OPEN
Mon 10:00-17:00*
Tue 10:00-20:30
Wed 10:00-17:00*
Thu 10:00-20:30
Fri 10:00-20:30
Sat 12:00-20:30
Sun 12:00-20:30
Welcome Back!
*(Kitchen is closed Mon & Wed;
Soups and grilled sandwiches available)
Menu
Light Meals
Soup of the Day – Ⓥ
Soup of the Day with homemade bread. Please ask your waiter
1.990-
Garlic Bread
Bread with garlic butter, cheese and spices.
1.490-
Country Salad
Icelandic lettuce, tomato, cucumber, bell peppers, pickled red onion, roasted seeds, feta cheese and croutons. A small portion, good as a side dish.
1.990-
The Chicken Sandwich
An “open” sandwich with pulled chicken, homemade coleslaw, pepper cheese, sriracha chili sauce and our own bell pepper chutney. Served with sweet potato fries on the side.
3.790-
Chicken Salad
A crispy fresh icelandic salad with pulled pesto-chicken, bell peppers, sliced apples & red onion, topped with toasted sesam seeds, bread croutons, shredded parma and a homemade olive vinagrette!
3.790-
Burgers
Thor’s Hammer
140g savory beef, tomato, cucumber, pickled red onion, lettuce, cheese and hamburger sauce.
3.290-
Green Dímon – Ⓥ
A veggieburger loaded with salad, tomato, cucumber, caramelized onion, fried mushrooms, and homemade sriracha mayo. Sinfully delicious!
3.590-
Eldstó Grand
A delicious 140g beef burger with bacon, caramelized onion, salad, tomatoes, cucumber and pepper cheese, babtized in heavenly homemade BBQ sauce.
* Feeling spicy? Ask for some added chili! *
3.790-
Fries or Sweet Fries – Ⓥ
Fries or sweet potato fries come as a side with all the burgers.
(Extra portion for 990-)
Choice of dipping Sauces:
- “Kokteilsósa” 190-
*The most beloved sauce in Iceland!* - Sriracha Chili Mayo 190-
- Homemade BBQ sauce 190-
- 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, naturally raised Icelandic lamb.
3.590-
Fish and Chips
Fresh Cod, deepfried in homemade orly batter. Served with french fries and sweet chili sauce on the side.
3.790-
Icelandic Fish Stew “Plokkfiskur”
Homemade traditional style fish stew – might also be 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 rye bread on the side.
3.890 –
Lasagna
Homemade Lasagna, served with garlic bread on the side. Classic dish that never disappoints.
3.990- Available as a vegeterian or vegan option!naturall
Children's Menu
Kid’s Burger
Burger, bun, ketchup. Fries on the side.
1.790-
Icelandic Lamb Soup
Traditional lamb soup (some might say “stew“), child portion.
1.790-
Fish and Chips
Fresh Cod, deepfried in homemade orly batter. Served with french fries and sauce on the side.
1.990-
Icelandic Fish Stew “Plokkfiskur”
Homemade traditional style fish stew (or casserole), served with brown rye bread
Warning: Served on a hot pan. If requested, we’ll serve on a cold pan, e.g. for small children.
1.990-
Lasagna
Homemade Lasagna, served with garlic bread. A classic dish that never disappoints.
Warning: Served on a hot pan. If requested, we’ll serve on a cold pan, e.g. for small children.
1.990-
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 1.390-
- Our homemade cakes vary in availability, but may include:
- Apple cake 1.390-
- Chocolate Cake 1.390-
- Carrot Cake 1.390-
- “Happy Marriage” Cake 1.390-
- Lemon-Almond Cake 1.390-
- Marble Cake 990-
- And more!
- All served with whipped cream!
- Our homemade cakes vary in availability, but may include:
Hot Drinks
- Coffee or Tea 550-
- Espresso 550-
- Double espresso 620-
- Espresso Macchiato 620-
- Americano 670-
- Caffé Latte 720-
- Latte Macchiato 720-
- Cappuccino 720-
- Flat White 720-
- Cortado 720-
- Mochaccino 790-
- Swiss Mocha 790-
- Hot Chocolate 790-
- Iced Coffee 790-
- Irish Coffee 1.990-
- + Extra Shot Espresso 150-
- + Syrup 150-
- + Oat milk / + Soya milk 150-
Soda and Drinks
- “Appelsín” Orange soda 490-
- Pepsi / Pepsi Max 490-
- 7up 490-
- “Egils Kristall” Sparkling water 490-
- “Malt Extrakt” Sweet dark 0% beer 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 50cl. Lager 4.7% – draft 1.390-
- HAPPY HOUR 15-17 @ 990-
- Egils Gull 33cl. Lager 4.7% – draft 1.190-
- HAPPY HOUR 15-17 @ 890-
- Snorri 33cl. Icelandic Ale 5.3% 1.790-
- Úlfur 33cl. IPA 5.9% 1.790-
- Úlfur Úlfur 33cl. DIPA 9% 2.190-
- Somersby Cider 33cl. 4.5% 1.390-
- Bríó Alcohol Free Ale 33cl. 0% 690-
Red wine
By the glass (187.5 ml)
- Piccini Rosso di Toscana 1.790-
- 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.
6.490 –
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.
7.490 –
White Wine
By the glass (187.5 ml)
- Montalto Pinot Grigio 1.790-
- 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.
6.290-
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.
7.290-
Group Menu
Long notice group menu options:
Group Menu Lamb (3 course)
• Starter – Soup of the Day
• Main – Slow cooked lamb shank, roasted potatoes and greens, served with mint-infused brown sauce.
• Dessert – Choice of one dessert*
3 course: 6.900 –
2 course: 5.900 –
1 course: 4.900 –
Group Menu Salmon (3 course)
• Starter – Soup of the Day
• Main – Oven baked salmon with herb butter and a side of roasted potatoes and vegetables.
• Dessert – Choice of one dessert*
3 course: 6.900 –
2 course: 5.900 –
1 course: 4.900 –
About the group menu
All prices listed are per person.
Contact us a few days in advance, for best options and service (especially with Lamb shank and Salmon).
The best short notice group options:
Soup of the day, Lamb Soup, Lasagna and Fish Stew.
All inquiries answered on eldsto@eldsto.is
Group Menu Lasagna (3 course)
• Starter – Soup of the Day
• Main – Lasagna or Veggie lasagna (can be vegan).
• Dessert – Choice of one dessert*
3 course: 5.690 –
2 course: 4.690 –
1 course: 3.690 –
Group Menu Fish-Stew (3 course)
• Starter – Soup of the Day
• Main – Traditional Icelandic Fish Stew; “Plokkfiskur”
• Dessert – Choice of one dessert*
3 course: 5.490 –
2 course: 4.490 –
1 course: 3.490 –
Group Menu Lamb Soup (2 course)
• Main – Traditional Icelandic Lamb Soup
• Dessert – Choice of one dessert*
2 course: 3.890 –
1 course: 2.890 –
*Available desserts are as follows
- Homemade Apple cake with cream
- Homemade Carrot cake with cream
- Or a choice of available cakes on the spot!
*Available desserts are as follows
(same choice applies to whole group):
- Homemade Apple cake with cream
- Homemade Carrot cake with cream
- Mango tart with white chocolate and lemon cream
- Chocolate and salty caramel cake with cream and wild berry sauce
- Latte Macchiato dessert with vanilla cream
About the group menu
All prices listed are per person.
The group menu is mainly geared toward groups of 10 or above.
Contact us a few days in advance, for best options and service.
All inquiries answered on 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
Eldstó began as a pottery/ceramic workshop in a garage, some 20 years ago (1999). It has since grown, becoming much more then it was meant to be; a family owned and operated restaurant, café and ceramic art gallery.
The air smells of food and coffee. The music hums in the background, the interior is softly colored and lit. Walls are decked with paintings by G Helga and shelves, showcasing Thor and Helga’s handcrafted pottery. The overall theme of ceramic art is everywhere, as was the vision in the beginning.
In no other restaurant in Iceland is the drink, food and pottery all created “in house”! Enjoy a tea brewed in a handmade teapot, or an Icelandic craft beer in an Icelandic craft chalice. Indulge in the traditional dish of Icelandic lamb soup, locally sourced lamb in a locally handmade bowl!
