"Best lunch in Minnesota" - The Star Tribune
FIKA at the American Swedish Institute is an award-winning café focused on Nordic-inspired cuisine, created with regional ingredients by talented Executive Chef Blake Meier and his team.
The Swedish tradition of fika is both a daily break and a national institution, usually involving coffee, pastries and social conversation.
Hours
Lunch is served Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The counter is open with a limited menu during non-serving hours. On Wednesdays, the full menu and table service is availble until 8 p.m.
| Tuesday, Thursday & Friday |
8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. [11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Full menu available for lunch; 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., serving counter beverages and snacks.] |
| Wednesday | 8:30 a.m.– 8 p.m. [11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Full menu available] |
| Saturday* | 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. [11 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Kitchen open for lunch; 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. serving counter beverages and snacks.] |
| Sunday* | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. [11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Full menu available] |
| Monday | Closed |
Note: Normal hours and the menu change during ASI festival days, such as Midsommar and Julmarknad.
Reservations
FIKA does not take call-ahead reservations. Please check in with the host to be seated or added to the list. We offer on-site, text message paging to allow you time to explore the Mansion or shop at the Museum Store.
Great for Meetings and After Work Wednesdays
The American Swedish Institute is a great spot for morning meetings and lunch escapes. FIKA is open until 8 p.m. every Wednesday, serving the full menu until closing. We have special drink prices for happy hour (or "After Work" as they say in Sweden). A finely curated selection of crafted cocktails, beer, wine and house-made aquavit is available.
More Information
FIKA's Menu
A Taste of FIKA
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The New Nordic Gravlax -
FIKA's Famous Swedish Meatballs -
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Braised Rabbit -
Pastry case at FIKA -
FIKA's Bloody Swede - Named 2017 Best Bloody Mary by City Pages -
Cocktails at FIKA -
Dining in the outdoor courtyard
Media Attention
"Best Lunch In Minnesota" - Star Tribune
"Minnesota Museum Cafe sets National Standard" - Post and Courier
"A patio straight out of your fairy tale European castle vacation dreams...plus, the best gravlax in town and great cocktails." - Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine
"Minnesota Museum Cafe sets National Standard" - Post and Courrier
"Fat Tuesday Nordic-Style Means Big, Sweet Buns" - National Public Radio
"Where to Eat Great Meatballs Coast to Coast" - Food Network
"9 Standout Meatballs Across the Country" - Serious Eats
"The Iconic Dishes of the Twin Cities" - Eater
"Underrated Summer Patios in the Twin Cities" - Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine
"Oh, how Swede it is" - Star Tribune's Rick Nelson
Pre-Order Pastries
Pre-order FIKA's famous, traditional Swedish pastries, including seasonal specials like cardamom rolls and cream semloa buns. Just call 612-524-5108. We ask for a 24-hour notice, a minimum quantity of six and payment when you place the order. Pick your order up at the counter.