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    Mortensen's Danish Bakery

    3.9 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Yule S.

    Take a look at my photos first--the cake and the bill just didn't match. I ordered three items (two cakes 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.

    I found a piece of plastic inside an apple pastry I ordered here. Even if it wasn't plastic or something else, the fact that there was a hard, unchewable foreign object in an apple pastry is completely unacceptable and makes no sense. I brought it to a staff member expecting at least an apology or some concern. Instead, they dropped the piece, insisted that it wasn't plastic, and then asked me with an annoyed expression, "Do you want your money back?" I then went back to my table and sat down, and a woman who seemed like the owner came over with the money. She forcefully placed it on my table without saying anything properly, which honestly made me feel even worse and more disrespected. I was honestly shocked by the way the situation was handled. Finding a foreign object in food is concerning enough, but the lack of apology or concern, along with how the refund was handled, made the experience even worse. Very disappointing customer service.

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    Elvira D.

    A very convenient place to go if you want a place to sit and grab a pastry and coffee. Stroller friendly. Beautiful area walking distance to other shops and restaurants. Would recommend!

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    Jeanette P.

    Mmm! There's one delight after another here! I felt we used great restraint as we chose just one item for each of us. My hubs chose a turnover for later while I got the almond bear claw, which certainly wasn't going to make it past the end of the street! The outside had a satisfyingly slight crunch as I bit through the sugar and almonds on top. The pastry was a flaky, buttery delight, while the almond paste on the inside was subtly nutty and slightly sweet. I definitely had little kid face with evidence all over my cheeks! What a delight! And thank goodness I don't live closer!

    Scot M.

    This was the first time we had gone to this Danish bakery. On our last visit to Solvang, we hit up another place and wanted to try this one this time. It was very good and very busy. There was lots of seating inside. The line moved very quickly and before I knew it I was enjoying a danish pastry. I would go back the next time we are in town.

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    Jordan T.

    So you're ready to go to Danish Paradise? Well, say no more than Mortensen's Bakery. Every bite of the butter cookies melt in your mouth with a buttery, perfectly balanced amount of sugar and distinct deliciousness that cannot be crafted by any rookie chef. The staff are amicable, knowledgeable, and passionate of their work and will have you walking out of the shop happier than a kid who learned to ride a bike for the first time.

    Susie G.

    Enjoyed a fresh and delicious cheese Danish - my first "real" Danish pastry and it was so good - look at that lamination! "Old-timey" interior vibe, tables indoors and outdoors. In the midst of the Solvang shops & restaurants.

    Desiree P.

    How do you resist when you see a case that looks this delicious?! And the aroma to match. Grabbed danishes to go and even the next day they were still delicious. Indulge. Enjoy. It's worth every bite.

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    Kiana S.

    I think I may have found my new favorite dessert. I really loved the Danish waffle--it was such a treat from the first bite to the last. I can see how some people might find it a bit too sweet, but for me, it hit the perfect balance and really satisfied my sweet tooth. The combination of the light, flaky pastry and the rich, creamy topping created such a satisfying contrast in textures. Each bite had that crisp outer layer with a soft, airy interior, which made it even more enjoyable.

    Alex K.

    If you haven't been to this bakery, you're probably missing out...lol.... A major hot spot in Solvang. There's a good amount of bakery but this one takes the cakes. Normally always a line during the weekend so be prepare to wait. But come midweek, you should be ok. Right when you walk in, the sweet fresh smell of baked goods. The danishes are one that's not to be missed. Their raspberry danishes, chefs kiss. Not only danishes, the strudels, crème puffs, eclairs and all their amazing creations. Rows and rows of goodness in the glass case. Can't tell you about the drinks as it's alway the sweets for me. To go or for later, gifts for friends. There's always some kind of reason for a visit here. Even to just grab something for a snack. The choices are endless. Service is always great. All the staff are very friendly and sweet. There's a good amount of seating inside the cafe but majority of the people like having their pastries outside. Seating outside and along the front of bakery. It's a cute shop that is a must whenever you're in town. Ask anyone about Solvang and I'm sure they'll recommend this place.

    Brenda R.

    Oh my WOW!! Go to Mortensen's if youre in Solvang! Some of the best bakery items anywhere. You must get a Pringle! We went to the case, the gals were so nice and helpful picking out local items! Its a darling little bakery decorated so cute! No picture of the kringle- we ate it

    Dominica T.

    WOW! This bakery is beyond amazing. Everything we tried was absolute perfection! The Danish waffle, the Sarah Bernhardt fancy cookie, and Cinnamon Danish are worth every calorie. I'll never have a cookie like the SB...it officially made it to my #1 spot. Staff was friendly and upbeat.

    Marisa Q.

    Mortensen's Danish Bakery *December 13th, 2025 *3pm- Saturday *4 Stars Environment: *Located in Middle of Danish Town, Solvang *Indoor Seating *Quick Service *Confusing Lines Food/Drink: *Assortment Danish Cookies: Pistachio Bar, Owl Eyes, & Clam Cookie *Napoleon *Chocolate Rumball I've been to several other bakeries during previous visits to Solvang, so this time I decided to try Mortensen's Danish Bakery. We picked up a large assortment of pastries and cookies, and the pricing felt very reasonable for the variety and portion sizes we received. The ordering process was a bit confusing, as the line flow wasn't very clear. It would have been much more convenient if there was a clear entrance and exit to keep things moving smoothly. As for the treats, the Napoleon was light and flaky, though a bit too sweet for my taste. The chocolate rum ball was a good size with a nice chocolate flavor, but the rum flavor was very subtle and barely noticeable. Overall, a solid bakery stop in the heart of Danish Town and a good option if you're looking to try a variety of classic Danish sweets.

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    How big is the cheese danish? Could two hungry people share it?

    No. It's so good you need to get 2! (Regular size)

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    Solvang Restaurant

    Solvang Restaurant

    3.7
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    This is a review for the window to order small to-go things rather than the restaurant: If you see…read morelots of people walking around with little boats of aebleskiver, it's probably from here--or at least that where I tracked the source down to in Solvang when I was there! I hadn't tried aebleskiver before so I have no point of comparison, but it was a little ball of dough with jam and powdered sugar. I ordered 3 which was plenty to split with my boyfriend just to get a taste of it. It's personally not my favorite since I think I would prefer a slightly crispier fried dough ball but I'm guessing that would be less authentic. I was glad to try it out so easily! The service was quick. It would have been nice if there were some seating outside--there were 2 benches, but it was pretty limited. It made a lot of sense why everyone was walking around with it!

    While in Solvang, I really wanted to try Æbleskiver, and Solvang Restaurant was the perfect spot to…read moretry them on our way out of the city since they open early at 7:00am! They have a quick service walk-up window where you can order Æbleskiver, Danish pork sausage, and some drinks, but it opens a little than the restaurant. Since the window wasn't open yet when we got there, we went inside to order the Æbleskiver at the counter. An order comes with three balls with raspberry jam and powdered sugar. If you order it to-go, it comes in a little paper boat. The Æbleskiver have a pancake-like texture, and the jam and powdered sugar give it a nice sweetness. I just wish there was a little more jam to go with it! Fun to try, and I liked that an order comes with just three pieces, so it's just enough to sample!

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    Ingeborg's Danish Chocolates

    Ingeborg's Danish Chocolates

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    (225 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Been in Solvang at least 50 times but have never been to this place nor any other chocolate shops…read moreuntil recently. I suppose this is a great place to check out if you are looking for Danish style chocolates and licorice items, but not sure if it's much better than other chocolate shops for regular chocolates. Main difference with Danish chocolates is that they use marzipan (almond meal & sugar) as one of the ingredients. I'm not a big fan of marzipan so just ended up getting some peanut butter cups and assorted regular chocolates. They were quite good but pricey. Also got a gift box of nut cluster chocolates to share with my coworkers.

    I was literally going to walk past this candy store and not go in but something told me to go in…read moreand check it out and I am so glad I did. I was in here on a Friday a little after 6pm and no one was in here. I asked one of the young women working here what time they closed and she told me 6:30pm. I then went to check out their back area and oh my they had quite an assortment of Dutch licorice, I was in heaven! I like salty licorice, less sweet and more salty with a good licorice bite and also found one of the brands I really like. I also tried another I did know, just to see what it was like. The brand I am used to I am saving for later as I know what it tastes like. The new brand I got is a bit more sweet than I like but I still like it and it was good I tried it. This is a great shop if youre looking for Dutch style licorice. They also have plenty of award winning chocolates too and a lot of people showed up after I entered and all ordering their chocolates. Id come back here again when in town!

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