Elwood's Drive Thru

Elwood's Drive Thru

847 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Eagle River, AK

★★★★★4.6(165 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Elwood's Drive Thru has quietly become Eagle River's go-to spot for quality beyond the typical drive-thru fare, featuring standout Buddha bowls packed with fresh proteins and vegetables alongside excellent Kaladi Brothers coffee and thoughtfully crafted drinks. The team clearly cares about getting things right—they've even reached out to customers who've had issues—and locals keep coming back raving about the hard-to-choose-between options, from affogatos to breakfast sandwiches, all served with genuine friendliness even when you're just rolling through the drive-thru window. It's the kind of place that makes a quick coffee run feel like discovering something special.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. Quick-grab spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available. Drive-thru.

Traditional drinksDrive-thruPastriesLight foodFamily friendlyQuick grabFull breakfastParking

Google Reviews

Dustin Wilson
★★★★★3 months ago

Elwood's coffee and Buddha Bowls are always fantastic. They also support local sports teams! Thank you for helping Palmer Girls Flag Football!

Briley
★★★★★3 months ago

Previously, I had left a review of 3 stars due to my breakfast sandwich being slightly burnt. After leaving the review, I was contacted and told that they had just gotten a new grill and they were still working on the temperatures; stating they would make it right. The next time…

Alisha Werrett
★★★★★8 months ago

Went specifically for the Buddha bowl after some research on local fair ome to the glacier and I was absolutely not disappointed. Delicious and packed w yummy proteins and veggies. #perfection perfectionMy tan mocha was also delicious 😋 Happy to have stopped by. Thank u 💓

Lauren Bradbury
★★★★★3 years ago

Stopped by for the first time yesterday on our way home after we spent the day at Jim’s creek. All I have to say is OMG… I’m obsessed with this place. I wanted everything on the menu it was hard to choose. My husband and I got pineapple and watermelon dole whips (tasted just…

Kaylyn McGraw
★★★★★4 years ago

We love the Buddha bowls here and their wide selection of drinks and other options on the menu. Always friendly service here. Definitely recommend.

Maia Eggerman
★★★★★4 years ago

Great coffee and food. The Buddha bowl is my favorite... well maybe the Affagato is... can’t decide. Find unique options with quality ingredients and Kaladi Brothers coffee here.

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