Kiki Queer Bar
Kiki Queer Bar is Reykjavik's primary LGBTQ+ venue, located on Laugavegur 22. Despite its name, the bar welcomes everyone and regularly draws a mixed crowd. The space is medium-sized with a dance floor, a bar, and regular programming that includes drag shows, themed parties, and DJ nights.
What to Expect
A colorful, energetic bar that becomes a dance party as the night progresses. Drag performers work the room, the music is upbeat, and the crowd is friendly.
Inclusive, colorful, and high-energy. One of the friendliest bars in Reykjavik.
Pop, dance, disco, and drag show soundtracks
Anything goes. Express yourself.
LGBTQ+ travelers, anyone looking for a welcoming atmosphere, and fans of drag performances.
Cards accepted everywhere.
Price Range
Beer 1,500-1,800 ISK, cocktails 2,500-3,000 ISK, no cover most nights
Beer ~$11-13 USD / ~10-12 EUR, cocktails ~$18-22 USD / ~17-20 EUR
Hours
Wed-Thu 20:00-01:00, Fri-Sat 20:00-04:30
Insider Tip
Weekend drag shows start around midnight. Get there by 11:30 PM for a good view. The crowd is genuinely welcoming regardless of orientation.
Full Review
Kiki occupies a sweet spot in Reykjavik's nightlife. It's themed as a queer bar, and LGBTQ+ travelers will feel genuinely welcome, but it also draws a diverse crowd that comes for the atmosphere rather than the label. On a typical Saturday night, the mix includes local couples, tourist groups, bachelorette parties, and individuals who chose Kiki because the energy is better than the bar next door.
Drag shows are the signature event. Performances happen on a small stage area and the quality varies, but the best performers bring genuine talent and comedy. The crowd participates actively, and the energy during a good show surpasses anything else happening on Laugavegur that night.
The bar area is efficient despite the small space. Drinks are standard Reykjavik pricing. The dance floor fills after the drag shows end and DJs take over, usually around 1 AM.
Compared to Kaffibarinn's intensity or Paloma's club atmosphere, Kiki offers something warmer. People talk to each other. Strangers become friends. For solo travelers or couples looking for a social night without the pressure of a club environment, this is a strong choice.
The Neighborhood
Right on Laugavegur 22, in the heart of the bar strip. Kaffibarinn is a 2-minute walk.
Getting There
Walk to Laugavegur 22 in central Reykjavik. Look for the rainbow signage. From Hlemmur, walk west along Laugavegur for about 5 minutes.
Other Venues in Laugavegur
Kaffibarinn
Iconic Reykjavik bar partly owned by Blur's Damon Albarn. Small, packed, and loud on weekends with DJs spinning until closing.
Hurra
Live music venue and bar that hosts local and international acts. Transitions into a DJ-driven dance floor after midnight on weekends.
Paloma
Reykjavik's closest thing to a proper nightclub, located above a bar on Naustin. Multiple rooms with different music on weekend nights.
Gaukurinn
Alternative music venue known for punk, metal, and indie acts. Regular comedy nights and open mic events round out the schedule.
Pablo Discobar
Cocktail bar with a Latin American theme on Veltusund. Strong drinks, colorful decor, and a party atmosphere on weekends.