The Writer's Block Bookstore & Cafe Menu

$Cafe
3956 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK 99517
  • Paninis & Wraps with Pestos and Spreads

    • Alburquerque Turkey Panini

      Our new turkey sandwich packs a punch! Made with our housemade Hatch chili cream cheese spread, oven roasted turkey, sharp cheddar, tomatoes, lettuce, pickled red onions and jalapenos. Try it hot or cold!
      $16.00
    • Daily Beans And Rice Burrito (Vg)

      House Beans (black, pinto or red), rice in a grilled wrap, served with chips.
      $11.00
    • Cheese Panini (V)

      The Block's take on classic grilled cheese comfort food with sliced tomato, served with corn tortilla chips. \n\nPesto: basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan.
      $13.00
    • Kids Cheese Panini (V)

      You don't have to be a kid to enjoy this timeless favorite! Cheddar and Havarti cheese melted to perfection, served on Sourdough or Whole Wheat bread.
      $10.00
    • Roast Beef Panini

      A jazzed-up roast beef sandwich with provolone and tomato. Pesto: cashew, jalapeño, cilantro (dairy free spread).
      $16.00
    • Pastrami Panini

      Pastrami with a bite! A flavorful standard with Swiss cheese & tomato, Cuban slaw. Spread: dijon-mayo
      $16.00
    • Peanut Butter Panini

      Choose any two: honey, fruit preserves, mayo, or cheddar.
      $10.00
    • Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese

      A creamy mix of chicken, bleu and cheddar cheese, crunchy celery and a buffalo sauce with just a bit of kick.
      $16.00
  • Breakfast

    • Reindeer Sausage Migas

      Think breakfast nachos, all grown up! With reindeer sausage and scrambled egg, this dish is a great way to start your day (or continue it!)
      $19.00
    • Beans & Rice With Scrambled Eggs (V)

      A comfort food around the world. Ask about today’s beans (black, pinto, rojo etc). Topped with house made salsa and two scrambled eggs. Served with a side of sour cream (on request) and corn tortilla chips.
      $16.00
    • Southwest Veggie Migas

      Think breakfast nachos, all grown up! Full of sauteed veg and scrambled egg, this dish is a great way to start your day (or continue it!)
      $15.00
    • Southwestern Breakfast Burrito (V)

      Roasted mild pasilla pepper scramble with potatoes, onion, tomato, garlic and cheddar, served with side of chips, salsa & sour cream.
      $14.00
    • Savory Egg Panini (V)

      Havarti, cheddar and egg with tomato grilled with a tangy garlic-parsley spread.
      $15.00
    • Chile Verde Con Pollo Breakfast Burrito

      Roasted chicken and scrambled eggs, green chile, cumin, cilantro, garlic, onion, tomatillos and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Served with a side of corn tortilla chips.
      $15.00
    • Homemade Granola W/ Milk (Vg, Gf)

      "Block" blend of nuts, seeds, coconut, oats & dried fruit with your choice of milk.
      $9.00
  • Salads & Dips

    • Buffalo Chicken Dip W/ Chips

      Roasted chicken in a creamy buffalo sauce with cream cheese, cheddar and feta blend, melted with green onion, served with Taco Loco corn tortilla chips.
      $16.00
    • Chips & Salsa (Vg, Gf)

      Homemade classic salsa made with tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, onion, salt, and lime.
      $8.00
    • Whole House Salad (Vg, Gf Upon Request)

      Romaine lettuce, tomato, shredded carrots, red onion, and homemade sourdough croutons.
      $12.50
    • Half House Salad (Vg, Gf Upon Request)

      Romaine lettuce, tomato, shredded carrots, red onion, and homemade sourdough croutons.
      $11.50
    • Classic Caesar Salad

      Classic Caesar Salad made with hearts of Romaine, topped with strips of Parmesan cheese, capers, black pepper and house-made croutons.
      $15.00
    • Roasted Red Beet Salad

      Roasted beets tossed with candied chipotle walnuts, feta, fresh mint, and a honey lime vinaigrette
      $11.00
    • Hummus & Toast Points

      Classic Middle-Eastern Hummus, made with Garbanzos, tahini, lemon, garlic and extra virgin olive oil, smooth blended and topped with red-chili flakes, and drizzled with olive oil, served with seasoned toast points.
      $15.00
    • Fall Squash And Spinach Salad

      $20.00
    • Winter Salad

      roasted carrots and chickpeas with onion over greens and couscous with a coconut curry dressing
      $20.00
  • Soups & Comfort Foods

    • Beans And Rice (Vg, Gf)

      A comfort food found around the world. Call in for today's selection of black, pinto or red beans.
      $11.00
    • Rotating Soup - Meat (Call (907) 929-2665)

      It's got snap! Chicken and house-roasted pasilla peppers, topped with tortilla chips and salsa. Sour cream on the side.
      $14.00
    • Seasonal VEGETARTIAN Soup (Call (907) 929-2665)

      $14.00
  • Specials

    • Poblano Ranchero Bowl

      A cheese stuffed, fire roasted whole poblano pepper, served over our house made beans and rice, drenched in home-made ranchero sauce and served with a side of fresh pico-salsa, sour cream and Taco Loco corn tortilla chips. (v).
      $19.00
    • Good Morning Bowl

      Southwestern veggies and rice topped with two fried eggs, house aioli, pico de gallo salsa and garnished with fresh cilantro and lime. All mornings are good mornings after eating this delicious and hearty breakfast bowl!
      $17.00
  • Coffee

    • Cappuccino

      Classic cappuccino - espresso with fluffy steamed milk
      $4.50
    • Iced Latte

      Espresso with your choice of milk over ice. Add some syrup for a special treat!
      $4.25
    • Pour Over

      A barista favorite! Uncle Leroy's coffee, brewed fresh.
      $4.00
    • Steamer

      A childhood favorite! Steamed milk with your choice of syrup flavoring. Topped with whipped cream if you'd like!
      $3.75
    • Hot Chocolate

      Steamed milk with dark chocolate.
      $4.00
    • Americano

      Classic Americano made with our Cuban style espresso roast.
      $3.50
    • Mocha

      Steamed milk, espresso and chocolate.
      $5.25
    • Latte

      Espresso with steamed milk.
      $4.25
  • Teas

    • Indigo Tea

      Choose from:\n\nEnglish Breakfast\nEarl Grey\nMarketspice\nPassionfruit Jasmine\nChina Gunpowder\nGenmaicha\nWhite Coconut Creme\nPeppermint\nChamomile Medley\nTurmeric Ginger\nTangerine Ginger\nChai Rooibos
      $3.50
    • The Block Chai

      A rich house made mixture of black tea and premium spices, including cinnamon, cardamon, and clove.
      $5.75
    • Indigo Tea Latte

      Choose from our wide selection of Indigo teas. Herbal, black, green and white teas available!
      $3.75
    • Honey Coconut Creme Tea Latte

      Try a little something extra sweet! White coconut creme tea from Indigo Tea Lounge, steamed with your choice of milk, sweetened with honey and vanilla.
      $4.00
  • Blocktails & Italian Sodas

    • Soft Block Mojito

      No alcohol but still refreshingly awesome! Made with fresh mint, blueberry syrup, limes, over seltzer and served with love!
      $5.50
    • Super Citrus Soda

      Enjoy the pleasant blend of fresh lemon, lime, and oranges mixed with a dash of simple syrup and served over seltzer.
      $5.50
    • Cucumber Soda

      What screams self-care more than sliced cucumbers (only these won't be going on your face) on a warm summer day?! Well, try our cucumber soda made with freshly crushed cucumbers, a dollop of simple syrup, and a bit of lime served over soda water!
      $5.50
    • Rosemary Apple Soda

      Fresh apples, rosemary simple syrup, lime and seltzer.
      $5.50
    • Italian Soda

      Choose your syrup(s) and let us know if you'd like a dollop of house made whipped cream on top!
      $4.50
  • Sweets n' Treats

    • Mandel Bread

      Dairy-free biscotti with cinnamon, almonds, orange zest.
      $4.00
    • Coffee Cake

      A delicious, traditional coffee cake with nuts, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Perfect with your morning cuppa or at night when you need that sweet treat to close out a long day.
      $6.00
    • Challah Bread With Honey And Butter

      $4.50
    • Chocolate Torte

      $10.00

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