Michelin chef Gunnar Karl Gíslason, together with Ari and Hafsteinn, is taking over the old prison yard at Hegningarhúsið in central Reykjavík, according to a report by mbl.is.
The historic building, situated on Skólavörðustígur, has been undergoing significant restoration by the heritage authority Minjavernd in recent years. Hegningarhúsið was the oldest prison in Iceland, ceasing operations in 2016. It was originally constructed in 1872 based on the designs of G. Ch. W. Klentz.
A stylish restaurant pavilion has been built in the old prison yard and is currently being furnished. Details about the restaurant’s opening date or its concept have not yet been provided. It is not yet known whether the new project will be linked to Gíslason’s other ventures.
Sources
- mbl.is (first reported) in Icelandic
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