Pea Soup Andersen's

It's soup season!!! Had to make a stop while on our little road trip. I love historic, quirky restaurants and this one delivers. The atmosphere, service and food was great. Except for the chilli :( do not try... It really tasted bland, yet expired. But other than that a fun, family lunch was enjoyed.

Per the previous reviews, the location itself is a bit rundown. Although I found the service for my takeout order pretty good. Also, at the south end of the restaurant they have a general store and a little museum for the city of Buellton which allowed me to pass the time while I was waiting for my food to be prepared. The chicken pot pie and the Count of Monte Cristo sandwich were both fantastic! I would definitely recommend the food.

It's seriously like stepping back in time, such a cool spot/experience. The restaurant hosts a travel store, bakery, and the town's historic society. You get to learn about the significant history of this Pea Soup destination, and the highway it used to rely on, long before you even sit down to have your meal. The dining room looks like it hasn't changed in 50 years, and playing music just as old it's a pretty fun vibe that augments the experience. I got the travelers special with unlimited pea soup, bread, and a shake. My first time eating split pea soup and I absolutely loved it! Very filling, especially after a few bowls, and the shake was delicious as well. My partner's fish and chips was an amazing portion, just know it won't travel well if you aren't ready to eat it all right there. Prices have definitely changed a lot over the years... That's my only ding of a star - they aren't outlandish, but a bit more than you'd hope for an old timey roadside cafe.

We were lucky to be seated at 8:15pm, the restaurant closes at 9pm. We were staying at the adjacent hotel and had to try their famous PEA SOUP. It did not disappoint. I was surprised to see they even offer the soup on their breakfast menu. Take the time to check out their bakery with authentic danishes and the really cute gift shop for souvenirs.

Walking in looks a bit like an abandoned restaurant so it could benefit from a renovation. The food was amazing though, I had the Monte Cristo and I highly recommend as others did. We also had the chicken pot pie which was great and a BLT. I'm not a split pea soup fan but of course had to try here and it is good. Our waiter was delightful and there was no wait to get seated. Oh and milkshake was so worth it!

Fun Spot to visit with a great diner feel and menu. Come early on the weekends before the tourist crowd show up around noon. We arrived around 10am and got seated right away. Their famous Pea Soup is served throughout every breakfast, lunch & dinner!

The idea of a restaurant with cuisine centered around pea soup, of all things, was not wildly appealing to me. Passing through the Solvang area, the kitsch factor drew is in, and I'm glad it did! The staff was very welcoming and attentive. Our food arrived quickly, with generous portions. The chicken pot pie was creamy, well-seasoned, and filling. The top was thick and flaky, as opposed to some of the more pie like crusts you may encounter elsewhere. My wife ordered a pea soup and sandwich combo, and I am happy to report that after trying a spoonful of hers, we are both pea soup converts. It is nothing like the chalky canned slop my parents poured from a can! Flavorful and rich, with no chunks of questionable ham product, Andersen's soup is worth stopping for.

Pea soup was good. Bread and bakery great! The meatloaf was horrible-not sure if it was that day or what. It was swimming in gravy and it didnt taste like meat. It was gummy and bread like as if too much filler was used. Other items were okay. If you are into pea soup, it's a must stop location!