Happy Swede Restaurant

The Happy Swede is a newer restaurant in Lindsborg, and we stopped in to have brunch one Saturday morning earlier this summer. We were meeting our family here and despite having a huge group we were promptly seated. The interior of this place feels very small town Kansas, but that's not a bad thing, it just has a homey, casual vibe to it. Our server was incredible. If it was just a review on her hospitality I'd give this place a million stars. Part of the issue, well actually the biggest issue was that she was the only person working in the whole building. Despite being open and having a few tables with folks seated, there was only one person in the whole building and she was the server, the hostess, and the chef. So, we all ordered, all different brunch items, she apologized in advance for how long it might be and then she went back to make our meals. It took probably 45 minutes to get food to come out and it was pretty good overall. I won't say it was incredible or the best omelette I'd ever had, but it held up to other brunch spots and I enjoyed my meal. The main issue was how long it took, and the lack of help the staff had. When we were about halfway through our meal two more folks arrived, one was a very young man who worked to bus the tables etc. and the other was a man who appeared to perhaps be the owner? What really rubbed me the wrong way was how hard the woman in the back was hustling to get food out and how he just walked around and chit chatted with folks, when there were clear issues that morning getting food out the door. It just left me with a poor taste in my mouth regarding how employees and customer satisfaction is valued at this place. Overall though the food was pretty good, and I love supporting local places when we visit Lindsborg. I'm sure we will be back next time we're in town and I hope I have a better experience!

It was alright, my mom's chicken tenders were burnt. But mine were ok. They did have good ranch and the lady behind the counter was friendly. Overall I don't know if I'd comeback but the decor is also really cute, there's a lot of gnomes.

Way over priced for quality of food. Was not impressed with the service either.

Great little place to eat! Interesting menu and all 5 meals we deliciously prepared. Staff was friendly and accommodating even though we showed up just before close!

Went for the first time this evening, very clean and well kept. Had a burger and onion rings the burger was good but the onion rings stole the show. Will try breakfast next time.

I'm hoping to come again after they are open for a while. They were super short staffed and the inside left something to be desired. Their sides were really good but the main dish I got was rough. I feel like they Just need time! And more staff! Normally I would give my experience like this probably 2 stars but those ladies were hustling and I feel like if given a chance, this place could be great.

Definitely worth the bypass of the interstate. We ordered a little bit of everything and loved it all. My favorite was the Swedish Sausages. Service was great and food came quickly.

Gross. The onion rings we were served looked nothing like the pictures in the menu or on the front of the store. The 3 layer monte Cristo (served hot) had a cold layer of deli cut turkey in the middle. My son's hamburger was overly salty and had a really weird texture that I've never tasted in a hamburger. The service was poor as they never came to refill our glasses. The prices are high. Gross.

This was our first time here. We tried the breakfast and lunch. The pancakes are very good. My burger was delicious. The cilantro was a pleasant surprise on the burger. We will definitely be back.

The scrambled eggs with cheese were delicious and a huge helping!! The biscuits and gravy had an odd taste- maybe the seasoning they put on them chives? Not sure. Waitress was pleasant, but talked too much about her personal health issues. Overall very nice atmosphere and clean restaurant: