We happened to stumble upon this place right before we headed to the airport to leave Alaska and I…read moream so glad we did. It was a one stop shop for any souvenir and sweet snack.

Life long Alaskan here. impression:…read moreNot a single employee seemed to enjoy life, or the job at hand. They were uninterested in navigating a little chitchat to help you find a meaningful gift. Grunting, and pointing without smiles. I found some boxed chocolates on my own. And although the venue was large, I didn't feel comfortable surfing products in such and unfriendly atmosphere. I did see some Alaska cards in a rack...., I saw the price and thought holy s#it....i can't afford this place.... So I just got the chocolates and left. Are the chocolates good? I have no idea they were gift.

Wow, these are truly unique hand-crafted chocolates. Aurora Chocolates is a local gem that you…read morereally must visit if you are in the area. The chocolate bon bons are hand painted and filled with one of a kind delicious flavors. Yummmm!!

such a cute little shop. the chocolates look like shining lights under the glass. so pretty and…read moreartistic. and the flavor is out of this world!! night recommend.

After looking for a dessert spot, I ran into this one in the hotel and I was greeted by the Most…read morehelpful and genuinely nice man. Come to find out he is the husband, and the wife is the one who makes all the chocolate. I got one from every case, they did not disappoint. It was delicious.

The chocolates here are carefully made and also taste great. The taste is more pure and not muddied…read moreup with extra fillers and doesn't have a weird aftertaste. The spectrum of flavors are unique too and they have a milk or dark option for a majority of their flavors. In addition to the chocolate pieces there are other chocolate items such as chocolate covered fruit. The owner is very nice and friendly. He speaks about the chocolates his wife makes with such pride. It's great to support a local business. They also ship their goods during the winter season.

The shop is cute but the cafe was meh. I got the drink of the month, which was flavored with some…read morepistachio but it was just ok. Good for the cold but can't remember the flavor anymore. If you want to try some of the teas they sell in the shop before purchasing, they do have some available in the cafe. Though, buyer beware, I thought they'd sell locals only merchandise, like the other shops, but I saw some items from CA.

I was recommended this place for tea and donuts. Since I was coming here around lunchtime I had…read moreplanned on having lunch since they said they had a cafe with sandwiches and such on their website. The sandwich, bagel, and soup offerings were a little sad and left a lot to be desired unfortunately. They're not fresh and they were just in a to-go case, and if we had time before our next activity we would have gone someplace else. We each got a sandwich (tuna salad, chicken salad) for $7/sandwich and we wished we had just gone to a grocery store which would have been better and cheaper. The fireweed donuts, which are apparently popular, was a pretty pink but just tasted like sugar. The samovar donut was a little better and had a flavor other than sugar, but didn't taste particularly fresh. I think the only thing worth getting was the samovar tea, which is what they're known for. The most prominent flavor to me was cinnamon so if you don't like that you could skip this entirely. The bathroom was also out of order the day I went this week.

This location was lame. Most of the items they sell are not candy and even less berry's. The store…read moreis very small and crowded. It was not easy to nagaviate because the ales are packed and not very wide. There was only 1 person working so the line was not moving very fast. There is another location somewhere in the area. This location is a much larger location or so the flyer says. I would skip this location and find the order one that looks nicer bigger and has a huge chocolate waterfall! Willy Wonka Style!!

Great stop for gifts to bring back home. They also offer samples of their signature…read morechocolate-covered wild berry jelly candies. Mission accomplished, got a box to take home! Staff is friendly and helpful too. Interesting flavors for the jelly centers too, all native berries like gooseberry, black currant, blackberry, fireweed, mossberry, lingonberry, etc. There are also some boxes that just have the more standard flavors like blueberry and raspberry. The prices here for their own products are a lot cheaper than elsewhere...$14 box of chocolates here compares to $19 at airport and $17 at gift shops.

Review of New Sagaya City Market - Anchorage, Alaska…read more Five weeks ago, I moved from San Francisco to Anchorage, settling near the downtown area. One of my first missions was to find a coffee spot that felt like home--a place with not just great coffee, but genuine people behind the counter. After trying a handful of cafes, a neighbor suggested New Sagaya City Market, just two blocks from my house. What a win. The market itself offers high-end, quality products. Yes, prices are a bit higher than what you'd find at Walmart or Target, but coming from San Francisco, I was prepared for that. What truly sets this place apart, though, isn't just the products--it's the people. From the very beginning, the baristas here have shown me the most consistent and heartfelt customer service I've experienced since moving to Anchorage. They don't just serve coffee; they connect with you, listen to your stories, and make you feel like part of the community. Today was a perfect example. I slipped in the parking lot (rookie mistake--no spikes on my shoes for the icy ground). After two kind gentlemen helped me up, I walked inside with my spilled coffee. Annie, a new barista I hadn't met before, immediately offered me a fresh cup with such kindness and care. That small gesture meant so much--it wasn't just about the coffee, it was about feeling seen and supported. I also want to shout out Monica and Shea, who I met when I first arrived five weeks ago. They've been consistently amazing--funny, charming, and genuinely interested in conversations about life, community, and even my adventures back in San Francisco. Every time I come in, I leave feeling lighter, happier, and more connected. Thank you, Annie, Monica, and Shea, for making New Sagaya City Market my go-to coffee spot. You've given me more than great coffee--you've given me a sense of belonging in a new city. --- Would you like me to make this version short and punchy for Google/Yelp reviews, or keep it longer and more storytelling-focused for something like a blog or social post?

Unique foods, excellent fish, and exotic vegetables make New Sagaya a fun place to shop for items…read moreyou can't get anywhere else. While the store is pricey, it is worth a visit for the items you can't get anywhere else and excellent customer service. I recommend trying the pre-seasoned ahi tuna, my personal favorite for at home meals.

I can't believe this place was under my nose all these years and I didn't realize what an awesome…read moretreasure this place is!! But now that I know, I'm so excited and hope to visit again soon! So they have a store side where you will find delightful spices, tea pots etc... and then they have the tea room where you can sit and enjoy a pot of tea in delightful little tea cups and so much more, including pastries. I almost want to keep this place a secret but I won't because it's a gem in our city. Service was helpful and friendly.

I love this cute shop filled with unique gifts, foods, and tea. I find way too much stuff every…read moretime I go - chocolate, mugs, even local sauces. I love looking at all the different teas and finding new favorites. The staff is usually very friendly and helpful. I love to stop by when I'm in the area.