Snow City Cafe

Order the Tundra Scramble at Snow City Cafe and you get eggs mixed with reindeer sausage, green peppers, mushrooms, red onion and cheddar, with crisp hash browns and buttered toast on the side. It is a very Alaskan plate, and it explains why this downtown Anchorage breakfast spot at 1034 W 4th Avenue has been a local favorite since it opened in 1998.

Eggs, crab and house-baked everything

The signature dish is the Kodiak Benedict: a king crab cake, lightly breaded with panko, on a toasted English muffin under housemade hollandaise and green onions. Another Benedict swaps in sockeye salmon cakes. Hot oatmeal comes with homemade granola and blueberries, and the baked goods are made from scratch in the kitchen. Breakfast is served all day, so you can still get eggs after the lunch crowd arrives.

Beyond breakfast the menu has soups, pastas, sandwiches and salads, plus vegetarian and lighter options, which keeps the cafe useful for a mixed group.

A local favorite

Readers of the Anchorage Press have voted Snow City "Best Breakfast" since 2003. Its downtown address makes it a convenient stop for both locals and visitors.

Common Questions

What are Snow City Cafe's hours?
Daily from 6 AM to 3 PM, though weekend opening times have been listed as 7 AM. Call 907-272-2489 to confirm.

What should I order?
The Kodiak Benedict with king crab cake, or the Tundra Scramble with reindeer sausage if you want something distinctly Alaskan.

Is breakfast served all day?
Yes, breakfast is available throughout opening hours.

Are there vegetarian options?
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian and healthy choices.

Is it busy on weekends?
It can fill up at peak brunch hours, so arriving early is a sensible plan.