Reykjavik

Best Live Music Bars in Reykjavik

Reykjavik produced Sigur Rós, Of Monsters and Men, Björk, GusGus — the city's live music scene punches massively above its size. Húrra, Mengi, and Café Rosenberg are the most respected venues.

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    Hurra

    Oðinsgata · $$

    Tryggvagata basement live music venue. Indie, electronica, jazz four nights a week.

  2. 02

    Mengi

    Klapparstigur · $$

    Experimental music venue with intimate concerts. Reykjavik's avant-garde music capital.

  3. 03

    Café Rosenberg

    Hverfisgata · $$

    Heritage live jazz venue. Two sets a night, world-class touring jazz musicians.

  4. 04

    Lemmy

    Skulagata · $$

    Motorhead-themed rock bar with live rock and metal acts.

  5. 05

    Kex Hostel Bar

    Laugavegur · $$

    Hostel bar with live music three nights a week.

  6. 06

    Lebowski Bar

    Tryggvagata · $$

    Coen Brothers-themed bar with regular live music. White Russians.

  7. 07

    Húrra Reykjavik

    Hverfisgata · $$

    Indie music basement bar with late dance floor.

  8. 08

    Bíó Paradís

    $$

    Indie cinema with bar and weekly live music programme.

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    Last reviewed April 30, 2026 by the barsforKings editorial team

Experimental music venue with intimate concerts. Reykjavik's avant-garde music capital.

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