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FIKA Café

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Eat New Nordic.

FIKA Café is ASI’s Nordic-inspired café in the American Swedish Institute. With the historic Turnblad Mansion in full view, guests dining at FIKA Café can choose from a seasonal menu dedicated to regional ingredients and New Nordic cuisine.

In warm weather, dine outdoors on one of the best patios in the Twin Cities and take in the Turnblad Mansion’s courtyard gardens.

Walk-ins are welcome for all groups. FIKA Cafe does not take reservations. Indoor and outdoor tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Stop by the host stand on arrival.

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FIKA Hours:

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10 am—4 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am—4 pm
  • Thursday 10 am—8 pm
  • Friday 10 am—4 pm
  • Saturday 10 am—4 pm
  • Sunday 10 am—4 pm

FIKA Café will begin lunch service at 10 am-3 pm for the holiday season. 

Enjoy All Day Happy Hour from 10 am – 8 pm on Thursdays! $2 off beer and cocktails + half-priced bottles of wine.

The Museum, FIKA Café, and Museum Store are closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

  • Julbord Holiday Dinners

    Dec 20 and 21

    Join ASI for a Swedish julbord, or Christmas smorgasbord, to celebrate the holiday season with friends, family, and live music.

  • FIKA Holiday Bake Sale

    Bring holiday joy to your family with seven different kinds of delicious Christmas cookies and breads from FIKA Café.
A white plate with farro, artichoke hearts, and toasted almond slices on a bed of creamy yogurt. Drizzled with olive oil and garnished with fresh herbs.
A gourmet open sandwich featuring a piece of salmon, beet puree, greens, and pickled red cabbage on dark bread. Its served on a white plate atop a gray slate surface, garnished with chopped chives.
A white plate holds two pieces of toasted bread topped with creamy salad, half a boiled egg, red onion slices, and garnishes of capers and dill. A lemon wedge and fresh greens are placed alongside for decoration.
A white plate on a slate surface holds white asparagus, small artichoke hearts, and pea shoots drizzled with olive oil. The dish is artfully arranged with vibrant green accents against the pale asparagus.
A slate serving board with two white bowls. One bowl contains ice cream topped with caramelized banana slices. The other bowl holds a dessert with whipped cream and colorful sprinkles on a sponge cake base.
A plate of Swedish meatballs placed on mashed potatoes, garnished with green chives and sliced cucumbers. Accompanied by a serving of lingonberry sauce and a dollop of mustard sauce, drizzled with olive oil.
A slice of quiche with a golden-brown crust is served on a rectangular white plate, accompanied by a small portion of fresh green frisée salad on the side. The quiche appears to have visible layers and ingredients.
A white plate with a fresh salad featuring thinly sliced apples, cucumbers, and red vegetables. Garnished with watercress and sprinkled with sunflower seeds, all arranged artistically on the plate.
A white plate with three golden-brown patties on a red sauce, garnished with fresh greens and seeds. Two red cloth napkins are rolled and placed beside the plate on a white surface.

“More than a museum café”

New York Times

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Star Tribune

“Best lunch”

Star Tribune
Slices of dark bread are neatly arranged in a woven basket on a wooden surface. A sprig of parsley is placed beside the basket for garnish. The background is softly blurred.

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