Kvika Bistro

Experience Iceland like never before

Nestled within the heart of Mývatn’s beautiful geothermal landscape, Kvika Bistro at Earth Lagoon is built on a simple and timeless philosophy: high-quality local ingredients, treated with respect, and served in a place that feels connected to nature. We focus on environmental responsibility, low-waste practices, and supporting the health and wellbeing of our guests and the local community.

The Menu

Our menu highlights the bounty of the North — fresh fish from nearby waters, vegetables grown in geothermal greenhouses, wild berries and Arctic herbs, delicious dairy from small independent farms, and sustainably raised, free-roaming Icelandic lamb.

Local ingredients & global flavours

Our approach is straightforward: to uplift and enhance our beautiful Icelandic ingredients with a subtle infusion of global flavours, inspired by the intrepid explorers who first made this wild land their home. While we use a few international techniques to let our dishes shine, the heart of the menu stays close to Icelandic traditions and the landscape that inspires us.

Quick Bites café

We also recognise that many travellers want to experience the region at their own pace. For guests short on time — or simply looking for something easy to enjoy between adventures — Kvika Bistro offers a Quick Bites café section. Here you’ll find wholesome, homemade soups, freshly prepared sandwiches and salads, and a range of drinks and snacks to satisfy all tastes. It’s ideal for groups, busy explorers, and ring road travellers who are keen to keep moving and refuel while on the go.

The ethos of Kvika Bistro mirrors that of Earth Lagoon itself: to provide a calm, welcoming space where guests can slow down, unwind, and nourish both body and soul while taking in the beauty of one of Iceland’s most unique regions. Everything we serve is made with intention, rooted in local flavours, and influenced by the natural wonder that surrounds us.