I don't come here because it's the fancy places you see in other cities. I come because the coffee is good tasting and always hot. The breakfast items I purchase (usually oatmeal or avocado toast) are perfect for me, and always served with a smile. It's an all female cast here and it gets very busy sometimes. But I always manage to find a clean table where the ladies bring my food and coffee. It's not fancy, but it's my favorite place to go in Anchorage for coffee and a bite. read more

Dark Horse Coffee - Table area facing towards the main counter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Got the Carmel bliss coffee! Mix of caramel and peanut butter! It was so good- when we were sitting drinking our coffee the barista went out and gave some drinks to the homeless people outside which was very sweet of her! There are fresh flowers on every table which is also very beautiful! 10/10 recommend read more

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I love black coffee, it's easy to get without a big fuss or adding things and Dark Horse has seriously good coffee. This was the best way to start my day, delicious caffeine, an everything bagel and a cozy place to sit. Very nice people working there and the customers were nice too! read more

Located in downtown Anchorage near our hotel. Wanted to try something other than Starbucks. I just had a large drip coffee, and I must say it was strong and tasty. They say it's roasted in Juneau. They also had some good looking pastries, and some locally produced chocolates. Very good service and a cool vibe. read more

A nice coffee house in downtown Anchorage with a modest but excellent breakfast menu. The Allison's Eggwich is a great option. It's a small space but has several tables inside in a cozy setting and literally is an old house. It can be crowded in the morning, but the staff are friendly. read more

Stopped here for a coffee & a snack in the morning... they have a variety of coffees and also milk alternatives... coffee is nice & strong... they have a small sitting area which is nice... the service is a little slow when they are busy so just be aware if you see a line it will be a bit... read more

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Today marks the first day of mask freedom, so we celebrated by eating and drinking at great spots. Dark Horse Coffee is at the top of the list. The decor is great-- comforting yet practical. However, it is the brilliant suggestions and craftsmanship by the baristas that makes this place special. I had the Butter Cream; a brilliant mixture that made me squeak with delight. Yummy. Totally recommend. read more

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My husband really liked his espresso from here. They have kombucha available as well which is really nice. The ordering area is really tiny but the staff are nice and there's a comfortable indoor area to sit down. Next time I'll get a latte. read more

so happy i stumbled upon this cafe. The 2 ladies behind the counter were phenomenal. The variety in drinks is superb. I ordered the avocado toast and it was so delicious and filling. The latte was great! read more

Dark Horse Coffee - Avocado toast & lavender latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Four of us stopped in for coffee and breakfast. The quiche, eggwich, and panini were all good! Our coffees were great too! The employees were very nice. The inside was pretty crowded so we didn't stay for too long. read more

The coffee was good I only do cold brews Standard bake goods that I think you can find at any coffee shack-hut-cafe here in the state. The service was kind of weak there wasn't any sense of urgency for time or consideration. I felt uncomfortable with the clutter because the only way in is the way out and people stand there and converse as no one on the staff end is moving these people out of the way so it can be awkward I think and uncomfortable. read more

Their coffee was great. Had a breakfast sandwich on sourdough bread . The bread tasted like it was home baked.

Very good Americano! Cool atmosphere in the coffee house. The service was friendly and helpful and I recommend. read more

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I had a dirty chai latte and sat and read the complimentary newspaper. It's a cute place and the service was friendly. read more

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I stopped in late in the day and bought a slice of carrot cake and a cranberry muffin. Was extremely good. The two ladies were very helpful and patient with my stupid questions. Will be returning in the morning to try the coffee! read more

Very nice coffee shop in downtown Anchorage. Great coffee of the day and cappuccino. My husband had a filling breakfast sandwich on a everything bagel. I had oatmeal with all the fixings-delicious! Nice decor, indoor and outdoor seating with capable WiFi. A bit unclear how to "line up" and order/make selections especially on a busy weekday morning. read more

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Very convenient to convention center. There were seats open when I went so that was very nice. It is eat yourself. You order at the counter. During conventions, there can be a long line but it moves at a reasonable pace. read more

Loved this place, the coffee was amazing, the service was very good, and the breakfast sandwich was made very well. Has a great atmosphere and the staff was awesome! read more

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If the other coffee shops in town are too "hipster" or "modern" or "like the ones in Seattle", then Dark Horse is the place for you. This downtown coffee shop is unapologetically old school. It's got a worn, homey feel. Carpet, old Alaska art, and purple cabinets. It's much smaller inside that it looks like from the exterior. You'll find all sorts of people here. Everyone from yuppies grabbing a latte before work to people that may or may not be asking for change on the street corners. WiFi isn't fast, but is above average and not frustrating. Coffee is good. I'm a poor judge of coffee though, so I don't know how I'd rank it against other spots in town. read more

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Tired of hotel coffee and not wanting to support a chain coffee shop, my husband and I frequented Dark Horse Coffee while on our honeymoon in Alaska. It was located a few blocks from our hotel. They are following all necessary health and safety precautions due to COVID-19. I tried several different lattes over the course of our stay. I love the variety of flavors they offer as well as the milk alternatives. My favorite by far was a latte that contained butterscotch and salted caramel. The flavors are smooth and not overly sweet. The staff were friendly and engaging. Unfortunately, we did not have the chance to try any of their food items but their coffee spoke for itself. read more

It's a beautiful little cafe service and food was great. Would surely recommend this place. read more

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Still as cosy and friendly as I recall! No dine in during this stage of the pandemic, but waiting inside in the warmth was no drama. Breakfast burrito will keep me going all day: eggy, some sausage, potato and salsa. The tortilla held it all together tightly without turning into a mess! The macchiato was perfect, strong and dangerous! read more

This place was pretty good. The crowded line and dining room must mean something. Unfortunately there was several arguments among the patrons that morning that ruined the visit for us and the staff tried to calm the atmosphere back down which I felt horrible for them and would be shook up. I think with them having indoor seating and being more on a city corner they just get some odd folk perhaps. Hot cocoa was good. read more

Cozy place, A+ customer service with great coffee, and delicious breakfast. Had the avocado toast & 16oz Americano read more

Dark Horse Coffee - Avacado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Great little coffee shop in downtown. Aside from the usual coffee and tea drinks, they have an assortment of baked goods, quiches, and other treats. There is a small seating area if you are not looking to get your drink to go. Prices are very reasonable and the staff is helpful and friendly. You can expect a bit of a wait if you arrive when it opens or during peak times. A nice spot to hang out after your inevitable visit to the PFD offices across the street! read more

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Good coffee, sweeter than usual. I ordered half sweet and still too much for me. Great service and cute place inside.

A great find in downtown Anchorage! Even better on a Monday when most other breakfast cafés are seemingly closed or have a ridiculously long wait that forces you to be there until lunchtime. Dark Horse is a cute little bungalow with sidewalk and indoor seating, plentiful area parking, community event flyers on the walls, and the New York Times and Anchorage Daily News for customers to share. If you are an oatmeal aficionado like me, this is your Olympic gold medal winner: Dark Horse serves a giant bowl of good quality oatmeal with milk, brown sugar, dried cranberries, and pecans on the side (raisins if you want them, too, but I didn't). It was fantastic and hearty, and perfect for the morning after a late night flight arrival when I was still groggy. I also had a caramel creme frozen coffee drink which was super tasty and so good that I did a repeat to-go visit the next day. I live far from Anchorage, but visit every few months, usually staying in a downtown hotel. I will make Dark Horse a priority stop whenever I am back. read more

Very RUDE employees! First off they ask you for a tip outloud to shame you into giving a tip. Second thing was I ordered the Caramalita which is advertised as a Carmel latte with secret spices. I figured ok maybe cinnamon, nutmeg ect. I get my drink and it's spicy hot. Turns out they put cayenne pepper in it. YUCK! So I go back and ask for a regular caramel latte instead and the older lady rudely stated "it says right here, pointing to the menu, that it has spices". I'm like ok but it doesn't tell you what type of spices, it just says secret spices. She made me my new drink and when she handed it to me she again pointed to the menu and said again that the Carmalita has spices in it. Ok lady.... Needless to say I'll gladly never go back there. read more

Absolutely zero customer service, I try to support local but there's no reason to be waiting on your drink and have it be sitting there without having a name or order called and act like your I am in your way for ordering. read more

Super friendly local coffee joint that I visited three straight days while in town from New York City. Loved the cold brew flavored with peanut butter syrup as well as their cookies. read more

Love the coffee and paninis yum great customer service can't wait to come back! Nice place to just chill with good music playing on the background. You can sit outside on a nice day. read more

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Roasted: visiting anchorage and had to try some coffee in a city that is super concentrated with coffee shops. Had to pick one and we picked Dark Horse. It's downtown but the look and feel of the place makes you feel like you are in a neighborhood. Things are still shut down due to covid so you can only pick up to go, no sitting inside yet. Team was friendly - we were greeted upon arrival and answered my questions quickly. Tons of sugar free flavors to choose from. After you order - you have to wait in the dining room until your order is done to promote social distancing. Everything was great until the coffee sadly. My latte was way too sweet - it just over powers the taste of the coffee and ruins the overall flavor. Sadly that ruined the cup for me. The espresso was a bit burnt and no latte art either. As cute and cozy as this place is - I wouldn't seek it out again. I'd continue trying all the other coffee shops in anchorage. Unroasted: this coffee shop looks like it's in the middle of downtown with large buildings all around. The space is good size allowing one to spread out. The decor is nice with plenty of tables. Now my latte was okay. It was just a bit to sweet for me. The sugar free syrup drowned out the coffee flavor. I was okay and if you need some coffee in the middle of downtown Anchorage give this place a shot read more

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A perfect little find in the city! Worth stopping by for! Drinks were yummy and breakfast was fresh! Recommend the avocado toast, açaí bowl and the breakfast sandwich! Service was the best!!!!! read more

Dark Horse Coffee is easily the best coffee in Anchorage. It is a locally owned and family operated shop in downtown Anchorage, and Karen, the owner makes sure coffee is made with extreme care. This is where I can find espresso closely brewed and made like I found in Italy. It is smooth and full of flavor. Beans are roasted in Juneau, Alaska. I am addicted. Baked goods are supplied from other local businesses in town, and other teas and chis are carefully selected by Karen. The team will ensure you are satisfied. While the shop is located by the state building, one of the larger engineering firms, the city building, and many other city buildings, Karen makes sure each cup of coffee is artfully made for consistency. This means, if you are in a hurry, this may not be the place for you, as there may be a long line. The shop serves many people their daily joe, and they are consistent customers. For good reason. You can enjoy the paper, your book, a magazine, or just the beautiful flowers on the patio in the shop. It's a great place for lunch as they have a circulation of soups and wonderful sandwiches. It's a great stop! read more

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Have been back consistently for a week, breakfast selection may be small but it is adequate to accompany my morning caffeine shot. Service is excellent, coffee is good! read more

The best avocado toast of my life Cute, cozy, clever coffee shop with friendly service and good savory options for breakfast read more

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Good coffee shop in the downtown area. Cappuccino was decent and a medium cappuccino came in a pretty big mug and we took our time to enjoy it. While we did, we started a friendly game of Chess and had a wonderful time. They had a few other card games as well. read more

Dark Horse Coffee - two cups of coffee on a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Great americano. Fantastic oatmeal. Really huge! Piping HOT oatmeal..... prefect! That's how hot oatmeal should be. Comes with brown sugar, golden raisins, craisins, pecans, granola, and cream. Talk about stellar fixin's!!!! Cozy place. Great place to drink JOE and have oatmeal & hang out! Everyone is super nice. read more

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First off... one day the Americano is barely warm, the next it's scolding hot. The breakfast foods and cookies are NOT made in house. And to top it all off, the Daughter/Mother owners are just rude. Today they advertised open 8-11, but the door was closed and one of them was in the shop and said angrily through the window, "we are closed". And it was 9:30am. I've given this place too much of my money and too many chances. Done with the Dark Horse. read more

Fantastic service. No wait. Got there about an hour after opening. Had a chai with an amazing almond poppyseed muffin and my friend had a drip with a bagel. The food and drinks were wonderful. The place is tiny, so I can understand having to wait...even tho we didn't. It was clean. We enjoyed our breakfast in their place and felt comfortable and welcome. read more