OPEN
Mon 10-17
Tue 10-17
Wed 10-17
Thu 10-17
Fri 10-17
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
(Kitchen opens at 11!)
Menu
Appetizers
Soup of the Day – Ⓥ
Soup of the Day with homemade bread. Please ask your waiter.
2.490 –
Garlic Bread
Bread with garlic butter, cheese and chives.
1.990 –
Steamed Ryebread with marinated herring,
whipped herbal butter, pickled beetroot, lime vinaigrette. Topped with fresh Dill.
1.490 –
Steamed Ryebread with smoked salmon,
whipped herbal butter, pickled beetroot, lime vinaigrette. Topped with fresh Dill.
1.490 –
Icelandic Flatbread
with birch-smoked lamb and whipped butter.
1.490 –
Burgers
The Sweaty Santa
140g premium beef, bacon jam, gouda cheese, red cabbage, pickled cucumbers, fried onions, chives, Parmesan, and honey mustard mayo.
3.990 –
The Green Elf – Ⓥ
125g Anamma™ premium vegetable patty, red onion jam, red cabbage, pickled cucumbers, fried onions, chives, and maple syrup mustard mayo (Vegan).
3.890 –
Fries or Sweet Fries – Ⓥ
Fries or sweet potato fries come as a side with all the burgers.
(Extra portion for 1.390 –)
Sauces:
“Kokteilsósa” 250 – *The most beloved sauce in Iceland!*
Ketchup 0-
Main Courses
Icelandic Lamb Soup
The Traditional Icelandic Lamb soup has kept Icelanders from extinction since the 9th century AD. This nourishing bowl (more stew than soup, really) is loaded with root veggies, herbs and of course, free range Icelandic lamb.
3.890 –
Icelandic Fish Gratin Cakes
Consists of mashed potatoes, onion, cod, butter, flour and spices, rolled in bread flour and served on a bed of rice with coconut-curry sauce.
3.890 –
The Local Christmas Lasagna
Our own Lasagna recipe, made from free-range Icelandic foal, topped with parmiggiano and chives, served with homemade garlic bread. A classic dish that never disappoints.
3.990 –Available as a vegeterian or vegan option!naturall
Children's Menu
Kid’s Burger
Burger, cheese, ketchup, bun. Fries on the side.
2.190 –
Icelandic Lamb Soup
Traditional lamb soup (some might say “stew“), child portion.
2.190 –
The Local Christmas Lasagna
Our own Lasagna recipe, made from free-range Icelandic foal and served with garlic bread. A classic dish that never disappoints.
Warning: Served on a hot pan.
2.190 –
Appetizers
Soup of the Day – Ⓥ
Soup of the Day with homemade bread. Please ask your waiter.
2.490 –
Garlic Bread
Bread with garlic butter, cheese and chives.
1.990 –
Traditional Ryebread platter
3 slices of traditional Icelandic ryebread:
-Herring with cottage cheese, dill, lime vinaig. & cherry tomatos
-Smoked salmon, cottage cheese, dill, lime vinaig. & cherry tomatos
-Smoked Lamb, pickles & pea spread, topped with chives.
2.990 –
Country Salad
Mixed salad, cherry tomatos, chives, shredded carrots and turnips, radishes, croutons, sesame seeds, parmiggiano & lime vinaigrette.
2.490 –
Smoked Salmon Salad
Smoked salmon, mixed salad, sesame seeds, crispy fried onion, cherry tomatos, chives, shredded carrots and turnips, radishes, parmiggiano, cottage cheese & honey-mustard dressing.
3.490 –
Burgers
The Sweaty Farmer
A 140g free range beef burger, bacon chutney, gouda cheese, mixed salad, tomatos, chives, fried onion, pickles, parmiggiano, honey-mustard sauce.
3.990 –
The Green Trooper – Ⓥ
Anamma veggie patty, red onion chutney, mixed salad, chives, tomatos & pickles, with vegan maple-mustard sauce.
3.890 –
Fries or Sweet Fries – Ⓥ
Fries or sweet potato fries come as a side with all the burgers.
(Extra portion for 1.390 –)
Sauces:
- “Kokteilsósa” 250 –
*The most beloved sauce in Iceland!* - Ketchup 0-
Note: The kitchen generally does not change the menu/ingredients for anything other than allergy reasons
Main Courses
Icelandic Lamb Soup
The Traditional Icelandic Lamb soup has kept Icelanders from extinction since the 9th century AD. This nourishing bowl (more stew than soup, really) is loaded with root veggies, herbs and of course, free range Icelandic lamb.
3.890 –
Fish and Chips
Fresh Cod, deepfried in homemade orly batter. Served with french fries and sweet chili sauce on the side.
3.890 –
Icelandic Fish Gratin “Plokkfiskur”
Homemade traditional style fish stew – perhaps best described as a casserole or a gratin. Consists of mashed potatoes, onion, cod, butter, flour and spices, topped with cheese & chives and baked in the oven!
Served with brown ryebread on the side.
3.890 –
The Local Lasagna
Our own Lasagna recipe, made from free-range Icelandic foal, topped with parmiggiano and chives, served with homemade garlic bread. A classic dish that never disappoints.
3.990 –
Vegan Chickpea Curry – Ⓥ
Chickpea curry, served with jasmine rice and mouthwatering homemade falafel, topped with sesame seeds, crispy onions and chives.
3.990 –
Arctic Char (Bleikja)
Delicious ovenbaked filet of arctic char, swimming in white wine and herbal butter! Served with a mixed salad and small Icelandic potatoes.
4.990 –
Available as a vegeterian or vegan option!naturall
Children's Menu
Kid’s Burger
Burger, cheese, ketchup, bun. Fries on the side.
2.190 –
Icelandic Lamb Soup
Traditional lamb soup (some might say “stew“), child portion.
2.190 –
Fish and Chips
Fresh Cod, deepfried in homemade orly batter. Served with french fries and ketchup on the side.
2.190 –
Icelandic Fish Gratin “Plokkfiskur”
Homemade traditional style fish gratin (or casserole), served with brown rye bread
Warning: Served on a hot pan.
2.190 –
The Local Lasagna
Our own Lasagna recipe, made from free-range Icelandic foal and served with garlic bread. A classic dish that never disappoints.
Warning: Served on a hot pan.
2.190 –
Café Menu
Soup of the Day
Soup of the Day – Ⓥ
Soup of the Day with homemade bread. Please ask your waiter
1.990-
Cakes
- Slice of Cake 1.690-
- Marble cake slice or medium size pastry 1090-
- Small pastry 790-
- Cookie 490-
- Our homemade cakes vary in availability, but may include: Apple cake, chocolate cake, traditional rhubarb cake, gluten free options, marble cake, cookies, muffins and more!
Hot Drinks
- Coffee or Tea 550-
- Espresso 590-
- Double espresso 690-
- Espresso Macchiato 690-
- Americano 690-
- Caffé Latte 720-
- Cappuccino 720-
- Flat White 790-
- Hot Chocolate 820-
- Swiss Mocha 890-
- Irish Coffee 1.990-
- + Extra Shot Espresso 150-
- + Syrup 150-
- + Oat milk / + Soya milk 150-
Soda and Drinks
- “Appelsín” Orange soda 590-
- Pepsi / Pepsi Max 590-
- 7up 590-
- “Egils Kristall” Sparkling water 590-
- “Egils Kristall” Lime flavour Sparkling water 590-
- Orange juice 450-
- Apple juice 450-
- “Kókómjólk” Chocolate milk 390-
- Glass of milk 290-
- Úlfrún 33cl. Session IPA 5.3% 1.390-
- Sæmundur 33cl. Mango-PA 5.3% 1.390-
Beer
- Egils Gull – Christmas edition 50cl. Lager 4.7% – draft 1.690-
- HAPPY HOUR 15-18 @ 1.090-
- Egils Gull – Christmas edition 33cl. Lager 4.7% – draft 1.490-
- HAPPY HOUR 15-18 @ 990-
- Boli 33cl. Premium Lager 5.5% 1.690-
- Úlfur Úlfur 33cl. DIPA 9% 2.290-
- Garún 33cl. Icelandic Stout 11.5% 2.290-
- Bríó Alcohol Free Wheat Ale 33cl. 0% 690-
- “Malt Extrakt” 0% 690-
- The traditional classic; a sweet alcohol free dark beer!
Ciders and Sparkling wine
- Somersby Cider 33cl 4.5% 1.590-
- Bottega Rose Gold 200 ml 2.290-
- Rose Prosecco – Veneto, Italy
White Wine
By the glass (187.5 ml)
- Montalto Pinot Grigio 1.890-
- HAPPY HOUR 15-18 @ 1.190-
- Pinot Grigio – Sicily, Italy
By the bottle (750 ml)
Casa Rojo – La Marimorena
Grape: Albariño
Region: Galicia, Spain
Aroma: Citrus, pears, mineral
Taste: Light bodied, a bit dry, crisp acidity, apples, pears, grapefruit. Hint of sweet aftertaste. Pairs well with seafood.
6.690-
Domaine Laroche – Chablis Premier Cru
Grape: Chardonnay
Region: Chablis, France
Aroma: Citrus, apples, mineral
Taste: Medium bodied, dry, fresh acid, apples, creamy notes. Lingering aftertaste. Pairs well with rich fish, cheese.
7.490-
Red wine
By the glass (187.5 ml)
- Piccini Rosso di Toscana 1.890-
- HAPPY HOUR 15-18 @ 1.190-
- Merlot, Sangiovese, Cab. Sauv. – Tuscany, Italy
By the bottle (750 ml)
Masi – Brolo di Campofiorin Oro
Grape: Corvina, Oseleta, Rondinella
Region: Veneto, Italy
Aroma: Riped cherry, raisins, earthy
Taste: Smooth and Full bodied, semi-dry, mild acid and solid tannins. Cherry, raisins, spices, cacao. Lingering aftertaste of fruit and spice. Pairs well with pasta and lamb.
6.890 –
Chateau Liversan – Haut-Médoc
Grape: Merlot, Cab-Sauv, Petit Verdot
Region: Bordeaux, France
Aroma: Oak, plum, red berries
Taste: Medium bodied, dry tannins, acidic, ripe and dried fruits, red berries. Complex aftertaste. Pairs well with Lamb and Poultry.
7.690 –
Group Menu
Not in effect at the moment - returns in 2025
Appetizers
Soup of the Day – Ⓥ
Soup of the Day with homemade bread. Please ask your waiter.
2.490 –
Garlic Bread
Bread with garlic butter, cheese and spices.
1.990 –
Fries or Sweet Fries – Ⓥ
A portion of fries or sweet potato fries
1.390 –
Main Courses
Icelandic Lamb Soup
The Traditional Icelandic Lamb soup has kept Icelanders from extinction since the 9th century AD. This nourishing bowl (more stew than soup, really) is loaded with root veggies, herbs and of course, free range Icelandic lamb.
3.890 –
Icelandic Fish Gratin “Plokkfiskur”
Homemade traditional style fish stew – perhaps best described as a casserole or a gratin. Consists of mashed potatoes, onion, cod, butter, flour and spices, topped with cheese and baked in the oven!
Served with brown ryebread on the side.
3.890 –
The Local Lasagna
Our own Lasagna recipe, made from free-range Icelandic foal and served with homemade garlic bread. A classic dish that never disappoints.
3.990 –
Vegan Chickpea Curry – Ⓥ
Chickpea curry, served with jasmine rice and mouthwatering homemade falafel.
3.990 –
Arctic Char (Bleikja)
Delicious ovenbaked filet of arctic char, swimming in white wine and herbal butter! Served with a mixed salad and small Icelandic potatoes.
4.990 –
Available as a vegeterian or vegan option!naturall
Cakes
- Slice of Cake 1.690-
- Marble cake slice or medium size pastry 1090-
- Cookie or small pastry 790-
- Our homemade cakes vary in availability, but may include: Apple cake, chocolate cake, traditional rhubarb cake, gluten free options, marble cake, cookies, muffins and more!
More information
Order with good notice
If you call day or more in advance we have the best chance to reserve seats and provide you smooth service.
We recommend emailing us at panta@eldsto.is AND calling us when the date approaches. Via email we can discuss menu choices and other details.
Batch brew coffee and tea
…is included in the price when group sizes are 10 or more.
Group discounts and free meals
If all* group members order the same menu item, we give a 10% discount off the full price (*exceptions for vegetarians or because of food allergies are no problem!)
When group size exceeds 10, guides are offered free meals.
For group sizes under 10, guides are offered soup of the day with bread, free of charge.
GROUP MENU
Contact us for options and price quotations!
Two Course Lunch #1 – Eldstó Lamb soup
• Main Course – The Icelandic lamb soup a la Eldstó
• Dessert – Homemade Panna Cotta with coconut cream
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Two Course Lunch #2 – Icelandic Fish stew
• Main Course– Oven baked “plokkfiskur”, a fish stew or casserole, served with brown rye bread.
• Dessert – Homemade Chocolate mousse
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Two Course Lunch #3 – Slow Cooked Chicken Breast
• Main Course– Slow-cooked chicken breast in thyme butter
• Dessert – Panna Cotta with berries
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Two Course Lunch #4 – Hummus, Soup & Bread Ⓥ
• Main Course – Hummus with homemade bread + soup of the day
• Dessert – Panna Cotta with berries
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Three Course Dinner #1 – Cod fillet
• Starter – Toast with graved salmon (gravlax), caviar and cream cheese
• Main Course – Cod fillet in mushroom cream
• Dessert – Homemade chocolate mousse
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Three Course Dinner #2 – Slow-cooked chicken breast
• Starter – Toast with graved salmon (gravlax), caviar and cream cheese
• Main Course – Slow-cooked chicken breast in thyme butter
• Dessert – Panna Cotta with berries
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Three Course Dinner #3 – Slow Cooked Lamb
• Starter – Toast with graved salmon (gravlax), caviar and cream cheese
• Main Course – Slow-cooked leg of lamb marinated in garlic and herbs
• Dessert – Créme Brulée
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
Three Course Dinner #4 – Cauliflower in Mushroom Cream Ⓥ
• Starter – Hummus with homemade bread + soup of the day
• Main Course – Delicious combination of cauliflower and mushrooms
• Dessert – Panna Cotta with berries and coconut cream
• Filter Coffee or Tea included
About the group menu
The menu is geared towards 10 people and over.
In most cases, we will need at least a week to prepare a group order, for the best possible service.
All inquiries will be answered via panta@eldsto.is
Hópamatseðill – Lamb (3ja rétta)
• Forréttur – Súpa Dagsins
• Aðalréttur – Hægeldaður lambaskanki, bakaðar kartöflur og grænmeti ásamt brúnsósu með ferskri myntu.
• Eftirréttur – Sjá Valmöguleika*
3 rétta: 6.900 –
2 rétta: 5.900 –
1 réttur: 4.900 –
Hópamatseðill – Lax (3ja rétta)
• Forréttur – Súpa Dagsins
• Aðalréttur – Ofnbakaður lax með kryddsmjöri ásamt bökuðum kartöflum og grænmeti.
• Eftirréttur – Sjá Valmöguleika*
3 rétta: 6.900 –
2 rétta: 5.900 –
1 réttur: 4.900 –
Um hópamatseðil
Öll verð eru á einstakling
Best er að hafa samband með nokkurra daga fyrirvara, fyrir bestu valmöguleika og þjónustu.
Ef fyrirvarinn er of stuttur, er mögulega ekki hægt að bjóða uppá lamb, lax eða eftirréttina.
Réttir sem hægt er að panta með stuttum fyrirvara: Súpa dagsins, Kjötsúpa, Lasagna og Plokkfiskur.
Öllum fyrirspurnum er svarað á eldsto@eldsto.is
Our Pottery
The Gallery
Volcanic Glazes and Ceramic Art
Our handmade ceramics are glazed with Icelandic-derived materials, such as volcanic substances from Mount Hekla, as well as clay from Búðardalur.
We create all our pottery from raw materials in our own workshop, right here in Hvolsvöllur. Icelandic design AND production!
These unique ceramics are ONLY for sale in Eldstó Art Café! Why not give one of the most unique gifts in Iceland?
Come on over, sit down and have a coffee while you browse the shelves and enjoy the music. A singularly relaxing gift-shopping experience!
We also sell Giftcards!
The Artists
Thor Sveinsson is a potter and ceramic designer. He studied pottery in 1971 – ’75 under the tutelage of Gerhard Schwarz and Paul Martin, while also attending The Icelandic College of Art and Crafts. For years he prototyped for Glit and was a tutor of the craft at Reykjavik School of Visual Arts.
G.Helga is a singer, painter and ceramic artist. She studied at The Reykjavik Academy of Vocal Arts, took visual arts classes at F.B. and had lessons with painter Gunnar Geir Kristjánsson.
[ Thor Sveinsson & G. Helga Ingadóttir, proud owners of Eldstó Art Café ]
The video shows Thor throwing pottery on the wheel, Helga doing the artwork and the process of creating glazes infused with the volcanic materials of Iceland.
Our Rooms
Our guesthouse is on the upper floor of Eldstó Art Café. It consists of 5 clean and comfortable rooms, 2 shared bathrooms with showers and a shared dining room with a kitchenette.
The shared dining room/kitchenette can be observed on the photos below. You can find a refrigerator, a microwave, an electric kettle, a coffee maker, a kitchen sink and all manner of kitchenware and utensils at your disposal. No stove nor oven are available, however.
A complimentary self service breakfast is available to all guests in the dining room. Enjoy our homemade bread with a selection of toppings, cereals, yoghurts and more!
About Eldstó
A unique family company; providing home-style & traditional dishes, good service and a comfortable atmosphere is of the utmost importance to us.
Eldstó began as a pottery/ceramic workshop in a garage in 1999 but moved to this location in 2004.
This building was not originally built for a restaurant, but rather for the operations of the state owned “Póstur og Sími” – the telecommunications and postal service provider, which operated from 1935-1998.
From 2004, Eldstó was a only a café. In 2009 it expanded to become a restaurant and has since grown beyond expectations; a family owned and operated restaurant, café and ceramic art gallery.
The air smells of food and coffee. The music hums in the background. Walls are decked with paintings by G Helga and shelves, showcasing Thor and Helga’s handcrafted pottery. The overall theme of ceramic art and cozy atmosphere is all throughout, as was the vision in the beginning.
It’s an uncommon phenomenon in Iceland, to have food, drink, oil paintings and pottery all created “in house”! Enjoy a tea brewed in a handmade teapot or latte art in a handmade latte cup. Indulge in the traditional dish of Icelandic lamb soup, locally sourced lamb in a locally handmade bowl!
