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    Black Bear Coffee

    4.5 (29 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Sarah S.

    Stayed in an Airbnb close by in Anchorage. My dad and I walked to the Black Bear coffee stand and hopefully didn't look foolish when we stood in line with the cars that had pulled up. We don't have these darling coffee houses on the East Coast but it was so splendid to look over their menu and speak with someone who was enthusiastic that early in the morning. The three times we walked over for coffee, the employee in the house was friendly and quick. Coffee was a bargain too! $3ish for 2 medium coffees. Also- no sales tax in AK! No excuse to not leave a small tip :)

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    I gave 3 stars but it's a 3.4-star to me. Pros: - Service is great! The lady was super attentive and flexible to changes. Noted that it's a coffee-shack, so there is no place to sit! DRIVE-THRU ONLY - The shake is heavenly! - The 12-oz breakfast burrito is great -- I'm no expert to Mexican food but it was tasty from my standard. It has a nice load of cheese, potatoes, eggs and sausages. Cons: - Food are all microwaved so don't set your expectation too high. @ The ham & cheese croissant is subpar -- since it's microwaved, it's nowhere near crunchy and tastes like a Walmart croissant @ We also ordered a cinnamon roll -- it's humongous! The size of an adult's hand! But it's really plain and dry so we had to give up on it after some bites. - If you like strong/more bitter coffee, you will probably not be impressed by the latte here. I ordered a 16-oz latte and it tasted plainer than Starbucks' 16-oz blonde latte. Adding an extra shot might help. Traveling from Boston, we think it's a great place to try local coffee. Meanwhile, we would say we had seen better coffee houses.

    Ashlyn R.

    Very friendly staff and for us it is located in a great location! My husband and I ordered tiramisu lattes and they tasted amazing. If you see this place definitely stop by.

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    Ted J.

    A good cup of coffee overall. The barista was good to speak with and the coffee was a fair price. I'm glad I stopped by here today and feel it's a nice local coffee shop.

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    1 year ago

    For fast drive thru service it was as expected nothing more nothing less, coffy was good.

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    I had the S'mores special!!! Loved it! I highly recommend. The service was great she was so friendly and gave us some tips.

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    7 years ago

    Great coffee. Up here on vacation, I've tried a few other local coffee places and so far this is the best I've had!

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    Good place. Many hotels very close. Nice people. quick drive through service

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    Service was friendly. Espresso was just ok given I am a snob. Muffins are from Costco.

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    Great tea, friendly baristas and dog treats to! Easy to drive in and out.

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    Organic Oasis Restaurant & Juice Bar

    Organic Oasis Restaurant & Juice Bar

    3.8
    (185 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I was looking for healthier options for lunch while doing my best to keep my New Year's resolution…read morealthough this may not last long when the pizza or Mexican food cravings kick in. Organic Oasis is located on Spenard Rd. and W. 26th Ave. in a strip mall next to Video Game Depot. The interior dining room is open and spaciously laid out. A stage is set up in one corner of the dining area for live music or open mic nights and is one of several places hosting Spenard Jazz Fest this year. Shelves decorated with antiques for sale as well as artwork and crafts from local artists adorn the entire wall next to the stage. The employees were busy but friendly and greeted me when I walked in. I had just finished a workout earlier before arriving and decided to try one of their Power Smoothies on a whim. I chose the Sea Foam Smoothie with the Moon Mix (green papaya powder, flax seed, chicory, pectin, rice bran, calcium, magnesium, calcium, and L. acidophilus with 72 ionic trace minerals extracted from sea water....sounds very healthy to me!) that promotes cleansing, clarity and weight loss as the health benefits. Not knowing what to expect from such an eclectic list of ingredients, the smoothie itself was delicious and refreshing after the first sip. It certainly lives up to its name as the Sea Foam by its appearance (I think kale was one of the ingredients I missed due to the color). I had the Peanut Butter Conspiracy in a previous visit (peanut butter, banana, apple juice, and spirulina) which was also very good. I can't help but think that the owners are vinyl collectors of classic rock. On a side note, Peanut Butter Conspiracy was the name of a psychedelic pop rock band from the late 60's. Smoothies aside, the food here is also worth trying out. Some of the dishes I had on previous visits include the Lamb Burger (Australian lamb, red onion, lettuce, tomato, feta, Swiss cheese and tomatoes), the Chopped Chicken Salad (tomato, bell peppers, cucumbers, red onions, and sunflower seeds), the Roasted Brussels Sprouts with chipotle sauce, and the Bacon Beef Bleu Burger (organic grass fed beef, avocado, bleu cheese, lettuce, red onions, tomato, mayo, and uncured turkey bacon). They offer delivery through DoorDash and a website to order online for pick-up. This is a good option for healthy meals but we'll see if I can actually stick to my New Year's resolution.

    We were visiting the University of Alaska Anchorage June 26th and needed lunch before heading out…read moreof town. Organic Oasis had some great reviews and the two in my party were semi-vegetarians. There were 6 other people in the room. The menu was well laid out and had great options for the meat challenged. We ordered our lunch at 1130. We were served water and then we waited... and waited. At 1230, we debated on leaving when I finally asked the hostess if she knew how much longer it would be, her response was curt and short, "they just started it." We thought it was odd that with so few in the room, the meal was just started nearly an hour after ordering. At 1250 the meal arrived. We had ordered the protein plate, a Thai salad and a turkey sandwich. The protein plate had an unseasoned burger patty that was crispy on the outside and raw on the inside and the steamed vegetables were barely cooked with the carrots still having the peels on them, the Thai plate had zero sauce. The turkey sandwich was exceptional, I opted for no cheese and added avocado. At 115, I went to the counter and the hostess looked very weary and asked what I wanted when the phone rang. She picked it up and immediately hung it back up without answering, then took the receiver off the phone. I said I would like to pay my bill. At this point, the hostess turned to the waiter who had been waiting on us saying, "these are yours." Three meals, only the sandwich was edible, came to $75. Wow. We were hoping that someone was just having a bad day, but seeing other reviews, our experience was similar to others. Will not be going back.

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    Irish Sea Foam Smoothie with the Moon Mix for Cleansing, Clarity, and Weight Loss.

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    T&T Asian foods

    T&T Asian foods

    4.7
    (3 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    In short: If you're looking for some delicious sandwiches or authentic Vietnamese Bánh Mì and…read moredrinks, this is the place to go! I bought a bánh mì thịt người (deli meats) and went home to share some with my husband, and we immediately went back to get 3 more I'm from Orange County, CA (known to have high concentration of Vietnamese population), and walking in the store is like coming back home. The owner is a very nice and friendly Vietnamese mom, came to the US ten years ago. We were chatting and watching her make the banh mi, and it just looked so satisfying to see her cutting the bread and see the steam rising. Perfectly toasted outside, fluffy inside, stuffed with meats and fillings. The bánh mì thit người was savory, with hints of sweetness, spice, and pickles veggies. You can request to not have those in the sandwhich, but all the flavors really meld together into a delicious experience. She sells tons of drinks there. We tried her Viet coffee, and her's is very rich and has a deep sweet flavor to it (be careful not to drink too late in the day if you're sensitive to caffeine). There's also a large variety of tropical fruit like longan, lychee, baby mango, mangosteen, etc. I highly recommend anyone who wants to eat Viet food, try interesting specialty drinks, or just wants to support small local businesses to check out her store.

    Very nice people but a very expensive Asian grocery store. The nice thing about this store is many…read moreitems are fresh and still alive lol (crab) which is probably the reason for the higher prices. I was a little disappointed the last time I came in as I wanted just half of the Asian squash and I asked if they could half it and they said no. I know they do it because I heard the owner offer to cut it for someone during their live stream earlier that day but they did not do it for me when I asked. The best pro of this place imo!They have a delicious bahn mi! I can't stop thinking about it! Anyways, I only really shop here if I am looking for something specific like blue crab but other than that I am glad they have fresh shipment of veggies and Asian fruits that come in.

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    Bánh mì thịt nguội , pickled veggies in the side, lychee
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    Acaí Alaska

    Acaí Alaska

    4.0
    (8 reviews)
    5.9 mi

    I'm so glad this place was resurrected after COVID shut down many small business establishments in…read moretown including Acai Alaska. Acai Alaska is located in a small trailer/food truck that sits atop a hill on the corner of Brandon St. and Old Seward Highway directly across from Southside Grill. There are new owners who have taken over from the original who operated at a strip mall off of Lake Otis and Dowling several years ago. The employees are super friendly and easy to converse with. The menu hasn't changed much although some of the food items like Musubi and almost all of the sandwich selections except the Grilled Cheese and Grilled Cheese with Ham are no longer available. There is a drive-thru window on one side where you can place your order. I ordered the Mauna Kea Bowl (topped with bananas, blueberries, strawberries, macadamia nuts, walnuts, chocolate-covered almonds, granola with raisins, and coconut shavings) on the Nutty Heaven base (Acai berries, bananas, strawberries, and peanut butter). The ingredients were fresh, filling, and made to order so expect to wait several minutes if there are a line of cars. However, it is worth the wait and easily a delicious healthy alternative for lunch and not just a snack. Other items on the menu include the Tiger Shark (blackberries, kiwi, raspberries, walnuts, almonds, goji berries, bee pollen, chia, and a variety of seeds that includes pumpkin, sunflower, flax, and hemp seeds), the Bonsai (kiwi, chocolate-covered Acai/blueberry, macadamia nuts, and spirulina) with a unique color combination once the ingredients are blended together, the Sleeping Lady Smoothie (Acai blend topped with mango and shredded coconut), and the Fireweed Smoothie (Acai blend topped with acerola and goji berries). Punch cards are offered for return visits. Buy nine bowls, get the tenth one for free. This place is a good option for those who want a healthier meal or a post-workout smoothie that offers a mix of healthy carbs and protein.

    After a few years hiatus this shop is back under new ownership! Same great recipes in a new grab &…read morego location in the Huffman area. It's definitely my favorite spot for açaí bowls. Service was quick & friendly. The trailer has one window for ordering & another for pick up. It truly was starting to feel like summer until our little mid March snow dump, but these açaí bowls will help keep your sunny spirits up. With 3 bases & 10 signature bowls to choose from there's certainly something for everyone! They also have smoothies & a cafe menu available as well. The blends are all dairy free & there's no added sugars. On this visit I ordered a 16oz MOFO bowl (blackberries, kiwi, mango, raspberries, strawberries, chocolate covered açaí & blueberries, granola with raisins & almonds, coconut shavings & I added a honey drizzle) with the original açaí blend. For my son I got the 16 oz Hawaiian blend smoothie. I love these smoothies for kids because all the sugar comes from the fruit. Go check this trailer out to get yourself a nice healthy treat!

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