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Scandinavian Restaurant$$$$
Sister Bay
"Come see goats on grass roof & best Swedish pancakes ever!"(21 Tips)
"Swedish meatballs are a must!"(8 Tips)
"Swedish breakfast with goats on the grass roof."(2 Tips)
"Swedish breakfast (pancakes, meatballs, and eggs) is..."(2 Tips)
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Keith McClellanMay 8, 2017You can't go to Door County without visiting Al Johnson's. The meatballs were better seasoned and more dense than in times past. Swedish pancakes are delicious!
Heidi SchultSeptember 8, 2013We got the best seat in the house. Right in the corner so my husband could people watch. Love the uniforms the waitresses have to wear. Makes it very authentic. :)Upvoted Aug 29
Amy RobertsonMay 26, 2019With as touristy as it is, you’d expect mediocre food, but it really is tasty. Swedish pancakes and pickled herring are great. Sewing meatballs are just okay. Lingonberry lemonade is a must try
Linda HorbeckAugust 1, 2016Love it! Friendly bartenders drink prices reasonable and love being outside! They have different games to play also!
- Stacy Bo BacySeptember 7, 2023Swedish breakfast with goats on the grass roof. Sadly didn’t eat here as it had a 3-hour wait, but thoroughly enjoyed the butik (boutique) next door.
- Richard NelsonAugust 18, 2014Swedish breakfast (pancakes, meatballs, and eggs) is delicious and filling enough to get home to Chicago without stopping for lunch if you time it right!
Jenna KastSeptember 7, 2015Swedish comfort food at its best. Get the meatballs at least once. Great place to stop for a warm meal during winter.
Antonia MaycunichSeptember 15, 201920-25 minute wait for us, but shortly after was over an hour-popular place. Put your name on the list and they announce it over speaker. Swedish pancakes and lingonberries were fantastic.
J RussellOctober 18, 2017Pickled Herring is fantastic. They pickle it on site. Very good portions good service and an excellent place to eat
Susan KuskeMarch 31, 2014Been here many times & never disappointed. Swedish pancakes & meatballs are my favorite. Must arrive before 8:00 am during busy seasons to avoid long wait.
Nicole C.August 17, 2014Swedish pancakes with lingonberries! Swedish meatballs! Well worth the wait.
Michelle AndersonMarch 26, 2013We went during the off season and it was full of locals but no wait time. You can tell the staff loves their regulars and our waiter could not have been nicer.
Alexander EnglerOctober 19, 2015Unique dining experience. Missed seeing the goats on the sod roof. Incredible swedish pancakes and meatballs.
Eric LangstonAugust 9, 2015The "goats on the roof" place. Wonderful breakfast, get there early or it will be at least an hour wait.
Dave SwansonSeptember 19, 2016Very authentic, good food, a little pricey for breakfast but not out of line with others in a resort community.
Awesome Swedish pancakes and visiting the shop afterwards is pretty cool.
Derek D.September 20, 2022Swedish pancakes are good, but get there early, this place is super popular and busy
Gretchen GenrichAugust 10, 2012Must must muuussttt get the Swedish pancakes, and if you don't put lingonberries on top, don't even bother eating here
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Stephen ImigSeptember 5, 2011Find your inner Scandinavian here! Definitely have to have the Swedish meatballs for Fruktos! Pose for pictures with the goats!
- Alicia BusseAugust 22, 2011Swedish meatballs are a must! Their breakfast sausage was also very delicious!
Eric RobertsAugust 16, 2011You have to get the swedish meatballs, swedish pancakes, and the cheese tray!!!
Carol Larsen PayneJune 29, 2011My fave is the Monte Cristo but ya gotta stop and see the goats on the roof. Great food!!!!
Lindsey KoehlerJune 2, 2012All the girls have to wear silly outfits, but the boys get to dress normal.
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Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik
10698 N Bay Shore Dr
Sister Bay, WI 54234
United States
Sister Bay, WI 54234
United States
Al Johnson's is unique, a step back in time to great food and fast service. Enjoy dining in the warmth of a Scandinavian log building with, yes, a sod roof.
Closed until 7:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
(920) 854-2626
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No
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Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
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