About
Mál og Menning is a café in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland's café culture is warm and welcoming, offering a respite from the weather with excellent coffee, home-baked goods, and a cosy atmosphere. This is the kind of place where locals linger over coffee and visitors feel immediately at home.
Cuisine
Not specified
Price Range
€€
Reservations
Recommended for dinner
Takeaway
Check with venue
Family Friendly
Usually yes in Iceland
Card Payments
Accepted almost everywhere
Vegetarian
Ask for available options
Vegan
Ask for available options
Gluten Free
Ask for available options
Opening Hours
Mo-Su 16:00-06:00
Phone
Not listed
Website
Not listed
Restaurant Highlights
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Hús Máls og Menningar
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Bastard
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Dass Reykjavík
34 m • 1 min drive
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Lebowski Bar
34 m • 1 min drive
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Kaffibrennslan
43 m • 1 min drive
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Kaldi Bar
43 m • 1 min drive
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Explore Nearby
Distances and estimated driving times from Mál og Menning

restaurant
Hús Máls og Menningar
3 m - 1 min drive

accommodation
Center Hotels Skjaldbreið
20 m - 1 min drive

restaurant
Bastard
26 m - 1 min drive

restaurant
Dass Reykjavík
34 m - 1 min drive

restaurant
Lebowski Bar
34 m - 1 min drive
restaurant
Kaffibrennslan
43 m - 1 min drive

restaurant
Kaldi Bar
43 m - 1 min drive
restaurant
Monkeys
43 m - 1 min drive
Interactive Nearby Map
Showing places within 1 km
Type
Café
Price Range
€€
Best Time to Visit
18:00-20:30 for dinner, 12:00-14:00 for lunch
Best Time To Visit
Opening Hours
Mo-Su 16:00-06:00
Getting There
Driving
Best option outside city centers. Use live map guidance for arrival.
Walking
In town centers, walking can be the fastest and easiest option.
Public Transport
Availability depends on location; Reykjavik has the strongest network.
Parking & Accessibility
Check nearby parking markers and call ahead for accessibility requirements.
Local Tips
Nearby Cafes & Restaurants

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Hús Máls og Menningar
3 m • 1 min drive
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Bastard
26 m • 1 min drive
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Dass Reykjavík
34 m • 1 min drive
restaurant

restaurant
Lebowski Bar
34 m • 1 min drive
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restaurant
Kaffibrennslan
43 m • 1 min drive
restaurant

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Kaldi Bar
43 m • 1 min drive
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Nearby Restaurants

restaurant
Hús Máls og Menningar
3 m • 1 min drive
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Bastard
26 m • 1 min drive
restaurant

restaurant
Dass Reykjavík
34 m • 1 min drive
restaurant

restaurant
Lebowski Bar
34 m • 1 min drive
restaurant
restaurant
Kaffibrennslan
43 m • 1 min drive
restaurant

restaurant
Kaldi Bar
43 m • 1 min drive
restaurant
Accommodation
Where to Stay Nearby
Hotels and guesthouses close to this dining spot
🏨 Hotel20 m⭐ FeaturedCenter Hotels Skjaldbreið
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Getting Around
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation?
For popular dinner hours in Iceland, reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and in summer.
Is this place good for families?
Most Reykjavik and regional restaurants are family-friendly. Contact the venue directly for children's menu and accessibility details.
Can I pay with card?
Yes - card payments are the standard in Iceland, including most smaller towns.
Are vegetarian options available?
Most Icelandic restaurants and cafes offer vegetarian dishes; ask staff for current menu options.
How do I get there?
Use the address and map above. In city centers, walking is often fastest; outside towns, a rental car is usually best.



