18 piece Swedish Meatballs with mashed P's and Peas? Yes Ma'am and the new Spanish chicken with Mac n' Cheese was delicious. The service at the food line and checkout was awesome and they are always very helpful. Halfway through your shopping (or after) It is a great spot to grab some coffee too. You can easily park at the front of the restaurant now if you just wish to eat and drink-skip the maze so that you don't have to get lost at the furniture aisles lol read more

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Fun. Easy ordering. No surprises. People are friendly. No hate here. Good food choices

Excellent value for money! I always stop by the IKEA restaurant whenever I'm here. The food is consistently delicious and very affordable. You can't go wrong with the classic Swedish meatballs! The atmosphere is bright and casual. Highly recommended if you want a tasty meal on a budget read more

If you are not using the Too Good to Go app, you are missing out! It has been a long time since I have dined at an IKEA restaurant but decided to try again when a few bags were available on Too Good to Go. I picked up my marketplace bag first, $5.99 for a bag of different pantry items. This would also be a great way to fill a gift basket for someone. Next was my restaurant bag, that was available as the restaurant closed. Staff was busy filling to boxes as we waited, right from the hot items that were left. We were told to take any stack of 3 boxes. For $6.44, I received Swedish meatballs, grilled chicken with black beans and rice, and a chicken wrap. All looked fresh and we plan to enjoy for our work lunches this week! Both bags are picked up at the restaurant, which is easy to get to with the side entrance directly to the restaurant. Marketplace bags are located at the restaurant register and restaurant bags are picked up at the food counter. read more

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Hmm....I feel that Ikea has really dropped in everything the last several years. The food, the service, the furniture, the store ans the quality. Like we went to the little food area for 2 hot dogs and they were absolutely disgusting, the pretzel was gross, service was not good but I gave 2 stars for the blue slushie. At least that was decent. Couldn't find anyone for help and when we locate someone, they look like they hate their job and don't want to answer your questions. Not one Ikea employee but 2 and 3 were the same I hate my job attitude. Everything was out of stock and no wonder people stop buying cheap furniture at Ikea. Back then, at least something was great. Now ？Not a thing. Guess this is my last time at this Ikea. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Uhmmm I love IKEA, no one can tell me nothing about it! lol! Everytime I go, of course I have to stop into the restaurant, it's cheap and yummy! Those meatball plates hit the spot especially with the lingonberry jelly, so good! Pro tip near the Christmas holidays they have a Julbord buffet celebration, you buy a ticket and get to experience a Swedish celebration! love it! read more

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Delicious food and so so worth it, I can't even get over how cheap the food is. The meatballs are a must! They've really perfected them with the lingonberry jelly and gravy. The macaroni is also crazy good, you can get a plate for like $3 and I think that's what I'll do next time. It looks like it'll be really thick and artificially cheesy. And while it does have that artificial flavor, it's not as strong as I expected. And it wasn't as coagulated as I thought it would be. The garlic bread is delicious, I don't think you can go wrong with garlic bread. But it doesn't matter because they didn't. The garlic lemon cod was a little on the drier side but it's fish and it's cheap so you can't really ask for much. The flavors were all there though. The peas are a nice option when you want some vegetables but they are on the mushier side. The mashed potatoes were really bland so if you get it, I definitely recommend getting the gravy. But it was nice to find there were some actual potato chunks inside instead of just one uniform potato slush. The penne pasta was something I could have done without, but it wasn't bad. It was just very plain. I wish the vegetable medallions counted as a side but those are sooo good too. Kind of like a mini quiche. read more

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Actually really kind of nice. How they have the store laid out, the restaurant is right in middle. Cafeteria style service. Food was good. So what do you get in a Swedish store? Swedish meatballs of course. Pretty good read more

IKEA Restaurant - Swedish meatballs for the both of us - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Sure, this aint a 5 star restaurant, and sure it's a place to eat in the middle of a huge department store. For sure though, its fun. It's different. That's why I stop in here.That's why I come and eat the meatballs and the peas and sometimes the chocolate cake. This cafeteria style food is a pit stop for the ones who need a break from shopping, or for a family and those who just want to chill folks. It has restrooms and a nice side seatting area for maybe hiding out and having a coffee while you people watch area. Did you know they have events sometimes also? This midway pitstop makes the hours long shopping spree more of a I'm looking forward to it day than a dredge. It's a unique idea thanks IKEA. read more

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Hadn't been to one in years but was surprised on how good most was. Meatballs of course with a couple sides. Sadly, man n cheese needs a lil more care as was way overcooked and had that "mushy" texture, nothing like in their pics. Service was courteous and prompt when "goin down the line" cafeteria style. Staff was pleasant at checkout as well. Had an open eating feeling but not loud and plenty of nice seating. Plenty of drink options as well. Would go back when there for sure. read more

4/26/24 Always tasty food, Friday is half price hot entrees. Had lemon cod with Mac n cheese and mixed veggies....$3.99. Nice large piece of cod too; delicious! read more

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Just a slightly better option then fast food restaurants! They have good deals on certain days too! The food is above average for what you pay. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Great hot food choices like meatballs, baked chicken in gravy, fried chicken tenders, baked salmon, mac and cheese, steamed veggies, green peas, mashed potatoes and gravy and french fries. I enjoyed a fresh salad, a baked chicken thigh with gravy and mac and cheese for around $14 plus tax. They have great sweet treat options like carrot cake and cheese cake as well as parfaits. They have fresh rolls and baked breads and coffee/tea is free if you sign up for the Ikea Fam Membership online. read more

Affordable, delicious and healthy dining! Hot plates, salads and desserts. Plus after you've eaten you've can walk around the large warehouse and get some steps in! read more

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I don't like leaving bad reviews, but unfortunately this situation has forced me to do so. This is the first time I've found something in the food that shouldn't be there! Please be careful with what you're eating read more

IKEA Restaurant - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

IKEA Restaurant is popular for their Swedish Meatballs. It's so affordable. I order this every time we visit and for $5.99, you can get them with two sides, usually mashed potatoes with gravy and green beans. Also, you can get them as a side item (4-pc for $1.25 or 8-pc for $2.50). They also offer Braised pork shank plate, Salmon plate, and other good stuff. Plenty of drinks and desserts to choose from. Some are priced under a buck. Do you like coffee? Be a part of the IKEA family and the whole fam gets free unlimited coffee for the day. Only one member card is required. That deal used to include lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos. Now, you have to purchase tokens to get those. What a bummer! Before the change, my wife and I used to be jacked up with caffeine as we drank cups of espressos and lattes. LOL There's also an IKEA Bistro located in front of the store. "Pick up a quick snack and drink for the entire family before you make the journey home with your new purchases. The IKEA Bistro has tasty frozen yogurt, hot dogs, veggie dogs, cinnamon buns and more." Their veggie dog is not bad and most items are $1 or less. read more

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This place is great, it has everything. I was so glad when IKEA came to Jacksonville. The meatballs come in such a great assortment from Swedish meatball to a vegetarian option. All the employees are always so cheerful and helpful, and making sure the store is clean and welcoming. My girlfriend and I come here often because of the food, deserts and because of its proximity to school and the St John's Town Center. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Swedish meatballs, mashed potato's, rice, cranberry sauce, and heaps of gravy. - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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IKEA Restaurant is a go-to for my boyfriend and I. The food is very inexpensive and always tastes amazing. If you're an IKEA Family Member, they have special deals everyday for the IKEA Restaurant. All of our meals today were 50% off. The service is always great every time we eat here. Everyone is so kind. I also enjoy the environment of the restaurant. It is spacious and decorated very simple and nice. read more

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Went to IKEA to look for a new dresser. During our shopping, we got a bit hungry and decided to eat at their cafeteria. They always have good menu selections every time we go here for a meal. I also like they change the menu a bit seasonally so you look forward to some new ingredients or recipes. We ordered the salmon and Swedish meatballs. It was a good dinner and fairly priced. The best deal of the meal though is the free coffee (per day, when you join their IKEA Family member). The coffee taste perfectly and I believe it's freshly grounded and then brewed. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Salmon - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I want to be fair with my review since this was a cafeteria setting, so there really isn't any service or customization of foods available. The cafeteria was clean, and getting through the line was relatively fast and easy. There are choices for dessert (three or four choices), salads, soups, and entrees. I'd be careful of the salads in the refrigerated doors, as I watched a lady slide her arm over several salads to get one in the back. Her arm touched several salads... just gross! My spouse and I both got Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes, lingonberry sauce and English peas. Everything was tasty, not spectacular, but tasty for just $8.49 for the meal. Our child got the chicken fingers with fries. She agreed everything was decently seasoned. We all ate for about $25.00. There was plenty of seating available. If we return to IKEA again when we're hungry, we'll stop in again. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Chicken fingers and fries - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Entrenched in the middle of IKEA of Jacksonville is... tunn-ta-da-da....the IKEA Restaurant.    You may ask and wonder "Why is the restaurant in the middle of IKEA, Mr LL Kool Jay?"   Let me break it down for you....   I've been told by the IKEA Legends... the reason IKEA did this is purely strategical by design. You see, the other, older IKEA locations typically have their restaurant readily accessible, which is in front of the store. So shoppers tend to eat at the restaurant, then high tail home once done... without ever setting any shopper foot inside past the restaurant. IKEA took notice of this and that is why, with the IKEA of Jacksonville, the restaurant was built in the middle of IKEA, allowing shoppers to browse & shop the 1st half of IKEA. Then eventually, they build hunger in between, leading then to eat at the restaurant, before finishing the 2nd remaining half of the store.   And it's not like the IKEA Restaurant has bad food. IKEA is known for their famous Swedish Meatballs. And folks, let's not confuse the Swedish Balls for "Swedd-ish Balls". I sarcastically call them "Schweddy Balls" only because I grew up watching/remembering that old Saturday Night Live comedy skit. Dammm, I'm really showing my age.   But my all time favorite meal here is the Salmon meal.. which is the trio of the Salmon, the Potato-Broccoli Medallion and the Seasonal Veggies. What a food deal for $6.99. It is soooo good, and so inexpensive.   There are other selections that you can choose from that are all good food. They even have kids meals, so pick wisely, and shop on when you're done. read more

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I love IKEA and I love their Swedish meatballs. I literally try to arrange my visits to IKEA close to lunch time so I can eat here. It's fast, fresh, and very affordable. I only order the meatball meal but my son once ordered the (adult) chicken tenders and they were quite good. I've sampled a few of their desserts and they've all been really good. The DAIM cake is probably my favorite, based on a popular candy bar (similar to a Kit Kat). The workers are pleasant people and try to keep it clean. The seating area is large and off to the side is a more casual area with couches - really nice if you need a more laid back space to relax by yourself, with the kids, breastfeed, etc. Large, clean bathrooms are located back here as well. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Birthday lunch courtesy of IKEA Family (meatball lunch and either a Daim cake, shown, or an almond cake) - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

One of my favorite reasons to go to Ikea! Chocolate cake and the meatballs plate! I fell hard for Ikea when I lived in the Tampa Bay area- I wish they had done that store layout here in Jax. It put the restaurant upstairs, but in the front of the store. Very convenient! That and I enjoy walking off a meal! And Ikea will definitely have you walking. I usually go for Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes (smothered in gravy) with the mixed veggies. I love the spoonful of lingonberry sauce & always get lingonberry drink mixed with lemon-lime. And oh- the desserts! Chocolate cake is my go to, but I have tried various others over the years. The marzipan is delicious too! My daughter is hooked too! I do recommend grabbing the sauce packet at checkout to make them at home! Enjoy~ read more

IKEA is a great place not only to shop but also for good cheap food! Today I finally brought my boyfriend in to enjoy their classic Swedish meatballs. If you have never been to IKEA, getting to the cafeteria is a long walk, but if you're a veteran and read the signs well, you can find some quick short cuts! The meatballs are their signature dish and have never disappointed me for only $5.99. My second favorite dish is the daim cake! It is made of a daim candy (Swedish candy) that reminds of of a heath bar! Absolutely delicious and a great way to top off your meatballs. The rest of the food seems pretty average to me, so I try to stick to my favorites. Overall, the IKEA restaurant is a great place to atop halfway through your IKEA adventure! read more

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Stopper in for a quick salad and some shopping. Great for during the week not to crowded read more

IKEA Restaurant - a shopping cart in the foreground - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Eaten here a few times now. Always a solid affordable choice. Swedish meatballs. Gotta get them. Simple yet tasty. Get extra gravy! To me the salmon balls, veggie balls, and chicken balls don't live up to the meatball but I love meatballs! Pork tenderloin is a hard pass for me. The pork is dry and tough and the sauce doesn't add much flavor. The salmon on the other had isn't bad at all. It is well prepared and tender. Mac and cheese is pretty average. If you like your Mac and cheese cheesey then this doesn't fit the bill. The vegetable medallion is where it is at. It makes me enjoy eating vegetables! For the kids (and adults) chicken tenders are classic. They seem to have a light batter. It is crisp and not too heavy. Dessert cakes were average. None of them stood out to me. I would rather grab the soft serve after shopping. Lines can get super long during meal times but overall you will have your food in 15 minutes. Service is friendly. In the end, this is the place to grab swedish meatballs and lots of them. Other options just don't quite meet the bill for me! read more

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While this isn't a huge selling point for me personally, they're doing a great job distancing tables and controlling the number of guests in the restaurant during this Covid mess. There's a checkin process and a host to seat you. It was by far the fastest in-and-out for the food line ever! Food is standard Ikea fare. read more

Ok what's not to love about IKEA restaurants Swedish Food! It's inexpensive, it's tasty and it's oh so convenient if you are "power" shopping through their "theme park" style store! Seriously, this restaurant serves delicious food breakfast, lunch and dinner all the way to closing! Gotta try their Swedish meatballs, salmon filet and braised beef entrees - so very delicious to have "authentic" Scandinavian cuisine! For the little ones, kids meals start at $2.49 and on Tuesdays - Kids eat FREE ALL DAY! Other than this main restaurant which is tucked way towards the back of the IKEA store, you have a few food stands right at the entrance which offer snacks and my favorite ice cream treats! So next time you find yourself IKEA shopping, carve out time to enjoy a meal at the IKEA restaurant - it's good stuff! read more

IKEA Restaurant - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

IKEA is a favorite spot of many for good reason, and I love that I can take my kids for a quick meal, some play time and some shopping too! My kids had chicken fingers with fries and Mac and cheese with veggies (each under $3) plus a fruit flavored orange box each (.99) and a side of Swedish meatballs (4 for $1). It was all a hit, except for the orange drinks that were thrown away. I had the salmon balls with veggies and mashed potatoes (5.49), which were pretty good but could have been warmer, and a pear cider which was delicious. We also tried a few small desserts (.49 each) but really disliked them. It's easy to walk through and pick your items, with handy carts for moms like me juggling food for multiple kids too. And tables are readily available and feel like home with real silverware and plates. It's a more upscale cafeteria. We also finished with frozen yogurt cones on the way out ($1) and called the trip a success. You may not love everything, but at these prices, it's okay to try some new things. read more

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$2.50 for a small fix of smoked salmon filet? That's the way to my heart, y'all... I am not a chips girl. I am here for small affordable meat snacks. *dreams of a world where the vending machine at work,* I also had some meatballs with lingonberry sauce and they were nice but the salmon was nicer Anyway the restaurant is definitely worth making it a part of your Ikea experience. The layout of the Jax location is weird though, I'm used to Orlando where you can go straight to the restaurant instead of having to climb through rooms and rooms of showroom and store first. read more

Swedish meatballs. Need I say more LOL? An IKEA experience can take many hours which could lead to hunger pains. Relieve your hunger pains in their cafeteria style restaurant! Hot and cold entrée foods are available like a salmon filet plate and 2 sides, salads, meatballs, a meatball plate with sides, wraps, bagels with lox, etc. etc.. They have plated desserts and soft cone ice cream. Quench your thirst with bottled water, a cappuccino, or a soda. So don't starve yourself, have a wonderful sit-down meal to get that much needed energy to be able to complete your IKEA experience! I had the chicken wrap and swedish meatballs all downed with a cappuccino. It was reasonably priced, filling and delicious! read more

You can't beat the IKEA breakfast for price! And it's fun (using the word loosely here) to get "early entry" with the other cheapo breakfast fans and go straight to the restaurant, grab your tray, and pick your favorite breakfast plate in the cafeteria style line. IKEA family gets free coffee or tea, too! Woohoo! The scrambled eggs, chicken sausage, potatoes, and Swedish pancake (like a crepe, basically) are consistent. Basically like cafeteria line food and you get what you pay for right? So, not terrible, but definitely not the best breakfast food I've ever had, but if you are already going to shop, might as well fill up on a $3 breakfast! read more

Tried their vegetable balls our first visit and salmon balls our second visit. Both were alright. Husband ordered the Swedish meatballs both times and was satisfied. Tried their chocolate fudge cake our first visit which was meh and tried their daim toffee cake our second visit and that was ok. At their cafe at exit/entrance, we tried their veggie dog which was nasty and sucked big time! Husband likes their icee flavor options, especially lime and blue raspberry although very sweet and the machine is not always working or ready. Vanilla cone, please! read more

I loved the decor of this place! They have nice large windows that bring in tons of light. Most of it is self serve where you take a tray and pick out whatever you want almost like a cafeteria. We went in on a Saturday evening and got a latte and coffee. I love the prices- just a $1 for coffee and $1.50 for latte. The desserts also looked very tempting but I didn't give in to them, maybe next time! It was our first time at this location so we were a little lost and the staff were not that helpful even though it wasn't that busy. One of the latte machines were broken and it took a little while to look for the other one. Other than that, had a great time here! read more

They make 2 soups a day, one will always be a basic, like chicken & dumplings or tomato. The others will be alternative blends (vegetarian, Middle Eastern or African flavors, etc). Some have been so good, that I've BROUGHT my own MASON JARS. I'll buy one to eat there, and 4 others to fill up my jars as take-homes. read more

I entered through the "exit", which wasnt labeled, to get my small children sat down so I could get in line. An older man in a chef coat and jeans started screaming at me across the dining room because I missed a small sign sitting on a counter from the opposite entrance that said to wait there to enter. With everyone staring at me I walked to the other side to immediately be let in with access to the same table. What a ridiculous embarrassment to chefs and cafes in general. From now on we'll pack food and skip the cafe!! read more

Simply the best in town. Great place clean, friendly well worth stopping by. They have a great concept in marketing furniture, kitchen it's truly a one stop facility. The have hot dogs by check out are for individuals that prefer to eat less or in a rush. The coffee is the best organic at a reasonable price. Don't forget to sign up for the IKEA Family card!! Only if more stores had the same vision but unfortunately they don't. read more

Just like any other Ikea, I love coming here for a taste of Swedish meatball. Before, I had to go all the way to Orlando, but I'm glad we have one here in Jax. Bring your Ikea family card for free coffee as they have good cappuccino and latte. Only negative is that the lines can get really long especially during weekend. read more

IKEA Restaurant - Swedish Meatball - my favorite - Scandinavian Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Ikea restaurant is a a direct reflection of Ikea. It's the perfect combination of quality and affordability! The food is really good and doesn't have a fast food feel at all. You get your food in a cafeteria like fashion. It's delicious and inexpensive. There's a main menu that's basically the same all the time. The only thing that changes is the rotation of seasonal veggies. There's also a selection that is limited time and changes. The restaurant is completely outfitted and decorated with Ikea products you can use before you buy. What I loved most is the fresh homemade food at an affordable price. For those that come with kids especially IKEA can be a several hours trip. The restaurant allows families to shop but also eat affordable. Every time we have visited we loved our experience in the cafe! read more

My wife & I come to IKEA often just to eat at the restaurant. Very affordable and tasty food. We love the meatballs and the veggie balls as main courses. The little hazelnut & coconut pastries are great for dessert. read more