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Cafe Babalu

Skolavoroustigur 22a | 101 Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Iceland
354-552-2278
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Ranked #19 of 228 restaurants in Reykjavik
Cuisines: Café
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, After-hours
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Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, After-hours
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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We were sent here when C for Cookie were closing for the day. Cute and interesting little place full of lots of things to look at. I'm sure the baked delights are good - they certainly looked appetizing. The terrace will be great in the summer.

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Ottawa, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

My husband and I went to Cafe Babalu on our last night in Reykjavik to relax and read with a hot chocolate and some wine. The space was cozy and exactly what we wanted. The decor is funky and the atmosphere a friendly hang-out space. The service was very friendly, and it looked like they had lots of other things... More

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Burlington, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

I stopped here for crepes and coffee after sightseing the church on the top of the street. The place is lovely, they make excellent coffee, there are some board games, free wifi and delicous crepes. This is one of the nicest independent coffee shops I have visited. It is cosy...think backpacker-style with reasonable prices and relaxed atmosphere.

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New York NY
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

A cozy and delightful cafe, with good coffee, teas and yummy treats, for the pause that refreshes. Loved its decor's tipping one's hat to nostalgia!

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Bristol
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

Lovely little place we found on a very cold walk around Reykjavik. Great hot chocolate, very welcoming and a cosy, fun atmosphere. Wish we'd had the chance to go back!

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Brooklyn, New York
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28 reviews 28 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

We stopped here for a cup of coffee on our first day in Reykjavik. Out hotel concierge had recommended this place as his favorite place for coffee. Th coffee was outstanding (and free refills!). They also had a great assortment of pastries, and their crepes were very delicious! It is a great spot for meeting locals, chatting with friendly strangers.... More

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Denver, Colorado
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

I must say this coffee house is incredible. The gal from Australia was really fun to talk with. The staff is very accommodating for people from all around. The food was reasonably priced and great tasting! We ate and drank there a lot. Free Wifi is nice. The only issue is the steps to get upstairs as they are steep.... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Went here the first day of our trip in a crazy snowstorm, and then last couple hours of our trip before we headed out to the airport. The woman who works there (I think is the owner) works so hard and is so nice! Great atmosphere, cozy and fun. Food and coffee are great too. Loved all the games and... More

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london
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55 reviews 55 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

Walk up some stairs and you arrive in a cosy cafe serving light meals and good coffee and cake. Very clean and has an outside terrace that will be a good place to sit in decent weather but it was closed when we visited as it was raining. An eclectic mix of furnishings and decorations with a good selection of... More

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Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

Popped in for a coffee and absolutely fell in love with this quirky cafe. You must check out the loo as it's such great fun, won't tell you why as it will spoil the surprise (nice one, nothing nasty/embarrassing!!). Definitely worth a visit.

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