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The Bit O'Denmark

3.5 (635 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Thaovi T.

There is such a charming, traditional vibe here that makes the whole experience feel special. The absolute highlight was the Monte Cristo. It was incredible-honestly almost as good as the iconic one at Disneyland, which is saying a lot! You can really taste the quality, which makes sense once you realize it has the same owner as the VinHus cheese shop nearby.

Chicken Marsala
Jennifer S.

Called in the afternoon they said no reservations first come first serve. We walked around for a couple hours until we got hungry. Noticed both times we walked past restaurant there was no line. At 7:15pm we walked in to have the host tell us she had 100 ppl on the waitlist. That we were supposed to come in and put our names down and then go walk around until we get a call. This was not told to me on the phone. The restaurant closes at 9pm so there would be no way for us to eat there for our anniversary dinner in time. She ended up making things right but there was confusion as she was going to seat us inside at a two person table but then put us outside at a 4 person table when there was two of us to freeze. This is where the nightmare continues. The roof was dripping all over our table. We were moved by the server to an even colder table next to an open door and roof. No heater near us. They did not even turn the heaters on until 8:20pm for others freezing. Every party after us refused to sit at the roof dripping onto them table. We put in our drink food order and it took them 45 mins to bring the food as we suffered in the cold. Server forgot our soda. Had to as again 20 mins after ordering it. We were the only ones without the shall rug to keep us warm on our chairs. Only good part. Our food finally came out and the Chicken Marsala was delicious. The mashed potatoes I do not recommend as they taste like powder. They were not edible to me. Wish I had ordered the baked potato. The wienerschizel was just ok and would not recommend for $40 price tag. I had no idea this place had such a low rating as I only checked through Google Maps. I need to check yelp each and every time for accurate reviews! Falling apart chairs, leaking roof, and rips in drapes did not make a special anniversary in Solvang. Had we sat inside in the warmth with the candlelight it might have been a better experience.

Lamb rugs across chair backs - cozy!
Kellie C.

Fantastic! We loved our early dinner here in this historic building. They hit all the high notes for us with friendly staff, attractive Danish modern decor, a few fun cocktails (I had their espresso martini, $16 - excellent foam!), and a menu with plenty of authentic Danish as well as other American options. Photos of menu and wine list attached. We started with the pickled herring plate ($21), which came with three flavors of herring plus gorgeous, dense Danish pumpernickel bread. It could be a meal and I don't think I could choose my fave flavor: the curry, tomato, or vinegar pickled. A pickled herring flavor parade! Loved it. For our entrees we had the Danish Combination Plate: a mild banger-style Danish sausage, pork meatballs (frikadeller), delicious gravy, warm red cabbage salad, cold cucumber salad, and a choice of potatoes (we had the roast potatoes- perfect!). $29. Also for entrees we had the open-faced sandwich sampler plate: three open face sandwiches (hello, Copenhagen!) of roast pork with cucumber salad and beets, Danish havarti with radish, and frikadeller meatball with red cabbage and beet, all on dense, slightly sweet, fully authentic Danish pumpernickel ($24). The mound of delicious potato salad in the middle- I don't even love potato salad but I devoured this. More pickled cucumber salad on top of the sandwiches. I loved this and we had plenty of leftovers. $24. The nonalcoholic ginger beer (bottle) was $6 and high end. I would absolutely recommend this place for a quality and beautiful Danish dining experience.

Combination plate
Kelsey K.

I had a good experience here in 2021, but funnily enough, both times I dined here, I witnessed a fight happen in the restaurant LOL. Seems like this place is a hit or miss when it comes to service, but the food is an overall hit both times I visited! The ambiance was definitely a miss this time. The service we received was also 50/50. There was a kind server who confirmed my reservation actually existed (I phoned in for a reservation about a month ago, no text or email confirmation so I was praying I actually had a reservation) about 30 mins before my actual reservation time, but when I went up again during my actual reservation time, a different server was dismissive of me and said they "don't do reservations." I kindly pointed to the other side of the book where my name was written down and she seated me. The table wasn't clean and the lights flickered pretty aggressively throughout the room the entire night. As I was getting settled I noticed the dismissive server getting into an argument with another party who called her disrespectful. Must have been something that happened before I was seated. The entire party then told her to stop talking as she tried to say something back to them. Normally I am on Team Server having been in a customer service role, but to have the ENTIRE party yell back? Usually it's only the one "Karen" who feels wronged so... that was interesting to see. Tea. The food was good but took a while to get to us. I did notice that almost the entire room (5-6 parties) all had empty plates and tables so I knew we were in for a wait. We probably didn't get food until 30-45 mins in. Unfortunately I accidentally ordered the Wienerschnitzel and it wasn't what I thought it was, but still pretty good. The combo platter is good for sharing to try different meats. It's only two items though, one sausage and one mini meatloaf. The shrimp and scallop pasta was underwhelming, creamy but lacks flavor. I found myself eating the coleslaw, cucumber and sweet onion topping more than the stars of the show. The price was pretty hefty for the portions. Most entrees were in the $25-$30 range from what I remember. And some didn't feel worthy of that price. Overall, I will be giving a different restaurant a try the next time I'm in Solvang.

Combination Plate (frikadelier and sausage)
Orsolya D.

Let me see a show of hands of who here has tried Danish food? Anyone? How many of you even know what the cuisine entails? Unless you are from Denmark originally or have ventured to the Danish city of Solvang near Santa Barbara; then you are probably like me and haven't yet had an introduction to a Danish tableside (I assumed it is similar to Swedish food at Ikea). Join me for dinner at Bit O' Denmark in Solvang and let's discover a Danish meal together. Located on Alisal Road in historic Solvang; Bit O' Denmark holds a long legacy in Solvang being one of the very first buildings constructed in the Danish village in 1911 serving as both a college and church until 1929 at which time it converted to a restaurant. Remodeled in 1963, the Bit O' Denmark has sat recognizable to present day. My boyfriend and I had worked up an appetite Christmas-ing it up in Solvang for their annual holiday Julefest and wanted to complete the experience with an authentic Danish dinner. When in Denmark, do as the Danes do! Bit O' Denmark welcomes with the traditional architecture of Solvang with criss-cross exposed timber beams, bright yellow plaster walls and coat of arms encircling the exterior façade while the interior is a mix of a European old-country house and diner/cafeteria vibe. Essentially, expect less bells and whistles and more of grandma's kitchen. We were seated rather quickly alongside a variety of other diners from families to dates to a pack of goth-ravers and everything in between. All is welcome at Bit O' Denmark. So, let's get to the nitty-gritty: what is Danish food? Well, if you suspected that it is a mixture of Swedish and German with plenty of pickled vegetables, sausages, potatoes, smoked fish, open-faced sandwiches and basically your German Oktoberfest type fare than you guessed about right. The Bit O' Denmark is very rustic and home-y sticking to its roots versus jazzing it up for the Southern California crowd. For our Denmark adventure, my boyfriend chose the Combination Plate (Frikadelier [pork meatball] and mild pork sausage in brown sauce served with pickled red cabbage, cucumber salad and mashed potatoes - $29) while I opted for an appetizer as dinner of Graviax (aquavit-marinated salmon with a mustard dill sauce, served on lettuce with pumpernickel bread - $19). Although the dishes at Bit O' Denmark are pastoral; the plating is surprisingly not haphazard and attempts to look more artful rather than sloppy. My favorite highlights on my boyfriend's combination plate were the pickled red cabbage and cucumber salad which were excellent in their sweet and sour acidity and a perfect accompaniment to the Frikadelier meatball and sausage. The meats were both delicious even if not super unique in flavor - although the plum based brown sauce did step it up a notch. My Graviax, which I planned to eat by means of a salad with the greens/salmon as I can't eat Bread a la my Celiac; was VERY tasty: bright aquavit, lemon and dill flavors in a mustard sauce on thinly sliced cold salmon on lettuce is somehow absolutely delicious and was filling for a light dinner even though an appetizer. It was honestly much better than I thought it would be! Bit O' Denmark is absolutely successful at bringing the Nordic foods of its people to Solvang tourists. Service at Bit O' Denmark is neither here nor there: the wait staff gets the job done but they don't pamper you or become your best friend. Maybe that is the way in Denmark? Although there is a "poor service" consensus among the Yelp reviews here so it may be marginalized to this establishment. Still curious about Danish food and want to try it for yourself? Make your way to Solvang about an hour and half north of Los Angeles and experience the traditional fare at Bit O' Denmark and pin another flag on your international dining map.

Frikadeller
Jackie W.

An amazing restaraunt in solvang. One of the remaining places with plates of danish cuisine. We had the flakesteg and frikadeller and both were juicy and amazing. Service is wonderful and friendly. Restaurant is very cute and well decorated. Highly recommend!

Déjà B.

Is it really Denmark? Fantasyland? Maybe not, but it most definitely is a Bit o' Denmark. The restaurant's outdoor decor is so enchanting, it feels like you've tiptoed straight into a fairy tale set. Daily specials are written on an ever so cute chalkboard just outside the entrance. We arrived with Viking-sized appetites, ready to conquer Danish cuisine, but then the Monte Cristos were spotted on the menu. We knew what we had to do. Can you say symphony of flavors? Wow! The atmosphere was mellow, and the music was perfect. The service was a bit more relaxed than anticipated, seeing that it was not busy at all. Still it was a nice dining experience and the food was worth it.

Clam chowder soup
Camille H.

We just really wanted soup on a chilly Solvang evening and this place delivered! They had delicious clam chowder soup with sourdough bread pieces. It hit the spot. I also got the crab cakes and I would probably pass those up next time around. They were good but they were a little expensive for what you get and came with a lot of unnecessary stuff. We were the only ones in the restaurant. I think they were nearing closing time and they were very attentive and nice. The vibe inside is more modern than we thought it would be based on the exterior but it was still very pretty.

Shrimp and Scallop Linguini (Seafood on the side)
Suong L.

My mother and I took a day trip to Solvang this past weekend! It was really fun despite the long drive and Solvang is adorable. I saw this restaurant while looking around and decided it was the best choice for something my mom may like! I won't lie, seeing the rating on yelp was worrisome but the rating on Google was different. I took my chances after reading them all through. Service - 5/5 Very sweet and friendly people. They're personable and remember things about their customers. We're new but there were two tables near that I could hear this from. They do a good job of letting us know the cheeses that we'd get to sample from the charcuterie board as well. Vibe - 4/5 It's a clean and neat place. The inside is relatively simple and not super decorated but that's fine to me. Sometimes keeping it simple is much better. The music is fun and not too loud and I like the fur? on the chairs for some comfort to the hard chairs. I took a look at their outside seating area in the back while going to the restroom and it was a cute little area! Food - 5/5 I'm a vegetarian so I can only speak on my actual experience with the pasta and charcuterie. Shrimp and Scallop Linguini I got the seafood on the side to let my mom eat it! It was clearly well-cooked and not overdone at all, which is great. Nothing worse than dry shrimp and scallop. The linguini itself was creamy but not overly creamy. The unique and fragrant flavor of the saffron helps offset it and lends a wonderful taste to the sauce. I don't think the tomato adds much except color but it helps it be just a little less creamy! I'm not a big fan of creamy sauces but I didn't mind this one. Charcuterie board Best part of the entire meal :) I didn't eat the meat so I can't comment on the quality but the cheeses were all amazing!! The purple cheese (which I think is lavender?) and the pesto green cheese were flavor blasts and so yummy. I loved them! They let us pair it with sweet grapes, apple slices, candied walnuts, strawberry jam, and olives. The beauty of a board is variety and to be able to make your own fun lil bites. As the woman to the table next to me said "I could eat a charcuterie board every day and not get sick of it." I think this was a good appetizer order. Combination Plate (Mom's review) "I won't lie, when the plate came out I was judging it for how it looked and assumed it would taste bad or plain. The meatball and sausage were both really good! The most important part of a meat based dish for me is for it to not be dry. That's why I avoided the duck despite it sounding good. The sausage had a nice snap and the brown sauce was a lot more flavorful than I thought! I think the pickled cabbage and cucumber salad sides were great because it helped me not feel tired of the heavier parts of the plate. The mashed potatoes were smooth and creamy! The more addicting part of the meal." The combo plate was so good that my mom took the leftovers home and ate everything up. She normally does not do this because she has a hard time eating leftovers so that says a lot! We definitely want to make another trip to Solvang and will definitely stop by this restaurant again.

Mr S.

Interesting. I've never had an open faced sandwich. The bread didn't have flavor, it was almost like a thin hard piece of old multigrain. Not sure if danish cuisine is my kinda thing.

Tasha S.

We had a great meal at Bit O' Denmark. We ordered The shrimp & scallop linguini, the flæskesteg house favorite, and the frikadeller were tender and flavorful with delicious gravy. Generous portions and a cozy atmosphere. Our server is nice, definitely worth trying when in Solvang. Good value for money! It's worth it if you want to try Danish food.

Sheila B.

We popped in here to have an authentic Danish dinner, and the food did not disappoint and neither did the service. We enjoy the food and the cocktails. The authentic Danish pork and sausages with the bread, cabbage, and all the other side dishes were fantastic.

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Chris M.

This is a terrific place to try Danish food. Very quaint and upscale with a touch of Danish culture, just like the town of Solvang. The food was very tasty, although the pork we had was slightly overcooked. The service was excellent and I got to try aquavit with beer, which I have never tried before. This was an outstanding meal and service. We will be back again!

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Cute little place and food was not bad. We enjoyed our time overall, nothing to write home about .

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The Copenhagen House

The Copenhagen House

(39 reviews)

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This is a great, albeit expensive, place to get some imported Danish products you won't find…read moreelsewhere. Just know that this place is often very full of inventory and crowds so it can get tough to walk around & shop. It won't be a casual shopping experience. Especially on weekends and summers. I came here mainly because I heard it was a great place to get old Lego minifigure bags. However, I was not expecting some of the older ones to go for up to $30 a bag! That's highway robbery. You can find opened ones online for a fraction of that price and when you do that, there's no need to guess if you are getting the one you want (or be surprised at all by what you're paying for). If you're looking for bags to keep sealed, this is a great option for you, but for someone like me who was just looking to get one or two to complete a series, this just wasn't priced right enough for me to pull the trigger. I did, however, purchase a single mini figure that's exclusive to a Danish store chain. Was it overpriced? Yeah. But not too high that I didn't feel like treating myself. Staff is very friendly and I saw them happily helping customers all throughout the shop. Customer service is great here. So rest assured if you have questions about inventory or if you want to try on something, there will be someone here to help you out quickly.

A must stop shop when visiting Solvang! If you're looking for Pandora style jewelry and charms,…read morethis is the place to go. They carry a really cute Solvang charm, which makes a perfect souvenir or gift to remember your trip.

Santa Barbara Design Center - these statues are so cute and really decorative

Santa Barbara Design Center

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What a fabulous store! We moved to Santa Barbara and feel so fortunate to have this incredible…read morestore to find so much style and inspiration. David Kourosh and all the staff were so helpful and we have had the best after sales service ever! We had a slight issue with an item some time after purchasing and Grace has been incredible in getting it sorted out seamlessly. It's not often to find such amazing service after the sale is completed. I highly recommend SBDC.

We have a maple Scandinavian dining room set my parents gave us as a wedding present. When the kids…read morewere little years back, the original seat fabric got all stained and nasty with milk, etc. We went to an undisclosed interior design place and replaced the fabric with marine grade vinyl and thick padding. The result was horrendous. The vinyl was tucked, unprofessionally with big seams/creases at the corners, like a do it yourself job. We didn't care at the time - as long as it held up for the next 10 years, we were good. Come 2020 and that vinyl is getting annoying. Our butts stick to them, the chairs noticeably look bad relative to the rest of our furnishing, and most importantly, the kids aren't leaving have half their food on the seats. Santa Barbara Design Center has been here for a while and I stopped in randomly on the way to Home Improvement. I was introduced to Michael, a knowledgeable and personable chap. I showed him an online picture of the original chair, and that I wanted to restore the seat to its original, sleek, sculptural and refined splendor. He said no problem, provided a couple of premium quality fabric books, and we were on our way. We picked out the fabric and brought the chairs in. Michael commented "my god, who did this work?" 50% down and ten days later, chairs were done, with a message "come down and make sure you are happy." My wife and I looked, were pleased - Michael responded with "here's something that bothers me, I want you to see..." He flipped the chair over and on the bottom, the seat fabric was stapled just outside of the underside frame. You wouldn't see it normally, but from a distance or looking down from the side, you might. Immediately we thought the same thing, yeah, that's not ideal. He said it shouldn't be done like this, let me redo it for you, no charge. His upholsterer redid it, and boy those 8 chairs look great, almost better than the original! The seats came out sleek and wonderfully curved over the underlying pad. The fabric is comfortable, soft and elegant - couldn't be happier. The interior of SBDC fills a warehouse space and contains just about everything; furniture, rugs, lamps, etc. The staff were COVID compliant, and Michael was a dream to work with. He has an excellent eye for detail, is easy to work with, and is an honest broker; I wish we had more projects for him!

Rugs & More - rugs and more interior

Rugs & More

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The quality and selection of rugs is so fun, antiques and moden in so many sizes and colors…read more Michael's charisma shines in his telling of every rug, and its story. My family has bought rugs, gotten rugs cleaned, and received several helpful appraisals in the 25 years we have worked with Rugs and More to understand and care for our rugs. Thank you.

They call themselves the Santa Barbara Design Center and they think the are comparable to the Los…read moreAngeles Design Center. In realty there is no comparison! The Los Angeles Design Center is comprised of many high end stores who sell top of the line designer products. In fact you have to be an Interior Designer to purchase anything there The Santa Barbara Design Center owner is not customer oriented. Six years ago we had their designer come out to our house and she picked out a sofa and pillows for us. She miscalculated which side the size of the room and also cutom made over sized pillows - which to this day we cannot use to sit comfortably! We recently went to the store only to find out from the owner that our sofa and pillows were worthless! We wanted to have our old family room sofa reupholstered but only to find out that it would cost as much as if you were to buy a new one. The biggest disappointment was when he bragged about changing our over sized pillows ,that their designer made for us, for the right size for $100. When my husband went to drop them off he increased the price by another $100 to the inserts! This was totally misleading! So now we were looking at $200/ pillow to correct their designer's mistake. Bottom line is that we have a very high end home in Santa Barbara and the pillows on our living room sofa are $1,500 each. The reason I am writing this review is to let people know that they should not be fooled by this furniture place

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