This restaurant is clearly inspired by American cuisine, from chicken wings to burgers. The potato options are downright creative, especially the Greek potatoes with feta spread, ranch dressing, red grapes, peanuts, and spring onions.

Phil meets up with his family again at Le Kock for an Icelandic take on foods he is all too familiar with. Icelandic/American Chef Markus cookies up an array of tasty dishes for Phil to share, including Smoked salmon on pretzel bagel sandwiches, a smash burger with truffle ketchup, a cheeseburger with Icelandic cabbage, and grilled cheese with soup. To top it off, a sumptuous creme brulee doughnut and a jelly doughnut brings Phil back to his childhood neighborhood.

Nestled inside the stylish Exeter Hotel in the heart of Reykjavík, Le KocK quickly became a must-try for us during our stay. Offering the perfect combination of convenience and quality, this modern eatery has been elevating fast food in Iceland since 2017 with gourmet burgers, artisan bakery treats, and craft cocktails. The concept is simple: fresh, delicious, and locally sourced ingredients are presented in a way that redefines traditional fast food.

Attached to our hotel and the location for our daily included breakfasts, Le KocK is a modern eatery with an impressive menu selection. Having returned to our hotel starving and not in much of a mood to go in search of a local hotspot, many of our group members decided to stay close to home and see what Le KocK had to offer. Little did we know that the hidden gem that we were in search of was right under our noses the entire time.

Known for its gourmet approach to fast food, Le Kock (which means chef in Icelandic) is the place to come for great burgers & sandwiches in Reykjavik. Founded by three chefs with fine dining backgrounds, the place has such a cool vibe with tattoo style art on the walls and punk music playing. The menu features items such as burgers, wings, and sandwiches, all crafted in-house using local Icelandic ingredients whenever possible.

Le KocK is a hip and popular restaurant in downtown Reykjavik and a great place to grab a bite or a drink. Despite the laid-back atmosphere and affordable prices, the ever-changing menu at Le KocK is impressive and would not be out of place at a high-end restaurant. Also located on site are the bar Tail (which pairs into a pun with Le KocK) and the bakery Deig, which specializes in donuts and bagels.

Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is not only known for its stunning landscapes but also for its vibrant food scene. Among the numerous options, Íslenski Barinn stands out with its phenomenal lamb dishes, reflecting traditional Icelandic cuisine. For those seeking lively atmospheres, Le Kock offers a mix of good drinks and live music, creating an enjoyable dining experience.

Le Kock is a trendy, urban eatery that has become a favourite for its gourmet burgers and craft beers. The decor is quirky and modern, with street art and industrial touches adding to the vibrant, youthful vibe. The Le Kock burger, with its perfectly cooked patty and special sauce, is a crowd-pleaser, while the El Diablo burger packs a spicy punch with jalapenos.

Le KocK has the best burgers I’ve tried in Reykjavík and has been voted the best burger in Reykjavík several times by e.g. Reykjavík Grapevine magazine. Le Kock cheeseburger and Dirty Harry are the two best burgers on the menu and Greek Potatoes are great as a side dish (their version of fries), with Parmesan Potatoes another recommended option.

We visited Le KocK for lunch one afternoon, and the burgers did not disappoint!. The staff was good about confirming the safety for our allergens, and the kids loved that there were GI Joes and other small toys to keep them entertained while we were waiting for our food. This is not health food, but it is good, greasy comfort food.

Run by three of the best chefs in the city, this joint has elevated the patty to an art form. Everything is homemade, from the potato buns to the vegetables which come straight from the trio’s family farms. The short trip outside the city centre is definitely worth it – don’t leave without trying the game-changing doughnuts.

Under the same ownership and occupying the same space, Le Kock and Deig serve high-end bar food and bagels, respectively. The owner is Icelandic but grew up in the USA, so he knows his way around boiled bread. Get the “poor man’s special,” which features a bagel, pastry and drink for about $8.

Le Kock offers a unique dining experience, serving bagels in the morning and burgers in the evening. It’s a perfect spot for breakfast before heading out on a long day trip. It sits at the base of the Exeter Hotel and is on the cheaper side of places to eat compared to most in Iceland.

Phil takes his wife Monica and daughter Lily to Le Kock (the rooster) for some mouthwatering sandwiches. First they enjoy an assortment of breakfast sandwiches and “The Costanza”, a pastrami bagel sandwich. Next they try a few burgers and a grilled cheese with tomato soup.

Le KocK was inspired by the mission to raise the bar of fast food in Iceland. Visit this American-style diner near Reykjavík’s harbor, and you’ll discover they’re doing a pretty awesome job. In fact, it’s now known as one of the best places for burgers in the capital.

Three cooks (kocks) with a fine dining background opened a high-quality street food restaurant. You guessed it, Le Kock is owned by the same people who own Deig (and it’s located literally next door). This is, by far, our favorite cheeseburger in Iceland.

Three fine dining-trained cooks opened a high-quality street food restaurant (known as “kocks” in Thailand). Deig and Le Kock are owned by the same persons and situated close to one other. This cheeseburger is our favorite in Iceland.

$$ I Casual Neighborhood Haunt I Burgers with a Side of Dive Bar. Imagine a diner and a dive bar had a baby—that‘s Le Kock. This place is a party with chefs constantly playing with flavor combinations.

Nice place they have gluten-free options but obviously can not guarantee cross contamination, but they do try and make an effort. Food was delicious and the staff was friendly and helpful.