FIKA at the American Swedish Institute

FIKA at the American Swedish Institute Award-winning café at the American Swedish Institute focused on New Nordic Cuisine.
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FIKA is the American Swedish Institute's award-winning New Nordic inspired cafe. We were named "Best Lunch in Minnesota" by the Star Tribune, and our outdoor courtyard is one of the hidden gems of the Twin Cities' dining scene. In Sweden, "fika" is a daily break, traditionally involving coffee and treats. But fika is about much more than caffeine and carbohydrates - it's a Swedish social instituti

on, where friends sit down and chat about life and current events. From espresso and pastries to farm-fresh salads and open-face sandwiches, FIKA features traditional Swedish delicacies alongside modern interpretations of the New Nordic Cuisine. With the Turnblad Mansion in full view, guests dining at FIKA can choose from an ever changing seasonal menu dedicated to our regional ingredients and Nordic traditions.

It’s perfect weather for patio season! Dine outdoors on one of the best patios in the Twin Cities and take in the Turnbl...
08/06/2026

It’s perfect weather for patio season! Dine outdoors on one of the best patios in the Twin Cities and take in the Turnblad Mansion’s courtyard gardens. On Thursdays, enjoy all-day happy hour from 10 am to 8 pm! $2 off beer and cocktails + half-priced bottles of wine.

This dessert has remained on FIKA Café’s menu for years, and for good reason. Our Cardamom Bread Pudding is made with ho...
07/23/2026

This dessert has remained on FIKA Café’s menu for years, and for good reason. Our Cardamom Bread Pudding is made with house-made brioche, a lot of cardamom, drizzled with caramel, and topped with whipped cream.

Curried pickled herring is a popular Swedish dish, so why not throw it on toast for the summer? Curry-pickled herring wi...
07/16/2026

Curried pickled herring is a popular Swedish dish, so why not throw it on toast for the summer? Curry-pickled herring with a hard-boiled egg, red onion, and crème fraîche, all served on homemade, toasted limpa bread.

Our kroppkakor, beef and pork potato dumplings, have a refreshed, lighter version for these warm days, topped with water...
07/09/2026

Our kroppkakor, beef and pork potato dumplings, have a refreshed, lighter version for these warm days, topped with watercress, crème fraîche, wild mushrooms, and brown butter lingonberry sauce.

Join us for tomorrow all-day happy hour: 10 am to 8 pm! $2 off beer and cocktails + half-priced bottles of wine.

Midsommar fun continues with the quintessential Swedish summer dessert, strawberry cake, now on the FIKA Café menu. The ...
07/02/2026

Midsommar fun continues with the quintessential Swedish summer dessert, strawberry cake, now on the FIKA Café menu. The iconic Midsommartårta features vanilla sponge cake, macerated strawberries and coulis, and whipped cream.

Salmon has always remained a staple dish on FIKA Cafe’s menu that changes with the seasons. This summer version features...
06/10/2026

Salmon has always remained a staple dish on FIKA Cafe’s menu that changes with the seasons. This summer version features a pan-seared salmon filet on toasted house-made Danish rye with ricotta, bacon jam, beet purée, watercress, and chives. Bacon forward and delicious.

P.S. Happy hour is now all day on Thursdays! Stop in tomorrow afternoon and enjoy $2 off beer and cocktails and half-priced bottles of wine in one of the best patios in Minneapolis.

Discover our latest dessert: rhubarb cake, blending sweet and tart flavors! It's topped with cardamom cream, rhubarb rib...
06/03/2026

Discover our latest dessert: rhubarb cake, blending sweet and tart flavors! It's topped with cardamom cream, rhubarb ribbons, and finished with a strawberry and elderflower sauce.

Our summer golden beet salad is made with roasted beets, pickled rhubarb, house-made citrus skyr (first time skyr is on ...
05/28/2026

Our summer golden beet salad is made with roasted beets, pickled rhubarb, house-made citrus skyr (first time skyr is on FIKA Café’s menu!), frisée, pumpkin seed crunch, in a light white balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Make a day at the museum and explore the Turnblad Mansion before a delicious meal!

There’s a new smörgås added to the menu! Tarragon chicken salad topped with mustard seeds and celery ribbons, served on ...
05/20/2026

There’s a new smörgås added to the menu! Tarragon chicken salad topped with mustard seeds and celery ribbons, served on toasted, buttered homemade brioche. Quickly becoming a fan favorite, you can even purchase the chicken salad by the container.

BIG NEWS! FIKA Café’s Swedish meatballs are now served with a rich brown gravy. Since opening in 2012, our famous meatba...
05/13/2026

BIG NEWS! FIKA Café’s Swedish meatballs are now served with a rich brown gravy. Since opening in 2012, our famous meatballs have been paired with creamy mustard sauce, and now, gravy fans can finally rejoice.

Still loyal to the classic sauce? No worries, just ask your server for the creamy mustard sauce instead.

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2600 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
55407

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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