Our Story

Lucy’s Market began in the summer of 2016 as a small wholesale muffin business—now known as Lou’s Bakery—built on a simple belief: good food has the power to bring people together.

A year later, that belief found a home. On August 1, 2017, Lucy’s Market opened its doors in Soldotna, Alaska, as a pocket-sized gourmet shop—part bakery, part café, and part neighborhood gathering place.

Since then, Lucy’s has grown in size, in spirit, and in purpose. Today, our focus centers around The Cheese Counter—a European-inspired space where carefully sourced cheeses, fresh-baked bread, seasonal soups, and handcrafted sandwiches come together with tasting, conversation, and connection. From everyday lunches to fondue nights and charcuterie workshops, we aim to make every visit feel like an experience, not just an errand.

We believe in food that is thoughtful, well-made, and rooted in community. Whenever possible, we source locally and work with producers who care deeply about quality, craft, and sustainability.

You’ll find us at 338 Homestead Lane in Soldotna, Alaska, in the same building as River City Books. Whether you’re here to discover a new favorite cheese, share a table with friends, or simply slow down for a good meal, we’re glad you found us.

Our daily offerings include a variety of long-fermented traditional sourdoughs, hearty sandwich bread, and crusty yet pillowy french bread. We keep ourselves entertained with rotating monthly petite sourdoughs in fun flavors, and sourdough croissants every Tuesday and Friday. Our baker is always working up new recipes, mastering new techniques, and keeping Marlis (our sourdough starter) in a cooperative mood.

Discover a world of cheese at The Cheese Counter, where global classics meet exceptional American artisan makers. Our curated selection of cured meats and accompaniments is designed for tasting, sharing, and savoring. Looking for the perfect pairing or a new favorite to explore? Dalisha, our cheesemonger, is always happy to guide you—and taste along the way.

Lucy’s features a thoughtfully crafted menu of fresh, house-made food designed for both quick lunches and lingering moments at the table. From artisan bread and seasonal soups to handcrafted sandwiches and cheese-forward small plates, everything we serve begins with carefully sourced ingredients and a deep respect for quality, craft, and flavor.

We focus on items to pair with your artisan cheeses and meats. Products that will inspire and build wonderful charcuterie boards. Along with highlighting local Alaskan made finds. Need help with pairing? Just ask our staff!