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Cafés · Laugavegur downtown
Sandholt Bakery
$$ · Moderate·Leashed only
A fourth-generation family bakery on Laugavegur known for rye bread, cardamom buns and proper espresso. Water bowls are provided outside and dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables on Iceland's main shopping street.
Why it made the list
The best bakery in Reykjavík with water bowls at the door — an effortless stop on any downtown dog walk.
Good to know before you go
Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating, with water bowls provided outside as noted in Iceland pet guides; indoor access is at staff discretion. Hours are published on the bakery's official site.
Practical notes
Get the cardamom bun before they sell out
Sit outside on the Laugavegur side for people-watching
What is available on site
Water bowls
Shaded seating
House rules and verification
The pet policy above is summarised from the venue’s own published information and cross-checked against public listings. Last checked: against the source on . Policies change without notice anyway, so confirm the current one with the venue before you travel, and keep your dog leashed anywhere that is not a signed off-leash area. Read the full disclaimer.
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Shaded seatingWater bowls
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