SteamDot Coffee O'Malley Cafe — Restaurant in Alaska

Espresso drinker? Steamdot has the best espresso in Alaska due to the proper use of the Slayer Espresso Machine. A Metro vibe and a focus on brighter coffees define the experience.

Every sip, of espresso, showcases the vibrant aspects of their coffee. Pared with a seltzer to cleanse the palate gives a grand espresso experience. The cafes machine allows a long pre infusion phase of the extraction process allowing coffee to be ground finer thereby increasing extraction yields.

Single Origin coffee is roasted to showcase the unique origin character of each coffee. A focus on quality is evident with most bags, depending on the sub species, containing small dense high altitude beans. I have yet to buy a bag that has roasting defects.

Atmosphere is classy and tucked shirt. Large open ceilings with a large use of metal accents give the air of a downtown metropolitan cafe. The feeling is compounded by the regulars who are often professionals in meetings.

While espresso and beans shine, milk drinks suffer from lower quality syrups offered compared to the competition. If Steamdot were to switch to only in-house production or a higher quality brand a fifth star would not...

One of the best shops I've been to in a long time.

Walked in and admired the art on the walls and the infographic on the wall that was hand painted referencing the different brew methods.

Ordered a cortado and was asked if it was for here or to go, I replied for here, and was met with a "bless you." That speaks volumes to me. Tried their espresso of the day with the cortado, top notch. They serve it with the board and a club soda.

My wife got a mocha which they use a house made sauce and he added in some cinnamon for her. Both drinks were great. I highly highly reccomend this spot.

Prices were unbelievable too. We scored a cortado and a mocha for $9. Hope they are doing well and continue...

Previously I have rated SD an easy 5 stars. I have to lower it because there is a lack of consistency. Usually, great coffee, great service. Today, dirty dishes strewn about (as pictured), which were actually adjusted but not removed, they just sat there in a disgusting heap. Slow, unengaging service. AND IF YOU HANDLE DIRTY DISHES, DONT GO ON A LIFT THE SEAL ON THE MILK WITHOUT WASHING YOUR HANDS! Cross contamination is basic food handling service knowledge, and Anchorage’s supposedly elite level flagship cafe should be doing a better job than this.

Mistakes are sometimes made, and are excusable. I’m not unreasonable. Basic sanitation violations are not excusable. Let’s step it...