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.

I have been eating at Organic Oasis at least once a month for the past 10 year. It was always my…read morefavorite restaurant, until now. Over the last 2 years the quality has gone down greatly. Menu changes have been for the worse. Today when we arrived we waited for 10 minutes before I had to walk up to the front and ask for menus. The menus were very dirty and we felt gross even touching them. Then we waited another 10 minutes for the server. I don't blame the server for being understaffed, but at least some communication that we were not totally forgotten would have been helpful. The soup tasted good, but it was cold, which was disappointing. I got the Thai bowl, and it was mostly all cabbage and carrots with a few random mint leafs. It used to have an assortment of veggies and tempeh that was delicious. Now it only has a small serving of undercooked tofu and very little dressing or quinoa even. My favorite used to be the vegan high protein bowl and the Hungarian mushroom soup. Both have changed so much and are not good anymore. The soup is runny and oily now instead of creamy. The VHP is missing all of the ingredients that made it amazing in the first place and now is more like a basic salad. I am very disappointed as this used to be my favorite place to eat in Anchorage. I just want it to go back to how it used to be.

This place is a so great! I have eaten here every other time I have visited Anchorage. It's on…read moreSpenard road which is not the nicest part of town but definitely worth the trip. The family that owns and operates this gem is Greek and they are not only amazing cooks, but they care about their community!! I have been there eating several times this winter and obviously homeless people would come to the door and be given water, hot soup, half a sandwich, etc. that just made me love this place more. Now to the food. First of all I had the meatball sub which was not only delicious but super filling. The meat was very well seasoned, and the fresh basil just made the marinara pop even more, add the freshly shaved Parmesan cheese and you've got something special. The homemade bread puts this thing into overdrive! Crispy on the outside, light, delicate but not falling apart and heavy enough to hold together all that deliciousness without being filling like you just ate a large pizza. Now to the ridiculous tomato basil soup. I love the clam chowder but the tomato basil is my favorite. Savory, full of flavor, smooth, creamy and not greasy. This in my opinion is the perfect pairing to the meatball sub. You're welcome! The customer service here is amazing too just like the owners and the food. You will always be greeted by a smiling face, and treated like family. You will not regret stopping here. I've eaten the Meatball sub, The Philly, the lasagna and The Gyro ( lamb and chicken) all have been 10 out of 10. The ambiance is like a neighborhood dinner with a small dining room. You will love it!

First time trying Sofia's. We came on a Friday around 11:45am. Lots of people in and out on their…read morelunch break. Only about 5 tables with seats at the bar. I ordered the BLT and had the chicken lemon soup The soup was very lemony and salty but I ate the whole bowl it was pretty good. The BLT had too much lettuce on it and a couple pieces of bacon but it was your standard white bread-mayo- bacon-lettuce-tomato. Prices not bad when the sandwiches come with soup or salad. Nice quaint family run local restaurant. I would try the Alfredo next time assuming they make the sauce in house?

I love trying new places and this spot right here I wish I found sooner! This my first time in and…read morethe lovely lady up front recommended I got a lunch plate ($15) She recommended jerk chicken and curry & the stuffing also got a cornbread with it. Everything was cooked perfectly & that stuffing was amazing with the curry on top. 10/10 will be back again

I waited until my second visit to write a review in order to be more fair. All and all a great…read morerestaurant with a decent atmosphere. Pros: -Great food, although occasionally the portions can be a bit small for the large price of a meal (roughly 25-35 for a plate and drink) -Welcoming service, the older lady who tends to be behind the counter is very polite and asked throughout the meal if it was too our liking, which was appreciated. Cons: -Location, this can be a big deal for those with young children or single individuals. There were countless homeless people and it is situated right next to a gas station on a main road. Although I blame the City of Anchorage for this problem. Do not let this turn you away from a visit, just be smart! -Service time, this definitely shouldn't be treated like a fast food outing, it took about 15-20 minutes from order to get served and we had to go to the counter in order to get the dessert we had ordered. Not the worst thing in the world and they do humorously have a sign on the front saying that it will be a bit of a wait for food because it's all made in house. Wasn't a big problem for me but for those looking for a quick meal might not be ideal!

I'm impressed. I wasn't expecting much but was pleasantly surprised. The service was so attentive…read moreand kind. They took their time and explained things to us and even offered samples. This place is service with a smile! The ingredients were so fresh and the chicken in my salad bowl so tasty. Tried the lobster bisque and it was spot on. Can't wait to come back and try their smoothies and their sandwiches. The place inside is so inviting and Alaskan-ish. Great place to sit and enjoy your food. They even have a fireplace. Which I hope they turn on during these frigid cold days. I'm hoping to snap some pics next visit.

I'm really glad Anchorage has a place like this. We don't have many non-chain places were you can…read moreconstruct your own bowl/salad. The place is brightly lit and the staff are very helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, there just isn't much value in it for me. I got a salad bowl, with this format you choose: base: a type of lettuce, I chose mixed greens protein: I chose pulled pork up to 3 toppings: I chose mixed veggies, roasted corn, and feta cheese I was charged $0.79 for the feta and I'm not sure why. It was not listed as a premium topping on the menu board, nor is it on the website. The salad was tasty but I felt like I could eat another one. This is a great place for folks that have smaller appetites, I just need a bigger portion, personally.

This place is super cute and I love that I can order my sandwiches online. I do a lot of office…read moreruns and everyone loves the food. The service is super efficient too. I also... never fail to get those delicious cookies either. The salads are worth it as well. They're super accommodating to what you do and don't want on your food. Staff is incredible!!!

The Hoagie bread is a little tough for my TMJ, but it still doesn't beat the taste! Super yummy. I…read morelove the sandwiches here a lot, I've never had their salads and personally, not a fan of the Thai chicken soup, but a lot of my friends love it so maybe it's just a me thing.

Located in the Crowne Plaza directly across from where we are staying and recommended by our hotel…read morestaff, we came in seeking a new place for dinner. We definitely weren't disappointed. I ordered the cup of chicken noodle soup and the short rib sliders with garden salad. Hubby ordered his Mushroom Swiss Burger and fries. Mine was outstanding and he described his as good. Our waitress was very attentive, checking on us several times, and the restaurant was not very crowded. I think not many people know how good the food is here! The restaurant decor was pleasant enough. There's an exterior door on one side of the building allowing direct access to the restaurant/hotel hallway. Otherwise enter the hotel lobby and the staff will direct you.

This restaurant is not only for people who stay in the Crowne Plaza it's open for the public! My…read morefood was absolutely delicious and so was my beverage I received such amazing service. The community in the restaurant was top tier! Can't wait to go again!

Just grabbed a quick breakfast from this establishment, and I was blown away! The quality and the…read morequantity for the price is a STEAL. It is a small cafeteria style cafe in a large business building, but don't let the atmosphere fool you. This place is a gem. The chef, Malcolm, was too cool. He was very welcoming and friendly. He had a great attitude and the man gets down on the grill/griddle. I ordered a build your own breakfast burrito, with bacon and jalapeños, and it was hands down one the best I've ever had. The tortilla was even grill to delicious texture. If and when we're back in Anchorage, we'll definitely be back. Thank you again, Malcolm!

Wow, who knew there was a cheap, cafeteria-style eatery in the Conoco Phillips building open to the…read morepublic? If you want to get a massive breakfast burrito in 2 minutes flat for $8.50, this is the spot! The payment setup is bizarre though, it's literally self-check-out. I would challenge you to explore the public area in the lobby though. You will see all the wonders that oil can build, and all of the local artists that sold-out for oil money. Take advantage of the beautiful booths and seating, it's like a luxury hotel!

These tiny macaroon treats pack in the flavor in small bite size packages…read more My daughter loves making macaroons at home but the kitchen gets the 'WTF just blew up in here' effect! It's like almond flour and food coloring and pastry sheets and stand mixer with various fruit fillings in a state of chaos LOL! In a pinch, with no fuss or muss, let the pros handle it. We've bought his treats at the South Farmers Saturday Market as he's there in Spring/Summer with his booth. I've seen he does salads too, but haven't done one yet, but Judy has had them for work events and says they're really good. We got a B-Day gift for our daughters BF and got 5 varieties. Currently they have a Whiskey Chocolate off the Menu! My daughter and James the owner talk Maccaroon speak when they're togGreat deserts if your daughter can't make a quick batch!

Sweet Caribou is the ultimate spot to satisfy your macaron cravings!…read more From the moment you walk in, your eyes are immediately drawn to the macaron display! Beautifully aligned in a vibrant array of colors. Not only do they look incredible, but they taste out of this world too! With so many great flavors to choose from, I had to go for a variety pack, and every single macarons was delicious. The flavors were well-balanced, and the texture was perfect... Light, crisp shells loaded with flavorful fillings. Besides their macarons, they also offer a variety of lunch bowls, sandwiches, and weekly salad specials. During peak hours, it can get busy however the efficiency of the staff masters the challanges excellent. I'm the few times I have been, the wait has never been long even if the lane was long. So, If you're looking for a sweet treat with great service, Sweet Caribou is definitely worth a visit! *** As always translated to German for all our world travelers *** Sweet Caribou ist der hippe Ort, um Deine Lust auf Macarons zu stillen! Von dem Moment an, in dem Du hereinkommen, zieht es Deine Augen sofort auf das Macaron Display! Wunderschön angeordnet bei den knallig bunten Farben. Sie sehen nicht nur unglaublich aus, sondern schmecken auch ausgezeichnet.! Bei so einer tollen Auswahl, hab ich mich natürlich für eine gemischte Packung entscheiden, und jede einzelne Macaron war köstlich. Die Aromen waren gut ausgewogen und die Textur war perfekt ... Leichte, knusprige Schale voll delikater Füllung. Neben ihren Macaronen bietet Sweet Caribou auch eine Auswahl an Lunch-Bowls, Sandwiches und wöchentlichen Salate an. Zu Stosszeiten kann es schon schnell mal voll werden, aber die Effizienz des Personals meistert die Herausforderungen hervorragend. Bei den wenigen Malen, die ich dort war, war die Wartezeit nie lang, selbst wenn es viele Leute hatte. Wenn Du Dich wieder mal mit einem süssen Leckerbissen verwöhnen willst, und dabei grossartigen Service möchtest, ist Sweet Caribou einen Besuch wert!

Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon around 5 and they had their doors open…read more But when I parked and walked up, they were closing the doors. The employee shook his head to indicate they were closed. It took a few weeks but I made my back on Thursday afternoon. And the experience was solid. I started with the chips and salsa. I'm noticing a trend of some places charging for their chips and salsa. What's weird is the places with the most authentic chips often have one complimentary basket. And places like this with a price tag have the store bought variety. But the salsas were delicious (and the hot was even spicy!). I asked for a second mild salsa since the containers were pretty small. The tacos were good. I went for a carne asada and a Birria. The carne asada was on point. Hot and tasty without being salty. The Birria was a bit dry. The cheese helped a little. I removed one of the tortillas and dipped it in the salsas to get a little moisture to it. It made me wonder if consommé is not a norm for Birria. The restaurant was spotless and very nicely apportioned. Lots of seating for a place that looks so small from the outside.

So after reading Andrew H's review and seeing high rating overall we decided to switch up our…read moreMexican night and try a new place to both of us. The pictures online looked amazing, the menu looked streamlined and neat. Upon entering it is a super cute place and decorated very nicely. We enjoyed the artwork on display. Everything looked nice and clean, 8/10. Service was attentive and great. She was very quick and polite. No complaints here whatsoever! The food.... We were going to order calamari ($20) to start, but they were out. That's OK! No big deal. I decided we could just start with chips and salsa. This is not a free with your meal chips and salsa like other places but it's a reasonable $5. We received a big basket of tortillas and I enjoyed both red red mild and green hot salsas. The chips were good too. I ordered the chalupa plate ($21) and it came with two chalupas filled with chicken/potato and a side of rice and beans. The rice and beans were good. I liked that it was refried black beans. I got through my first chalupa, moving the lettuce aside to check it out. I noticed my chicken was pre-packed type chicken slices. You know, the kind with "grill" marks you find at Costco that are ready for salads and already cooked. My heart sank. For the price point I was seriously expecting more. It is not difficult to roast chicken fresh and shred it for dishes... My partner ordered the burrito special ($25) and while it was a MASSIVE thing that could feed you 3x easily it was subpar to him he told me later in the car. While I did not partake in dessert I did check out the little menu on the table. While I know the odds of desserts being made in house are low, I always hope so. The desserts here are from Sweet Street Desserts which is a wholesale chain, so I passed. I'm sure they are tasty, but just not for me when going out to eat. Unfortunately I don't think this place is worth the cost of the food vs the quality. They would need to up their food quality and freshness game to bring us back...

Nice bar space within the Marriott Anchorage Downtown. Good seating options, including some cozy…read morenooks near the entrance with a faux-fire feature. We stopped in briefly during our visit to pick up a bottle of wine to enjoy. Jennifer at the bar was great: friendly, welcoming and just a good asset to the place. We got our bottle and settled in to one of the nooks for a bit, then retired to our room. Since it had been a long travel day, we didn't stay long but Great Room would have merited a bit more time. I can't speak to the food options but the cocktail and wine selection was pretty nice. Good service and a worthy place to spend some time at the Marriott.

I travel a great deal and Marriott has always been a very accommodating place to stay. Most if not…read moreall Marriotts have some kind of restaurant bar either a combination or separate. This particular hotel has a combination, and frankly it is poorly operated. The hotel is very nice looking The eating area is clean however, their bar staff and their wait staff are probably very inexperienced. There was no organization the average wait time based upon the fact I actually timed mine is 20 minutes prior to getting the first cocktail, which was just a poured beer. I ordered food it the food came as ordered. Taste wasn't bad. But considering the fact that was 10 below zero outside with the windchill factor I wasn't going someplace else to eat. However, another person who I don't know what their circumstance was sitting next to me and waited so long just to illustrate a point he ordered Chinese food ordered from the local restaurant and delivered by GrubHub. That should send a message to the management of the Marriott that they need to evaluate staffing. Now in their defense, I suspect it's hard to hire staff that is experienced willing to work in this environment. Meaning this part of Alaska and you have to do what you have to do. The solution before you send them on their own teach them the basics. I'm not spending another night otherwise I'd be forced to eat here again, but I'd be a little more aggressive as a customer. Which they probably didn't need. I had the shrimp cargo, which is their version of escargot and I had a broiled cod sandwich tasted fine. French fries were not cooked and again that goes back to just a lot of orders probably very little help. My beer it was cold once I got it. I gave a three. Stars, I probably could've stretched that into Four because of the food, but let's leave it at three and try harder.