The Big Bopper Drive-In

The Big Bopper Drive-In was not on our agenda for Christmas day. The nieces really wanted to go to another restaurant. Unfortunately that other restaurant was closed as were the majority of businesses in Solvang that Christmas day. Since Big Bopper was one of the few places in town that was open for business for Christmas, they were packed with customers. Order at the window and find a spot to sit at their outdoor dining area. No indoor seating available. It was about a 30 minute wait for our food to be ready. Well worth that wait!! Usually my wife and I would order differently so we could share. This time, though, we each chose to try the Western Viking Burger. We both agreed that it their Western Viking burger is a pretty damn good one. I can honestly tell you that it is the best burger that I've ever eaten in Solvang. Fries were tasty also. Thank you to the kind staff at Big Bopper Drive-In for working on Christmas Day! Highly recommend folks to stop by the Big Bopper Drive-In when you are in town.

Surprisingly delicious! Every other solvang place had a massive line--so worth the walk! We got the basics, burgers, fríes, fríed zucchini! It did not disapoint! Next time in Solvang, if you tire of ableskevers, check out the big bopper!

Good sized portions and the tri tip was great. Hand cut tomatoes in my sandwich were huge. My kids killed their burgers and chicken strips. Nice touch of the season salt on the fries. Perfect place for a quick bite to recharge while walking around!

Great little mom and Pop joint. Tasty burgers, fries and onion rings. Loved that we could sit outside and enjoy the nice weather.

My family and I dipped into Solvang for a weekend getaway. We ate at a few of the local eateries, trying to stay in the Solvang theme but wanted to try this burger spot on the way in. The Big Bopper Drive -In looks like a run down Drive-In diner of the 50's, where someone would take your order at your car on roller skates. Although the ambience was lacking, the food and service was perfect. We got the Big Bopper burger, fries, and some shakes. The shakes were nice and creamy. We got chocolate, vanilla and peanut butter! The fries were well seasoned and delightful dipped in ranch. The big winner was their Big Bopper cheeseburger which is a 1/2 lb of tasty ground beef on two large buttered buns! I added extra patties but didn't need to. Big Bopper, your BIG BOPPER IS A BIG DEAL!

A solid, fresh, classic hamburger. I had the Solvang burger, which is the smallest and cheapest in price that they offer. I enjoyed it, could it be bigger? Probably, but the quality is there. I also had the chili cheese fries. Fresh, hot fries, piping hot chili and cheese. What else can you ask for? I came here for a straight forward, classic American hamburger meal. Came, conquered, and left happy. If you want a classic, American burger meal. This is the spot.

This fast food drive-in is right off Mission Drive as you enter the western side of Solvang, and it's worth a visit. The menu is diverse with selections including burgers, sandwiches, burritos, and all the accompanying sides you'd expect. Additionally, they offer shakes and dessert items. We tried their signature tri tip sandwich, which was fantastic! The sandwich roll was fresh (maybe from one of the many local bakeries?) and the meat portion and toppings were generous without any single ingredient overpowering the overall taste. Please note there is also a "California" version of the sandwich for a slightly higher price which includes a few more ingredients and must be equally tasty. We also brought some tri tip taquitos back to our room, but we didn't realize guacamole wasn't included (or the server neglected to pack it) though it was on the menu as a side. They were also good but could have been a real home run with the guac. For those seeking a bit of nostalgia, the physical structure put me in mind of an old A&W drive-up (sans carhops). There is outside shaded seating or the option to eat in your auto if not taking your food "to go." This is a perfect spot to grab a bite if staying in one of the nearby motels and looking for a snack later in the afternoon or evening as Big Bopper's closes later than many of the other restaurants in the area (open until about 8 p.m.). Also, this spot is good if feeding young ones who may not be fans of the local Danish cuisine. Overall, Big Bopper's is another noteworthy dining option when visiting Solvang - especially if staying in one of the nearby motels. When in town consider checking it out.

You can walk up and order your food. I ordered an order of chicken fingers with fries and a pink lemonade. The menu also has Mexican food options and of course burgers. They have outdoor seating available. The fries were crinkle cut and had a delicious seasoning. If you're looking for fast food this is the place to stop while in Solvang.