The Solvang Bakery was our last stop before heading out. During busy weekends this little shop is…read moreso crowded that we've avoided going inside. Today was a perfectly slow day that we found ourselves the only customers in the late afternoon. We were able to take our time browsing every shelf and display. The gingerbread houses were amazing. Everything looked so tasty, especially those Danish buttercookies beautifully boxed and wrapped with ribbon. I found myself going back to them until finally giving in to buying a couple to share with family. The type and shape of the buttercookies is slightly different in each box. A small bag is also available. Super-cute, bright, clean and organized. Friendly staff. I'm so glad we finally had a chance to visit.

The Solvang Bakery is one of a couple Danish bakeries in Solvang California. They all offer similar…read morepastries but in their unique way. The Solvang Bakery offers a delightful section of pastries and breads, including their Jalapeño Onion Cheese Bread, amazing gingerbread cookies, almond kringle, and authentic buttery Danish butter cookies. I personally could not get enough of their amazing Jalapeño Onion Cheese Bread loaf. It has a blend of cheddar cheese, poppy seeds, onion, and a bit of garlic, creating a flavorful experience. Along with its cozy ambiance, clean bakery, and friendly staff, this is a must visit location when in town.

My family and I knew that it was a must to stop into a Danish bakery while in Solvang and…read moreMortensen's was first! Mortensen's is a landmark in Solvang, the building is huge and they even have nice lawn area where you can sit and enjoy your treats! We ordered an assortment of cookies, an Almond Croissant, Cheese Danish and a Pistachio Bar. There were so many pastries to choose from - we had a hard time walking away and not buying one of everything! They had tubs of Danish Butter Cookies and massive Danish Kringles! They also had plenty of seating inside as well! I loved seeing all of the Spring and Easter decorations throughout - it was a very welcoming atmosphere! Staff were also friendly and gave recommendations! I would definitely come back and visit Mortensen's the next time I am in Solvang! Check them out!

Take a look at my photos first--the cake and the bill just didn't match. I ordered three items (two…read morecakes and a coffee), but the receipt only listed two, and they weren't even the items I had. I checked the menu and realized the bill was actually for less than I should have paid; it was likely mixed up with the customer sitting next to me, who I remember had ordered a Napoleon. Looking at the prices later, I found the menu quite strange: the Chocolate Eclair is $11.95, while the Napoleon is a dollar less. Anyone who has ever made both will admit that an eclair is much easier to prepare than a Napoleon--in fact, an eclair might be the easiest item in a bakery. It's an interesting pricing choice. This bakery must be very famous; even the AI I used to plan my trip from Pasadena to San Jose recommended it. Since it isn't peak season, I easily found a parking spot on the main street, which was a relief compared to ten years ago when I had to drive in circles to find one. Even in the off-season, there was still a line--not too long, but a line nonetheless. The pastries in the case were all beautifully made and looked delicious. It was difficult to decide, but I eventually chose a Chocolate Eclair and a Danish Waffle. I went with the eclair because it was one of the few Western-style cakes available in my hometown of Shanghai when I was growing up. I've loved them since childhood. Back then, the only other Western desserts we could find were Palmiers, Chestnut Cream Cakes, and cups of whipped cream that you would just eat directly. The eclair tasted excellent, with a texture that was a perfect mix of soft and crispy. The cream was a little oily but still acceptable, and while the whole thing was quite sweet--a bit beyond average--I could still enjoy it. The Danish Waffle looked a bit like a fried Chinese donut, or Youtiao, stuffed with whipped cream, but the outside was actually a light, crispy puff pastry. It was much better than I imagined--crispy without being hard and perfectly baked. The filling was the same cream used in the eclair, combined with raspberry jam. I later realized the Danish Waffle was only $6.25, nearly half the price of the eclair despite being just as good. It's strange that the Chocolate Eclair is the most expensive item in the bakery; it's good, but compared to the Danish Waffle, the price is a bit high. I saw some people complaining that the bakery doesn't have a restroom. When I asked, the staff politely directed me to the nearby park. I accepted the answer, though I can't imagine how they handle the crowds during the busy season. Regardless, this is a five-star experience, no doubt--just be sure to check your bill when you pay. I don't want to pay more than I owe, but I don't want to pay less, either.

Visited Olsen's Danish Village Bakery during our trip to Solvang and absolutely loved it. The…read moremoment you walk in, the smell of fresh pastries and butter fills the entire bakery, it truly feels like stepping into a little town in Denmark. The pastries were buttery without being overly sweet, which made them even better. Staff were friendly. If you visit Solvang, one of the "must-stop" spots is definitely Olsen's Danish Village Bakery. Highly recommend! Check out my video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8pSuSW9/

TLDR: It's simple things done well. I'm normally wary of going to places that tourists frequent,…read morebut this is a place that I feel matches the hype. Thoughts: I must admit that I'm not a bread person. The only reason I went here is that I had to take some tourists around. Solvang was a pretty obvious stop to make, and we found ourselves in Olsen's. I'm a believer of nailing the simple things, because you won't be able to hide it in fluff. What I liked about Olsen's bread is that they taste home made. The flavors taste exactly like what you asked for, and they don't have those added chemicals that certain establishments use to make the flavors "pop out". The bread was flaky, chewy, and an overall joy to consume. Ambiance: The tables and chairs had a cafe vibe (which is what the place is). It's clean, the bakery smelled great, and the high foot traffic means that the turnaround keeps the food fresh. Service: Straightforward. Pick your bread, ask your questions, and the staff will ring you up after getting what you asked for.

My family and I briefly checked out Danish Mill Bakery just to see what they offered in comparison…read moreto the other bakeries in town. Upon entering, we realized how hot it was inside - like uncomfortably hot to the point where I got overwhelmed and just needed to get out of the shop. Before I did, I bought 2 packs of their Danish Haribo gummies that I had never seen or heard of before - we brought them back for a friend of ours who loves Haribo! I also noticed their massive glass counter display of Danish pastries - they looked amazing! We didn't buy anything from them since I was in a hurry to get outside, but man...did they look tasty! I did notice that they had a nice seating area in the back to enjoy your items - that is, if you can stand the heat. Staff at the counter and register were super friendly! I would definitely come back next time I am in Solvang and brave the warmth to try their pastries! Check them out!

Such a great selection of desserts was hard to pick just a few things to try…read more We had to get the big cinnamon rolls and a few of the fruit looking candy also the heart ones Everything was delicious

This is hands down the best Fudge & Soft Pretzel spot. Whenever we are in town, we have to stop by!…read more We've done delivery orders when we have the craving - Don, you are the best. Thank you!! Favorites: Husband loves the rocky road. (He doesn't even ordinarily like fudge) Kids love the cookies and cream and dark chocolate. My favorite is the dark chocolate. Oh and the container of cookies is so delicious. You can't go wrong, so if you're in town and overwhelmed by the fudge or soft pretzel choices, don't hesitate to pick this spot!

The Old Danish Fudge Kitchen also includes the pretzel shop and the hot dog and ice cream shop as…read morewell. Visited the Fudge Kitchen and Ice Cream Shop. Friendly and helpful staff. The shops are reminiscent of yesteryear from the boardwalk shops. Prices are reasonable and the fudge is so creamy and sweet.

We found our way into here because I originally wanted to try a cannoli, but ended up picking a…read morecrossiant with creme instead. My husband tried the Turkish coffee. It was a tiny bakery but the staff was friendly. The ambiance didn't feel as cheerful as the rest of the town with all the lovely atmosphere but it wasn't a bad place. There was a cute little strip on the side with tables to sit and dine though and that area was decorated and themed as expected. The crossiant wasn't anything special but the cashier did ask me if I'd like it warmed a bit and that helped a lot. It was expensive for what it was. 6/10 My husband loved his Turkish Coffee. It came with 2 candy cubes that were really sweet when eaten alone but paired perfectly with the coffee. My husband was hit with the caffeine almost immediately and wanted 4 more coffees 10/10

After reading all of the other reviews I would have to agree with what people are saying about the…read morecost and quality. Definitely more pricey than other vendors in the area for what they are selling. We got 6 cannolis to take to our family and it was $51.70. I will say though that the employees are friendly and the service is quick.

My wife and I were in Solvang on Wednesday. Unfortunately, most stores are closed. We found…read moreDrover's Doughnuts and were amazed. I ordered a chocolate glazed and my wife ordered a Bavarian cream. We both agreed they are the best doughnuts we ever had. The two doughnuts were not cheap $6.36. If you are in town and want quality over quantity stop in.

While looking around in Solvang I came across this cute little donut shop. It was bright, spacious,…read moreand with plenty of donuts to choose from. I got the chocolate old-fashioned donut. The donut was fresh moist and very tasty. Service was good and the server was very kind.

After all our shopping, the husband was ready for a snack! The promise of aebleskivers and ice…read morecream kept him going up to this point. :) There was a short line when we arrived, and it moved fast. The young lady who helped us was very nice. Each order comes with 3 freshly made aebleskivers topped with powder sugar. We chose to have ours with the classic raspberry jam and sugar. We added two scoops of Cookies n' Cream in a cone. Just like a regular pancake, you can make it as sweet or simple as you like. I prefer to coat each bite with the tart jam and a side swipe of the sugar. The inside is warm, comforting and so good! The ice cream was perfectly creamy and yummy with the freshly made waffle cone. The store is small -- in just a couple steps you're in one door then out the other. Right outside are three tables and some benches. The tables turnover pretty quickly but get sticky/dirty throughout the day. Napkins are easily available at the inside counter.

It was fine? I guess? The place was clean and cute, though the animatronic old Danish Aebleskiver…read moredude was a little unsettling. The server was helpful and prompt. Ordered the classic aebleskiver with raspberry jam and sugar. They were just kind of bland and chewy, not bad but not memorable. Maybe I'm just not an aebleskiver person. I thought I remembered them being pretty good, like maybe even crisp in the outside? But these were not that. Oh well. Not that much money wasted. They were like $6.95 for an order of three.

Birkholm's Bakery and Cafe is another bakery that my family and I checked out while in Solvang!…read more I actually really enjoyed this bakery - I feel like they offered some different items that I did not see elsewhere. They offered Butter Cookies, Tebirkes, Almond Surprises, muffins, different breads and even preserves! I bought a slice of Napoleon and a Blueberry Muffin - both were super good! I love anything with whipped cream and the Napoleon was exactly what I needed - just a massive amount of whipped cream. My daughter also devoured her blueberry muffin! There interior of Birkholm's Bakery and Cafe is actually pretty big - you walk in one side where the bakery is and then the other side is all tables to sit out. Staff were very friendly and helpful! I would absolutely check them out again next time we are visiting Solvang and I would order one of every pastry they offer! Can't wait to come back!

We visited Solvang during winter break, and my wife mentioned that Birkholm's Bakery & Cafe seemed…read morelike a famous spot. I ordered a latte, and my wife picked two Danish‑style breads, a pastry, and a cinnamon bun. The breads and pastries tasted good, but the latte didn't have a strong coffee flavor -- it was more milk than espresso. That part definitely needs improvement.

I have been fortunate to have ordered several custom cakes from this business. Brandi is the owner…read moreand incredibly creative. Usually if cakes look fabulous they taste lousy but her cakes are divine! What has been especially wonderful is her custom designs..truly don't know how she comes up with the edible decorations...she creates anything you need and everyone at the parties raves over them! We've had waterfalls, rivers, you name it and she'll find a way to design it. My last cake was a western theme and you would have to see it to believe it...still don't know how she did it. My husband begs for the german chocolate cake and we fight for the last piece!

We have been lucky to have had several different cakes made by Brandi.These are not your average…read morebakery cakes. All are absolutely delicious. She clearly spend lots of time and energy to make them special with the best ingredients she can find. I must say that the German chocolate cake is so good that I want to dive into it! It is amazing! This is a special treat for your guests.I would not hesitate to recommend her for your dessert needs.