Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
American
Juice bar
Take-out
Bakery
Breakfast
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Coffee, tea, daily breakfast and lunch, and in-house bakery. Menu includes several vegetarian and a few vegan choices. Operating since the 1990s. Open Mon-Thu 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm.
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1200 W Northern Lights Blvd Ste G, Anchorage, Alaska, USA, 99503
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49 Reviews
First Review by nooy
shineonyou
Points +941
Great, busy cafe! - Edit
You order at a counter, and they bring the food to your seat. They had several vegan options in the baked goods display case in addition to all the options on the menu. I appreciate that they have multiple vegan pancake options!
Read morePros: Multiple savory AND sweet breakfast options
Cons: Busy because it’s popular!
Guest
zoewrae
Points +72
Several vegan options, very tasty! - Edit
This is an omnivore cafe with a nice ambiance and several vegan options, including vegan treats. There were several vegan cupcakes to choose from when I was there for a late lunch - other vegan treats were more popular and were all gone. I had the avocado melt sandwich, which was delicious - there were several vegan options to choose from. Very tasty and filling!
Read morePros: Good portion size, Very tasty, Nice ambiance
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Coclark
Points +35
Adorable place with healthy and delicious food - Edit
I had the luscious blueberry banana pancakes with home fries, and brought the Baja bowl to go. It was truly amazing and the art installation was also wonderful. Definitely did not encounter any rude service, but we visited in the off season. 10/10 would go again- and likely will tomorrow.
Read morePros: Healthy options, Ambience of the place, Baja bowl was simple but so fresh tasting
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Monila
Points +639
Very good options, breakfast brunch place - Edit
I got the blueberry banana pancakes and avocado melt. It was all so very good. They have a lot of vegan options that are clearly labeled. Great place for brunch!
Read morePros: Great brunch place
Guest
josey.moncrieff
Points +128
many options - Edit
so many options! good for getting the same meal as non vegan friends. service has gone down in past few years but the food is worth it.
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Lorelei7
Points +42
Yummy Vegan Breakfast - Edit
We were visiting Anchorage and I found Middle Way Cafe on Google. I had the Tofu Stack and it did not disappoint. It has lots of vegetables and a nice little kick (spice)! I also had the Tropic Thunder smoothie! I can’t give the Middle Way Cafe 5 stars because it serves meat but I give the meal itself 5 stars!
Read morePros: Good vegan options, Cute ambience
Guest
sconroy
Points +360
Veggie melt is good, if sloppy - Edit
Delicious veggie avocado melt, but it’s hard to keep it together. Chips and salsa are a good addition. Great breakfast spot!
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whackedspinach
Points +84
Get the pancakes - Edit
My wife (vegan) and I ordered some takeout breakfast from here while we were staying in Anchorage. I got a vegetarian omelet which was not very good (no seasoning). My wife got the vegan blueberry banana pancakes however, and we both agreed they were fantastic. There were a few other options on the menu for vegans, but honestly just get the pancakes.
Read morePros: Some selection of vegan items for breakfast, Pancakes were delicious
Cons: Omelet was not seasoned well
Guest
puddlesforever
Points +233
My Fave Breakie Spot in Anchorage - Edit
I was blown with the amount of breakfast options there were. I went back several days and had the vegan breakfast burrito, blueberry banana pancakes, and avocado toast. They have excellent coffee and it’s a cute cafe with beautiful artwork. Highly recommend this cafe!
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AK2Ok
Points +78
Good food careless staff - Edit
The woman who took our order was rude and careless. We specified vegan breakfast burritos multiple times. When we asked questions about wether the options she gave us for our vegan burrito were in fact vegan she was very rude and and stated that it had a v next to it so yes it was vegan. When we received our food it was packed with pork and cheese. Definitely not vegan. When I took the food back and requested our vegan burritos I was met with unwillingness to help. We finally got our burritos after another 20 minutes and having to go ask for it. Only after I told them to cancel my order was it magically ready.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Good food
Cons: Service is slow , Really need to be vigilant if you are vegan
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Jadediana
Points +2667
Okay - Edit
Ordered two of their vegan Huevos Rancheros and wasn’t super impressed. The tofu wasn’t well flavored and the dish overall was just okay. Coffee was pretty good and I really enjoyed their vegan baked goods.
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brookezadra
Points +30
Very Rude and Poor Service - Edit
Spent $75 on an awesome breakfast for the family and then are told after paying it would be a 45 minute wait. We waited more than that and when asking if they could check the status an employee said “I could but am not willing to.” Then got the food and an item was missing. Awesome vegan options but don’t go here.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-11-07
Cons: Rude
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naturenut
Points +85
Just okay - Edit
After all the reviews I was expecting much better. My son was happy with his burrito, my husband had the Reuben and wasn’t impressed (he said the bread was good but the tofu didn’t have any flavor), my salad with tofu and tahini dressing was ok but nothing special for the price. It was very busy and our food was delivered in a decent time plus they had lots of indoor seating.
Read morePros: Lots of seating , Decent options for vegan
Cons: Expensive , Not very flavorful
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JenVeg14
Points +366
My favorite place in ANC - Edit
I always make time to visit Middle Way when I'm in Anchorage. Wish it was all veg but they do have meat on the menu. Lots of vegan options for breakfast and lunch and good at making something vegan upon request. Incredible baked goods as well. Lots of gluten free options too if needed. Expensive, but everything in ANC is expensive.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Great assortment of desserts and baked goods
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nanitree
Points +1084
Just walk inside - Edit
From the outside the midway café doesn’t look like much. But just walk inside and you’ll have entered a happening place for food drinks and good company. Plus there’s awesome art on the wall.
Read moreMidway café has clearly marked vegan options. And they have something for everyone, no matter what kind of taste you have. I got a latte and the avocado melt. Both were really tasty. For some reason I didn’t expect the avocado melt to be a sandwich but it was. I thought it would be more like avocado toast so it took me a little bit by surprise. It was delicious we all enjoyed our food. They didn’t have the specific bowl(The Catalan) I was looking to get so I hope to go back at some point and try it because the purple potatoes and vegetables sounded awesome. They have both indoor and outdoor space to eat. I would come back again. 4-Stars
UPDATE: I returned to Middle Cafe in pursuit of the enticing Catalan bowl that they didn't have available last time. Upon ordering they didn't have the Catalan again this time either. They also didn't have the tofu stack that we tried to order next. We ended up getting the lentil burger and the breakfast burrito(v). The lentil burger was underwhelming-- I didn't eat much of it. The purple corn chips that accompany the burger add to the heavy starchy feel of the dish. They at least need salad or something lighter or different to balance out the density of the patty. And the breakfast burrito was good-- could be improved by some things that make it a bit more green or fresh or springy. Side note: needed to hop on a quick google hangout and the Internet didn't work too great either. Not as eager to return again at the moment. Though I'm still curious about that bowl... 2-Stars
Updated from previous review on 2021-06-18
Pros: Nice vibes inside, Awesome art gallery on the wall
Cons: Didn't have the bowl I wanted each time , Not a fan of the lentil burger
Guest
Alaskanveggie
Points +904
Fun Lunch Place - Edit
A fun place to stop for lunch in Anchorage. Great vegan options and a tasty selection of vegan baked goods available! Friendly staff.
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Vegan baked goods, Local art displayed
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Sarah P
Points +8668
Sooooooo good! - Edit
I have gotten takeout and eaten in the cafe many times. Each dish, meal, and bakery treat has been delicious, ample, and vegan. Vegan items are clearly marked, and each time I inquired about making a non-vegan item vegan, the switch was easy.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2015-10-04
Pros: Excellent food & choices, Relatively inexpensive, Healthy options
Cons: Can be loud & crowded
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buckpate
Points +18
Amazing gem! - Edit
The breakfast burrito is awesome! Great atmosphere too!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options!
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kbiebsbaby
Points +184
4.9999 stars - Edit
I ordered the blueberry banana multigrain pancakes (with vegan butter!), a cup of fruit, and a tropical thunder smoothie all for $23!! It’s so hard to find affordable food in Anchorage, and this place is AMAZING. The pancakes are phenomenal. The fruit is fresh and consisted of berries and banana (I love when cups of fruit aren’t just melons and grapes). The smoothie is delicious with a subtle beet flavor. I definitely plan on coming back here before I leave Anchorage. Their menu has a TON of vegan options, and I saw a bunch of vegan baked goods available as well!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Affordable, Delicious
Cons: NOTHING
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VictoriaShaver
Points +82
Lots of vegan options - Edit
Always fun place to be, health minded menu. Love green go go juices and the red hot!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options + vegan sour cream , Juices &smoothies (smoothies ask 4 vegan options, Back deck & groovy atmosphere & great staff
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AaronMG
Points +2313
Nice Cafe - Edit
Nice spot to grab some light food and coffee. Baked good are delicious
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Erika
Points +2209
Tons of options - Edit
I was wasn’t expecting such a wide range of vegan baked goods before arriving and was pleasantly surprised. They have tons of options including cupcakes, breads, cookies and more. All of the vegan sweets are well labeled in the display cases. I ordered the vegan reuben which was very unique and good. It had a spicy sauerkraut with cheese on top of a thick slice of grilled tofu. This is a great place to grab some coffee as well and has a lot of seating available.
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Laurie Guevara-Stone
Points +29
Lots of great vegan options - Edit
Vegan multigrain banana blueberry pancakes! Need I say more?
Read morePros: Excellent food, Quick service
Cons: Not a great location
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SophieGross
Points +32
#1 vegan spot - Edit
So many drinks, desserts, and entrees that are all vegan. I love the vegan Rueben And the planeta azul salad. Also their vegan desserts are BOMB!! Highly recommend a black bean brownie or a vegan cupcake! the vegan smoothies are also great. Love this place
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Kplant
Points +4597
So Good! - Edit
Great food. Lots of vegan options. Including bakery items. I had a delicious vegan brownie no one would ever known it was vegan. Also had lunch there twice last week. Blackbean burger a little too spicy for me. Their version of the Reuben was delicious. If you like pizza. Next door is their sister restaurant called Hearth Artisan Pizza.
Read morePros: Nice vibe, Great selection
Cons: Closes early though next door is open late.
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VeganKH
Points +201
Very vegan friendly with lots of yummy options. - Edit
Super nice people and great food!
Read morePros: Reuben sandwich , Avocado melt, Pastries
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Rhea1381
Points +49
Yummy!! - Edit
I had vegan huevos rancheros (they sub the egg for a tasty grilled BBQ and they have vegan sour cream!). My boyfriend had egret vegan burrito and he loved it too. They have non dairy options for coffee as well. I would definitely go back.
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