Tonglen Lake Lodge's Artisan Café is a favorite spot for locals, and our lodge guests fall in love with the goodies and ambiance that have set the Artisan Café apart in Denali. It also hosts our Art Gallery, which proudly features the work of many talented, local, Alaskan Artists embracing a variety of media. From 7:00 am to Noon the café is open to the public. Start your day off right with an espresso drink made with fresh coffee beans from Kaladi Brothers Coffee, an award winning Alaskan Coffee Roaster. The on-site bakery offers sweet and savory scones and muffins, along with a selection of meat and veggie quiche. House-made granola with Greek yogurt and fruit is the local favorite, and the baked oats and summer porridge are exclusive recipes. Beginning at 4:00 pm we open the café to lodge guests only. Guests can relax with a glass of wine and house-made appetizer on the patio while enjoying the mountain views and Alaskan midnight sun. The evening service includes a beautiful selection of wine and Alaska craft beers. Complimentary small bites are also served.