Trailside Cafe - Seasonal Takeout Reopens May 2025 Menu

24850 Gratiot Dr, Willow, AK 99688, United States
$$$ Cafe
(94 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Introducing the menu from Trailside Cafe - Seasonal Takeout, reopening in May 2025, promises a delightful culinary experience nestled in Willow, Alaska. With an inviting atmosphere perfect for families, the café features a diverse selection of dishes that cater to all ages.

  • Kids' Menu: Treat your little ones to favorites like Kraft Mac n Cheese and Chicken Corn Dogs, each just $8.00, offering comfort and fun with sides of chips and pickles.
  • Refreshing Smoothies: Try the Green Smoothie or the Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie, each priced at $8.00, packed with nutritious ingredients that are both delightful and revitalizing.
  • Lotus Drinks: Indulge in thoughtfully crafted drinks like the Let 'Er Rip Blue Lotus for $6.00, blending vibrant flavors that capture the essence of summer.

With a commitment to great food and community, Trailside Cafe invites you to unwind, savor delicious dishes, and enjoy the unique charm of this local gem.

STARTERS

  • BAKED CHICKEN WINGS

    W/ ASIAN BBQ SAUCE SERVED WITH CELERY, CARROTS AND BC

    US$16.00
  • BAKED MAC N CHEESE

    HOUSEMADE CHEESE SAUCE WITH CAVATAPPI NOODLES AND TOPPED WITH SHREDDED CHEDDAR BAKED TO GOLDEN PERFECTION

    US$10.00
  • GARLIC BREAD

    ITALIAN BREAD SMOTHERED IN OUR HOUSEMADE PARMESAN GARLIC BUTTER SERVED WITH MARINARA

    US$10.00

SANDWICHES

  • FALL TURKEY PANINI

    TOASTED ON A CIABATTA BUN WITH TURKEY, BACON, BRIE CHEESE, CHEDDAR CHEESE, APPLES, AND CRANBERRY-APRICOT SAUCE

    US$16.00
  • CHICKEN BACON RANCH PANINI

    TOASTED ON A CIABATTA WITH GRILLED CHICKEN TOSSED IN CHIPOTLE RANCH, TOMATO, RED ONION, AND BACON

    US$15.00
  • HOMER'S HOT BEEF SANDWICH

    A TOASTED BRIOCHE BUN WITH HOT SLICED ROAST BEEF, HOMER'S SPECIAL SAUCE, AND OUR HOUSEMADE CHEESE SAUCE

    US$16.00
  • PORTABELLO MUSHROOM MELT

    SERVED ON OUR GARLIC BREAD WITH SAUTEED PORTABELLO MUSHROOMS, CARMALIZED ONIONS, MARINARA SAUCE, AND MOZZARELLA CHEESE

    US$14.00
  • AUTUMN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH

    SOURDOUGH BREAD WITH CARMALIZED ONIONS, APPLE BUTTER BACON, AND SWISS CHEESE

    US$13.00
  • STANLEY'S STACKED BLT

    TOASTED SOURDOUGH LOADED WITH CRISPY BACON, ROMAINE, TOMATO, CHEDDAR CHEESE AND HERB AIOLI

    US$13.00

SOUPS & SALADS

  • SOUP OF THE DAY

    12 OZ BOWL

    US$10.00
  • FALL HARVEST SALAD

    MIXED GREENS WITH ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, PUMPKIN SEEDS, APPLES, BLUEBERRY CINNAMON GOAT CHEESE, CANDIED PECANS, RED ONION, AND HONEY DIJON VINAIGRETTE

    US$12.00

KIDS

  • KRAFT MAC N CHEESE
    US$8.00
  • CHICKEN CORN DOG

    SERVED WITH CHIPS AND PICKLES

    US$8.00
  • UNCRUSTABLE

    SERVED WITH CHIPS AND PICKLES

    US$7.00

DESSERTS

  • AUNT MYRNA'S CHEESECAKE
    US$10.00
  • AUNT MYRNA'S CARROT CAKE
    US$9.00
  • TRIPLE BERRY CRISP

    SERVED WARM WITH VANILLA ICE CREAM

    US$8.00
  • GLUTEN FREE LAVA CAKE

    SERVED WARM WI VANILLA ICE CREAM

    US$11.00

DOG MENU

  • FROZEN PB & YOGURT BALLS
    US$5.00
  • DOGGIE ICE CREAM SUNDAE

    SMALL SCOOP OF VANILLA ICE CREAM WITH BACON BITS AND A BISCUIT ON TOP

    US$5.00
  • MILLIE DINNER

    BROWN RICE, CHICKEN, PEAS, CARROTS, SPINACH AND PUMPKIN

    US$8.00

HAND-SCOOPED MILKSHAKES

  • Vanilla
    US$8.00
  • Chocolate
    US$8.00
  • Blue Moon
    US$8.00
  • Strawberry
    US$8.00
  • PB Cup
    US$8.00
  • Andes Mint
    US$8.00
  • Pumpkin Pie
    US$8.00
  • Caramel Apple
    US$8.00
  • Cookies & Cream
    US$8.00
  • Mocha
    US$8.00
  • Chocolate Covered Strawberry
    US$8.00
  • Salted Caramel w/ Pretzels
    US$8.00

ICE CREAM SUNDAES

  • Chocolate
    US$7.00
  • Strawberry
    US$7.00
  • Hot Fudge

    (Housemade)

    US$7.00
  • Peanut Butter

    (PB Sauce & PB Cups)

    US$7.00
  • Salted Caramel w/ Pretzels
    US$7.00

ALASKAN SPECIALTY MILKSHAKES

  • Alaskan Birch Syrup w/ Bacon Bits

    Kahiltna Birchworks Birch Syrup made in Talkeetna, AK and topped w/ bacon bits

    US$10.00
  • Alaskan Rhubarb Crumble

    House made rhubarb jam (grown right here in Willow) w/ crumble topping

    US$10.00
  • Alaskan Blueberry

    Kahiltna Birchworks Alaskan Blueberry Syrup made in Talkeetna, AK

    US$10.00

SMOOTHIES

  • Green Smoothie

    Spinach, Banana, Apples, Peaches, Milk, Chia Seeds, & Honey

    US$8.00
  • Wild Berry Smoothie

    Blueberries, Strawberries, Yogurt, Chia Seeds, Honey, Oat Milk

    US$8.00
  • Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

    Bananas, Strawberries, Peanut Butter, Milk

    US$8.00

BEVERAGES

  • Hot Cider

    (16oz)

    US$2.00
  • Hot Tea

    (16oz)

    US$3.50
  • London Fog

    (16oz) Black Tea w/ Lavendar, Honey, & Cream

    US$4.00
  • Trailside Hot Chocolate

    Made w/ milk & topped w/ marshmallows (16oz)

    US$4.00
  • Soda

    Pepsi, Mt. Dew, Dr. Pepper, Diet Pepsi, 7 Up, Root Beer, Lemonade, Iced Tea

    US$6.00
  • Root Beer or Cola Float
    US$6.00
  • Apple Cider Spritzer

    Fresh pressed apple cider, 7 Up, and caramel syrup served over ice

    US$6.00

ESPRESSO

  • Latte

    12oz

    US$4.50
  • Specialty Espresso Drinks

    12oz - See Specialty Menu

    US$5.00
  • Cappuccino

    12oz

    US$4.50
  • Americano

    12oz

    US$4.00
  • Drip Coffee

    12oz

    US$3.00
  • Chai Tea (Oregon Chai)

    12oz

    US$4.00
  • Syrup
    US$0.25
  • Breve
    US$0.25

Freshly Made Lotus Drinks

  • Let 'Er Rip

    Blue Lotus, Cherry Syrup & Lemonade

    US$6.00
  • Zombie

    White Lotus, Pineapple Syrup, Lime Juice, Cherry Syrup & Seltzer

    US$6.00
  • Rosebud's Revenge

    Pink Lotus, Strawberry Syrup, Rose Syrup & Seltzer

    US$6.00
  • Baby Blue

    Blue Lotus, Pear Syrup, Lavender Syrup & Seltzer

    US$6.00
  • Oh My Darling

    Pink Lotus, Clementine Syrup & Seltzer

    US$6.00
  • Life's a Peach

    White Lotus, Peach Syrup, Lemonade & Iced Tea

    US$6.00
  • Panic in the Streets

    Blue Lotus, Passionfruit Syrup and Lemonade

    US$6.00

Items

  • Strawberry Milk Latte

    Latte made with strawberry milk

  • London Smog Latte

    Milk steeped with Earl Grey, espresso, honey, & lavender syrup

  • French Toast Latte

    Brown sugar, cinnamon, & maple syrup

  • Honeybee Latte

    Honey & cinnamon

  • S'mores Latte

    Toasted marshmallow syrup & chocolate sauce

  • Swift Kick

    Cola, espresso, & vanilla syrup

  • Raspberry Chip Latte

    Raspberry syrup & chocolate sauce

  • Cherry Vanilla Latte

    Cherry & vanilla syrups