The Solvang Bakery was our last stop before heading out. During busy weekends this little shop is so 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. read more

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The Solvang Bakery is one of a couple Danish bakeries in Solvang California. They all offer similar pastries 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. read more

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Late Review: Solvang Bakery is a boutique bakery that is family owned and operated for over 30 years. This bakery offers Danish pastries, but also specializes in custom gingerbread houses. From what I've read, many celebrities purchase them during the Christmas season. Of course I had to try a gingerbread man! On a side note, we planned to try a Kringle, a type of Danish pretzel with custard and marzipan, topped with toasted almonds. However, we were shocked by its large size and price. $19.95 for a huge pastry that we might not even like, given we were sorely disappointed by the Danish fare we tried earlier. I asked if there was a smaller size available. The employee said she could cut it in half for me. Hmm, I'll just take the gingerbread man please. read more

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Probably the cutest cupcakes and cakes that we saw here. Friendly service. Small but well stocked selection that was fresh! read more

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Staff? So kind! Inside? SO CUTE!! Outside? Even cuter being pink! Bakery good? I got the lemon bar and it was so good!!!!! The level of lemon and zest in the piece I got was delicious and worth the $4 I paid! Parking can be limited if it's a busy day, right outside of shop but it was pouring rain when we went so we got front parking. Restroom is closed to patrons so we had to walk about a block to go to the public restroom, but they were really clean! read more

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Solvang Bakery is seriously the cutest spot ever. The inside is so visually aesthetic: everything has this adorable pink theme that makes it feel warm, cozy, and picture-perfect. It's one of those places where you walk in and immediately want to take photos because it's just that cute. The service was so nice and welcoming too. They were patient, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. We got the strawberry cheese danish and it was sooo yummy. The filling was creamy and smooth, perfectly sweet but not overpowering. The strawberry on top added a fresh, slightly tangy balance that made every bite so good. The pastry itself was flaky, buttery, and soft in the center, you can tell it's made fresh. Overall such a sweet little bakery with great vibes and even better pastries. Definitely would come back. read more

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Came for an Easter theme cookie for my toddler. I was amazed by how much easter decorations they had on display. They usually have a theme for the season. There are many bakeries on Solvang but I seem to always be drawn here. It was not busy when I came so my daughter was able to order the cookie she wanted pretty quickly. If your in the area to stay or passing through, check out this cute little bakery. read more

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This is a must stop anytime I'm in Solvang. I always load up on pastries to take back home with me. The store is super cute! Service is attentive and quick. read more

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Out of all the bakeries in solvang, this is the best one. We bought pastries from many places in solvang and this bakery had the best flavors and textures for their baked goods. The seating is also so cute next to the big windmill. We ordered the berry scone, custard danish, and lemon bar. Every single one was so good. The workers were extremely sweet and fast. No need to go to any other bakery and spend so much money. Just go to this one. read more

I've been visiting Solvang bakery for more than a decade and the quality is consistently good. During the holidays, the interior transforms to a storybook dream as it's filled with abundant styles and sizes of gingerbread houses and treats that are both cute and tasty. I purchased a dozen gingerbread people cookies and they were still tasty a week later. The bakery gets extra busy during the holidays but the staff keep the line moving efficiently. read more

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Everything was delicious. There was a long line, but it went pretty fast. We got a regular croissant, a kringle (so delicious with that almond filling!), and a big shareable apple cinnamon bread (similar to a gooey monkey pull apart bread), bringing our total to $21. The kids loved the animatronic bunny outside. read more

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Cute shop! A variety of baked goods and little Knick knacks. Cheese danish- 5/10 Gingerbread man - 2/10 (according to my sister. Couldn't taste the spices of a traditional gingerbread man. Stale) Brownie- 7/10 my niece said it was good although there was too much frosting on it) Wicked sugar cookie - 5/10 nothing special. Cute printed cookie. Eclaire - 8/10 (according to my mom) she said it was good. Would buy it again when she's around town. Service was fine. Not too friendly nor rude. read more

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I like the Sarah Bernhart cookies here the best. It's got a good almond cookie base, small ganache and chocolate top. Just the right balance, nothing over powering other parts. Also has apple strudle for breakfast, they can warm it up for you if you like. I saw small birthday cakes, great when you only need it for 2 or 3 people, as opposed to getting a giant 8 inch cake. I want to go back and try more. Service was great, they answered all my quetions and was able to provide shelf life for all the items. read more

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The cutest little bakery with charm and old school feel. The inside boasts lots of fun gift items! ...and is just lovely! The outside reminds me of the perfect bakery! Service is swift and friendly! We got quite a few Danish but ate them in the car all i had left was a strawberry cake read more

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This bakery is located in heart of the Solvang. They sell a variety of baked goods. They also have different kinds of danish goods to choose from. They have hot and cold drinks too. They also sell packaged cakes, gummies and candy too. For ambiance this is a little bakery . There are couple of tables outside. It is better to order and leave since there might be enough tables. For service, the ladies helping customers was nice and friendly. No complaints about the customer service. P.S I would suggest going to this bakery when you're hungry since there are so many yummy pastries. lol read more

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We have been trying to come here for every trip to Solvang!!! We finally succeeded! It definitely did not disappoint! You approach a candy wonderland with a community bistro vibe. Everyone was just greeting each other, and we made friends while in line! The bakery itself smells so yummy and filled with so much deliciousness! I wanted one of everything! Luckily, we had the regulars share some secrets! We ordered a KRINGLE, LEMON BAR, LEMON DANISH, CHEESE DANISH, STRAWBERRY CHEESE DANISH, BEAR CLAW and a GINGERBREAD MAN. OMG!!! My family bakes, so when I say these are blessings from Santa's own magical oven, I mean it! The lemon bar was demolished by my hubby (lemon anything connoisseur) ... He liked the lemon Danish too but loved the bars! I cut a piece of the strawberry cheese Danish, and good gracious! Not too sweet and the combo of fresh strawberry jam and cheese on a flaky crust was heavenly. Didn't stop there! Tore into my Kringle, and the light flakiness with the perfect filling of custard, cinnamon, nutty flavor with a hint of magic went perfectly with my cafe sua (hot Viet coffee). The cheese Danish was perfectly creamy and not too sweet. Loved it!! The BEAR CLAW is waiting for my hubby...I stole a small piece! Crispy, lightly sweet with cinnamon and yummy! Don't tell him! They forgot to pack the gingerbread man, so we called and they put one aside for us!!! I can't wait to taste that yumminess. The service and bubbly personality of Bree and Barbara put everything over the top! That whole bakery is a welcoming community feel! Definitely coming back for the pumpkin bread and other goodies to taste! read more

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I heard of this place through a vlogger I follow on YouTube. I feel folks gravitate towards this bakery due to "Solvang" in their name... therefore, seemingly as the most authentic and most related to Solvang itself. However, their baked goods appear to look old. I don't know if it's the decor or the crumbs of the baked remnants or they truthfully leaving out their products until they are purchased. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you to walk around first before deciding on a location solely due to its name. This bakery is rough and not "gourmet" / beautifully made. ***I honestly believe every place produces the same product with the same taste and the only thing that differs is whether or not they care aka the cleanliness , the freshness, and the service.*** Danishes elsewhere tasted much better. Butter cookies were meh and seriously tasted old (I'm speaking of the bagged mini cookies... I purchased this due to variety... ***keep a keen eye as each bag has a different selection***; the only attribute that's consistent is the number of cookies). Gingerbread cookies were, to me, the best out of what I purchased BUT I could not even finish it if this tells you anything. Frosting was not good. NO RESTROOMS in this bakery; they will advise you of public restrooms outside. NO indoor seating...they actually try to push you out as quickly as they can (#quiteannoying). Few outdoor seating. Beautiful exterior architecture. FREE PARKING behind. Would I come back? Lately, I have been to Solvang twice and somehow I always come back here with the hopes that it will somewhat improve as well as subconsciously believing there's some sort of connection with the town itself... Genuinely, I want to push myself to try other bakeries and to stop coming here. read more

Delicious bakery! My favorite pastry in solvang--love the cheese pastry and the jam and cheese one!! Definitely a family favorite that I bring back for them everytime I'm in solvang. read more

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Is a must stop when visiting town. The pastries are fresh, flaky, and full of flavor, with lots of great Danish options to choose from. It does get busy, but the line moves fast and service is friendly. Definitely worth the stop if you're in Solvang. read more

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OK, so the line looks extra long, but it moves quick! The cookies here are so good. We make sure to stop by every time we're in Solvang. Their gingerbread houses are so impressive. Probably my favorite to see when in the shop. We also make it our mission to get a bucket to go from the bakery before we leave Solvang. As we visit once a year. Staff is friendly , service is fast and prices are not cheap but not super expensive. I think it's my fave bakery in Solvang. Shop is a popular spot for many, always busy but not crazy! It's such an adorable store. read more

Warning: some bakery items contain alcohol but they don't tell you. Delicious pastries and danishes. The Kringle is good. Adorable little bakery shop. Beautiful gingerbread houses for sale. The cashier seems to think cold brew and ice coffee are the same thing. (It's not the same, cold brew is less acidity and brewed cold for that very reason.). My son picked something that looked interesting. The girl said it's "oats". My son was eating it, got to the center, and said it has a weird tasting center. I tasted it and holy smokes! There's strong tasting alcohol in the filling! read more

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So the bakery is pretty cute, the vibe is great. The prices are not too bad considering the aesthetic of everything. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The only thing is that we didn't really like the pastries. Every we got was way too sweet, and they also kind of tasted very similar to each other. read more

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Walked through Solveng on the way up to San Luis Obispo, and heard great things about the bakery, so we had to try the Oreo Brownie. So much good food on this block, the service was laid back and helpful. We wanted to try everything. Ambiance feels like you're in a sliver of Copenhagen or Europe but in Central CA. Nice local getaway for SoCal, if you want to ditch the crowds, get some solid treats and known for the holidays from what we hear. Brownie was good, soft and super sweet. But nothing too special, I want to try the peanut butter one next read more

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Today was my first visit to the Solvang Bakery on Alisal, but it will not be my last!! cute decor, and great ambience. Kaitlyn, and Karen we're both very friendly and welcoming of me and my dog. I have not had a cheese, danish in decades, but I couldn't resist theirs and it was worth the wait. You can sit out front on their sidewalk cafe chairs or in the back. Oh! Almost forgot to mention the best vanilla latte in town. Solvang Bakery is now my "go to" place in the Santa Ynez Valley! read more

This spot is ity bity and the line takes up majority of the place. We were interested in the gingerbread houses but they start at about $300. I just got a gingerbread man instead which was $5.5 the desserts were ok not worth the line I'd say read more

Anytime we're near by we stop into this cute bakery to treat ourselves to the delicious pastries. They even have a gluten free section. They staff are very kind & patient. read more

So much to choose from. We were on a hunt for a dessert that was peanut and tree nut free as we had someone with a food allergy in our group and The Solvang Bakery did not disappoint. They had a ton of items to choose from that weren't just danish pastries. They had chocolates chip cookies, butter cookies, cupcakes, etc...the ladies were super helpful and trying to narrow down which would have the least amount of cross contamination and no nuts involved. We ended up getting a bluey/bingo cookie and it was delicious! Highly recommend if you are looking to get a variety of items. Cute little pink shop too! Outside seating available, definitely come check it out! read more

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There are quite a few bakeries In Solvang, and many of them sell similar items. However, I would say that the Solvang Bakery has a much greater variety of baked goods and other items. The food is fresh and good and is reasonable priced. They were crowded but had plenty of friendly staff to help. There was a nice seating area outside and was great place to hang out and enjoy the great food. read more

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This quiant bakery is located within the villages stores on Alisal Road. The outside is cute and the inside is bright and welcoming. The girls at the counter are both friendly and helpful. They explained and answered all questions with patience unlike another nearby. The danish are filled with fruit and the crust is buttery. They are so yummy, and they have a wide variety of danish, cookies, etc. This was our fitst time but it wont be the last! A Must when in Solvang! read more

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Solvang Bakery is a charming stop that perfectly captures the cozy, old-world feel of Solvang. From the moment you walk in, the smell of fresh pastries and baked bread sets the tone for a comforting experience. The selection is impressive, with classic Danish pastries, flaky butter cookies, rich cakes, and hearty breads that taste homemade and authentic. The pastries are consistently fresh, not overly sweet, and beautifully balanced in flavor--especially the danishes and almond-filled treats. Service is friendly and efficient, even when the bakery is busy, the prices feel reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. The popular lines definitely go out the door so be prepared to wait. But all good things come to those who wait. The line moves pretty quickly and gives you a chance to look at the merch while you are standing there. Whether you're grabbing a quick bag of cookies and pastry or taking home a box of treats, Solvang Bakery is a must-visit spot that adds to the town's European charm. read more

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strawberry cheesecake danish was delicious. the cherry danish was decent to me but im not really a cherry flavored person. it was very crowded and busy. it's a tight place with some seating outside. it's a bit overstimulating because there's so many people around. we came on a tuesday morning and it was already so packed. overall, it was delicious and it's worth checking it out. read more

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I came here because I saw it a celebrity I follow and she posted she got her kids birthday cake here. So of course, I was influenced by her into coming. They are conveniently located next to the famous Solvang windmill and the line is long, but they move quickly. There's outdoor dining in the front and the back of the store. They have fresh bread, cakes, cookies, dog treats and a lot more. I got linzer cookies and they're really good. The the almond buttering too!! Soo good. read more

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I was on a mission to find a gingerbread cookie. The Solvang Bakery delivered. I didn't get a picture because it was devoured. $5 about 3.5 inches tall, soft, chewy and perfect Christmas cookie. I also bought a cute holiday mug that came with a free cup of coffee. read more

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All I can say is WOW! This bakery was amazing!! So many delicious choices. The pictures do it no justice. We took a lot of danish pastries to a party later in the day and they were a big hit! We obviously ate some on the road as well. LOL The service is top notch. They were so helpful and were able to describe everything they had. The bakery is beautifully decorated. I can't wait to visit again Be forewarned the pictures will make your mouth water! read more

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Cheese Danish and iced tea for some afternoon pick me up. The line moves rather quickly. They have a store front and sold some gifts, kitchen items, etc., and if you make your way to the back, there's a whole counter full of yummy pastries. The staff were efficient and very quick to help you out. They're also very helpful with questions that you have. The front gets really crowded because everyone's trying to take a picture with the famous windmill right next to the bakery. read more

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Excellent! Next to one of the iconic Solvang windmills. One of the best ham cheese croissants, warmed up. Service was friendly. Went when they first opened so it was nice and quiet with no crowds. read more

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Stopped by a Solvang bakery while it was super busy and packed, but the line moved pretty fast. I grabbed a blueberry danish and it was really good, flaky, fresh, and not overly sweet. Definitely a popular spot for a reason. Worth the stop if you're in the area. read more

Super cute place and yummy pastries. The staff were nice and friendly. They had so many delicious things to eat and adorable gifts.

Main destination for our trip to kick off the holiday season. This bakery had so much variety, even towards closing time and we got everything we came for. The Danish Cinnamon Crispies are addicting and were good even on the second day. The rum balls were also surprisingly mild which is great because lots of bakeries can over do it. The rice crispy treats were great too, definitely something you need to share. One thing I really appreciated was nothing was unnecessarily sweet, I could even taste the salt in the chocolate chip cookies which I love. The staff took their time with each customer, even after a long day in the middle of the holiday rush. Overall friendly and offered a great experience as a customer. And of course, this delivered on the Solvang vibe, hits exactly how you want it to. We waited about 30-45 minutes and the only drawback is that there isn't really a good setup to handle as many customers as there were when we went. Anything good in this area during the holiday season will require a wait, just not a big runway to handle the line with a smaller shop like this one. Can't wait to come back next year! read more

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Cutest pink bakery!! They have adorable baked goods and tons of merchandise/ gifts also. Very cute baked goods, gingerbread houses, and a curated collection of giftable items We always stop here in Solvang. Very worth a quick stop inside the store. Parking is street parking only. read more

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