The Writer's Block Bookstore & Cafe Menu

4.7
(375+ Reviews)
$Cafe
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • 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
    • Latte

      Espresso with steamed milk.
      $4.25
    • Pastrami Panini

      Pastrami with a bite! A flavorful standard with Swiss cheese & tomato, Cuban slaw. Spread: dijon-mayo
      $16.00
    • 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
    • Savory Egg Panini (v)

      Havarti, cheddar and egg with tomato grilled with a tangy garlic-parsley spread.
      $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
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • Mocha

      Steamed milk, espresso and chocolate.
      $5.25
  • Paninis & Wraps with Pestos and Spreads

    All paninis served on your choice of sourdough or multi-grain bread, or as a wrap, with a side of corn tortilla chips. Add a side salad or cup of soup for $5. Add a side of Salsa for $1.00 v= vegetarian, vg= vegan and gf= gluten free.
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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. Pesto: 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
  • Breakfast

    Start your day off right with some Block breakfast favorites! Served all day as available. v= vegetarian, vg= vegan and gf= gluten free.
    • Homemade Granola w/ Milk (vg, gf)

      "Block" blend of nuts, seeds, coconut, oats & dried fruit with your choice of milk.
      $9.00
    • 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
    • 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
    • Savory Egg Panini (v)

      Havarti, cheddar and egg with tomato grilled with a tangy garlic-parsley spread.
      $15.00
    • 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
    • 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
  • Salads & Dips

    v= vegetarian, vg= vegan and gf= gluten free.
    • 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.
      $15.00
    • 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.
      $15.50
    • 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

    v= vegetarian, vg= vegan and gf= gluten free.
    • 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
    • Seasonal VEGETARTIAN soup (Call (907) 929-2665)

      $14.00
  • Specials

    Try out something new and enjoy our rotating Chef's Favorites!
    • 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

    Uncle Leroy's Coffee made the way you like it! All drinks are made with 2 shots of espresso unless otherwise specified.
    • 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
    • Americano

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

      Steamed milk with dark chocolate.
      $4.00
    • Latte

      Espresso with steamed milk.
      $4.25
    • Mocha

      Steamed milk, espresso and chocolate.
      $5.25
    • 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
  • Teas

    Warm up with one of our Indigo teas! Pick from herbal, white, black or green tea.
    • Indigo Tea

      Choose from: English Breakfast Earl Grey Marketspice Passionfruit Jasmine China Gunpowder Genmaicha White Coconut Creme Peppermint Chamomile Medley Turmeric Ginger Tangerine Ginger Chai Rooibos
      $3.50
    • 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
    • Indigo Tea Latte

      Choose from our wide selection of Indigo teas. Herbal, black, green and white teas available!
      $3.75
    • The Block Chai

      A rich house made mixture of black tea and premium spices, including cinnamon, cardamon, and clove.
      $5.75
  • Blocktails & Italian Sodas

    Get your fizz on with one of our housemade drinks!
    • 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
    • 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
    • Rosemary Apple Soda

      Fresh apples, rosemary simple syrup, lime and seltzer.
      $5.50
  • Sweets n' Treats

    • 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
    • Rotating Fresh Baked Cookies

      Might be peanut butter, chocolate chip, ginger molasses, , or oatmeal! Thanks for being adventurous! No vegan options available today.
      $2.00
    • Challah Bread with honey and butter

      $4.50
    • Cuban Flan

      With a dark caramel sauce
      $7.00
    • chocolate torte

      $10.00
    • bread pudding

      Rich, decadent pudding with a warm, fluffy texture, served with a creamy sauce.
      $8.00

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