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.

At Lucy’s Market, bread is an important part of the experience we create in the market. Our bread program is intentionally centered around a small daily selection of handcrafted loaves and breads designed to pair beautifully with cheese, charcuterie, soups, and sandwiches.

Rather than constantly changing our offerings, we focus on consistency, quality, and thoughtful craftsmanship. Each bread is baked in small batches in our kitchen using carefully selected ingredients and traditional techniques to create breads that feel both rustic and approachable.

Whether you’re picking up a loaf for dinner, building a cheese board, or joining us for lunch, our goal is to make bread that brings people together around simple, good food.

Discover a world of cheese at The Cheese Counter, where global classics meet exceptional American artisan makers. Our thoughtfully curated selection of cheeses, cured meats, and accompaniments is designed for tasting, sharing, and savoring. Whether you’re searching for the perfect pairing or a new favorite to explore, Dalisha, our cheesemonger, is always happy to guide you — with plenty of tasting 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!