At Middle Way Cafe, we make mornings easier with a friendly Breakfast Restaurant experience in W Northern Lights Blvd, 1200 W Northern Lights Blvd, where fresh flavors and comfort come first. Rated 4.30 stars by 1378 customers, we’re also proud to offer accessible facilities and a selection of breakfast options that keep guests coming back.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Classic grilled cheese on your choice of bread.
Peanut butter and organic strawberry jam on your choice of bread. Option to add banana.
Turkey, organic green leaf lettuce, cheddar cheese, and herbed mayo on your choice of bread.
Home fries, jalapeños, brown rice, black beans, Daiya cheese, red cabbage, green leaf lettuce, avocado, salsa fresca and topped with vegan nacho cheese.
Marinated chicken breast, brown rice, black beans, Cheddar cheese, red cabbage, avocado, roasted corn, sour cream, ranchero sauce; served with house salsa Fresca and sour cream. [Option to wrap as a burrito (not gluten Free)].
Gluten free, vegan. Cashew nacho cheese, vegan sour cream, brown rice, black beans, green leaf lettuce, red cabbage, avocado and cilantro. [Option to wrap as a burrito (not gluten Free)].
Natural chicken breast, sautéed vegetable blend (golden beets, carrots, zucchini, red bell peppers, red onions, sweet potatoes, red cabbage and portabella mushrooms), spinach, and brown rice. Topped with maple tamari glaze, black sesame seeds, and vegan wasabi aioli. Vegan option available, the chicken is substituted for blackened tofu. The shoji bowl is gluten Free by default. We cannot remove any individual vegetable from the sautéed mix.
Marinated chicken breast, brown rice, black beans, Cheddar cheese, red cabbage, avocado, roasted corn, sour cream, ranchero sauce; served with house salsa fresca. [Option to wrap as a burrito (not gluten Free)].
Natural chicken breast, sautéed vegetable blend (golden beets, carrots, zucchini, red bell peppers, red onions, sweet potatoes, red cabbage and portabella mushrooms), spinach, and brown rice. Topped with maple tamari glaze, black sesame seeds, and vegan wasabi aioli. Vegan option available, the chicken is substituted for blackened tofu. The shoji bowl is gluten Free by default. We cannot remove any individual vegetable from the sautéed mix.
Home fries, jalapeños, brown rice, black beans, Daiya cheese, red cabbage, green leaf lettuce, avocado, salsa fresca and topped with vegan nacho cheese.
Gluten free, vegan. Cashew nacho cheese, vegan sour cream, brown rice, black beans, green leaf lettuce, red cabbage, avocado and cilantro. [Option to wrap as a burrito (not gluten Free)].
Gluten free. Our house made granola made with certified gluten Free oats, agave, dried fruits and seeds. Served with whole or non-fat rbgh-free milk. (Make it vegan with any of our plant based milks).
A bowl of nonfat yogurt, fresh fruit & house-made granola (organic) and drizzled with honey (organic).
Gluten free. Our house made granola made with certified gluten Free oats, agave, dried fruits and seeds. Served with whole or non-fat rbgh-free milk. (Make it vegan with any of our plant based milks).
One organic brown egg any style, your choice of cheese, and choice of thick cut bacon, reindeer sausage, ham, blackened tofu, or ½ avocado served on a toasted English muffin.
Gluten free. Two organic brown eggs fried over easy served on top of locally made corn tostadas with our organic brown rice and black bean blend, house made ranchero sauce, Cheddar cheese, avocado, sour cream and scallions. (Make it vegan with organic blackened tofu and house made vegan sour cream).
Three organic brown egg omelet, with diced reindeer or bacon, caramelized onions, spinach and Swiss cheese. Served with toast and home fries.
Three organic brown egg omelet, with diced red bell peppers, scallions, avocado, and Cheddar cheese. Topped with house made ranchero sauce and sour cream and served with toast and home fries.
Vegan. Blackened tofu (organic), cashew nacho cheese, spinach, scallions, avocado, home fries & black beans (organic) and wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla.
Thick cut local walnut multigrain French toast served with mixed berries compote, whipped berry butter, fresh whipped cream and a dash of powdered sugar and organic maple syrup.
Organic scrambled eggs, bacon, Cheddar cheese in a whole wheat tortilla served with home fries, sour cream & salsa on the side. Guacamole available for extra charge.
Gluten free, vegan. Fresh local organic golden beets, local organic carrots, zucchini, sweet potatoes, red pepper and red onions, local organic purple potatoes sautéed served with ranchero sauce topped with blackened tofu, sour cream, scallions.
2 organic eggs poached, spinach, tomatoes & house-made hollandaise over toasted English muffin; served with home fries.
Gluten free. Two organic brown eggs, your choice of thick sliced bacon, reindeer sausage, ham, avocado or organic blackened tofu, home fries, toast and butter.
Two organic brown eggs, your choice to two multigrain pancakes or a piece of thick cut multigrain bread French toast, organic maple syrup, and your choice thick cut bacon, reindeer sausage, ham, or organic blackened tofu or half an avocado.
Organic eggs, home fries, scallions, Cheddar cheese, avocado, and coyote sauce wrapped in a whole wheat flour tortilla with a side of salsa. .
Two organic brown eggs, poached to perfection, served on a bed of home fries layered with chorizo and avocado. Topped with our house made house made salsa and chipotle hollandaise and toast.
Vegan. Three of our vegan multigrain pancakes made with cornmeal, organic flax meal, organic quinoa, and organic buckwheat and wheat flours. Served with organic maple syrup, smart balance and a cup of fresh fruit.
A bowl of nonfat yogurt, fresh fruit & house-made granola (organic) and drizzled with honey (organic).
2 organic eggs poached, ham & house-made hollandaise, over toasted English muffin; served with home fries. Add tomatoes for an additional charge.
Three organic brown egg omelet, with sautéed vegetables (golden beets, carrots, zucchini, red onions, sweet potato, and red bell peppers), mushrooms and Cheddar cheese. Topped with sprouts and diced tomatoes. Served with toast and home fries. We cannot remove individual ingredients from the sautéed vegetable mix.
Vegan. Three of our vegan multigrain pancakes made with cornmeal, organic flax meal, organic quinoa, and organic buckwheat and wheat flours with blueberries and banana slices. Served with organic maple syrup, smart balance.
Three organic brown egg omelet, with sautéed spinach, caramelized onions, diced red bell peppers and goat cheese. Served with toast and home fries.
Vegan. Our avocado spread, which is made with red onion, tomato, and parsley. Gomasio, pickled onions, and cucumber, sprouts on top of spread, served on a slice of thick-cut toast.
Pineapple, organic banana, organic coconut, and apple juice. This smoothie is made with rbgh-free nonfat yogurt and organic honey.
Organic banana, mango, ginger, and apple juice. This smoothie is made with rbgh-free nonfat yogurt and organic honey.
Organic banana, strawberry, blueberry, and apple juice. This smoothie is made with rbgh-free nonfat yogurt and organic honey.
Pineapple, mango, and orange juice. This smoothie is made with rbgh-free nonfat yogurt and organic honey.
Organic banana, strawberry, and orange juice. This smoothie is made with rbgh-free nonfat yogurt and organic honey.
Green leaf lettuce and mixed greens, tomato, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, cucumber, parsley, feta, sun-dried tomato balsamic vinaigrette and kalamata olives.
Green leaf lettuce and mixed greens, toasted pumpkin seeds, tomato, avocado, red onion, carrot, red bell peppers, cucumber and parsley.
Tossed salad made with kale, quinoa, garbanzo beans, feta, red onion, tomato, red bell peppers, zucchini, walnuts, and a lemon vinaigrette. Garnished with fresh strawberry and parsley.
Green leaf lettuce and mixed greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, parsley and toasted pumpkin seeds.
Green leaf lettuce and mixed greens, tomato, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, cucumber, parsley, feta, sun-dried tomato balsamic vinaigrette and kalamata olives.
Green leaf lettuce and mixed greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, parsley and toasted pumpkin seeds.
Green leaf lettuce and mixed greens, toasted pumpkin seeds, tomato, avocado, red onion, carrot, red bell peppers, cucumber and parsley.
Tossed salad made with kale, quinoa, garbanzo beans, feta, red onion, tomato, red bell peppers, zucchini, walnuts, and a lemon vinaigrette. Garnished with fresh strawberry and parsley.
Vegan. Pineapple, banana, beet, ginger, spinach, walnut, and orange juice.
Vegan. Banana, strawberry, blueberry, and apple juice.
Vegan. Banana, strawberry, and orange juice.
Vegan. Pineapple and orange juice.
Your style.
Served with maple syrup (organic).
Your choice of bread toasted with butter.
Organic. Served with lemon, salt and pepper.
Organic.
Your style.
Served with maple syrup (organic).
Organic.
Organic. Served with lemon, salt and pepper.
Your choice of bread toasted with butter.
Gluten free. 1 organic egg, reindeer sausage, bacon, ham, or tofu and home fries. Gluten Free option.
2 chocolate banana pancakes with organic maple syrup and vegan butter.
2 vegan multigrain pancakes with maple syrup (organic) and vegan butter.
Vegan. Walnut multigrain French toast served with mixed berries compote, whipped blueberry butter, whipped cream and a dash of powered sugar. Option to use gluten Free bread.
Vegan. 2 blueberry banana pancakes with maple syrup (organic).
Organic scrambled eggs, bacon, cheese in a whole wheat tortilla with home fries and salsa on the side.
Our in house made organic beef and bacon patty, served on a locally made whole wheat bun, with herbed mayonnaise, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion. Served with organic blue corn tortilla chips.
House-made lentil patty, green leaf lettuce, tomato, avocado, red onion, pickles, coyote sauce and Cheddar cheese.
Wild Alaskan salmon filet seasoned with blackening spice, served with lettuce, avocado, tomato, and red onion, on a wholewheat bun with herbed mayo.
Vegan. Our house made lentil patty, vegan mayo, vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion, avocado and served with blue corn chips.
Our in house made organic beef and bacon patty, served on a locally made whole wheat bun, with herbed mayonnaise, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion. Served with organic blue corn tortilla chips.
Vegan. Our house made lentil patty, vegan mayo, vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion, avocado and served with blue corn chips.
Wild Alaskan salmon filet seasoned with blackening spice, served with lettuce, avocado, tomato, and red onion, on a wholewheat bun with herbed mayo.
House-made lentil patty, green leaf lettuce, tomato, avocado, red onion, pickles, coyote sauce and Cheddar cheese.
Vegan. Organic flour, apple sauce, sugar, vanilla, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon,dark chocolate, vegan butter, soy milk, organic maple syrup.
Carrot, eggs, organic flour, canola oil, pineapple, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon,salt, coconut shredded, walnut, cream cheese, butter, sugar powder.
Organic flour, butter, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, cream cheese, sugar powder, butter.
Beet can, organic coconut milk, organic flour, egg replacer, organic sugar, canola oil, vanilla, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt.
Vegan. Organic flour, apple sauce, sugar, vanilla, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon,dark chocolate, vegan butter, soy milk, organic maple syrup.
Organic flour, butter, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, cream cheese, sugar powder, butter.
Carrot, eggs, organic flour, canola oil, pineapple, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon,salt, coconut shredded, walnut, cream cheese, butter, sugar powder.
Beet can, organic coconut milk, organic flour, egg replacer, organic sugar, canola oil, vanilla, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt.
Organic carrot, apple, and lemon.
Organic carrot, apple, and celery
Apple, lemon and ginger.
Apple, ginger, lettuce, spinach, cucumber, parsley, organic kale, celery and cilantro.
Orange, lemon, organic kale, organic carrot, ginger, and beet juice.
Not freshly squeezed.
Organic carrot, apple, and ginger.
Organic carrot, apple, and beet.
Organic Carrot, apple, and lemon.
Not freshly squeezed orange juice.
Organic carrot, organic kale, lemon, beets, and ginger.
Organic carrot, apple, beet, and ginger
Spicy. Spicy cream cheese, organic toasted pumpkin seeds, green leaf lettuce, cucumber, tomato, avocado and onion. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Natural lemon-pepper chicken breast, provolone cheese, pesto, red bell pepper, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion. Served on your choice of locally baked bread.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, herbed mayo, dijon mustard, cheddar cheese. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Vegetarian. Our avocado spread, which is made with red onion, tomato, and parsley. Gomasio, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and sprouts on top of spread, served with a house salad.
Vegan. Avocado, roma tomato, red onion, gomasio, vegan mayo and vegan mozzarella.
Avocado, roma tomato, red onion, herbed mayo, gomasio and provolone served with og blue corn chips.
Natural lemon-pepper chicken breast, provolone cheese, pesto, red bell pepper, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion. Served on your choice of locally baked bread.
Spicy. Natural chicken breast with house made lemon pepper seasoning, cheddar, coyote sauce, green leaf lettuce, tomato and red onion. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
100% albacore tuna salad, herbed mayo, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, served toasted on your choice of our locally made breads.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, spicy cream cheese, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Our thick cut bacon, fresh avocado, tomato, red onion, lettuce, and herbed mayo on your choice of locally made bread.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, sauerkraut, thousand Island, and swiss cheese on rye bread.
100% albacore tuna salad, herbed mayo, tomato, red onion, avocado, cheddar, and gomasio. Served toasted on your choice of our locally made breads with a house salad.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, light cream cheese, orange cranberry sauce, green leaf lettuce. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Vegan. Blackened tofu (organic), sauerkraut, thousand Island, and vegan mozzarella on rye bread.
Our thick cut bacon, fresh avocado, tomato, red onion, lettuce, and herbed mayo on your choice of locally made bread.
Vegetarian. Our avocado spread, which is made with red onion, tomato, and parsley. Gomasio, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and sprouts on top of spread, served with a house salad.
Spicy. Spicy cream cheese, organic toasted pumpkin seeds, green leaf lettuce, cucumber, tomato, avocado and onion. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, light cream cheese, orange cranberry sauce, green leaf lettuce. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Vegan. Blackened tofu (organic), sauerkraut, thousand Island, and vegan mozzarella on rye bread.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, sauerkraut, thousand Island, and swiss cheese on rye bread.
Vegan. Avocado, roma tomato, red onion, gomasio, vegan mayo and vegan mozzarella.
Natural lemon-pepper chicken breast, provolone cheese, pesto, red bell pepper, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion. Served on your choice of locally baked bread.
Natural lemon-pepper chicken breast, provolone cheese, pesto, red bell pepper, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion. Served on your choice of locally baked bread.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, spicy cream cheese, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Spicy. Natural chicken breast with house made lemon pepper seasoning, cheddar, coyote sauce, green leaf lettuce, tomato and red onion. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Avocado, roma tomato, red onion, herbed mayo, gomasio and provolone served with og blue corn chips.
100% albacore tuna salad, herbed mayo, tomato, red onion, avocado, cheddar, and gomasio. Served toasted on your choice of our locally made breads with a house salad.
100% albacore tuna salad, herbed mayo, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, served toasted on your choice of our locally made breads.
Natural roasted Turkey breast, green leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, herbed mayo, dijon mustard, cheddar cheese. Served on your choice of our locally made breads.
Hear from our valued guests
Some grab n go items available if you're in a rush. I got the Avocado spring rolls - they were incredibly fresh and even came with 2 sauces so you have plenty of sauce for each spring roll. I also tried the vegan Ruben - loved how crunchy every bite was. The taste was really good, I wish it had a bit more sauerkraut but that's just a personal preference thing. There's tons of places to sit, I was surprised to see how far back the cafe actually goes. And there's a back deck for sunny day dining as well. It was quite loud inside but the tables in the back were a tad more quiet. Overall I loved it and am so excited to go back and try more good food!
So many gluten free options! There were lots of gluten free baked goods. I tried the gf banana bread which was super tasty. They also had gf chocolate chip cookies, carrot cake, cupcakes, lemon bars, and strawberry jam bar. I had the tofu stack for breakfast (gf and vegan) which was very good. Would definitely come back!
I ordered the wrong dish and didn't realize until it came that it was inedible for my diet. Daniel came to my table, showed me the ingredient list and helped me pick out a dish that worked for me. The Baja bowl hit the spot! Great service and food. Thank you!
I got a BLTA sandwich and it was great :). I wish they served breakfast all day but the lunch was good. Drip coffee was alright. Everyone was nice, very nice place to sit and work on stuff especially if you’re looking for more than a simple coffee shop treat; but they have those too. It’s a little on the pricer side as well but the sandwich was good.
Omg this place is everything! I was traveling in Anchorage for two weeks and ended up coming here at least 4 or 5 times — that’s how good it is. We mostly came for breakfast and lunch, and it quickly became a staple for us during our stay. As a vegetarian, I was so happy with how many options there were — not only plenty of choices, but everything felt fresh, healthy, and made with care. The food was consistently delicious every single time. The vibe of the café is also just perfect: cozy, cute, and modern without being pretentious. It’s the kind of place where you feel good hanging out for a while. The staff was always welcoming and kind, which made the experience even better. Honestly, I could not recommend Middle Way Café enough if you’re in Anchorage — whether you’re looking for a great meal, healthy options, or just a place to relax, this is the spot.
MUST try their GF DF carrot cake cupcakes. Amazing. Wait time On food and coffee will Be unreasonably long usually. Sometimes the food is super amazing and sometimes you’ll have to ask them to remake it. We’ve been coming here for 18 years and still love it even when it can be bad sometimes. In anchorage this is my favorite cafe as they have amazing options and the best hot beverages. However: the gluten free cookies and cupcakes and other treats they have are absolutely the best in town. They have different GF treats whenever we go. I love their selection. If only other places had such amazing gf treats. Not sure about their food options. Their matcha latte and coffee are just bomb. Service is either amazing and lovely or some atitude depending on who you get. We usually the the lovely people!
The food here is excellent! I was only in town for one day but I went for dinner and then again the next morning. I got the vegan ruben and didn't think I would like it because I am not a fan of sauerkraut, but it was like melt in your mouth amazing!
Middle way is easily one of my new favorite places to go for coffee and a delicious meal. They have plenty of alternative options available gluten free and vegan. The staff are very welcoming and the food is always delicious!
Always like their breakfast and good vibes. I recently went gluten free recommended by my providers and they have so many gluten free options including desserts! Fresh food and fresh veggies 🤤
Wow!! Middle Way Cafe for breakfast today!! Was going to do a simple fast food stop but decided to give them a try, and I am glad I did!! Talk about Happy Mouth Food!! I had the North Coast Omelet with organic eggs, diced reindeer sausage , added bacon, spinach caramelized onions and Swiss cheese i added diced jalapeños It came with toast , they forgot to ask which type and was hidden under plate with omelet and potatoes, lol Had to ask where it was. The potatoes were perfectly flavored ,soft with a light crunch, could have been crunchier but was great I highly recommend giving them a try Oh lots of pastry options as well!! Enjoyed a Raspberry Iced mocha as well
Common questions about Middle Way Cafe
Middle Way Cafe is located at 1200 W Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503, United States , W Northern Lights Blvd, 1200 W Northern Lights Blvd, United States.
You can reach Middle Way Cafe by calling +1 907-272-6433.
Middle Way Cafe has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 1378 customer reviews.
Middle Way Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Middle Way Cafe features the following service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Middle Way Cafe features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Middle Way Cafe features the following popular for: Breakfast, Solo dining.
Middle Way Cafe features the following offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Organic dishes, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options.
Middle Way Cafe features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating.
Middle Way Cafe features the following amenities: Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Middle Way Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Middle Way Cafe features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space, University students.
Middle Way Cafe features the following planning: Usually a wait, Accepts reservations.
Middle Way Cafe features the following payments: Cheques, Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Middle Way Cafe features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Middle Way Cafe features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
Middle Way Cafe features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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