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    4.8 (208 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Cherry O.

    Wild Scoops is a true Anchorage gem, and I'm so glad we made it a priority during our October 2025 trip! This locally loved ice cream shop focuses on making small-batches, handcrafted flavors made with Alaskan ingredients--and it absolutely shows. We ordered two scoops in their signature Baked Alaskan cone, which comes topped with marshmallow fluff and lightly torched. I mean how can you not get the Baked Alaskan in Alaska right? We tried these available flavors at the time: *Wild Blueberry: Made with real wild Alaskan blueberries, this flavor was incredible--creamy with the perfect balance of sweetness and tart, berry brightness. *Tiger Treat: A swirl of Thai tea and black vanilla ice cream. Smooth and also not too sweet . My favorite was the wild blueberry!!! I love supporting local ice cream parlors that pour so much heart into their craft, and Wild Scoops delivers on every level. If you're in Anchorage, don't miss it--this place is worth the stop!

    Jasmine I.

    Finally got to visit Wild Scoops! This place stays busy but all staff work together seamlessly to keep their lines moving. The atmosphere is bright and warm despite them selling frozen goods. Wild Scoops has seasonal/rotating flavors. I believe if you visit often enough you may start to memorize their rotating flavors. Unfortunately, I cannot give 5 stars as I came specifically to try a Filipino dessert collab that was advertised to come with WildScoops Filipino flavored ice creams. For some odd reason, Wild Scoops did not make their Filipino flavored ice creams available when we came...disappointing. Despite this, what me and my girls were able to try, was fantastic. I believe we had vanilla bean and a few baked Alaska's. We can't wait to visit again.

    "Baked Alaska" Mochi Ube
    Taylor N.

    Wild Scoops has a range of local / random amazing ice cream flavors to try (you're able to test whichever flavors you want), friendly staff, an open seating area, and plays classic rock music! I'll be back.

    Tommy B.

    We all knowni travel for ice cream, so i traveled all the way to Alaska! The Rhubarb ice cream was absolutely

    Single scoop of "Rock on the Wild Side" with the baked Alaska topping

    Great service and tasty ice cream! Got "Rock on the Wild Side" with the baked Alaska topping. 10/10.

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    Albert T.

    We visited Wild Scoops on a Thursday afternoon and were greeted with a line out the door - and the entire time we were there, the line never shrunk! Single ($5.25) - This includes a single scoop of ice cream in a small 4oz cup. It honestly looks kid sized! I guess a good portion for people calorie counting? For the ice cream, we went with the AK Birch Almond. This ice cream has a delightfully strong sweet and nutty almond flavor. The texture is a bit stretchy and gummy, fluffy but rich. I feel like they use a bit more gum stabilizers than some other artisan shops which gives the stretchy quality. I have not had birch syrup but I've had birch water and love the sweet mineral flavor. I'm not sure that it really comes out much since the toasted almond flavor is so strong. (4/5) We also sampled two flavors which we've never had before: Fireweed, which is sweet, floral, and a bit fruity, and Spruce Tip, which I can't really describe the taste of. I expected it to taste kind of like cedar jelly, so like the essence of pine needles, but it was totally different. PS: the pantry items they have near the front of the store are actually pretty good value. We were looking for Birch caramels and they had the 6oz bag for $13. The more touristy stores were selling it for $20. Bathrooms - Single unisex room

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    Alexis S.

    I'd heard the buzz about this ice cream spot, so I had to see what the fuss was about. I rolled up around 9 PM--an hour before closing--and the line was already out the door. That's when I thought, okay, this has to be good. I'd seen a few videos hyping up their signature toasted cream topping, so I knew that was a must. Inside, the vibe was warm and welcoming, with a spread of unique flavors--even options for the lactose-intolerant crowd. One thing that stood out? They offer metal spoons for sampling instead of plastic ones. A small touch, but very cool and sustainable. The place has a good amount of seating inside and a bench outside, but judging by the crowd, snagging a seat on a busy day might take some luck. Now, the star of the show: the ice cream. I went with Redoubt's Revenge--a spicy chocolate flavor that totally surprised me. Smooth, rich, and with just the right amount of heat. Think Mexican hot chocolate in frozen form. I paired it with their Baked Alaskan Cone, and wow... talk about next-level. The toasted marshmallow cream on top was everything--lightly sweet, perfectly browned, and such a fun twist. I only wish I had one more day to go back. But until then, I'll be dreaming of that spicy scoop under that golden toasted cloud.

    Matchaberry swirl, one scoop
    Blaire C.

    I found Wild Scoops on a whim and decided to visit after my last day living in Anchorage for 2 months. And let me tell you, I am SO upset that I found out about this place later on because I'm now sitting in the lower 48, wondering how I can find something equivalent! The line was out the door despite it being a snowy day and I was there for ~40 minutes, the line was very consistent! I wanted to sample all the ice cream, the flavors were so unique! My favorite part is that they have actual vegan ice cream and not just sorbets. The vegan ice creams are made with oat milk and as a lactose intolerant, I am so grateful! I went a little all out. I started with one scoop, got back in line for another and then bought a tub to go :P Do yourself a favor and get the toasted marshmallow fluff on top~ This Pretty Planet 5/5 * I expected this to be floral given the description but it's so light with a great addition of the cookies Matchaberry Swirl (Vegan) 5/5 * Literally went back to buy a tub of this, it's such a great mix of matcha and berry which both stand out without overpowering the other. Did I mention it's vegan too?!?! Highly recommend if it's in the rotation!

    Megan C.

    Wow this place is popular. The line was long on a Wednesday afternoon. My husband and I split the ice cream "nachos." It comes with 3 kids scoops, chocolate syrup, whipped cream, sprinkles, and waffle cone chips. My favorite flavor was the buttermilk blueberry! So good! We also had the chocolate and the white raven (Oreos in a sweet cream base). The only thing I didn't like was the chocolate syrup. It tasted very dark like raw cocoa powder or something. I would leave it off if we got this again.

    Malaysia sundae
    Ai L.

    Coconut ice cream with all the fixings including sago, peanuts, and many others with various textures. Nice staff. Fun atmosphere inside despite a raining afternoon outside.

    inside alaska famous ice cream
    Anna P.

    I got the vegan rhubarb crumble and it was incredible. I even sampled a lot of the other ice cream flavors and this was still my. preference. I was told I had to try with the baked Alaska topper so naturally, I got that. Oh my gosh I would come here every day if I lived here. This was some of the best ice cream I've had in a while, I was also told the cone was house-made so this completely exceeded my expectations.

    Courtney C.

    This ice cream shop had a line out the door and around the sidewalk, but as it was recommended by multiple people to us we decided to wait in line to see what the hype was about, and we were not disappointed! There were so many unique flavors of ice cream, and you can tell the ice cream is locally made and high quality. As many other reviewers have said, get the waffle cone and get the baked Alaska marshmallow topping! Both were delicious and added to the uniqueness of the spot. There is limited seating inside and outside so don't count on getting a spot, but good ice cream is good ice cream whether eaten in the store or in your car so don't let that stop you from coming here to try this place out!

    Shirley W.

    Small cute little ice cream shop with excellent service. Original flavors that change periodically. So good!

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    The most amazing ice cream ever! They even do cute little pup cups for our dog:) We love Wild Scoops!

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    Outstanding, high-quality ice cream with several vegan options available. Glad to come back.

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    Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop

    4.5(483 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    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.

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    Benji's Bakery & Cafe - Strawberry Cruffin, Fruity Cruffin, & I forgot what the other two called but it was delicious..

    Benji's Bakery & Cafe

    4.6(246 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    Oh Benji's, its a good thing I dont live closer or I'd be a human whale. We were on the South-sh…read moreside of town toward the end of the day and I knew full well that Benji's would be sold out if everything, but I decided to take a chance. I was right, as I walked in they sold the very last thing of what I wanted. But gosh am I glad- it forced me to try something new. I didnt take a picture because it was so cold out and my hands were frozen, but it was a beautiful, elongated bakery treat. It had lovely purple Ube cream and touch of oreo crumbs on top, the base was essential much like a flat cruller, but if higher quality. It was sensational! I bought my husband something that looked lower carb that had coffee cream that also enjoyed. I got my husband custom cold jasmine sugar free tea, and I got a frosty honeydew melon drink. It was a little spendy, but its nice to have a treat one on a while.

    I stopped by Benji's Bakery & Café in Anchorage for the first time and tried a few things. The Ube…read moreCroffle was the standout -- it was so delicious! It's like a croissant baked in a waffle form, but a bit denser than a regular croissant. What really made it special was the Ube cream -- a light, buttery frosting that wasn't too sweet. Easily a 10/10 for me. I also ordered the Ube Cruffin, which had that same croissant-like texture in a muffin shape. The inside had a light cream filling, and the top was covered with the same Ube cream. It was good, but not quite as amazing as the Croffle -- 7/10. The Ham Banh Mi was tasty and filling (6/10), and the Boba Milk Tea was decent too (6/10). Oh and I got to taste their smoked salmon chowder that my friend ordered. Very good flavor, body, and richness (8/10). Everything I had was good but nothing that was as memorable as the Ube Croffle, but it wasn't cheap -- I spent a total $32 for a sandwich, drink and 2 pastries. Then again, prices in Alaska tend to be higher in general. Overall, even though I've only been once, I'd definitely come back for that Ube Croffle -- it was the real highlight!

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    Alaska Cake Studio

    Alaska Cake Studio

    3.5(135 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Over the years I've patronized cAKe many times, both at the current Mall location and at their…read moreprevious location on 4th next to the gallery. I've bought gifts, coffees, teas, cupcakes, cookies, cannolis, various treats and ordered birthday cakes. I think I have a pretty good idea of the norm. I've always had good service and they've always had a nice selection of locally made crafts in the shop. They are my favorite bakery, despite being very inconsistent in their quality. Why are they my favorite? Because there simply isn't anyone better. Most of their recipes are really tasty, but sometimes (like today) they're super dry because they serve things that have been apparently left out too long and/or baked a touch too long. The last time I custom ordered a cake, there was a hair in it. And for the price I paid, I was shocked at how small it was. This seems to be the norm in Alaska. Owning a bakery must have high overhead. Overall, I do support cAKe, given that I've heard absolute HORROR stories about cake orders gone wrong from other places in town,, especially for weddings and other large events, I'll stick with the devil I know.

    TERRIBLE customer service. I asked for a mango smoothie, which is on the menu, and I was met with a…read moresnarky response. The young lady working the counter said to me " No, you can't." I asked if they had any smoothies available and again was met with the same response. I asked for a sugar cookie, and she used her hand to put it in a paper bag. No tongs or parchment to pick it up. But her bare hand. The whole interaction with this young woman seemed to be the biggest inconvenience for her. She needs to work HARD on her customer service or find a different job where she doesn't have to interact with the public.

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    Flying Dutchman European Pastry Shop

    Flying Dutchman European Pastry Shop

    4.2(94 reviews)
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    Stopped by because my mother now has me completely addicted--and I can see why…read more I picked up a variety of their tarts along with a chocolate cake filled with raspberry, and everything was absolutely delicious. Each tart had its own unique flavor, perfectly balanced and not too sweet, which made it way too easy to keep reaching for another. The chocolate raspberry cake was a standout--rich, moist, and layered with just the right amount of tartness from the raspberry filling. What really surprised me was how satisfying everything tasted without feeling heavy or overly sweetened--and even better, it didn't spike my blood sugar the way most desserts do. You can tell there's intention behind the ingredients and how everything is made. They also have plenty of other baked goods like cookies, brownies, and more, so there's definitely something for everyone. The staff are friendly, and the bakery itself is so cute--such a welcoming little spot that makes the experience even better. If you're looking for treats that feel a little more thoughtful but still indulgent, this spot is definitely worth checking out.

    We visited here a second time before heading out of town and I think my first visit was better…read more I feel greeting customers could be better. I feel like while I'm acknowledged, it's mainly with a stare. It was like this last time we came in as well. I absolutely do not like the savory rolls. I've had the ham and the reindeer sausage. Both are very small (which you don't know that because they're pre-bagged) -- they were just so oily it wasn't enjoyable. I still like the Apple fritter or whatever it was I got. It looked like a fritter but it's topped with a dollop of cream cheese frosting so maybe it's some kind of cinnamon roll. It wasn't labeled so I'm not sure. My partner ate all of his pastries but didn't comment. I like that they raise funds for the community. It's not a bad shop, but I'm very big on customer service. It's also not close so I tend to go to closer bakeries

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    Black and white coconut cookie. Rhubarb/apple pastry.

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    Sweet Caribou - 6 pack or 12 pack of Valentine's day macarons

    Sweet Caribou

    4.7(138 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    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!

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