Viking Garden Restaurant

Nestled on Alisal Road in the heart of Solvang’s charming Danish village, Viking Garden Restaurant invites guests to experience authentic Scandinavian flavors in a warm, wood‑clad setting that echoes the town’s historic architecture. The menu showcases classic Danish specialties such as the Sausage Taster—grilled Polish kielbasa, Swiss bratwurst, spicy Sicilian chicken sausage and medisterpolse served on a bed of tangy sauerkraut—for $13, and the Danish Medisterpolse, a seasoned pork and veal sausage paired with red cabbage, mashed potatoes and rich gravy. Seafood lovers can savor the Norwegian Salmon, lightly seasoned and drizzled with lemon‑tartar sauce, while the Fish & Chips offers North Sea cod in a crisp beer batter alongside coleslaw and malt vinegar. Steak enthusiasts will appreciate the Rib Eye and New York cuts, each cooked to order and accompanied by roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Vegetarian options include the Pasta Primavera with fresh mushrooms, spinach and pesto, and a Veggie Burger topped with Swiss cheese and avocado. The bar features a curated selection of European brews—Carlsberg from Denmark, Hofbräu Hefe‑Weizen from Germany, and Belgian Chimay Blue—plus local California craft ales. Open daily from 11 am to 9 pm, the restaurant serves lunch and dinner with moderate price points ranging from $10 for appetizers to $30 for premium steaks. Families are welcome; a kids’ menu offers cheeseburgers and chicken strips. Reservations are recommended for large parties, and the friendly staff can arrange private dining in a cozy back‑room overlooking the garden patio.