Solvang Brewing Company

Food was pretty good but was not served piping hot as it should be. Ambiance was nice but service was very slow and not terribly attentive. The one exception was the hostess, who went out of her way for us. We went for my dad's birthday and she made sure we got a dessert for him on the house. Everyone else seemed to be very busy, bustling about but not getting much done. Still, it's the only late-night thing to do in Solvang and there's a bar and live music, so can't complain too much.

Yama Mama...  I can't fathom someone only giving this place a couple stars, as it is some of the best bar food I've ever had!  I got the Reuben pastrami w/ sweet potato fries, and 3 days later, I can't stop day dreaming about it!  I also had a raspberry wheat to wet my whistle, and that only sweetened the deal for me.  I'm considering making the drive from Santa Barbara again tonight to satisfy my urge.  I will say it is a bit pricey for bar food, but at least the quality backs it all up.  Best Reuben I've ever had!

The wineries close around 5 or 6pm, the shops and restaurants aren't open much later.  The ostriches, mini horses, and lavender farmer went to sleep hours ago.

What the hell is there to do in Solvang past 9pm??

Have drinks!

Right on the main strip (across the street from the Hamlet Inn), you'll find the Solvang Brewing Company. It's a small, divey, locals joint. The drinks are cheap and strong. They have a long list of assumably local brews that you can order in the form of pretty sizable "tastes" for less than 2 bucks each.  And best of all: live music!!