: fish, meat and sushi in Akureyri
Opening hours
Lunch: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 14:00
Dinner: Sunday to Thursday 17:00 to 22:00
Dinner: Friday and Saturday 17:00 to 23:00
Fish, meat and sushi.
At Rub 23, seafood, meat and sushi meet in a kitchen built on eleven house spice blends. You choose the protein, we rub it in the blend.
The menu
Sushi, fish and meat, from the evening menu.
- Sushi plate - 14 pcs8.290 krSelection of maki, nigiri and sushi pizza
- Robata grilled salmon 220g.8.190 krRobata grilled salmon with sweet chili-soya and herbs
- Black Angus Ribeye 300gr11.990 krHigh-quality, 180-day corn-fed Black Angus ribeye from Creekstone Farms in Kansas. Rich in flavour and beautifully marbled. We recommend letting the chef choose the cooking.
Our spice blends.
We do not cook from recipes. We go by feel, the way the best kitchens always have.
01
Magic pepper
Five kinds of pepper, paprika, coriander seed and a secret Japanese blend.
02
Caribbean creole
Three kinds of chilli, paprika, garlic, herbs and the house spice blend.
03
Moroccan arabic
Cardamom, fennel, fenugreek and more from the travel bag.
04
Asian fusion
Chilli, ginger, star anise, lime leaf and our five-spice blend.
05
Indian
Garam masala, ginger, curry, curry leaf, coriander, clove, pan masala, lime leaf and more.
06
Roasted garlic coriander
Coriander seed, lemon, fresh coriander and roasted garlic.
07
Citrus rósmarín
Fresh rosemary, lime, lemon zest and oil.
08
Texas bbq
House barbecue sauce with smoked oak.
09
Garden herb
A heap of fresh market herbs, garlic and lime.
10
Sweet mango
Our mango jam, papaya and sweet chilli sauce, blended in another world.
11
Soya lemon
House Rub 23 soy sauce, lime juice and oil.
Questions and answers
How do I book a table at Rub 23?
Book online through DineOut or call 462 2223. For groups and events, email [email protected].
Is Rub 23 open for lunch?
Yes. Rub 23 serves lunch Monday to Friday from 11:30 to 14:00, and dinner every evening from 17:00, until 22:00 Sunday to Thursday and until 23:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Can I get Rub 23 sushi to take away?
Yes. All Rub 23 takeaway is served from Rub 23 Takeaway at Krónan, Tryggvabraut, daily 8 to 21 (the same hours as Krónan), and ordered online. Gift cards cannot be used there.
What is omakase at Rub 23?
Omakase is a meal to share: 6 or 10 selected courses, served for the table to enjoy together, so it is only served for the whole table. The price per person is on the evening menu.
Do you take groups?
Yes. Rub 23 seats groups of up to 50. Group menus apply from 20 guests.
Are there gluten-free or vegan dishes?
Yes, there are several vegan dishes on the menu, including the Crispy Tofu uramaki, the cauliflower steak and the Vegan Wellington. For gluten-free options and allergens, ask your server or call 462 2223.
What guests say.
- 4.4601 reviews
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Very cool place. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The food was great. Had the Arctic Char with their "magic pepper" rub and it was fantastic. Definitely a unique menu and worth a visit. Was busy when we showed up and we were fortunate they made room for us without a reservation on a Sunday night. Probably a good idea to book a table ahead.
What a beautifully decorated and cozy restaurant. Rub23 surprises with its lovely interior and offers top-notch sushi and seafood. The menu is incredible, the food is unforgettable, and the staff is one-of-a-kind. A big thank you @Camela for the perfect and friendly service. We highly recommend this place and would love to come back!
We ordered the 6 course Omakase menu with drink pairings. So worth it. The service was incredible, with detailed explanations of each course and pairing. 10/10 recommend!
Outstanding sushi and seafood. The menu offers something different from the typical Icelandic restaurant while still using incredibly fresh local ingredients. Every dish was beautifully presented, and the service was exceptional.
Such an awesome sushi experience- definitely unique and a nice change from traditional Icelandic food. We had the platter of their best sushi selection, and it was definitely enough food for 2 people. They could easily accommodate a shellfish allergy, and it offered an awesome variety of raw tuna and salmon rolls, torched rolls, and a fun sushi pizza made with tempura. Super friendly staff. Highly recommend if you’re looking for some diversity!
Book your table.
All Rub 23 takeaway is served at Krónan, Tryggvabraut, daily 8 to 21. Gift cards cannot be used there.