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IKEA Restaurant
★ 3.0(1 review)Restaurant
casualfamily-friendlyquick-bite
About the Vibe
IKEA Croydon’s restaurant isn’t your average lunch spot, but it’s a solid bet if you’re already in the store or just need a quick, filling bite. The meatballs are still the star, served with creamy mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam on those iconic school-style trays. For something sweeter, try the Daim-inspired cake—surprisingly rich and way more interesting than you’d expect from a flat-pack furniture giant’s cafeteria.
Known For
- •Swedish meatballs
- •Daim cake
- •budget-friendly meals
- •kids' menu
Best For
quick lunchfamily mealsshopping break
1 review
City InsidersEditorialMarch 31, 2026
Solid IKEA comfort food
Let’s be honest: you’re not coming to IKEA Croydon for fine dining. But if you’re already wandering the aisles (or just need a cheap, decent lunch), the restaurant delivers exactly what it promises. The meatballs are the usual suspects—comforting, if not groundbreaking—and the Daim cake is a pleasant surprise, tasting like a caramelised bar of chocolate in cake form. It’s spacious, clean, and kid-friendly, which is no small feat in a place where toddlers can run wild.
The service is efficient, if a bit impersonal, and the prices are hard to beat for a sit-down meal. It’s not the kind of place you’d plan a date night around, but it’s perfect for a no-fuss meal while you shop or grab a bite before heading home. Just don’t expect gourmet flair—it’s IKEA food, plain and simple.