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    Don Nacho's Cafe

    4.5 (200 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Cheese Pupusas
    Angela R.

    I honestly didn't know this Mexican restaurant existed until my cousin brought me here. It's tucked away and kind of hidden amongst all the bakeries, but just look up for the hanging sign next to Mad Hatter. It's easy to get distracted walking in a touristy area, so you'll miss it if not paying attention! The restaurant itself is small, but there's indoor seating and a few tables outside. Luckily on our visit the restaurant wasn't too busy. I decided to order chicken enchiladas. The prices here are very reasonable for what you get. The enchiladas were delicious! My son ordered the cheese pupusas, which I was able to try and they were perfect. I would definitely order those myself. My cousins enjoyed their meals as well. Our food was prepared and served in a timely manner. I was surprised how fast we were served, yet the food was satisfactory. Overall, a great little spot to satisfy your Mexican food needs. Especially if you're wanting a comfort meal after all the pastries you've eaten ha!

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    Ellyzha A.

    A great restaurant to get away from the crowds. It's tucked away at a prime spot near the iconic Solvang Windmill. There's a few tables indoors and "outdoors". Service is welcoming. My boyfriend ordered the enchiladas plate while I ordered the carnitas tacos plate. He thought the food was a bit salty though it's a great portion for the price. I enjoyed the tacos though the beans were a bit too salty for my liking. Prices are extremely reasonable. Overall - the food was comforting & came out in a timely manner.

    Kisha L.

    Wanted to try this Mexican restaurant due to the people and the Yelp reviews saying the food was delicious. I ordered the street taco combo with rice and beans. Everything was freshly made, hot and the tacos were tasty. The rice and beans were good also. They had the authentic ingredients for all their signature menu items. A lot of good items were made from scratch. Service was good and the mood was an old-school Mexican-style restaurant vibe.

    The crew,,, taking good care of you!!! keep up the good work
    Karen b.

    What a wonderful hidden gem. It's been a couple years since I been in town and I just remembered how delicious the nachos were the last visit. Glad I was able to stop in tonight. The nachos were fabulous. The Carnitas excellent. Their salsa Verde is out of this world. the Carne Asada tacos were equally amazing. Keep up the good work.

    Al pastor burrito
    Melissa F.

    The city was having their Christmas parade this weekend. We were starving and there were so many people everywhere we ended up Don Nachos Café , which was good idea because the we enjoyed our burritos all the little small for the price . They were very good. They have nice and spicy sauce that you can ask for which is orange in color, so if you want something a little spicier. we enjoyed our meal. It's a small little place away.

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    Anabel B.

    This place definitely exceeded our expectations. The place and the menu are small, but it has big flavor and great quality food. The staff here was very friendly accommodating, and the habanero salsa here is to die for.

    Burrito
    Eduardo D.

    Service & ambience is traditional...the food portions are not! The burritos are tiny, i get Trumps tariffs are a roadblock but if your charging $12 a burrito I expect a lot more. They didn't even bother giving us sour cream. Comes to show you can't always trust reviews.

    Chips for guacamole
    Heather S.

    Always meant to try Don Nachos and finally got to this trip. Great place for takeout. I always judge based on the chips and these were incredibly fresh and had an amazing salt ratio. Guac tasted fresh. Would have loved if the tacos were available a la carte since I never really eat the rice and beans on the platter, but the al pastor and asada street tacos tasted great with the green salsa. Cashier was very friendly and takeout was packed very well. Actual restaurant is pretty small, but I would come for takeout again!

    Taco platter
    Datt N.

    We stopped her for a quick lunch. The restaurant is tucked away from the main walkway. The food was decent and the portions were on the smaller side. I went back to order a side of tortilla chips for my daughter but I got charged to chips and salsa. No biggie.

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    The carne asada tacos are fantastic the service was very quick which paired perfectly with the kind staff here

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    Thank you Heather for your honest review, have a spectacular weekend.

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    Very tasty . I had a vegetarian burrito which exceeded my expectations . All components were excellent .

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    1 year ago

    I had the nachos supreme and they were pretty good. No complaints. If you the taste for Mexican food, they would be a good choice.

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    1 year ago

    Portion size is small if you order burrito. Taste wise all good. Service is slow and ambiance is small space.

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    3 years ago

    If you are in Solvang and are craving for some Mexican food. You gotta stop here and try the nachos and their other menu items.

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    Thank you Kirk for your nice review, have a relaxing weekend.

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    Copenhagen Sausage Garden - Bockwurst $8.95

    Copenhagen Sausage Garden

    4.5(3.3k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Highly recommend this spot if you are visiting Solvang! The atmosphere is nice and the food is…read moredelicious. I recommend getting a tasting platter + a pretzel or bread to share between two! Staff was nice and felt what I got was worth what I paid. PRETZEL ( 8/10 ) : soft! Not the best pretzel ever but still enjoyed it especially with the wursts JALAPEÑO CHEDDAR BACON - ( 9/10 ) Tasty! Medium peppery spice, very salty but the cheese you taste from it is delicious!!! Def recommend getting this one. ANDOUILLE - ( 7/10 ) salty and porky. light spice CHICKEN APPLE - ( 5/10 ) not too strong of a apple taste CURRY WURST - ( 7/10 ) mild curry ish taste. Not too salty in a good way but very savory PICKLES - ( 4/10 ) was excited to have sweet Danish styled pickles but was disappointed to have these. They were like normal American pickles, vinegary, sour, and salty. It tasted like they tried to make it sweet but the strong vinegar taste was still there. The pickles weren't bad just be prepared for vinegary pickles! HONEY MUSTARD - tasty ( 8/10 ) SPICY BROWN- vinegary and sour not very spicy ( 7/10 ) SWEET HOT - SO GOOD ( 10/10 ) CURRY KETCHUP - a savorish ketchup curry ( 6/10 ) - outdoor seating only (good for large groups - Restrooms available - street Parking available

    First time here after hearing my family rave. I got the jalapeño cheddar, it was delicious, the…read morebread was so soft, and the mustards were fun. I tried a few and landed on the cranberry sauce. Loved it both with and without the sauerkraut. Food was super fast. Great, low cost food in a fun outdoor environment. We'll be back!!

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    Copenhagen Sausage Garden - Sauerkroat and mustards

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    Bavarian Pretzel

    Copenhagen Sausage Garden - Hoagie, Kielbasa, Currywursrt, Bratwurst, and Cheddar Jalapeño Sausage

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    Hoagie, Kielbasa, Currywursrt, Bratwurst, and Cheddar Jalapeño Sausage

    peasants FEAST - Mac and cheese

    peasants FEAST

    4.5(921 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    You know the food is fantastic when it's great straight out of the fridge the next day…read more We didn't have reservations here but we were able to walk up and get a seat at the counter even though it was packed that day! Inside of this restaurant is pretty cute but can get a bit noisy since there are so many people inside. We ordered the Copenhagen caesar, Solvang hot chicken sandwich with crispy potatoes, and the mac & cheese with caramelized onions to share. I love a hot chicken sandwich and theirs is absolutely fantastic. The herbs, shredded cabbage, and pickled onions were a great addition to the spicy fried chicken. The crispy potatoes were so good, they held up well the next day as well! I highly recommend getting the caramelized onions added to the mac and cheese. The portion was quite big so we had to take it to go but it was also great to eat cold straight from the fridge. We are definitely coming back again if we are in the area but will try and make a reservation so we can sit outside next time!

    came to peasants feast after watching a number of TikToks rave about this place. overall verdict:…read moreit was definitely worth the try! I was scared I'd leave a hungry but their portions are decent. just beware, the plates are on the pricier side. love how they use local ingredients though my favorite bite was the spicy chicken sandwich but the mac n cheese was also very unique and the salmon pastrami sandwich was stuffed with lox and bussing out the seams with cream cheese. We waited ~20-35 mins to be sat, but solvang offers a variety of shops and bakeries to explore in the meantime so all was well.

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    peasants FEAST - Brussels salad (gluten-free)

    Brussels salad (gluten-free)

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    Fitzpatrick's Tavern

    Fitzpatrick's Tavern

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Spinach, artichoke, pepper jack queso dip OH EM GEEEEE!! I…read morewas going to get the chicken pot pie, which looks amazing, after this. But this dip was so incredible. I couldn't stop eating it. Absolutely no room for the pot pie. Owner is super cool and inviting. All kinds of different people in this place. I love to come back here every time I'm in solving.

    This is my second visit here, and I am remiss in not having reviewed my first visit - but, ""s for…read moreeach visit! This place is non-descript yet just off the main park downtown, and an easy walk from most of the major hotels in town, or the central parking lot - plus lots of street parking as well. It seems rather small, with one area for bar seating and small tables, plus a larger dining area "next door" to the bar, but I like the bar ambiance, so it may be challenging on busy tourist days. Luckily, I travel on non-busy days and have always had a good seat. The ambiance is great, with a typical, colorfully decorated pub feel with TVs offering an invitation to relax and have a pint - or two! The menu is varied, and I had planned for what I wanted, but when the server/bartender/boss offered the daily special as an option, I quickly jumped at the chance. The special was a queso dip with house-made chips, and I had to try it! Sadly, I also ordered my usual, the Cobb salad. Sadly, because after the "appetizer" arrived, I quickly realized the full consequences of the saying "your eyes are bigger than your stomach!" The dip and chips were plentiful in both, and for me would have made a great meal on their own. But I was committed and managed to finish the salad. On my previous visit, I had the mac 'n cheese and the Cobb salad, along with a Guinness dark! That was sooo tasty as well! The food at this visit was great, and the service was as well. Sam, who is the owner, bartender, server, and jack-of-all-trades, is always friendly, professional, and efficient, no matter how busy it is, and this visit was the only one outside the kitchen. If you're in the area, give them a try! And leave room for dessert - I have yet to do that, but you can learn from my mistakes!

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    Fitzpatrick's Tavern
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    Craft House At Corque - Eggs Benedict

    Craft House At Corque

    4.2(500 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    The Central Coast Corvette Club likes to go to The PCPA Theater in Solvang each year and have…read moredinner somewhere before the show and for the last couple years as the group gets larger and less restaurants in the the area are able to accommodate us, The Craft House has never said no. There was a menu adjustment but was more than acceptable for a large group of our size. The first thing I look for when I enter any place serving food is (is this place clean)? YES! Food safety is very important. Food taste excellent. Service was Excellent. The personal touches they put into hosting us for dinner were over the top. This was one of the best dinning experiences we have ever had. Thank you so much.

    Celebrating our nation's 250th birthday in beautiful Solvang!…read more We ate at Craft House four times during our visit--and for good reason! It is, in our opinion, the best restaurant in Solvang. Every meal was exceptional, and the service was consistently outstanding. From the moment we walked in, Daniel welcomed us with a warm smile that made us feel right at home. At our first breakfast, Taylor provided friendly, attentive service that set the tone for the rest of our visits. That evening, we enjoyed the cauliflower appetizer, beet & burrata salad, short rib grilled cheese and black tie burger. Every dish was absolutely delicious. On our second breakfast visit, Sandra took wonderful care of us. She is such an asset to Craft House--knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely welcoming. Sophia, who brought out our food several times, always greeted us with the biggest smile. You can tell she truly loves what she does. Lorenzo and Nora were also fantastic servers who helped make every visit memorable. Over four visits, we sampled several different entrées and breakfasts. The avocado toast and chorizo quesadilla were definite standouts, and every meal exceeded our expectations. A heartfelt thank you to the entire Craft House team for your incredible hospitality, exceptional service, and outstanding food. We can't wait to return!

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    Inside front.

    Craft House At Corque - The BEST Black Tie Burger

    The BEST Black Tie Burger

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    Our table.

    Red Viking Restaurant - Danish sausage y æbleskiver

    Red Viking Restaurant

    3.1(942 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    I asked a sales clerk at a shop after I bought some things can you recommend a good place for…read morelunch? This was one of 3 places she suggested. Doc had pickled herring. I had the French dip and shared some of the meat with grandpup. The Au Jus was put into a tiny cup about 1/3 filled for dipping. It was missing the Cole slaw I chose as a side. When we opened the order at our Air B&B we found out hub's meatball sandwich was missing. Doc called the restaurant and was told they couldn't issue a refund. End of story. They had several tables for diners to eat in. We were told we could wait inside for our order. Red and white place mats.

    While walking around Solvang, we decided to stop and try some Danish food. After looking over the…read moremenu and not really knowing what to order, our server suggested one of their sausage plates, so we decided to give it a try. It was my first time trying this style of Danish sausage. To be honest, it wasn't really my taste, but it was still an interesting experience. The plate came with a small salad, potatoes, and some pickled vegetables. Everything was fine, just not something I would normally order again. What I enjoyed most was sitting outside with a beer and a mocktail, watching people stroll through the beautiful town of Solvang. For me, the atmosphere was the highlight of the meal more than the food itself. The service was friendly, and parking was just a short walk away, which made it easy. The food may not have been my favorite, but I enjoyed spending time in Solvang.

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    Red Viking Restaurant - Roasted red pepper soup. Cream based so not spicey but still very good!

    Roasted red pepper soup. Cream based so not spicey but still very good!

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    Paula's Pancake House - Danish Combo w/ Strawberry Pancakes and scrambled eggs w/ cheese ($17)

    Paula's Pancake House

    4.1(3.6k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I recently went to Paula's this week and the food was very good. We had a party of 5 and waited…read moreapprox 35 mins to be seated. Service was good and the food was delicious. I ordered the Danish pancake combo and it did not disappoint. My daughter ordered the hamburger and she said it was delicious. I am including a picture of the kids menu because I have kids and this is what I look for when deciding on a place to eat. I did not find photos for a kids menu before going.

    On the staff's recommendation at our hotel, we decided to give this brunch spot a shot, and I'm so…read moreglad we did! The check-in process was a breeze; we simply shared our party size and dining preferences. Before we knew it, we were seated in about 15 to 20 minutes. Now, let me tell you about the atmosphere. Inside, it was quite lively and a bit loud, so we opted for a charming outdoor seating area that felt much more relaxed. I couldn't help but notice how the staff, dressed in traditional Danish attire, radiated warmth and friendliness while being impressively efficient. For my meal, I went with a Danish pancake accompanied by Danish-style sausage--absolutely divine! I also swapped my eggs for hashbrowns, and wow, these have to be the best hashbrowns I've had in years. My child chose a waffle topped with fluffy whipped cream and a glass of orange juice, which she raved about, claiming it tasted like fresh-squeezed goodness. The portions were more than generous, and the prices were surprisingly reasonable. All in all, it was a delightful brunch experience that I'd gladly recommend!

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    Paula's Pancake House - Paula's Special Combo.

    Paula's Special Combo.

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    Chomp Burgers, Fries, and Shakes - Burger and sweet potato fries

    Chomp Burgers, Fries, and Shakes

    3.5(787 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Nice restaurant off Mission Dr and Alisal Rd. We got sat down immediately and placed orders…read morerelatively quick. Food came out at a reasonable time. We got the Cheeseburger and Egg Ranchero Burger, both came with fries. For the Cheeseburger 3/5 and the Egg Ranchero Burger 5/5. Their ranch was good, not watery like most places. Workers were fine. Props to the buss boy for carrying so many dishes at once, haha. At the end of your meal, you either pay with your waiter or at the front. The restaurant should be a 4/5 at least. I didn't have any issues with the staff and didn't see problems for the other customers. I'd definitely come back again to get that Egg Ranchero Burger!

    For our last night in Solvang, my family and I decided to check out Chomp Burgers, Fries and Shakes…read morefor dinner since we enjoyed Brekkie's so much - it is owned by the same person. Chomp Burgers is located on Mission Blvd and The Little Mermaid fountain is directly in front of it. The interior was really fun and gave off that retro diner vibe! We ordered a Tuna Melt with Regular Fries, the Chicken Pesto Sandwich with Chili Cheese Fries, a cup of Chili and some drinks. Everything was really good - my daughter really liked the chocolate milk we ordered because it was made from their milkshake ingredients. Staff were super nice and working their tails off - I also really liked watching the owner walk around and making sure everyone was staying on task. He was really involved and engaging - we even had a brief conversation with him when we left. Overall, it was a great meal - we were actually kicking ourselves for not checking them out sooner! Also, their milkshakes looked incredible! Check them out!

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    Chomp Burgers, Fries, and Shakes - Burger with grilled onions and fries

    Burger with grilled onions and fries

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