The Swedish Pantry is not as great as it sounds. This place needs a good cleaning and needs to take its garage sale items out of the front entry as it was crowded. I thought to myself," is this a rummage sale or a restaurant?" Waitress was really friendly. Menu was small for breakfast. I ordered simple breakfast of 1 egg, 1 Swedish pancake and a slice of bacon. The Swedish pancake was so-so with rubbery texture and a sad little potion of seedy lingonberry. The IKEA lingonberry are much better. That plate was 9.99. Not worth the money spent. My hubby got 2 eggs over easy, sausage and Swedish rye toast. The sausages were plump and large and tasted great. The toast was the star of the plate. Waitress said they bake fresh every other day. Would I come back? Probably not..... not for the price or amt of food. read more

Swedish Pantry - Too pricy for little amt or quality of food. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

What a fun spot! Lots to look at like the cutest collection of clocks and Swedish art. But come for the Swedish pancakes! We shared this beauty of a pancake covered with warm spiced peaches and immediately wished we had ordered two! A Swedish pancake is a little more custard like than the traditional American pancakes at other places. It's a wonderful taste treat. They offer it in a variety of ways from plain with butter and syrup to covered with lingonberry. We opted for the peaches and were delighted! We also tried their potato pancakes and received three large golden brown pancakes served with applesauce and sour cream. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. We'd never had them in any other place so have no basis for comparison so give them a try. The seemed to need salt and the pitcher of liquid butter served on every table helped. Yes a pitcher of warm melted butter on every table. We heard people talking about how good their homemade soup is so we tried their split pea soup. I don't like split pea soup but this was awesome. Smoky goodness with chunks of ham potatoes carrots and onions. I'm a convert. Try the soup! Who cares if you're also eating pancakes?! Both are amazing! read more

Swedish Pantry - Swedish pancake with spiced peaches - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

Outstanding potato pancakes! Very friendly service. I highly recommend stopping by when in Escanaba!!!

This is undeniably a unique place to have breakfast. The food is hearty and like homemade.the staff are consistently friendly and thoughtful. We managed to sit down right as a group of ten sat and our waitress made sure to get our order for two in before the ten top so we wouldn't have to wait a long time. We had an enormous cinnamon roll which we shared a 1/4 of then took the rest home. The Swedish pancakes and sausage are hearty and will keep you going all day. We hiked it off in a local park. We wanted to each try something different so ended up taking home so much food because portions are enough for a football player. Delicious food though. read more

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This is a great breakfast on the way to Marquette. The decor is fun and besides a great swedish breakfast was even better. The staff and owner were pleasant. And it also was a Swedish bakery. Great place worth the stop read more

I'm always leery of restaurants that claim to have the best food in town but Swedish Pantry lived up to all expectations. I got the Swedish pancakes and meatballs. I'm not a meatball person but it's such an iconic Swedish food that I had to try it. So good! Both the pancakes and meatballs were perfectly made - not too much salt in the meatballs, not too much sugar in the pancakes. My husband got the potato pancakes and they were fabulous! read more

Looking at the reviews the average is four stars. They are wrong. It's definitely five stars across the board!! Food! Service! Ambiance! Unique knickknacks to check out while you wait. The potato pancakes are made from scratch-peeled and shredded when ordered and amazing. Swedish meatballs and pancakes......drool worthy! Must go here. read more

Breakfast Swedish pancakes with all the fixins also a bakery! Funky decor we liked it!

We are driving back home and decides to stop and get breakfast before heading out and the second I saw a Swedish pancake/ meatball combo for breakfast I knew the meatball gods were looking down on me today :') the food was FANTASTIC! Service was fine it's a busy small town restaurant so speedy service wasn't expected. Staff was very kind and know how to make a mean meatball! read more

Swedish Pantry - French toast. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

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A Swedish pancake is like a crepe and a pancake had a beautiful, beautiful, delicious child. I ordered the pancakes with strawberries and fresh whipped cream and they were absolutely delectable. The place is cute, the staff is friendly, and the price was great. I love the quirky little shop in the front of the store! This will definitely be my go-to breakfast place in Escanaba! read more

Food was absolutely great. Service was outstanding and the ambiance was friendly and inviting. This place is a must try. I guarantee you won't regret it read more

The little flag down from the door says Please Support Us ... we entered and were greeted with "we close in 15 minutes" ... so are you open? Are we welcome? Do you want support? Meanwhile folks entered behind us stayed so we did. Decided quickly & ordered salad and "swedish pancakes" figuring that would not complicate the kitchen. My so-called pancakes were raw I was afraid to eat them ... had to send back ... not even close to being cooked! So the hurried kitchen caused its' own delay. *I waved & waved to get the server's attention (to the amusement of several who noticed) but she was racing around cleaning tables, never looked up/checked on us. I nearly got up and walked over -that seemed aggressive. **Meanwhile her colleague was saying loud enough for customers to hear only X amount til we close only X tables to go. !!! Support us what a joke. As for the food, once I got the cooked "Swedish pancakes" I will declare them to be ok crepes. I have both cooked & eatened these at Swedish cafes many times. These are crepes. I did manage to douse with the *tablespoon* of ligonberries ... a real waste of $$. Meanwhile my husband's salad with crab (we hoped doesn't say imitation on the menu) and tiny shrimp was just mediocre and served on a bed of only iceberg lettuce. When he asked what the dressing was he was told "it goes with that salad. !!" Our destination for lunch closed at 2 perhaps this spot should too. The servers are running around cleaning and not attending to those eating. Have been here before but definitely wont be back. Travelling on past glory and local fondness I'd say IMO. read more

We had a really rough night attempting to camp in the wind in Gladstone so we were in less than a good mood when we stopped by for breakfast here. Fortunately the food was so amazing it helped turn our day around! The french toast was so good my husband ate what he had cold, leftover, the next day. I loved the Swedish pancakes. The service was very slow/hit and miss, but the food is worth waiting for. This also seems to be a very local joint, where everyone knows everyone else which is kind of fun to sit and observe. All in all, this place is great! read more

Swedish Pantry - Swedish pancakes with lingonberry sauce - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

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Authentic swedish restaurant that will make you feel like you're in Europe. The Swedish style pancake tastes more like a crepe than a traditional American pancake, and taste great with lots of melted butter, fruit, and syrup. I've never had a meatball for breakfast before, but I have to admit that I like it. read more

Swedish Pantry - Swedish pancake breakfast with meatballs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

Definitely the best food in town! Quirky and cute little shop with cozy home atmosphere. Very sweet and welcoming staff. The Swedish pancakes were to die for and the Swedish fries hit the spot. read more

Best meatballs IN THE UNIVERSE. Order the Swedish pancakes. The portion size of Potato pancakes was huge. The staff is so nice and welcoming. The servers are very attentive and the hostess was very sweet and accommodating. If you are in the UP this is a 100% necessary stop. I have a Ram with a large trailer and had no problem parking on the main road in Escanaba. The ladies put a birthday candle in my pie for my birthday. This is the best kind of restaurant. I would give 50,000/10 rating. read more

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A local staple. No alcohol served, family-friendly. We come here once a year around July 4th. Home cooking with Swedish specialities. I almost always get the swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, and mashed rutabaga. If you're a coffee drinker they give you a full pot of coffee on the table. Don't forget that homemade desserts including the Raspberry pie - awesome! everything hanging on the wall in the dining room is for sale and there is a small gift area at the front of the restaurant. They also have home baked items such as bread huge cinnamon rolls and cookies that you can purchase. read more

Swedish Pantry - Tick tock, lots of clocks! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

Great atmosphere, good food, strange decor (unless you are buying wall clocks... Definitely worth a detour! Meatballs are what you want read more

Very good breakfast and lunch restaurant with excellent limpa bread. Service is fast and attentive. Restaurant is popular so be prepared to wait during the morning rush. read more

The kids and I all had the Swedish pancakes. They were delicious and perfectly cooked. My kids have never eaten so fast as they did here.

Great breakfast food. Eggs cooked perfect meatball and sauce both very good. Serve homemade breads. read more

Swedish Pantry - Simple breakfast with sausage and Swedish potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

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Very delicious and unique entrées to choose from and some of the best bakery you'll ever have! Wonderful throwback to traditional European cooking. Will definitely come back read more

My husband & I ordered their #1 Seller, Famous Swedish Pancakes served with Meatballs & Imported Swedish Lingonberries, coffee & their award winning (multiple times) Oatmeal-white chocolate-cranberry cookie. Though traveling through MI & not of Swedish heritage, I recommend Swedish Pantry as a MUST STOP for a delicious authentic meal - or treat! Side note: The owner for 40+ years, Phyllis, is a gracious kind hostess! read more

If you're looking for an authentic Swedish pancake breakfast or a delicious BLT stop in the Swedish Pantry. It's just a few blocks out of your way to step back in time to homemade EVERYTHING! The staff is great, especially Phyllis your host, and the kitschy decor--especially the dozens of wooden apples that hang from the ceiling--add to your experience. I took a loaf of cardamom coffee cake to enjoy at home but loaves of fresh baked bread (oatmeal, Swedish rye and white) traveled on trays through the dining room to their destination at the front bakery counter. I dare you to leave without a loaf or two! read more

What a fun place to eat in Escanaba! I thought the prices were just a liiittle high- lowering by just $1-$2 per plate would help a lot, I think. But the food was really good! I got the Swedish sampler plate. I loved the potato dumpling and the Swedish meatballs with lingonberry jam! I thought the potato sausage was really unique and interesting, but the flavor and texture were just a little odd for me. I'm glad I tried it, but I don't think I would order that again. I'd never had rutabagas outside of pasties, and was not a fan- it just sort of tasted like a bowl of bland mush. Their cole slaw was REALLY good though, possibly one of the best I've had! Overall, I had a lot of fun trying new foods, and bought a bag of their own Swedish pancake mix on my way out! read more

Excellant food and owner is very pleasant!! Highly recommend . Excellant bakery goods.

Cleanest and finest restaurant on these shores. A must visit place. Please don't miss it. read more

Swedish Pantry - Cleanest and finest restaurant in town. We loved it. A must visit on these shores. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

Saw Swedish Pantry on an episode of Under the Radar Michigan on YouTube while researching places to visit during our summer vacation to the UP. WOW !!! We arrived at the perfect time, 2:40 on a Monday. There was only 12 people in the dining room. I had the Swedish Sampler and it was FANTASTIC. Katie, our server was very attentive, helped us with our selections and answered all our questions regarding some of the dishes unfamiliar to us. read more

We just had a wonderful breakfast here at the Swedish Pantry. Phyllis the owner greets everyone at the front door and there is a very cozy, eclectic atmosphere to eat great food. My husband enjoyed his special Swedish Pancakes so much that he ordered seconds. I have enjoyed homemade soups served piping hot and the smell of hot fresh bread makes your mouth water. Come and check this place out when you are in the Escanaba area! Yum!! read more

Did the pancake special seen on Under the Radar. Meal was pretty great but host was flat and uninviting. Felt like an annoyance rather than a customer. read more

First of all, this place is full of colorful knock knacks that move and chime and play music. It's a baby wonderland if you have an infant that needs to be entertained. Food was very good, fast and hot. Had a great, filling breakfast. I got the Swedish pancakes, my husband had an omelet with two Swedish meatballs on the side. We'll come back! read more

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Really enjoyed dining at this local joint with the family! The French toast is absolutely phenomenal & the veggie omelet is hands down the best I've ever had! Very welcoming & great service! read more

Good to try this place at least once but we weren't super impressed. The soups were fine but the Swedish sampler wasn't very good - kinda boring and bland. The Swedish pancakes were fine. Service after the soups was very slow but it's a hopping place. I could go back but I'd try some other places in Escanaba first. read more

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The food was delicious! The restaurants ambience is very homey and calming. The knickknacks add charm instead of making the place feel cramped. Our servers were so kind and made our time there great. read more

The service was awesome and the food was fantastic!!! Everything is homemade and so delicious! The Swedish Pantry is a must when in Escanaba!! Thank you, Phyllis!!!! read more

We decided to take the 6 hour round trip drive from Sault Saint Marie in order to try Swedish Pantry. My partner in crime is Swedish and dreams if the Swedish food his mother used to make. So what did we do? We ordered your basic smorgasbord: potato pancakes, Swedish pancakes (crêpes) in the form of the breakfast combo because you can pick Swedish meatballs or Swedish potato sausage as part of the combo, which includes two very yummy pancakes and one small piece of sausage. We ordered two Swedish Meat Balls as a side. No side of potato sausage was present on the menu. The sausage is slightly bland and a grey boiled color. The casing rather rubbery in texture. Would probably have been yummy if browned/fried? The Meatballs are tasty,served with a caned brown gravy ? Of course we were served..... Lingonberries imported from Sweden! A very good product. Three large potato pancakes come in an order. The potatoes are shredded fresh and served crispy with sour cream and apple sauce. Now let's talk about the amazing Swedish Pancakes. For those of you not familiar, these are like a crepe. Two come with the combo to include either butter and syrup or lingonberries. Go for the berries y'all. LOL We will request the sausage be grilled the next time we dine. We will be back! Total bill about $30.00. Oh, there are no caps/T-shirt's/sweatshirts with the Pantry's name nor Swedish in nature. A few choice small woven ornaments, pancake mix, imported Lingonberries and maybe a mug or two. There is a very awesome selection of painted ceramic wall clocks in the shape of Dogs, Cats, to include children's and coffee themed designs. Oh, really cool sewing and kitchen themed clocks too!!! read more

Someone told me to check this place out on my way through town and I wasn't disappointed. The owner recommended the Swedish pancakes and I can't believe I never knew this kind of food existed. Great spot in a unique little town! read more

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Ordered Swedish dumpling ham, hardly any ham , just bland dumpling. Bread for half a sandwich was stale, like it sat out for awhile! Will not be back read more

Delicious food and excellent service. The owner was so sweet. She recommended the Swedish pancakes with fresh lingonberries and Swedish meatballs. Yum. They had many desserts that I would have liked to try, but no room for them. read more

Swedish Pantry - Swedish pancakes and Swedish meatballs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Escanaba, Michigan

The Swedish pancakes with lingonberries were great. The meatballs were good: average. Rice pudding was delicious.