Taste of Scandinavia Bakery & Cafe
401 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN, 55420
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Address :
401 W 98th St
Bloomington, MN, 55420 - Phone (952) 358-7490
- Website https://www.tasteofscandinavia.com/
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Kate S.
Finally, a breakfast spot my husband can stand. I love breakfast in any form, but the true test is if my husband and I can BOTH be happy at the same joint. This place has an amazing selection (I'm not one to judge the authenticity), ranging from adventurous and just plain delicious. So far I haven't been able to stray from the Swedish pancakes. I got them the first time we went in right when they opened and they're so good I just can't stand not ordering them. My husband loved his Greek omelet on our last visit, though it could have had a little extra feta (if you like feta, just ask for a little more both inside and on top). Our waitress was Deb, who was incredibly professional and was one of the best service experiences we've had in the local area. Also, on a side note, for our wedding five years ago we ordered about a dozen different cakes from this place to have a variety of choices for our guests, and they are to die for. Update: We've now been going to TOS for years, and this place has yet to disappoint. We've had graduation parties, family breakfasts, birthdays, you name it, all right here. Everyone loves it!
(5)Brittanie M.
I was really hoping for more traditional Finnish bakery items like lihapiirakka (meat pasty) or Joulutorttu (prune tarts) that are easy enough to make, but it was all pretty akin to IKEA cafeteria levels of Scandinavian. I guess you can't expect a lot from a place inside a grocery store, but it was a pretty good size selection and seating area. If you're more into Norwegian fare like lefse and kringler, they seem to have you covered, but for their bakery selection (I didn't sit down to look over their menu as I wanted to just run in and check it out so maybe that has more traditional items), it was disappointing to see. There was also no one behind the counter when I arrived and no one greeted me after standing there perusing the offerings for a few minutes. On the plus side, they had a pretty clean bathroom available.
(2)Michelle M.
Excellent breakfast with some unique offerings like the gyro omelet! Coffee is really good since it is Dun Bros. really busy on the weekend with lots of the senior citizen crowd. Service can be spotty
(3)Dawn A.
We stopped into festival foods for some necessities and decided to try Taste of Scandinavia to avoid shopping hungry. We were really impressed with the Veggie wraps and lefsa wontons. Quality food, decent atmosphere, and low prices. I bought a 5 pack of lefsa for $10... Pricey i know. But if its as good as the lunch we had we're in for a sweet treat later
(4)Walter M.
Very friendly and very tasty. Was hoping for more Norwegian flair but what was there was good.
(4)Dan F.
Good service, good food, big portions. But it seems every time I've come here there is something on the menu they don't have. Even during mid afternoon when it's not busy they run out of something. I like the simple ambiance of the place, and the accommodations. The kids meals come with a complimentary cookie. Very nice.
(3)Mikko N.
This is a gem of a restaurant hidden inside the Festival Foods grocery store in Bloomington. After eating there for the first time last week, my family and I planned our weekly errands around getting breakfast there today. All of their french toast options are delicious. I can recommend their Pulla french toast and their special of blueberry lemon french toast is spectacular. For $9 it comes with bacon and eggs making it a steal. I can't think of a better place to start your day in the Twin Cities. I'll be shopping in Bloomington more often just to experience this delicious food.
(5)Jennifer B.
We were looking for a local spot to grab breakfast while visiting from out of state and couldn't have been happier with our choice! Taste of Scandinavia is a cute little cafe in the front of a grocery store and the food was delicious. My husband was pleased with the Potato Pancakes but the Sweet Scandinavian Lefse was the real winner!
(5)Donna Y.
Absolutely love this place. The lingonberry lefse triangles were light and beautiful. My husband enjoyed a gyro although not the item that brings people here, he enjoyed it. The Finnish beef pastry was elegantly executed and presented with a green salad containing mushrooms, peppers, onion, broccoli, tomatoes, and dried cranberries. The pastry itself was filling but not heavy. The beef and vegetable filling was an excellent partner with the flaky, buttery pastry wrap. The pictures don't do it justice. Enjoy this place...it is a gem and don't let the grocery store attachment keep you from enjoying a great meal.
(5)Kathleen M.
Yummy place for desserts!
(4)Jennifer D.
This was a gem of a find in a grocery store. I had the Norwegian Lefse Breakfast and it was very good. I finished with the Almond Kringler and loved that. Authentic Scandanavian food at a good price, attentive service, quick service. Definitely will be back.
(4)James L.
1st timer on a weekday evening, all to myself. Highly recommend the grilled Norwegian chicken melt, that came w/mushrooms and cheeses inside grilled lefsa. For dessert, the cherry pie was sooo good, but could've scored a TD if topped w/real whipped cream (not canned). Go here if in Bloomington MN - I will again!
(4)Elle R.
Don't let the location fool you - this little restaurant can certainly stand on its own! Growing up in a Norwegian family, I was hesitant to try some of my favorite foods cooked by anyone other than my grandmother, especially since there are many who would consider it sacrilege to put cheese, salsa, or other non-traditional toppings on lefse. But after sampling many of the seasonal and permanent menu offerings, I will concede that not only does Taste of Scandinavia know what it's doing when it comes to producing authentic Scandinavian dishes, its additions to the traditional take them in a whole new, delicious direction. Sadly, the service is almost always lacking, otherwise this little gem would have received top marks. As long as you're willing to settle for a longer wait and lukewarm hospitality, look no further for a great little diner that Scandinavians and non-Scandinavians alike can enjoy.
(4)Sarah L.
It's located in Festival grocery store and off to the right of the entrance. It was the hubby's birthday and decided to order a cake from there. I wanted to buy something other than store bought that had the frilly frosting flowers on it or the other ones that had mounds of frosting on it with a child's theme. Although he may enjoy laughing at the cake, he might not like the 1" high of frosting that's plastered on it. So, going for something more grown up sounded like the way to go. The girls working at the counter were really helpful. They recommended a couple different cakes and I went with their suggestion of the Chocolate Symphony Torte. I picked it up a week later for his birthday and everyone loved it! The chocolate was moist and delicious. Would order from them again. Prices aren't bad either!
(4)Rina E.
Seriously....Who knew that this little gem was located in the Festival Grocery store - AND GOOD???? We went and ate at this Mecca of Breakfast-land during one of our numerous blizzards. I'm grateful nobody else knows about this place... YET. We had a pastry that was mouthwatering, breakfast that was fresh and filling, and the coffee was fantastic! The waitresses (though maybe pushing 10th grade...I'm not judging-I'm just saying...) are great. Unlike some places that have a couple of kids that would rather be anywhere else than working. Stop in and have some breakfast... You'll be happy you came into the lower East side of Bloomington.
(5)Bubbles LaTour L.
Fast enough service -- only about 4 tables occupied on a Sunday morning at 8:15, and I'd indicate I did not have a lot of time. Sausage, eggs, toast, and hashbrowns. Good enough except that the hashbrowns were fried in last week's oil--at least that's how they tasted. I will go back for a pastry and coffee, maybe lunch or dinner.
(3)Georgia M.
20 years ago Soile Anderson opened the Taste of Scandinavia with a fistful of Finnish recipes and recreated a bakery straight out of her homeland. From fluffy blueberry muffins and fruit filled danish to homemade Lefse, Lingonberry Cheesecake and Finnish Cadamom Pulla Braid Bread, this Bakery Cafe has a tasty Scandinavian twist! In addition to the bakery treats there is a full lunch and dinner menu available, including salads, sandwiches and three Swedish favorites: The BEST Swedish Meatballs outside of Sweden, Pyttipanna and Pancakes. The Bloomington location is in Festival Foods. This is a gem that should never be missed. The service is fabulous, the food, incredible. I cannot recommend this place enough. Taste of Scandinavia offers catering, custom Wedding Cakes and easy-to-use Internet ordering.
(5)Davin R.
Tasty. A step up from Denny's. We like to eat here on Sunday morning before we shop for groceries.
(4)Cassondra H.
Before I had Lasik they told me to eat a good breakfast... usually this means one bite of white toast and a vat of coffee. Thank goodness my pregnant friend was my driver and recommended Taste of Scandinavia in Bloomington for a little more substance. Delish! We shared the triple berry crepes and the breakfast croissant sandwich. Very large portions and great presentation. I was skeptical at first, being that most cafes in grocery stores are... well, we won't go there. But it was very pleasant, quiet, and I didn't even notice the grocery store part. I can't wait to go back!
(4)Randy N.
Very good food with a very friendly staff. Four stars because they were a little slow bringing out the food (breakfast). Definitely worth trying!
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