Top Rated Nachtleven in Reykjavik

Bar 11 is an easy-going bar, where people certainly enjoy their drinks and have a good time. Mind your alcohol intake; the narrow and steep steps separating the different levels are a built-in inebriation test. The drinks are reasonably priced, the fellow bar-hoppers are friendly, and the jukebox music is upbeat and varied. Live performances enhance the mix on the long local Thursday-Saturday weekend.

Ponder over the mysteries of life or just some good old fashioned fun with a pal at this cozy cafe. If you are between the ages of 18 and 25, you will never be out of place here. Between the hip crowd, the delicious snacks and the affordable coffee, this place pretty much takes care of your needs. By night, the cafe morphs into a lively bar and club with great music and plenty of beer. You can also order sushi from the Sushibarinn upstairs and enjoy these delectable bites as you sit-back, relax and enjoy an evening in the company of friends.

After more than 60 years in the business, Prikið is still going strong, attracting a clientele that is as eclectic as its entertainment offer. Diner by day, bar by night, this local coffee shop is ideally situated at the very beginning of Laugavegur, known as the heart of the city's shopping, dining and entertainment district. During the day, enjoy a cup of coffee and typical diner-style food at Prikið, or stop by after work and indulge in a drink or two with friends. Happy hours are from 5p to 7p on weekdays, so bring your friends along and unwind at Prikið after a long day. The night brings with it new forms of entertainment, with every thing from film screenings and markets, to live band performances and DJs featured at Prikið throughout the year. The party goes on into the wee hours of the morning, with plenty of dancing, drinks and good old fashioned revelry. If you're still out when night once more turns to day, stop by Prikið for a serving of their famous "hangover killer" breakfast special before heading home.

Enjoy a night on the town, Danish-style at Den Danske Kro. This lively and laid-back bar is the perfect addition to the city's downtown scene, with a warm and cozy ambiance that is redolent of the kind of pubs you might encounter in Denmark. Danish flags and other memorabilia adorn the walls, while the menu offers a good selection of brews, including the hard-to-find Danish white beers. Live music is featured every night after 10p, alongside a weekly roster of quiz nights, beer bingo and darts tournaments. Happy hours are from 4p to 7p daily, attracting a large and lively after work crowd. Stop by Den Danske Kro for a fun-filled night with friends.

Whether you're a beer enthusiast or not, you will definitely enjoy your time spent at Mikkeller & Friends. Pioneers in craft beer, here is where you will most certainly find one that suits taste and perhaps even come to like a few more. Setting the first impression is the funky decor of the bar, which features a number of child-like artwork, from vivid window paintings to life-size drawings of clowns, which showcase its theme of fun. Featuring 20 different beers on tap and few other wines and spirits, this bar keeps the excitement going until it's time to close. Customers can also sample a few of the experimental brews, before purchasing a bottle of their choice.

Cafe Solo enjoys an ambiguous identity that comes from being a lot many things at once. From a decent cafe-bar and bistro during the weekdays to a throbbing discotheque at weekends, the place lets you have an insight into 'the good life' of Reykjavik. To add to it, its off-the-street location makes it a great stop for a cup of coffee or a mug of chilled beer with some light fare. Do not hesitate to drop in even if you're in a large group: the special group menu offered at Solon will take care of that!