Door County is a beloved getaway for all Wisconsinites, but did you know there are hidden gems waiting for you year-round? This Swedish restaurant on the peninsula in Sister Bay is sure to make you a customer for life. If you've never tried Swedish pancakes with lingonberries before, get ready for a delight. With an amazing backdrop of the lake, Swedish pancakes that are absolutely addicting, and an authentic yet quirky atmosphere that will make you feel like family, this Door County-famous restaurant is sure to be one of your new favorites.
Welcome to Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik in Sister Bay, WI.
This authentic, family-owned Swedish restaurant has been an icon for over 60 years and has become one of the most famous restaurants in all of Door County.
This amazing lakeside restaurant is one of the only places to get authentic Swedish pancakes, topped with fresh lingonberries. This dish is a true Swedish delicacy, and you've never tasted anything like it.
A Swedish pancake isn't a pancake or a crepe, it's almost a mix of the two. This fluffy, yet flat breakfast dish can be eaten any time of day, and is delicious with a number of toppings.
Al Johnson's is also a "butik" with a large gifts hop inside, complete with Scandinavian gifts and goods. If you're from Norway or Sweden, you're sure to find something fun from your heritage here. The store also sells the batter to their famous Swedish pancakes.
Another thing that makes Al Johnson's so fun is that their waitstaff are all dressed in true Scandinavian garb, and the sod roof is filled with goats.
Yep, you read that correctly. The roof is covered in grass and topped with real goats roaming freely.
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant is one of the most unique in all of Wisconsin, and if the friendly staff or goats haven't made you a lifelong fan, the Swedish pancakes surely will.
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik is located at 10698 N. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay, WI.
For more information, you can visit their website right here.
Have you ever been to Al Johnson's? What did you think? We'd love to hear all about your experience in the comments!
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