The Best IKEA Food Court Menu Items, Ranked

Ah, IKEA. The land of affordable housewares, decked-out showrooms, and enough assembly instructions to keep the paper industry alive and well. While most people probably associate the Swedish furniture store with its sleek product design, the shopping experience is never complete without a visit to their (surprisingly affordable) food court. Here is a ranking of 20 delicious menu items.

Not only do they have the classic ballpark dog, but the company recently unveiled a veggie version (which is essentially a longer version of their veggie meatball). Score two hot dogs, chips, and a drink for $2.50.

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Heart-shaped waffles aren't just for Valentine's Day. You can feel the love all year round at the in-store IKEA restaurant with their not-too-thick waffles. Best part? They're only a buck.

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Three words: creamy, cheesy potatoes. Enough said about this delicious side dish. You can also pick these up in the Bistro frozen section for $5.49.

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Nothing slays a beautiful summer day better than soft serve. The IKEA Bistro offers up the swirl for a cool $1.

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There are a few different ways you can doctor up IKEA's penne pasta. Throw in some meatballs for a traditional dish, or mix it up with some veggies — either way, it only sets you back $3.

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Anyone who has been across the pond knows IKEA's English Breakfast is up to par. The $4.99 dish includes eggs, potatoes, beans, tomatoes, and meat.

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Try and imagine a layer of white cream between two powdered buns. Now imagine it only costing a mere few bucks. Tastes even better, right?

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Almost every dish is better with a side of fries. Most options on the menu include them in the meal. IKEA's fries aren't too thick, and they're not too thin — they are the perfect size of salted potato goodness.

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Salmon can be a fishy (pun intended) risk at some restaurants. But IKEA's seafood passes the test, and it's also very affordable. The salmon menu offerings all hover around the $6.99 price point.

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Listen, chicken and fries are not just for the children's menu. Adults have the right to enjoy them too... especially when it only costs $5.99.

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Cinnamon rolls are the window to the soul. IKEA's version of the yummy 99-cent breakfast pastry is one of their newer menu additions. Enjoy it with your eggs or wash it down with a hot coffee.

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If you're basic and enjoy pumpkin-flavored everything, the pumpkin cupcake with vanilla icing is a must-have. The 99-cent cupcake is a limited seasonal offering, so the next time you're hitting up IKEA in the fall be sure to keep an eye out.

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For $1.25 a slice, who isn't on board with the pizza IKEA has to offer? They typically have traditional pepperoni and cheese, but they occasionally have other topping options to tickle your fancy.

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What's a Princess Cake, you might ask? A sweet fondant shell surrounds white and fluffy cream, which sits atop a moist cake. A couple of bites, and you'll be clamoring for more of the $1.50 treat.

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You can never lose with a good layered dessert. Enjoy yummy cake, topped with rich frosting and sprinkled with toasted almonds for $2.50.

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There is a trick to good garlic bread — the garlic-to-butter ratio has to be just right. But IKEA has mastered the art of balance. Throw a slice on your plate for under a buck.

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Lox and a side of fruit provide a fresh alternative to the traditional bacon and eggs breakfast. They also sell the cured, cold-smoked salmon in the Bistro's frozen section for $7.99.

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This autumn favorite and Thanksgiving staple can be enjoyed year-round for $1.99. It's so good that you might need to grab two slices.

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If you happen to be an early-bird, IKEA's traditional breakfast is the cheapest route. The dollar deal includes eggs, potatoes, and meat. You can even splurge and add toast or a waffle for a few extra bucks.

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The number one spot, naturally, goes to an IKEA classic. The company recently riffed on their iconic Swedish meatball to include a line featuring chicken, veggie, and salmon meatballs. Paired with mashed potatoes or veggies (and the essential dollop of Lingonberry jam), the dish typically comes to a grand total of $5.99

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