Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik
A Swedish restaurant opened in 1949 where goats graze on the sod roof, with Swedish pancakes served all day as the signature dish.
On the lakeshore road in Sister Bay, founded in 1949 by Al Johnson. Goats on the turf roof of the log building have been the most famous sight in Door County since 1974; they go up on the roof from late May to mid-October, with a live camera feed. The signature dish is Swedish pancakes with lingonberry sauce, served all day. There are also Swedish meatballs and pickled herring. Next door are a Nordic gift shop and a beer garden. During peak season, waits can reach 1–2 hours; no reservations. About $15–25 per person.
Opening hours
May–November approx. 6:00 AM–8:00 PM; December–April approx. 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; breakfast served all day year-round
Nearby sights
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant
- Ephraim
- Peninsula State Park
- The Ridges Sanctuary
- Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
- Cana Island Lighthouse
- Newport State Park
- Fish Creek