The Andersen's Danish Bakery & Restaurant
1106 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Crema's Take
“Nestled in Santa Barbara, this family-owned Danish bakery and restaurant brings authentic Scandinavian charm to the California coast, with housemade pastries and European baked goods that transport you straight to Copenhagen. The standout experience is settling under the beautiful trees with a genuinely excellent cup of coffee that rivals what you'd find in Australia or beyond, paired with delicacies like their celebrated pineapple colada tres leches cake and buttery cheese Danes. It's the kind of warm, unpretentious neighborhood spot where friendly staff and homemade quality make you forget you're in Southern California—and wish they'd open a location near you.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I wish they have one store in San Diego. The Pina colada tres leches is delicious 😋 😍!!!!
We went there for breakfast and were delighted to finally find a decent coffee as good as any you would get in Australia. A lovely place to sit under the beautiful trees. The service was great as well.
The bakery is good. The coffee is good. I didn’t care for the eggs Benedict or the service. When I arrived at about 11:30 on a Sunday I needed to order at the counter but by the time I left there was table service so that was confusing. No one explained that. I was supposed to know. The food arrived before drinks. Never nice. I didn’t care for the spicy potatoes or the ham. Would go again for bakery and atmosphere on State street but not interested much in that breakfast menu. I didn’t care not order a gigantic mimosa but fine. I think my counter server could have explained more.
Nice place, very friendly staff and so far delicious food. I only had a sample of the cheese Danish (blood sugar is high) but it was absolutely delicious. Im going to bring my wife down for their high tea service.
Andersen’s is a charming, family-owned Danish-style bakery and restaurant that’s been passed down through generations. They specialize in authentic European and Scandinavian pastries, and also serve breakfast, brunch, and dinner. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and can easily accommodate parties of all sizes. I ordered the crab cake Benedict, and my wife had the bratwurst sausage with eggs. The crab cake Benedict was perfectly cooked - rich, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The bratwurst was equally delicious, packed with savory spices and paired well with the eggs and potatoes. Both dishes are definitely worth trying. The interior of Andersen’s makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a cozy café somewhere in Europe. The antique-style furniture adds to its old-world charm, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. Overall, Andersen’s is a delightful spot for a casual meal or a special treat. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner. She gave me a little bit of history of the business, and even gave me and my wife a complimentary slice of a delicious cinnamon dessert. It was comparable to Cinnabon, but way better! Definitely give it a try. You won’t be disappointed!
Crema Reviews
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