Swede Hollow Cafe

We found this place on a search for a nearby breakfast restaurant. It was with walking distance from our airbnb. The place is an old reused house and is very neat to either eat upstairs or out on the patio. We chose the patio and it was very pleasant. We order the hashbrown platter, the French toast, we had a coffee and a chai tea. All were excellent choices especially for sharing as we got to try both options and the portions were sufficient for doing so. I will say the french toast was very sweet. It was like having dessert for breakfast. :) If we lived in the area, we'd probably frequent this restaurant. The staff even bring your food to your table so you don't have to wait before sitting down after ordering at the counter.

What a hidden gem! Swede Hollow Cafe is the perfect spot if you’re looking for a cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and a touch of nature right in the city. The breakfast sandwiches were absolutely amazing — fresh, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The coffee was rich and smooth, just the right way to start the morning. I especially loved the outdoor seating area surrounded by greenery — it feels so peaceful, almost like a secret garden. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. This place has such a unique charm, and I’ll definitely be coming back again and again. Highly recommend it to anyone who loves good food, great coffee, and a warm, inviting atmosphere! 🌿☕🥪

Other than the miscommunication - Their cinnamon rolls and French toast are a must-try! It was my first time @ Swede Hollow Cafe and I would definitely recommend. The park is right around the corner of the cafe - so I definitely went for a stroll afterwards. The sweet girl who took my order was recently hired. She informed me that after ordering my drink, I’d have to pick it up at the end of the bar. Since I ordered food, I received a number tag. I went upstairs to place my tag on a table, walked by downstairs to wait for my drink. 20 minutes later, I check in with the baristas and they said my drink and food had already been delivered to my table. Although I didn’t mind warm French toast and a room temperature lavender latte, I would have appreciated if they offered to remake the drink (since it had been sitting out for a bit) or apologize for not communicating. The baristas did inform me though that they only brought the drink out because I had ordered food, too. 🙏🥲

4.5 stars feels about right. You order at the counter. A respectable amount of options for breakfast and lunch. The space is quite cool, multiple levels of seating. A nice outdoor space with an adjacent garden. It had just been lightning raining so I didn't eat outside, but will go back on a nicer day to try another menu item. I had the backed hashbrow platter. It was tasty.

This is an AMAZING cafe!!! Right away we were greeted with a warm welcome. The service was phenomenal, and the food was even better. A little pricey, but TOTALLY worth it. The cinnamon roll was absolutely to die for. I would recommend this cafe a thousand times to everyone. Definitely a great hidden spot in St. Paul!!