One of my favorite bakeries I look forward to going to when I visit Anchorage. The variety of…read morepastries breads, soups and sandwich they have always look mouthwatering. It's just a cute place to vibe at and be around the community.There is a coffee shop, plant shop, juice shop and small market in the same building which makes it worth the stop. The seasonal ginger bread chia tea from the coffee shop is like Christmas in your mouth. The turkey sandwich is like thanksgiving with cranberry sauce and pecans. The sweet potato burban cupcake was actually to die for. The cake was moist with a carm filling of pecans and bourbon topped with a light cream cheese frosting. I'm never disappointed with fire island. A jem in anchorage.

- breakfast focaccia with sausage: a bit on the bland side, it's missing something. Maybe a pesto…read moreor red pepper sauce. The sausage was good though, and a bit salty, which might have balanced the seasoning in this item but the chunks were too few and big to be balanced. - messy egg salad sandwich: a lot of dill, heavy on the pickled flavor, and good red onion crunch. This was just ok. It looked better than it tasted, unless you're a fan of dill. Mainly got this sandwich to try their bread but the bread was an afterthought. - maple rhubarb muffin: hard pass. Can't taste the rhubarb and barely any maple. The bottom also was more burnt than anything. It seems they may have over mixed their batter, muffin didn't have a tender crumb.

*insert cliche about better late than never here*…read more Wow, I've walked right by this place, dozens of times, not knowing what a gem it was! If you're near Snow City Cafe and don't want to wait 18 hrs, this is a great backup option for scrumptious food downtown! This is mostly a grab-and-go setup and they specialize in decadent croissant sandwiches. I recommend getting a combo as it comes with a sweet treat. (I love baked goods, but I often just want "a taste" and not some massive muffin/cookie/brownie) If you're looking for a breakfast sandwich in Anchorage, this is probably one of the absolute best options!

I have been wanting to try this place, I love croissants! The thing that has been keeping me away…read moreis the location (for me) I'm sure it's handy if you work in this building or work downtown, but commuting here and then where do you park to hop in and get lunch? Maybe you could get away with staying in the loading zone? Hit or miss because you don't know how long it'll take to get your order if you just walk in. I got the Holy Grail. It was very good! By the time I was 2/3 in the meat became very salty and I almost couldn't finish it. Might need something more to cut the saltiness of the meat or more vinegar, and cheese, not very much of either on the sandwich. A little spendy for lunch, but worth it once in awhile. I also got the "meal" which was Mac and cheese(or salad) and a bite of one of their desserts. The Mac and cheese was HEAVY on either garlic or truffle, it was a little much. But it was good overall just not your regular Mac and cheese taste. The brownie was very good, dark chocolate. With the meal you get like 1/4 of one of their regular bars. Next time I would try the grilled cheese or back to the future sandwich. The lady making the sandwiches I think was the owner, there was also another lady helping out. I wish she would have explained things a little more like what the desserts were, I didn't realize they were right in front of me when choosing. And she didn't ask if I wanted Mac and cheese or salad with my meal. The owner you could tell took her work seriously and she loves her craft!

Today we were at the Den'ina Center for the 1st AKC Alaska Dog Show of The 2026 season. Not…read morewanting the boring, Concession Stand food, like cheeseburger or hot dogs we opted for the Alaska Gourmet Subs! Judy and I both got the Fajita Steak Sub on Herb Wheat rolls! So much better than concession food in Den'ina! Totally hit the spot with Vicki's Chips and an Iced Tea! Folks were going where'd you get that as we chowed on our Steak Fajita subs. If you're a vendor or attending an event skip the Concession Stand and go out the front door of the Den'ina main entrance look right at the corner and there good subs await!

Ambience is small sub shop. Service is counter service and…read morefairly rapid. The vegetarian sandwich that I got was on the herb bread and toasted. I got lettuce provolone cheese mayonnaise tomatoes, pickles, olives and onion. It was possibly one of the best subs I have ever had. The six inch is huge. My wife got the salmon sandwich and said it was wonderful. Highly recommended. Excellent food

Having been to Italy, Originale's is the closest restaurant that even compares to the taste of the…read moresandwiches made in Italy. I've had the Nonni and the Classic Piadina. Both are packed with flavor. Whether ordering in or ordering to go, keep in mind it takes quite a while--almost 10 to 15 mins--for the staff to make your sandwich, so I wouldn't recommend that you stop here in you're in a hurry because you're not going to get it out fast. In this case, call ahead about 30 mins or so if you're picking up. The prices are a little high, but it's worth the price for the quality of the food you're getting, which I can't say for most restaurants in the present era (2020s for those that are reading this in the 2030s and 2040s, if this platform still exists then lol!) Either way, the quality is HIGH and the flavor factor? HIGH! The Classic Piadina is very fresh tasting and comes with greens. It only comes in one size, so it's a little small for me. Still delicious! The Nonni is a pretty large sandwich, if you're getting the full sandwich. The onions combine with the meat enhances the flavors. The building that Originale is in presents itself as a very quaint and relaxed lunch spot with bright colors and large windows. It's a place you can go to sit and talk with friends. I look forward to trying more of their sandwiches.

I popped into Originale for a weekday lunch without ordering ahead and ended up with a bit of a…read morewait as it was fairly busy--but let me tell you, that sandwich was absolutely worth every minute. I went with the "Favorito," and let's just say, it instantly earned its name. The prosciutto cotto was pure-savory-bliss-melt-in-your-mouth good. And the focaccia- fresh, herby, and perfectly balanced in thickness. It hugged the fillings just right without stealing the show. Also, the tomatoes- I did not expect them to be so buttery and delicious. I may have paused mid-bite to appreciate them. Yes, I'm that person. As a die-hard cheese lover, the little bonus cube of cheese on the side felt like a tiny gift--like the sandwich was giving me a wink and saying, "Hey, I see you." Originale, I'll be back. Probably sooner than I should be.

A must-stop family owned restaurant with high quality food and great service. The vibes and…read morecoziness at Pil's make it perfect whether you're a tourist looking for quick, healthy, homemade food, or a local looking for a cozy affordable lunch spot. The one meal I can't stop coming back for is the breakfast burrito which is hands down the greatest of all time.

Black iced coffee is a gale in the sails and the breakfast burrito is a fresh and crispy way to…read morestart the day

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!

This place slaps ate lunch here two days in a row. Great food and vibes, highly recommend…read more Cheers - B.G.

Great place to eat- but when you go to pay and if you've already left a tip/ the guy gets mad when…read moreyou don't leave your change - entitlement and rude- Why be rude when I've already left a tip

It's a Monday so it's time for bread. This place is amazing. We come back time and time again for…read morethe cinnamon chip and we try to switch it up but we need a white loaf this week so that's our second loaf. Lunch time is crazy since they added sandwiches but reminds me of back home so I don't mind at all. Everything we get here is delicious and my little nephew even loves it and he's more picky than me lol. The service is always great. You can get a sample with butter that's right they will butter your sample. And it's a slice of the bread, not a small portion like Costco. The Ambiance is that of a bread store, or a sandwich shop. Loud at times and busy. Go and grab some lunch or a loaf or two, I promise it will have you coming back every time.

The service here is absolutely amazing! Had a rough travel day that started at 4:30am and by the…read moretime I got here I was tired and hangry. It started with the many choices of bread, a 'would you like some of this delicious warm bread while you wait' paraphrasing only slightly, and then they didn't have the bread for my sandwich (I paid an extra $1 for cheesey) and they went over and beyond to compensate for such a small inconvenience. I am overwhelmed with gratitude. I will be coming back before I fly out. It's truly the little things that can make a person's day Thank you to the team there on Wednesday, 4/15/26

Came back 2x! And then was on our foodie tour of Anchorage. Worth the wander! Their smells…read morefloat up the streets!!!

Gran servicio y la ensalada era muy deliciosa. Me voy a retornar mañana por el burrito!read more

We attended Spenard Joe's for a special "soup" event during Pride Month. They set up a fire pit,…read moreseating and invited local LGBTQ2S artists to their patio to set up tents. It was really cool. They also have a very interesting menu of teas, coffees and other beverages and creatve concoctions I've not seen offered anywhere else. We all very much enjoyed our offerings and were regretting that we hadn't visited Joe's when we lived in Spenard!

Always my go to place in Spenard! The coffee is on point and great conversations with the crew…read morethere! Don't forget to grab a Sammie, they have the best in town!