Pretty darn good! I've always had an affinity for Swedish meatball (even the frozen Banquet meals), and if you're in the mood for some good Swedish meatballs, look no further than IKEA. Luckily I live close to the one in Houston's Spring Branch so we frequent it often. Note: the dining area and parking lot are fairly empty on weekdays; try to avoid weekends unless you like large crowds. The Swedish meatball plate comes with 8 meatballs, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, cranberry sauce, and a cute Swedish flag on a toothpick. Overall, the flavors are good. Peas are bland. Gravy is OK. But the meatballs are great. What are they made of? I actually have no idea and probably don't wanna know. The only reason for the 4 star review is that the prices have gone up quite a bit in recent past so it's not really a great value anymore. The meatball plate will cost you $8.50. If you're an IKEA member (it's free to join), you can get a free coffee so that's a plus. Service is fine. Lastly they recently renovated the entire dining area so it's quite nice. Almost too bright. It is very clean though. And huge. Worth visiting. Check it out! read more

IKEA Restaurant - Swedish meatball plate - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I haven't eaten at IKEA in a very long time but since they were celebrating their 40th anniversary by selling their entree (5 piece meatball, mashed potatoes, and veggies) for $2.99, my friend and I thought why not. Honestly, thank goodness it only cost $2.99 because I would be... in an unpleasant mood if I paid more than that lol. The mashed potato and veggies were so flavorless- the only reason why they were edible was because of the gravy that came with the meatballs but even then, it's barely mid. The meatballs on the other hand were yummy! I ended up getting an a la cart for just the meatballs (they sell either 4 or 5 meatballs for around $1.50) and a garlic toast on top. The garlic toast is also just okay. If I were to go back next time, I would just stick to the meatballs. read more

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My daughter always enjoys their meatballs. It's a must have when we go. Love that they have plenty of seating. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Meatballs Plate & side of Macaroni & Cheese - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I came for the half off entrees deal and everything was around $30!! It was a good amount of food and pretty good! The cake was dry and too sweet but everything else was a good 7/10. The employees were very sweet and friendly. I came to study as well and it wasn't too busy. It was only busy around dinner time but overall chill place! read more

IKEA Restaurant - plant balls, swedish balls, potato cheddar cod, rainbow cake, side mac and cheese - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

If both sides are open, just to let you know its the same on both side, the line moves fast and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu but the meatballs taste better here than the frozen one you can make at home. It is a very chilling cafeteria and you clean up after yourself and bring your tray. There are even kids play area and drinks are self serve. read more

Good food and even better prices. Gooey chocolate cake was awesome and only $1.49. cream cake was equally as good and $1.99. Kids Swedish meatball meal $4.29. Big chocolate bar $1.99. I feel like I'm in pre-COVID times. Makes me want to come back every day read more

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Daisy was amazing. She let us get breakfast when they had just closed the minute before we got there and her kindness touched us. Breakfast was yummy ($6 for a medium plate) and we will be back. Make sure to go at 10 because they run out of breakfast quickly and close right at 11! read more

IKEA Restaurant - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I absolutely love this place! What better place to go get some great food options while shopping in a super mega store? Ikea, of course! I got an email from Ikea saying, "You're missing out on some great benefits from the Restaurant!" And that got me wondering... why have I not been using benefit-wise with my Ikea Family Card? Here's what the restaurant offers everyday: Monday: Go meatless with 8-piece veggie and plant ball plates for $3. Tuesday: Get any hot entrée for $3.99. Wednesday: Get two free kid's entrées when you buy one adult entrée. Thursday: Get $1 off Swedish meatballs. Friday: All customers get 50% off all hot entrées. Every day: Get 15% off Swedish Restaurant purchases after 5pm. What a great schedule all of this turned out to be! I will definitely be there on Tuesday's or Friday's! What to get? Well I usually get the Swedish Meatballs or the Chicken Tenders with Fries. *chef's kiss* read more

I don't know what made me believe that coming here to grab dinner and shop for a new dresser was a great idea because it was not. I ordered their last piece of salmon with peas and mashed potatoes and my BF ordered the 12 Swedish meatballs with the same sides as mine plus a side of mac n cheese. I could definitely feel the unwell environment from not only the staff but the food. After we paid and sat we were disappointed of not having any ice in the ice machine, which is fine I rather have water without ice anyways and then once we tried our best to eat what we could we were immediately shut down that there is no to go containers which we later find out it was blessing. We threw away what we did not eat and continue onto our journey of the perfect dresser. After a couple minutes, my BF sped to the restroom, apparently something made him sick (I am assuming the meatballs since I only had one). Just come here for your home furnishing and decor, skip the meal and settle for the Swedish candy bar. I have warned you! read more

I love the crepe-like pancakes IKEA has. You get a medium breakfast for only $5.99! Breakfast as of 1/19/25 is from 10-11am only. For the price (and probably similar calories) of a Starbucks coffee, this can't be beat! There is plenty of seating if you need to get some work done. Great option for an affordable and delicious breakfast! read more

IKEA Restaurant - Medium Breakfast $5.99 (10-11am) - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Hungry. Why am I always hungry before shopping at IKEA and after shopping? Hunger is killing me. I can't control it. The aroma puffed right through my mask. I can't remember when IKEA Restaurant reopened after months of Covid-19 restaurant lockdown. Company took extreme measure to protect employees and customers. I remember I received an email about they closed March 2020. Few stores reopened in June 2020, but not this one. Then, I came to shop at IKEA prior. Again, can't remember when. But I remember the restaurant operation was closed. What a bummer. Because I read the advertisement about Swedish Meatballs and I wanted some. The only option was buy them frozen and go home to cook my own. Not happening. Eating at restaurant is much more enjoyable than doing otherwise. Since Covid-19 pandemic, I joined IKEA Family rewards program. I wanted to order something but system kept lying about the availability. Then, I got mad. So, I started deleting their emails. That's why I can't remember when it opened. Anyways. I've got to take a short cut from upstairs entrance to IKEA Restaurant. Mmm... Checking out the menu. So, I'm looking at the IKEA discounts during weekdays. read more

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Love coming here! Lots of options to choose from meatballs to plant based. Currently having the Ikea Family card nets you a 15% discount thru Aug. My go to item is always the Swedish Meatballs with that gravy and ligonberry sauce. It comes with mashed potatoes and broccoli. I also opted for the apple crisp pastry and caesar salad and a unique side item I've never seen before but it was quite delicious a stuffed broccoli cheese and rice side dish forgot what it is called. And to top things off you get a free coffee with that dessert if you have the card. I highly recommend you dine here when shopping Ikea did I also mention it is very inexpensive? Love this place! read more

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IKEA is a restaurant in a big blue building on I-10. Value is the name of the game. Two of us got dinner with apple cider tallboys for under $20. For the price, it's really hard to beat. Like all of the other services in this large blue building, expect great pricing but limited options. Meatballs, salmon, and chicken tenders were pretty much the only things on the menu that night, and the soda machine was down. Still, with the price and the friendly staff, it's hard to say anything bad about this place. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Swedish meatballs and apple cider - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

More like Ickier Restaurant because the food is Icky, much moreso than when I was young. I'm not a fan of the Ikea restaurant. Maybe when I was younger and had less good taste but I've watched the prices go up and I've watched the quality go down over the years and that's been a little bit disappointing. People are obsessed with Ikea and they don't know how to drive to get in or out so watch out. And the food... nah. read more

IKEA Restaurant - IKR - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Go. On. Fridays! The best bang for your buck meals you will ever have! Me and my wife managed to try their entire entree menu with sides and dessert for about $30. The meatballs were good, veggie meatballs were yummy, cod was DELICIOUS (my personal favorite), salmon was also yummy, mac and cheese was quite good, chicken tender and fries were great. Of course these aren't going to be 3 Michelin star-quality food but the fact that you can get each dish for $4 on Fridays and it's not greasy or oily while still tasting delicious is why I give Ikea the rating it deserves. Service is friendly. Ambiance is nice. What more can I say. (Their cakes SLAP btw. Get the almond cake, trust me.) Would recommend if you're looking for some Scandinavian cuisine for amazing prices. read more

Ikea is always a great stop for a quick, affordable, fresh, vegan spot! We love any chance we get to (of course, shop!) but enjoy grabbing a delicious plate! Vegan Options -Veggie Balls, full vegan, you don't have to ask for changes. -*Plant Balls - the plate shows there is milk. This is because of the gravy & mashed potatoes. -French Fries ----We prefer the PLANT BALLS (vegan) with the Veggie Ball Plate. Hopefully, that makes sense. Dine-In experience is always great for us; always clean, available seating, great self-serve section. Beautiful views almost anywhere in the seating area. Only negative: Due to the pandemic, no self-serve beverages. We freak'n loved their tea! Def missed that! (totally understand, though) ***As for the Veggie/Plant Balls, you can purchase them frozen on the first floor. Def recommend. COVID Notes -Indoor seating is available -Social distance & masks are not required. Staff wore masks. -Customer service was delightful, safe, and helpful -Ordering was effortless & smooth -No self-serving beverages are available. -No issues at all. Thank you, Ikea Restaurant, for delicious Vegan Options! read more

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I'm really annoyed at this point. Why close off your restrooms at 8:45 to clean? There were a line of customer, mainly older women in LINE to use a single restroom, that was filty and could not be utilize. Your main restroom should remain open until the close of business day not prior. This was very disturbing to see. Hopefully you guys take this into consideration. read more

Surprisingly good restaurant in the middle of what amounts to be a furniture store. Gotta try the meatballs. (B)

I been wanting to try the famous Ikea Swedish meatballs for the last twenty years. Finally my youngest daughter and I got a chance while shopping at Ikea. We both ordered the meatball combo plate with steamed mixed veggies and masked potatoes from the steamed table. The foods tasted kind of bland. I really needed some ground black peppers to spice it up. However the prices were very affordable. $6.99 for 8 meatballs combo and $7.99 for 12 meatballs combo. The ladies behind the steam tables were very friendly. We probably will eat here again since the prices were so budget friendly. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Top - 8 Swedish meatball combo plate, $6.99. Bottom - 12 Swedish meatballs combo ate, $7.99. Bottle water, $1.50. - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Love Ikea. Shopping for a few items for my new, not finished yet, Cottage for my son, but found stylish items he will love. He picked them out! I need a piece the Almond Cake from walking and to take a breath. The Almond cake was delicious so when I had a Doctor's appt we ran by to buy a whole one and he is if the stools he wants were in stock yet. I love visit every nook and cranny when we go. When we lived in Abu Dhabi for 10 years and wonderful day was to drive to Dubai just to go Ikea. It brings wonderful memories. read more

I've had the food at Ikea many times. My girlfriend is remodeling her kitchen and we have made many trips there. The coffee isn't good and it's free for IKEA family members. I will drink it but I will never buy their coffee. The Swedish meatballs are a cheap but funky meal. It gets the job done and it's very affordable.The chicken strips are just okay. All the desserts I've had there were basically passable. I will eat at Ikea if I'm there for a long time and get hungry. I really enjoyed the ice cream.Don't make a special trip there just to eat their food. read more

IKEA Restaurant - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

If you're at IKEA and you're happen to be hungry, then by all means, stop by here and grab a something to eat (Or go downstairs for 2 for $1 hot dogs). However, don't expect anything fancy. The purpose of this restaurant is so you get something to eat and can continue shopping. That's it. I had the Swedish meatball plate and it wasn't anything special. For an extra $1, you get four additional meatballs (perfect if you're really hungry), but they taste just okay. Mashed potatoes tasted like boxed mashed potatoes. Gravy helps with the taste. Biscuit roll will cost you $0.69. Drink will cost you $1.49. The best part of my meal? The fruit bowl ($1.99) If you're here and you're hungry, stop by. However, I wouldn't trek out of my way to dine here. read more

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The food here was not. Just not. My girl had heard great things about the meatballs and they were just NOT. The meatballs were very dry. The flavor of them was nothing special but was at least there. Mashed potatoes were ok. She liked the green beans alot though. She was in some major pain shortly after eating so we didn't get to actually do any shopping. *In no way saying it was the food here that caused her the pain (we did eat somewhere else right before here) but that is how it happened* read more

IKEA Restaurant - Meatballs with mash potatoes and green beans DRY!! BALLS - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

It is horrible at the customer service area I understand they are tired or not sure but be kinder very dismissive and unapproachable lady left me talking when I simply asked for help on getting screws. read more

We came here to buy some closet shelving and stopped by the cafe for a quick bite to each. The price is great, two ate for total of $15 and you really can't beat the price. We had the Swedish meatballs with the mashed potatoes topped in gravy and veggies. The cornbread was great and with a bit of sweetness to it. Great food, service could improve. read more

The store is the place to go for dorm furniture, etc, but skip the breakfast at the restaurant. Yes, it's very inexpensive, but the eggs served on the special were the powdered variety. There is no way to make these appealing. And although powdered eggs may be made with real eggs, I don't know, they just didn't have the proper consistency, they were soupy. Perhaps the lunch Menu is better, but I'll leave that for others to judge, I won't be back. read more

Always a great value! I always order the kids portions and it's more than enough food. Swedish Meatballs, Mac 'N Cheese, and Fries. All for only $2.49! Breakfast for $.99 is also superb! read more

IKEA Restaurant - $2.49 kids meal - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Not the most amazing food, but definitely a fun experience and would recommend eating here at least once while on shopping trips

It's a good place to grab a snack when you need a break from shopping. It's like a mini cafeteria with dirt cheap options. They have desserts, meatballs, ribs, smoked salmon, drinks, etc. They even have a kids menu. Swedish and chicken meatballs with mash potatoes an longanberry sauce! Enough said! They're delicious when you take one and dip it in your mash potatoes and then some longanberry sauce. Smoked salmon lax - smoked salmon with mixed greens and a side of dill dressing. I usually love smoked salmon but I wasn't too fond of this one. It was a little too fishy for my taste buds. The dressing was good though. It tasted like honey mustard with dill. read more

First time to visit the food court. I have seen a number of reviews online and thought I would give it a go. IKEAs signature dish is the sweedish meatballs with gravy, mash and veg, so that is what I went with along with a coffee. Overall the food is average institution food. The meatballs were a bit on the peppery side, but good. The gravy was smooth and nice flavor. The veg were a bit over cooked, but not bad. Mash was what mash should be. Service was a bit slow. Overall, it's ok if your hungry, but not worth a special trip. Enjoy! read more

Bork Bork Bork! Ja! Der Svedish Meatballs ist good! I like how this is such a popular place to eat, right in the middle of the Ikea furniture store. It's a welcome respite after wandering from living room to den to bedroom to bathroom. It's nice to be able to sit down, and enjoy some weird sodas, Swedish Meatballs, and some mashed potatoes. The Princess Cake is always a bonus too. It's not a very expensive place to eat, you get filled up, even though the portion sizes aren't huge. I don't go out of my way to go here, just when I need to stock up on Billy Bookcases, or Flurg floor covers. The place is always clean, but they charge you for things like to-go containers. Be sure to bus your own table. Apparently, that's how they keep the costs down. They sell most of the food that they serve just past the checkout area downstairs by the exit. I've heard that IKEA doesn't really make any money on the food here, in fact they lose cash on the deal- they just want to keep you in the store and shopping, instead of having to leave when you get hungry. Brilliant strategy. read more

I am probably being generous by awarding IKEA restaurant with even 2 stars, but there is some value here and the lingonberry juice at the soda fountain was pretty decent as well. After perusing the store for nearly an hour, I ended up dining here afterwards, just before the restaurant closed at 8pm on a weekday. I ordered the last serving of the Swedish meatballs ($5.99) which included mashed potatoes with brown gravy and a small spoonful of lingonberry jam. The meatballs were nothing special and some were even dry so I dipped them in the brown gravy. The potatoes didn't taste real, but I wasn't expecting them to be either. We also ordered the smoked salmon dish, for around $5, and this was actually pretty decent, especially when dipped in the mustard. Overall, this food was by no means gourmet, so don't expect just because it's Swedish that it is anything special or unique. It reminded me of when I was in High School, and it gave a very cafeteria-like feeling. I doubt I will ever come back and eat here, but it's just an experience to try at least once in your lifetime. read more

Nice restaurant. 1.99 fries. 4.99 meatball and mashed potatoe dish. Kid approved. Keeps kids happy so parents can shop. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Chicken meatballs, mashed potatos and linden berry sauce. TruMoo. Kid approved. - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Not sure why there are so many low stars. Our meal was absolutely delicious and cheap, just like any other Ikea meatballs I've had before. Looking forward to returning! read more

IKEA Restaurant - Delicious! - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is honestly one of the highlights of any IKEA--the quirky cafe with a few Swedish favorites and American ones to provide a snack or a meal. The food is ok, but my favorites were the different flavored waters; lingonberry was a nice alternative. I saw a surprising amount of people using laptops like this was a study hall. Avoid the coffee...tasted bland, and I was surprised the cafe didn't have sugar in the raw. read more

This is a great way to start your shopping day at IKEA. Pop into the cafe for a $2 breakfast and if you are a IKEA Family Member, your coffee is free when they scan your card or barcode on your Apple Wallet app. read more

IKEA Restaurant - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Every time I eat here the food looks incredibly unappetizing but always ends up being delicious. Breakfast is cheap & lunch is fairly inexpensive also. I would eat here any time I'm visiting the store and would recommend it to others as well. read more

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There is always a food deal going on in the place. The food ranges from super cheap to just kind of cheap. Portions aren't huge, but not small either. You will find some odd flavored drink name, but try it anyway. Don't expect your taste buds to break into show tunes from eating here. They are not the flavor station...they just want you to be full cheaply! Kids meals are cheap. read more

Soda machine is always broken, discontinued free kids mesls on Tuesdays, but we still have fun meeting dad for lunch. :) read more

SWEDISH MEATBALLS, mash, and a side of lingonberry is like a mini Thanksgiving comfort meal! Smooth mashed potatoes with an oh so light gravy coat luscious, tender Swedish meatballs. The tangy and sweet lingonberry jam takes it over the edge! I like to alternate between creamy and savory bites with the sweet ones. It's divine! Try it! read more