant with limited seating.
Does Lemon use local ingredients?
Yes, it sources locally where possible and updates its menu seasonally.
Are reservations needed?
No, it operates on a walk-in, counter-order basis.