Snow City Cafe

Snow City Cafe, breakfast and lunch in downtown Anchorage

Snow City Cafe is a café and restaurant located in downtown Anchorage, Alaska, serving breakfast and lunch every day. It opened its doors in 1998 and presents itself as a spot frequented by both locals and visitors to the city.

Its offering is built around hearty breakfasts, vegetarian options and coffee, with a menu that includes vegan and gluten-free alternatives alongside classic dishes. The company states that it works with the freshest local ingredients available and prepares its dishes from scratch.

A menu with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free alternatives

The food offering combines traditional breakfast recipes with a strong presence of vegetarian options. The establishment notes that it also has vegan and gluten-free alternatives, as well as serving coffee. Among the products mentioned in its presentation are sticky buns, a sweet roll that is part of its regular offering.

No reservations and a waitlist

The establishment does not accept reservations. To manage the flow of customers, guests can join the day's waitlist through Yelp. Service is provided at a table or at the counter, in a space the company describes as vibrant and with front-of-house staff.

Online orders and gift cards

Snow City Cafe allows online orders and also orders through the DoorDash platform. It also sells gift cards. Its website includes sections dedicated to the community, job openings and donation requests.

Local recognition and history

According to its own presentation, the establishment was voted Best Breakfast by area locals since 2003. The company also recalls President Barack Obama's 2015 visit when, as it tells it, he bought out its entire supply of sticky buns.

Location and contact

1034 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States · Phone: (907) 272-2489 · Email: letitsnow@snowcitycafe.com · Hours: Open daily from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM