Reykjavík: 7-Course Teppanyaki Tasting Menu with Fire Show

Fire and food in one tight show. This Reykjavík meal is built around teppanyaki on an iron grill and an open-flame fire performance, with a 7-course tasting menu featuring fresh Icelandic ingredients. I especially like that the menu leans hard into local seafood and meats, so it feels like Iceland food using Japanese grill technique. One thing to keep in mind: the northern lights are a bonus idea nearby, not something you can count on.

The experience takes place at Flame Restaurant and Bar, in a modern glass building close to central Reykjavík sights and not far from the ocean. After your meal, you may also have a shot at seeing the northern lights from a nearby lighthouse in winter, but the show itself is the reliable part. You’ll start with a welcome sake cocktail (or a similar drink) and then watch the chef work the grill in front of you.

The whole dining slot is about 1.5 hours, and it’s designed for English speakers. The vibe is friendly and interactive, and the chef names Wilson and sous chef Kai have been called out by diners for being personable and chatty when there are only a few people in the room. Accessibility is covered too, since it’s wheelchair accessible.

Key highlights you’ll care about

• 7-course teppanyaki tasting menu with Iceland-first ingredients, served in a compact 1.5-hour slot
• Open-flame fire show at the table, with entertaining cooking tricks as the chef plates the courses
• Sake cocktail welcome drink (or a comparable alternative beverage) to start the meal
• Only teppanyaki restaurant in Iceland, so it’s a rare format for the country
• Northern lights chance from a nearby lighthouse in winter, with no guarantees
• Chef and staff interaction in English, including ingredient sourcing stories when you ask

A 7-course Reykjavík teppanyaki show in the middle of the city

Reykjavík does cold and dramatic really well. This is the opposite flavor mood: heat, flame, and quick theatrics, all centered on a proper tasting menu. The core idea is simple. You get 7 courses, and you watch the chef cook parts of the meal at a teppanyaki-style table using an iron grill and open flame.

I like that this isn’t just a show with filler food. The menu is built from Iceland classics you can actually recognize on arrival in Iceland: langoustine, arctic charr, salmon-adjacent fish choices, and lamb. You’re not stuck eating something that feels generic or purely touristy.

There’s also something practical here. In 1.5 hours, you get both dinner and entertainment. If your day is already packed with sightseeing, this is a clean way to plug in a full meal without stretching into a long night.

Where to check in: Flame Restaurant and Bar

Check-in is at Flame Restaurant and Bar in Reykjavík. Since transportation isn’t included, plan your own way there—walking or a short taxi ride are typical solutions in a city center, but the booking won’t arrange anything for you.

What helps is the location description. It’s in a modern glass building area in Reykjavík city center, and it’s only about 200 meters from Höfði house and Fosshotel Reykjavik. It’s also near the ocean. That matters because if you’re timing this around night photos, you won’t have to travel far afterward.

If you’re pairing this with other plans, treat it like an anchor event. You have a fixed duration, and the whole experience is meant to run like a show. Arriving on time keeps the pacing smooth.

The menu: Iceland-first flavors with teppanyaki technique

This tasting menu is designed to move through flavors and textures—raw-to-crisp-to-seared-to-sweet—using Iceland ingredients. You’ll see a sample menu that includes:

• Icelandic beef carpaccio
• Tempura Icelandic langoustine (lobster) with homemade lava sauce
• Premium Japanese rice
• Mixed fresh vegetables
• Icelandic arctic charr with teriyaki sauce
• Free-range Icelandic lamb with pepper sauce
• Traditional blueberry Skýr yogurt

What I like here is the mix of familiar and local. Skýr yogurt with blueberries sounds like something you’d only find in Iceland, while teriyaki and tempura cues tell you the cooking language is Japanese. The result is a bridge meal: Iceland ingredients using a style that’s fun to watch on a grill.

Also note the ingredient choices. Langoustine and arctic charr are specific, and free-range lamb is a clear nod to a local protein focus. That’s one reason people tend to walk away feeling like they ate Iceland, not just watched cooking.

A small practical note: carpaccio is typically served chilled and plated rather than cooked in front of you, so don’t expect every course to be flame-cooked. The spectacle is still there, but the menu includes dishes that are served as part of the tasting flow.

The fire show and chef energy at the teppanyaki table

The real reason people book this isn’t just the food. It’s the performance. Expect a teppanyaki-style show with open flame while the chef prepares courses. The cooking includes dramatic fire work and cooking tricks, and diners have specifically mentioned utensil spinning and entertaining flame moments.

This is also where personality matters. Multiple diners have highlighted chef Wilson for being very personal—especially when the group was small. Sous chef Kai has also been mentioned for coming out and chatting, which turns the meal from passive watching into actual conversation.

When a chef explains sourcing and answers questions, you learn faster than you would from a restaurant description. You also get a better sense of why those ingredients were chosen—especially in Iceland, where it can be less obvious what’s local versus imported.

Keep expectations realistic. This isn’t fine-dining quiet. It’s performance food. If you love food theater, you’ll get a lot out of it. If you’re looking for a calm, hushed dinner, you might find it more energetic than you planned.

Sake cocktail and the pace of a 1.5-hour meal

You start with a welcome sake cocktail, or an equivalent drink. That choice sets the tone: warm, spicy, salty, and grilled flavors paired with something smooth and boozy. Even if you don’t usually order sake, this pairing helps the meal feel intentional rather than random.

The pacing is built for 1.5 hours. That’s long enough to take in the course sequence and enjoy the show, but short enough that you’re not stuck there all evening. For most people, that’s a win in Reykjavík, because you often want time after dinner for night walks and, in season, northern lights attempts.

If you’re the type who likes to know what’s coming, you’ll appreciate that the course list is defined. You’re not guessing at what you’ll receive next. It’s a tasting menu with a clear arc.

Northern lights chance from the nearby lighthouse

Here’s the bonus idea: in winter, you can also view the northern lights from a nearby lighthouse by the sea. Since you’re already near the ocean and close to central areas, this can be a handy add-on.

But do not build your night around a guarantee. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon, so conditions can simply not cooperate. Think of it as: dinner first, lights if the sky cooperates.

If you’re planning other evening activities, keep a flexible buffer. Your best move is to treat the lighthouse view as a second plan you can attempt after you eat, not a timed commitment.

Price and value: is $120 per person worth it?

At $120 per person, this isn’t cheap. So the key question isn’t just cost—it’s what you’re buying.

Here’s what’s included:

• The full 7-course menu
• A welcome sake cocktail (or similar drink)

And what makes it feel different from a regular dinner:

• You’re eating a format that’s rare for Iceland—teppanyaki, and described as the only teppanyaki restaurant in Iceland
• You’re getting the entertainment part: the chef cooking on an iron grill with fire show theatrics
• You’re doing it in about 1.5 hours, which is efficient for a full meal plus show

For value, I’d place it in the category of: worth it if you want both dinner and a live cooking experience. If you only care about eating well and you’d rather spend less, you’ll probably find other options in Reykjavík that fit a tighter budget. But if you want a one-and-done night event that feels special without being hard to schedule, the math starts to work.

Who should book this teppanyaki tasting menu

This experience fits best if you want:

• A food-and-show evening, not a quiet meal
• Iceland-specific ingredients like langoustine, arctic charr, and free-range lamb
• A tasting menu with multiple courses in a compact timeframe
• An English-speaking host/chef experience, with real interaction at the table
• A teppanyaki format that’s unusual for Iceland

It may not be the right pick if:

• You dislike energetic cooking performances
• You expect every single course to be cooked at the flame (some items like carpaccio are typically served)
• You’re trying to keep the evening strictly low-cost

Should you book this Reykjavík teppanyaki with fire show?

Book it if you want a memorable Reykjavík night that combines Iceland ingredients with live teppanyaki cooking, plus a welcome sake drink and a full 7-course structure in just 1.5 hours. The fire show and chef interaction are the big selling points, and the menu choices make it feel genuinely Iceland-focused rather than generic.

Skip it or wait if you’re chasing northern lights as the main goal. The lights are only a nearby possibility in winter, never guaranteed. In other words: eat for the show and the food first, then hope for the sky.

FAQ

How long is the teppanyaki tasting menu experience?

The experience lasts about 1.5 hours.

What’s included in the ticket price?

Your ticket includes a 7-course menu and a welcome sake cocktail (or a similar drink).

What does the menu include?

The sample menu includes Icelandic beef carpaccio; tempura Icelandic langoustine in homemade lava sauce; premium Japanese rice; mixed fresh vegetables; Icelandic arctic charr with teriyaki sauce; free-range Icelandic lamb with pepper sauce; and traditional blueberry Skýr yogurt.

Where do I check in?

Check in with staff at the Flame Restaurant and Bar in Reykjavík.

Is a northern lights sighting guaranteed?

No. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed.

Is the experience offered in English?

Yes, the instructor and experience are in English.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is wheelchair accessible.

Is transportation included?

No. Transportation is not included.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.

If you want, tell me your travel dates and whether you’re going more for the food or the fire show—I can help you decide the best time to schedule it around your Reykjavík plans.