Pablo Discobar
Pablo Discobar brings Latin American cocktail culture to a Reykjavik side street at Veltusund 1, a narrow alley near the harbor. The decor goes full tropical: colorful murals, neon signs, and a jungle of plastic plants covering the ceiling. The cocktail menu focuses on rum-based drinks, tequila, and Latin-inspired creations. On weekends, DJs play Latin, funk, and disco while the compact space fills with people who came for drinks and stayed to dance.
What to Expect
Walk into what feels like a Caribbean beach bar transplanted to the North Atlantic. Colorful everything, strong rum drinks, and a DJ pushing Latin beats by 11 PM.
Tropical, loud, and fun. The antithesis of a Nordic minimalist bar.
Latin, reggaeton, funk, disco, and tropical house
Casual and colorful.
People who want strong cocktails and a party atmosphere without the club cover charge.
Cards accepted.
Price Range
Cocktails 2,800-3,500 ISK, beer 1,600-1,900 ISK, shots 1,500-2,000 ISK
Cocktails ~$21-26 USD / ~19-24 EUR, beer ~$12-14 USD / ~11-13 EUR
Hours
Thu 17:00-01:00, Fri-Sat 17:00-04:30
Insider Tip
Happy hour runs from 5 PM to 8 PM with discounted cocktails. The back of the bar has a slightly quieter area if you want to talk. Their frozen margaritas are strong.
Full Review
Pablo Discobar is a mood more than a bar. The interior commits fully to its Latin theme with a maximalist approach that works because it's done with humor and confidence. Every surface has color, every corner has a plant, and the bartenders make drinks with enough flair to match the decor.
The cocktail program is the strongest draw. Rum-heavy creations, proper margaritas, and a few tequila-based originals give it a menu that stands out from Reykjavik's beer-and-basic-cocktail norm. Happy hour pricing brings cocktails down to something approaching reasonable.
As the night progresses, the music shifts from background Latin jazz to dancefloor reggaeton and disco. The bar's small size means the transition from drinking to dancing happens naturally as bodies press closer together. By midnight on Saturdays, the line outside signals that capacity has been reached.
This place works best as part of a longer night. Start here for cocktails and energy, then migrate to Paloma or Kaffibarinn when the crowd maxes out.
The Neighborhood
Veltusund 1, a narrow side street near the harbor. Paloma and Hurra are a short walk away.
Getting There
Find Veltusund, a narrow alley near the harbor end of downtown. About a 5-minute walk from the main Laugavegur strip.
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.
Kiki Queer Bar
Reykjavik's main LGBTQ+ bar on Laugavegur. Welcoming to everyone, with drag shows and themed nights drawing a mixed crowd.
Gaukurinn
Alternative music venue known for punk, metal, and indie acts. Regular comedy nights and open mic events round out the schedule.