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The black wooden exterior of Beituskúrinn Bait Shack restaurant by the water in Neskaupstaður, recommended by Handpicked Iceland.

Cozy rustic wooden interior with bright blue chairs at The Bait Shack bar.

Exterior view of The Bait Shack waterfront restaurant on a pier with a green boat floating nearby.

A person holding a freshly baked pizza topped with cream cheese on a wooden board at The Bait Shack (Beituskúrinn) in East Iceland.

Crispy french fries and saucy chicken bites served outdoors at Beituskúrinn.

Garlic shrimp served in a hot cast-iron skillet with lime and bread at The Bait Shack.

A juicy burger and french fries in a paper tray on an outdoor wooden picnic table.

The Bait Shack

Neskaupstaður, Iceland

East Iceland

Eat & Drink

Dinner

Bar

Outdoor seating

How about enjoying a memorable seafood feast or a drink on a pier overlooking the mountains and sea? This friendly little bistro in a former bait shack by the harbor serves local seafood with a street-food twist and also hosts events and live music, making it very popular with locals and travellers alike during the summer months. Insider tip: Try the fish & chips!

by Gigi

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+354-477 1950

Address Egilsbraut 26

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