Reykjavik Teppanyaki 7 Course Menu and Fire Show with Cocktail

Teppanyaki meets Icelandic flavors tonight. This Reykjavik dinner pairs a 7 course teppanyaki menu with Icelandic ingredients, then adds a live fire cooking show while you sip a Flame sake cocktail. I like the way Japanese grill technique meets local seafood and lamb, and I also like how the chef turns dinner into an interactive, close-up performance. One consideration: a few diners found the fire show more low-key than the title suggests, so go in expecting cooking theatrics, not constant fireworks.

At Flame Restaurant and Bar in central Reykjavik, you start at Katrínartún 4 and end back there about 1 hour 30 minutes later. This is served in English, in a small group capped at 30 people, so it can feel lively or, at times, very quiet depending on who else books the same seating. And yes, the menu is substantial, so bring a hearty appetite.

Key Things I’d Focus On Before You Go

• Icelandic ingredients in a classic teppanyaki format, from lamb to salmon to skyr
• A chef-led fire moment you can watch up close while you eat
• A welcome Flame sake cocktail included with dinner (18+ only)
• Seven courses that can leave you really full, plan your timing with that in mind
• Small group dining that can feel like a private dinner if the room is sparse

Where Flame Is, and Why the Location Matters

Flame Restaurant and Bar is at Katrínartún 4 in Reykjavík. The activity meets there and returns you to the same spot at the end, which makes logistics easier if you are already in town. The venue is also described as near public transportation, so you should not feel stuck if you are not in a car.

Why I think that matters: Reykjavík can be compact, but evenings can still feel hectic if you are hopping between venues. This experience is built around one focused sitting, so you can treat it as your main dinner plan and not add extra moving parts.

The 1 Hour 30 Minute Rhythm of the Night

This is a straightforward dinner format, not a multi-stop tour. From the moment you check in, the pacing is designed to get you through a full seven course teppanyaki meal and the live fire cooking moment within about 90 minutes.

Most nights will feel like: drink and settle in, then the chef works through courses at the iron grill while the action stays right in front of you. One review pointed out service can vary when the restaurant is very busy or very empty. If you want a more drawn-out show with lots of in-between banter, you might prefer a night where the room is fuller, not a quiet one.

Also, since the setting is a teppanyaki grill, you are close enough to smell and see everything cooking. That is great for photos and video, but it also means you will feel heat when the fire moment happens.

What You Actually Eat: A 7 Course Menu With Real Icelandic Anchors

The menu is the star. It is a fusion dinner where Icelandic ingredients show up inside a Japanese teppanyaki style, then it closes with Icelandic dairy.

Here is the sample course lineup:

1) Icelandic beef carpaccio

2) Deep fried tempura langoustine in homemade lava sauce

3) Teppanyaki premium Japanese rice

4) Teppanyaki mixed fresh vegetable

5) Icelandic salmon with teriyaki sauce

6) Icelandic free range lamb with pepper sauce

7) Traditional Icelandic skyr with blueberry

What I like about this set of choices is the arc. You get something cold and delicate first (carpaccio), then a seafood hit (langoustine), then a carb and veg section that helps you reset before the bigger flavors of salmon and lamb. The skyr dessert is a very Iceland move, and it gives you a creamy finish that feels local instead of generic.

When Course Counts Feel Different

Here is the honest bit: at least one review said the meal felt like four courses instead of seven. Another review said everything came out quickly, in under an hour, especially when the dining room was empty. That does not mean your ticket is supposed to be wrong. It does mean you should treat the course count as the intended menu, not a guaranteed theatrical pace.

If you care most about the show aspect, pick a night when other people will likely be there with you. If you care most about eating the full menu, come ready for a full meal rather than expecting the longest possible performance.

The Teppanyaki Grill Experience, and Why the Chef’s Energy Matters

This is teppanyaki cooking, meaning your dinner is made at an iron grill, with the chef doing the prep and showmanship right in front of you. The supplied highlights emphasize the chef working with fire, and the reviews back up that the chef is often a key part of why people enjoyed the night.

One recurring name in the feedback is chef Wilson. People described him as charming and entertaining, and others said his skills were strong and his cooking was fun to watch. A couple of reviews also mention the staff being attentive and friendly, which matters here because the pace of a grill dinner can feel either smooth or rushed depending on how the team manages the table.

The Part That Divides Opinions: The Fire Show

The experience is marketed as a fire show, and you should expect some dramatic heat moments. The reality is that “fire show” can mean different things to different people. Some diners described the flame moments as spectacular, especially when sitting close where it feels warm. Others felt the fire was underwhelming, saying it was more like lighting oil while cooking, or that it did not match the kind of fire theatrics they associate with hibachi-style shows.

My practical take: treat it like a teppanyaki dinner with fire-assisted cooking rather than a nonstop stage show. If you love Japanese-steakhouse style theatrics, you are likely to enjoy it. If you want fireworks-level performance, go in with softer expectations and focus on the cooking and food.

Also, you should be aware you may get more of the entertainment vibe from a chef who plays to the room, while a quieter dining room can mean less back-and-forth. One review even mentioned the show felt better with more people there.

Drinks: The Included Flame Welcome Sake Cocktail

The only drink explicitly included is one glass of a Flame welcome sake cocktail (or similar). The experience includes alcoholic beverages with an age rule: 18+ only.

That matters because it sets your baseline for value. You are not just buying food and a show. You are also getting a cocktail component built into the ticket price. If you plan to drink more than that one glass, just know additional alcohol is not included.

A couple of reviews also mentioned choices like passion fruit sake. So if you are someone who likes flavored sake cocktails, that included drink is a nice perk.

The Menu’s Flavor Map: Where It Hits Best

This meal mixes familiar and unusual. You get flavors that most people can recognize, like teriyaki and pepper sauce, but you also get Icelandic ingredients that are not always on the menu back home.

Here are the most likely crowd-pleasers from the lineup:

• Langoustine with lava sauce: tempura plus a bold, house-style sauce tends to be the kind of course people remember.
• Salmon with teriyaki: a safe, satisfying bridge between Icelandic seafood and Japanese seasoning.
• Lamb with pepper sauce: a hearty, warming dish that suits Reykjavík weather if you are eating late.
• Skyr with blueberry: a lighter ending, and very Icelandic.

Also, one review said the chef’s knife skills and technique were impressive, which is part of the joy even when you are not trying every experimental flavor.

Who This Is Best For (And Who Might Want to Skip)

This experience is built for people who enjoy interactive dining where the chef cooks at your table. It is also a good fit if you want one evening that feels international, but still anchored in Icelandic ingredients.

You are likely to enjoy it if:

• you like teppanyaki or Japanese-steakhouse style dinners
• you want a meal that is more than just food, with some showmanship
• you enjoy seafood and are okay with a full, multi-course format
• you want a convenient, prebooked dinner in central Reykjavík

You might want to consider skipping or mentally reframe if:

• you expect the fire performance to be huge and constant, rather than tied to cooking
• you are extremely sensitive to pace and want a slow, course-by-course dining tempo
• you are the type who thinks hibachi should include a dramatic routine every time

And if you are celebrating something, this can be a fun birthday treat. At least one review specifically called it out for a birthday dinner.

Price and Value: Is $110 Worth It?

At $110.00 per person, you are paying for:

• a seven course teppanyaki meal
• a live chef cooking show, including a fire cooking moment
• one included alcoholic welcome cocktail

Iceland is famously expensive, and one review response pointed out that pricing like this is common for the country. Still, value comes down to what you personally care about. If you want a full meal plus entertainment plus one drink, this price can feel reasonable.

Where the value question gets tricky is expectations. If you go in hoping for a big theatrical fire show and you experience something more subtle, it can feel overpriced. If you go in for the food and like watching skilled grill cooking up close, it is easier to call it money well spent.

A smart move: pick a dinner time where you will be hungry, not stuffed by an earlier snack. The menu is filling, and more than one review emphasized that point.

Practical Tips So Your Night Goes Smooth

Here are the small, practical things that can make a big difference with grill dinners like this:

• Come hungry. This is a multi-course meal. You will likely feel it by the second or third hot course.
• Plan your photos, but stay flexible. The fire moment is real enough to capture, but the exact intensity can vary by night and crowd.
• Be ready for close heat. Some seats feel warm during the flame cooking, and that is part of the teppanyaki experience.
• If you want more show energy, choose a busier night. When the room is empty, the pacing can feel different.

Should You Book Reykjavik Teppanyaki With a Fire Show at Flame?

If you want an evening that mixes Icelandic ingredients with an international teppanyaki cooking setup, I think it is a solid booking. The menu is strong on local anchors like salmon, lamb, and skyr, and the chef interaction is a frequent reason people give high ratings.

But be honest with yourself about what you want most. If your main goal is a dramatic, constant fire routine, this may disappoint. If your main goal is a flavorful multi-course dinner with chef-driven cooking right in front of you, and you are happy with a welcome sake cocktail as part of the deal, it can be a great Reykjavík night.

FAQ

How long is the Flame Reykjavik teppanyaki dinner?

The experience runs for about 1 hour 30 minutes.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Katrínartún 4, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland.

What is included in the price?

Dinner is included, along with one alcoholic beverage, a welcome Flame sake cocktail (or similar), plus a live fire cooking show.

What meals are part of the 7 course menu?

The sample menu includes Icelandic beef carpaccio, deep fried tempura langoustine in homemade lava sauce, Japanese rice, mixed fresh vegetables, Icelandic salmon with teriyaki sauce, Icelandic free range lamb with pepper sauce, and skýr with blueberry.

Is the fire show part of the experience?

Yes. The live cooking includes fire, prepared by an expert chef.

What drink is included with the dinner?

You get one glass of a Flame welcome sake cocktail (or similar). Alcohol is 18+ only.

Is transportation provided to the venue?

No. Transportation to and from the venue is not included.

Is this activity in English?

Yes, it is offered in English.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, it is not refunded.