Backdoor Cafe — Restaurant in Alaska

If it wasn’t for the coffee being good I would give this place 2 stars, strictly on friendliness and service. This was the first place my friend and I chose to go in Sitka and it was the worst experience we had while there. The 2 ladies that were working that day were EXTREMELY rude and when we said thank you to the lady who gave us our coffee she said NOTHING. Speaking to locals in the area i guess this is the norm for this lady but if that’s the case she shouldn’t be in customer service. Employees like that make a good business look bad and for both her and the other ladies attitude, we did not give them our business for the rest of our trip. There are several other good coffee places in the area with very nice employees....

I love the Backdoor Café. Its informal nature, understated ambiance, and stimulating atmosphere capture the character of Sitka. My novel Thrill Chase begins behind the corner table where Jason, my commercial fisherman/retired dope dealer protagonist, awaits a friend. It’s winter, and there’s a storm howling outside. But everyone ignores the weather, preferring to enjoy the warmth and aroma of fresh pastries and quinoa vegetable soup. Rubber boots squeak on the wet wooden floor. Rustling jackets, cheerful chatter, and kitchen clanks buzz in the background. A morose morning light slants through the window, and the wind is...

This is literally a cafe at the “back door” of a book shop. And it’s a hidden gem! You can access it via the back of the building, or through the bookstore. The staff are all so super friendly and nice (just like all the people we met in Sitka) and the cafe is cute and has a lovely cosy feel. Lots of indoor seating and there are a few outdoor tables/ chairs too. The coffee was excellent- they definitely know all about their beans and how to make great espresso. The cabinet is packed with so many delicious sweet treats, and freshly made doorstopper sandwiches too- so make sure you come with a big appetite! A great spot for...