IKEA Restaurant — Restaurant in St. Louis

“Inedible, dangerous, and disgusting.” I’m half joking but that it what I said to my husband about it while eating there with our kids yesterday. My husband added “disappointing.” “Inedible” because I got a scoop of undercooked, unseasoned broccoli butts (no flowers at all!) “Dangerous” because my cup had a long, gaping crack down the side. “Disgusting” because our table was smeared with dry sauce and there was just crud everywhere (I do want to say that the cleaners were being active and seemed to be working hard). The meatballs and potatoes were fine but there was no gravy. Half of the drinks were out of order. The table was super wobbly (in a furniture store haha). I’ve eaten there several times. Even when they first opened. And it just always seems grimy/dirty, they are always out of something, and the line always takes way longer than expected. It’s just...

Great products and food at good cost. The swedish meatball meal is great for around $5.00. The dining area looks over the city with floor to ceiling windows. You can get free coffee or tea with an Ikea family card. They have a kiosk you can sign up with. There is also a great area little children can go to while parents shop, for free, usually for at least 30-40 minutes during busy times, and more time during slower times. There is an area with a bottle warmer, microwave, and bibs near the dining area to help parents and children during their time there, as well as children's tables and chairs and children's television. Stop by the food area on the way out to get some ice cream, cinnamon rolls, or take home some swedish...

Oh my goodness! This place is magical! My friends told me it was like Disneyland for adults. I thought this was silly, how great can a furniture store really be? But good gracious, Ikea is mindblowingly amazing!! I went with my boyfriend, just to look for a nightstand. I left with all kinds of household knick knacks that I swear I needed. Also got a new bookshelf. He left with a similar quantity of household knick knacks, and the desire to redesign his entire house. Plus, the food in the restaurant is delicious. The Swedish Meatballs met my high expectations, the desserts were delicious, and the sparkling pear water is soooo refreshing. We are already planning a trip...