Gamli Baukur
Gamli Baukur in Husavik, Iceland
Gamli Baukur is one of HúsavÃk’s most popular restaurants. The restaurant was established in 1998 and serves fresh seafood from HúsavÃk. There is also a selection of meat dishes and hors-d’oeuvre.
The name of the restaurant comes from an old house, built in 1843 as a residence for Vigfús Schulsen, the district magisstrate in HúsavÃk. Old Gamli Baukur served as a restaurant from 1884 to 1904 and again as a private residence until 1960 when it burnt down in a fire. The rebuilt Gamli Baukur, built in 1997, is located just opposite HúsavÃk harbour. While dineing at Gamli Baukur, you are likely to catch a glimpse of the local fishermen bringing in the catch of the day.