- 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.

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.

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!

One of the best ice cream places I've been to, ever. Everything is homemade, creamy, and with good…read moreingredients. Also, don't be fooled by the one or two scoop price or portions, they are MASSIVE scoops. My 7 year old ate half of his two scoops and was full, and I was full after eating the other half. My 5 year old ate only half of the one scoop. They can also mix and match flavors for each scoop. We opted for the vanilla and strawberry flavors, which were amazing. The owner/server was very friendly, happily offering as many samples as required and explaining the process of how it is all made. The seating is inviting with games and a fun place to take family or a date. This is a MUST go to place, and I'll definitely be back

I thought the icecream has the consistency of that chewy homemade stuff of dreams! Overall if…read moreyou're looking for good icecream in anchorage this is the spot to go!

Best hidden gem in Anchorage Alaska!!…read more This family establishment with deeply rooted origins in Western Michoacan, creates authentic ice cream, Paletas, Mangonados, Aquas Frescas, Esquites & Horchatas and a small selection of food items will pleasantly surprise you with every visit. The staff is super friendly, always smiling, and will gladly assist you in narrowing down the hardest choices, recommend options, and let you sample some of their original ice cream flavors. The store is bright with a beautiful mural, family friendly, they have games for guests to use, free Pac-man, and a large children's play area. This establishment is great after shopping, a long hike, play in the park with kids, or even skip desert at a restaurant just so you can enjoy it here at La Michoacana, the Last Frontier.

Ok so this place surprised me with how good their ceviche was. It was very spicy, loaded, and very…read moredecently priced. There's not many food choices but loads of sweets. My favorite was that coconut drink! It was super coco-nutty flavored without the weird texture of coconut.

I am SO glad I chose Midnight Sun Cakery for my birthday! I had a very specific design request and…read moreAnita totally delivered! Not only that, but I wanted the cake to be representative of Alaska -- the fact that they offer Alaskan-specific flavors was icing on the cake (pun intended!). I got an Alaskan Fireweed flavored cake (which was delicious) AND was able to get gluten free cupcakes in the same flavor for my guests with dietary restrictions. Everyone absolutely loved the cake and cupcakes and I couldn't be happier with how it all turned out.

Anita was wonderful! Worked with her for our wedding cake and cupcakes and she went above and…read morebeyond. LOVED everything.

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.

Baked goods were sweet and delicious. Beautifully decorated…read more Pricing on par with the area. Friendly and quick service. Great assortment to choose from. Also has a board with coffee and tea options. They also have merchandise Nice spot right next to JCPenny & Wells Fargo, by the kiddie rides area. Seating is bar style looking outwards. Good place to sit, chill while sipping a drink and having a snack. Sent the kids to do some mall shopping and have some "me" time. No rushing out the door or stares.

I ordered the Beef Mami Soup & it was delicious. it's made to ordered & it comes with a sides of…read moreSiopao or 3 pcs Siomai. I got the Siopao with it. they served other Filipino goodies like breads & desserts & they do have a sit down area if you want to eat it fresh.

Wow.... the halo halo from this place has everything but the kitchen sink in it. They even put flan…read morein it! They definitely don't skimp on the portions either. We ordered a couple baked goods too that I have no idea what they were called. Since the staff didn't speak very good English there was a lot of pointing and gesturing going on... but when we got it home it was all Bomb. Definitely check this place out.

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.

Our favorite bakery in Anchorage hands down. The service is great. It's a quant little store that…read more3-4 people can wait to be served, or wait at the door. The cookies are some of our favorites as well as the bran muffins. We try to go at least once a month.

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.

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!

We had several days in Anchorage and ate at some pricey restaurants, but stumbled upon Sweet…read moreCaribou for a quick lunch....turned out to be our favorite restaurant! Absolutely sublime sandwiches (Huffman Horseradish was our favorite), and the Kenai Kale Quinoa salad was to-die for, and all reasonably priced! While the macarons were a huge bonus, it was the sandwiches and quinoa salad that made me wish we had spent another day in Anchorage! Staff were very friendly and helpful in making menu choices as well!