PRESS & MEDIA COVERAGE
From a sold-out market debut on O'Malley to Mountain View's late-night favorite—see what journalists, food writers, and creators are saying about City Boy Burgers.
“How City Boy’s Blair Hicks dreamed up the burger Anchorage wants”
By Julia O’Malley — An Alaska Life
The definitive story of City Boy Burgers detailing founder Blair Hicks’ journey from kitchen line cook (Sullivan’s, Glacier Brewhouse, Snow City Cafe, Whale’s Tail) to launching a sold-out stand at the Sunday Fresh Market on O’Malley, popping up at Williwaw, and opening the permanent Mountain View restaurant.
An Alaska Life Feature
"The signature jalapeño double: thin crisp-edged patties, grilled peppers, pickles, caramelized onions, American cheese, and house sauce on a branded brioche bun."
EDITORIAL & BROADCAST PRESS
Journalism profiles and television news acknowledgments.
Julia O’Malley’s An Alaska Life
"How City Boy’s Blair Hicks dreamed up the burger Anchorage wants"
The definitive City Boy story detailing Blair's journey from kitchen line cook to founding Anchorage's favorite pop-up and Mountain View restaurant.
Julia O’Malley’s An Alaska Life
"Sometimes you just need to take some knocks in the kitchen"
Featured topic highlighting City Boy Burgers and Anchorage culinary resilience.
KTUU / Alaska’s News Source
"Featured on Alaska’s News Source (Channel 2)"
City Boy Burgers acknowledged coverage on Alaska’s News Source Channel 2 broadcast.
CREATOR FEATURES & VIRAL REELS
Top food creators, taste tests, and food challenge videos.
Best burger in town?
Instagram & YouTube • August 5, 2024
"The breakout video at the Sunday Fresh Market on O’Malley that helped trigger City Boy's explosive social growth."
15-Patty City Boy Burger Challenge
Instagram & TikTok • May 10–11, 2025
"Major national food challenge creator Raina Huang tackles the giant 15-patty City Boy burger stack in Anchorage."
Mountain View Restaurant Grand Opening
Instagram • November 22, 2025
"Covered the grand opening of the permanent Mountain View location, naming City Boy an Anchorage smash burger favorite."
Cityboy Burger be making me SICK—in the best way
Facebook & Instagram • 2025 - 2026
"Enthusiastic multi-part reviews following City Boy from Williwaw pop-ups to the Mountain View opening."
Best Smash Burgers in Anchorage
Instagram • December 24, 2025
"Spotlighted the crisp-edged smash burgers and late-night weekend vibe at the Mountain View location."
One of Anchorage's Most Popular Burger Joints
Facebook Video • March 2, 2026
"A 6-minute documentary feature on City Boy Burgers' culture, simple menu, and local popularity."
Saint goat goes to City Boys Burgers
YouTube Shorts • 2025
"Shorts feature testing City Boy's signature smash patties."
City Boy Burgers Anchorage (Multi-Part Series)
Facebook Video Series • 2025 - 2026
"Multi-part community video series showcasing food prep and dining experience."
First-Time City Boy Review
Instagram Reel • July 13, 2026
"First-time visitor review testing the signature Jalapeño Boy double smash."
MEDIA & PRESS INQUIRIES
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