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Björk Cafe & Bistro, New York, NY

Björk Cafe & Bistro

4.7
4.7
291 Reviews
$30 and under
Scandinavian

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
Björk Café & Bistro offers an inviting Scandinavian-inspired dining experience right in the heart of NYC- Murray Hill. Step into our relaxed and modern setting, where Nordic elegance meets fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Chef Ulrika Bengtsson's menu draws from traditional Scandinavian flavors, spotlighting unique, family-inspired dishes that balance comfort and creativity. Whether you're here for a cozy lunch, a leisurely brunch, or an early dinner, our dishes are thoughtfully crafted to bring a taste of the Nordics to each bite.

Björk Café & Bistro is perfect for both intimate gatherings and casual meals with friends or family. Our team is dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming experience, ensuring each visit feels special. Join us for an authentic culinary journey, complemented by a selection of artisan coffees, teas, and carefully curated wines. We look forward to welcoming you to Björk Café & Bistro, where every meal is a celebration of flavor and culture.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scandinavian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 847-9745
  • Website
    http://www.bjorkcafe.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ulrika Bengtsson
  • Location
    58 Park Ave, New York, NY 10016-3007
  • Neighborhood
    Murray Hill
  • Cross street
    37th street and 38th street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Close to Grand Central
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • C'HRISTMAS EVE - SCANDINAVIAN JULBORD

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Christmas Eve Scandinavian Julbord – Adults $135 Children under 12 $45 Join us for a festive, traditional Scandinavian Julbord! Indulge in an extensive Christmas Eve buffet featuring Nordic classics like pickled herring, cured salmon, Swedish meatballs, and aromatic Julskinka (holiday ham). Round out your meal with warm glögg (mulled wine) and holiday desserts like saffron buns and creamy rice pudding. Reserve your spot now to experience a cozy Nordic holiday feast!

  • NEW YEARS EVE - SCANDINAVIAN STYLE

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    New Year's Eve at Björk Cafe & Bistro $85 Celebrate New Year’s Eve with us Scandinavian-style! Indulge in a curated five-course prix fixe dinner, crafted to take your tastebuds on a Nordic journey. Each dish is inspired by the season and Scandinavian tradition, blending classic flavors with a modern twist. Toast the New Year early with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine at 6:00 PM—Scandinavian Midnight!!! The menu is a culinary journey through the Scandinavian Countries - Finnish Duck, Norwegian Shrimp, Danish Herring, Icelantic Cod, Swedish Meatballs and end it with a Nordic Grand Dessert
    NEW YEARS EVE - SCANDINAVIAN STYLE Photo

Menu

Available Weekdays 11AM-8PM & Saturdays 4PM-8PM

Dagens

  • Monday$24.00

    Lindström with mashed potatoes, green peas and pickled cucumber

    • Tuesday$24.00

      Laxpudding - With brown butter & horseradish ($24 for Lunch/$34 for Dinner with dessert included)

      • Wednesday$24.00

        Roasted Chicken with seasonal vegetables & spicy aioli ($24 for Lunch/$34 for Dinner with dessert included)

        • Thursday$26.00

          Baked Cod with Egg Sauce ($26 for Lunch/$35 for Dinner with dessert included)

          • Friday$24.00

            HAVREDALS 50/50 MEATLOAF served with cream sauce, fingerling potatoes, green peas, and lingonberry preserve ($24 for Lunch/$34 for Dinner with dessert included)

            Savory Potato Waffles

            • Savory Potato Waffles$23.00

              Bacon & Lingonberry Preserve

              • Savory Potato Waffles$23.00

                with Seaweed Roe, dairy free sour cream & onion

                • Savory Potato Waffles$25.00

                  with Gravlax & Honey Mustard Sauce

                  • Savory Potato Waffles$25.00

                    with Swedish Cold Water Shrimp and lemon & dill dressing

                    • Savory Potato Waffles$27.00

                      with White Fish Roe, dairy free sour cream & inion

                      • Savory Potato Waffles$23.00

                        with Roasted vegetables, Stockeld Dreamery Dairy free smoked paprika & chilli cream cheese

                        Open-Faced Sandwiches

                        • Gravlax & Honey Mustard Sauce$9.00

                          • Herring & Egg$9.00

                            • Gentleman's Delight$9.00

                              • Roast Beef & Remoulade$9.00

                                • Meatballs & Beet Salad$9.00

                                  • Chicken Salad$9.00

                                    • Stockeld Dreamery & Roasted Vegetables$9.00

                                      Potato Wrap

                                      • Frankfurter Sausage $28.00

                                        with mashed potatoes, pickled cucumber, mustard and crispy onions

                                        Soups

                                        • Potato & Leek Soup$16.00

                                          • Beluga Lentil Soup$16.00

                                            • Fish & Shellfish Bisque$25.00

                                              Classics

                                              • Herring Plate$24.00

                                                • Räkmacka$21.00

                                                  Organic whole wheat bread topped with mixed greens, egg, lemon, dill mayo & nordic cold water shrimp

                                                  • Gravlax with Honey Mustard Sauce$26.00

                                                    4 slices, gravlax sauce, and lemon dill. Served with cream potatoes

                                                    • Toast Skagen$26.00

                                                      Shrimp salad on white toast

                                                      • Smörgåsbord Plate$29.00

                                                        Gravlax, Mustard Sauce, Pickled herring, Herb Herring, Jansson's Temptation, red beet salad, 3 meatballs, lingonberries, pickled cucumeber and boiled potato

                                                        • Swedish Meatballs $28.00

                                                          with lingonberry, cucumber and mashed potatoes

                                                          • Björk’s Duet Hiddenfjord Salmon Cured & Tartare$18.00

                                                            With crispy greens, toast & cracker

                                                            Larger Plates

                                                            • Baked Stuffed Pepper$28.00

                                                              with wild mushroom, crispy& pickled onion, roasted sweet pepper coulis & Colman's mustard sauce

                                                              • Brisket with Samashed Turnip$32.00

                                                                with parsley & pickled red cabagge

                                                                • Baked Icelandic Cod$35.00

                                                                  with fingerling potatoes, cold water shrimp, egg & dill

                                                                  • Baked Artic Char$35.00

                                                                    with spinach, salmon roe & Sandefjord Sauce

                                                                    • Braised Short Ribs$37.00

                                                                      with parsnip pure & crispy sunchokes

                                                                      Salads

                                                                      • Crispy Greens $18.00

                                                                        with Lemon & Olive Oil

                                                                        • West Coast $24.00

                                                                          with cold water shrimp, potatos, eggs & creamy lemon yogurt dressing

                                                                          • Quinoa$18.00

                                                                            with roasted seasonal vegetables

                                                                            Desserts

                                                                            • Crispy Swedish Waffle Crispy Swedish Waffle with jam & whipped cream$12.00

                                                                              Crispy Swedish Waffle with jam & whipped cream

                                                                              • Flourless Chocolate Cake $14.00

                                                                                with whipped cream

                                                                                • Nordic Creme Brulée $14.00

                                                                                  • Almond & Hazelnut Cake$12.00

                                                                                    • Marängsviss$10.00

                                                                                      • Fruit Cup$12.00

                                                                                        • Solero$14.00

                                                                                          A swedish tropical dessert - Vanilla coconut cake, mango sorbet, tartar of pineapple & mango

                                                                                          • Rhubarb Crumble & Vaniljsås$12.00

                                                                                            • Nordic Float$12.00

                                                                                              Last updated: October 17, 2024

                                                                                              What 291 people are saying

                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                              4.7
                                                                                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                              • 4.7Food
                                                                                              • 4.5Service
                                                                                              • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                              • 4.4Value

                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                              Björk Cafe & Bistro offers a charming Scandinavian dining experience with "great food" and "extra friendly service." Located conveniently near Grand Central Station, it boasts a "lively atmosphere" and "quiet dinners" in a "romantic place." Guests appreciate the thoughtful accommodations for dietary needs and the authentic Scandinavian menu.

                                                                                              291 Reviews

                                                                                              1. Karin

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                I love the ambiance there (although I really miss the birch tree that was there before). I think the food is great, even though I am vegetarian, there are still enough choices to make me happy, and the staff REALLY pay attention to what you want!

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                                                                                              2. Joyce

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                99 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                99 reviews

                                                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                Every person I've brought here has loved it. The food is always good, and the ambiance is nice. It has become one of my go-to places.

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                                                                                              3. Magnus

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                I love this Place - Service always tentative and friendly and the food is delicious! Not the reason why I go but I must say its pretty affordable too, especially the daily specials that is incredibly in expensive!!! You go Here when you get cravings for some of the best Scandinavian special!! You will love it!

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                                                                                              4. Margaret-Ann

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Lovely and helpful staff! Thanks for your kindness!
                                                                                                Björk Cafe & BistroResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                                Dear Margaret-Ann, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed your visit and found our staff lovely and helpful. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

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                                                                                              5. Elizabeth

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                Salt Lake City

                                                                                                128 reviews

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                128 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                I always enjoy coming by around the holidays. Very festive & lively. Nice lunch options and tasty food. The whole setting is unique and special. A NYC favorite.
                                                                                                Björk Cafe & BistroResponded on December 9, 2024
                                                                                                Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the festive atmosphere, tasty food, and unique setting. It’s an honor to be one of your NYC favorites, especially during the holidays. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Happy Holidays,

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                                                                                              6. Susann

                                                                                                Alabama

                                                                                                5 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                5 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Being Swedish this food is authentic and amazing. Atmosphere is ambient and cozy. 

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                                                                                              7. Claire R.

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on November 28, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We love Bjork! The food is always delicious and the service is impeccable. Also, the restaurant is quiet and calm, which we appreciate. We can't wait to come back!
                                                                                                Björk Cafe & BistroResponded on December 5, 2024
                                                                                                Dear Claire, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the food, service, and calm ambiance. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Björk Cafe & Bistro Team

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                                                                                              8. Linda

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on November 26, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Airy modern room, casual and Scandinavian in feel. Nice menu of well-prepared classics from herring to Swedish meatballs to gravlax. Not a cheap lunch and portions are not huge, but it’s different and delicious. Very near Morgan Library.
                                                                                                Björk Cafe & BistroResponded on November 27, 2024
                                                                                                Dear Linda, Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our Scandinavian ambiance and classic dishes like herring, Swedish meatballs, and gravlax. Your feedback on portions and pricing is appreciated as we strive to perfect our offerings. We hope to welcome you back soon—perhaps after a visit to the Morgan Library!

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                                                                                              9. Daryl

                                                                                                Toronto

                                                                                                28 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                28 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on November 21, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We love the Scandinavian food, value and modern decor. Service is always prompt and considerate. We visit every time we’re in New York.
                                                                                                Björk Cafe & BistroResponded on November 22, 2024
                                                                                                Thank you so much, Daryl! We're thrilled to hear you love our Scandinavian food, the value we offer, and our modern decor. It means a lot to us that you make a point to visit whenever you're in New York. We look forward to welcoming you back soon—tack så mycket! 😊

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                                                                                              10. Charis

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                13 reviews

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                13 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on November 21, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                I really like the set dinners of the week. I’ve eaten everyday of the week by now and look forward to it. It was $25 last year but $35 right now. I think it’s very expensive and not a good value at all but I keep going back because I go to the films downstairs. The portions are too small and the slice of cake gets smaller and smaller. But the set meal is very pretty and that is how I like to eat,; a complete meal including a soup, a salad, an entree, a dessert and coffee. So I just pretend that I’m a child, eating little child portions. After the film ends, I go and get a real dinner.
                                                                                                Björk Cafe & BistroResponded on November 29, 2024
                                                                                                Dear Charis, Thank you for your feedback and for being a loyal guest. We’re delighted you enjoy our set dinners and the complete dining experience they offer. We believe bread, small salad, main course, dessert, and coffee for $35 represents good value, but we’ll reflect on your comments about portion sizes to ensure our guests leave fully satisfied. Your visits mean a lot to us, and we hope to continue being part of your evenings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Björk Cafe & Bistro team

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                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                              Björk Cafe & Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 847-9745.

                                                                                              Björk Cafe & Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 291 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                              Make a reservation

                                                                                              2 people
                                                                                              9:30 PM
                                                                                              Booked 6 times today
                                                                                              Experiences are available.

                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                              Google Map for Björk Cafe & Bistro

                                                                                              58 Park Ave, New York, NY 10016-3007

                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                              • Cross street
                                                                                                37th street and 38th street
                                                                                              • Neighborhood
                                                                                                Murray Hill
                                                                                              • Hours of operation
                                                                                                Mon, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm
                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                Scandinavian
                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                Business Casual
                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                None
                                                                                              • Public transit
                                                                                                Close to Grand Central
                                                                                              • Payment options
                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                              • Executive chef
                                                                                                Ulrika Bengtsson
                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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