Sitka
Newish pizza joint trying hard to be hip in a bright modish space on an upstairs floor close to Castle Hill. There's a pleasant rectangular bar, several…
Must-see restaurants in Alaska
Fairbanks
A humble food stand with a couple of pews indoors, picnic tables outside and delicious (and unexpected) Middle Eastern cuisine. The pitas are filled with…
Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse
Anchorage
A beloved Anchorage beer place, with almost 60 beers on tap. It also has ale-battered halibut, gourmet pizzas, outdoor tables and live music most nights…
Homer
The oysters are fresh as can be; unfortunately the service is also pretty fresh and more than a little salty. Still, the deck is lovely on a sunny…
Aleutian Islands
At the eponymous inn, this place has pizza, salads, pasta and burgers. The rocking bar is the best place to meet a proud extra from the early seasons of…
Talkeetna
Located within the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, the Foraker boasts jaw-dropping views of the Alaska Range from its elevated deck. Otherwise, the fine dining…
Denali National Park & Preserve
This classic breakfast, burger and pie joint is a good option if you're in Healy. The covered outdoor seating area out the back and authentic diner-style…
Fairbanks
Hungry souls should take in the touristy, tasty, tongue-in-cheek salmon bake at Pioneer Park, which serves all-you-can-eat grilled salmon, halibut, cod,…
Auntie Yum Yum's Real Thai Food
Valdez
Of Valdez' smattering of summer food carts this is the best. After digging into its lashings of pad Thai noodles (with pork or shrimp), any hike will seem…
Anchorage Region
If you like your breakfast big, you’ll be stoked: not only is your most important meal huge, but it’s served all day. You’ll eat beneath stuffed birds…
Anchorage Region
This former teachers' dorm houses a pleasant restaurant with the kind of creaky wood-floored ambience expected in Palmer. Lunch includes a wide selection…
Seward
Locally loved, this little Thai bistro is a welcome break from the bucket o' halibut. And while the ambience is a little spartan, you'll love the…
Ketchikan
Ketchikan is a bit light on cozy coffee shops for rainy days; Refiner's is an exception. In a little strip mall next to Safeway, the small cafe has light…
Alaska
Within the Coldfoot Camp complex, this restaurant serves an all-you-can-eat buffet that doles out rib-sticking meat-and-potatoes-style food. It's simple,…
Anchorage Region
The kind of bar and restaurant skiers love after a long day on the slopes. It features more than 60 beers, including a dozen on tap, 16 types of gourmet…
The Interior
Steak, seafood and poultry are the focus at this rustic lodge, which is fully kitted out Interior Alaska style, complete with hunting trophies, a lounge…
Prince William Sound
Expanded to include a slick new sit-down eating space, this emporium of fine pizza is still insanely popular, meaning it can be hard to get a seat on a…
Alaska
Despite the name, Milano's serves way more than pizza. This local favorite slings subs, cheesesteaks, tempura, terikyaki, spaghetti, sushi, ramen and (why…
Southeast Alaska
This bright market and cafe is your one-stop choice for organic sundries, deli sandwiches and breakfast burritos. There are two tables inside and plenty…
Anchorage
Of the many Korean restaurants in Anchorage, VIP is the most popular. Try the barbecue, which comes with your choice of sizzling tender meat and about 20…
Prince William Sound
A hotel dining room with glorious views of the Sound (cloudy or not) that cooks up steaks, seafood and a spicy cajun shrimp Alfredo that's out of this…
Anchorage
Delicious, funky and popular, Brown Bag has a diverse selection of creative and loaded sandwiches. Go hungry, leave full. At night the low-ceilinged …
Turnagain Kayak and Coffeehouse
Kenai Peninsula
Breakfast sandwiches, smoothies and hot coffee; Hope's newest little coffee shop is a great place to warm up on a rainy day. It also books kayak tours;…
Kenai Peninsula
Serves up good beer, chowder and burgers. It attracts some of Alaska's best acts for weekend jams (Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights). Also rents RV…
The Interior
At Mile 109.5, find this home-spun purveyor of American road-trip favorites. You can't go wrong with the Reuben sandwich with some free (if slow) wi-fi on…
Ketchikan
Substantial portions of no-frills, filling food served in a plain but traditional diner with fast service, automatic coffee refills and a plain-speaking…
Anchorage
Eclectic and upscale, this is a grocery store with lots of organic goodies, a great deli specializing in Asian fare, and seating indoors and outdoors…
Anchorage
An Anchorage favorite, Pho Lena serves up more than the namesake soup: Thai, Lao and other Vietnamese specialties are all available in the tiny Spenard…
Anchorage
Represents Anchorage's large Polynesian population with poke (cubed raw fish mixed with shoyu, sesame oil salt, chili pepper), taro-leaf wraps and pulled…
Valdez
A health-food market – in small-town Alaska? Enjoy it while you're here, especially the tip-top deli, where you can customize your sandwich or smoothie…
Denali National Park & Preserve
A surprisingly good selection of groceries (including fresh produce) can be purchased at this market attached to a gas station. The deli even sells…
Anchorage
Dark and atmospheric, this strip-mall surprise serves up Mediterranean favorites such as delicious baba gahnoush, kebabs and fresh, warm pita bread. Be…
Prince William Sound
Gourmet sandwiches, some of the best chowder on the Sound, and a great little waterfront deck are the perfect combination for the best lunch in town. If…
Fairbanks
Espresso emporium with good daily soups and baked goods. Striking up a conversation with the person at the next table is almost obligatory. Live music…
Seward
Breakfast, lunch, espresso and wine, all housed in a historic building with incredible views of Resurrection Bay. The signature baked good is the 'duffin,…
Anchorage Region
A family-friendly joint that feels a little like your grandma's living room, if her living room was at a ski resort. Breakfasts are ample and a great way…
Homer
In a charming little building (you’ll know it by the cups outside) with brightly painted, art-covered walls. The focus is on seafood, whether it's on a…
Ketchikan
Sixteen miles north of Ketchikan is the welcome sight of this seafood shack, where you'll find the best halibut burger in the area, as well as homemade…
Anchorage
The most authentic Chinese food you’ll find in Anchorage, sold next to French baguettes and wedding cakes. The dim sum is particularly loved, and there…
Anchorage Region
An Eagle River establishment, Pizza Man is the place to go to replace those carbs you burned off on the nearby trails. There are more than two-dozen beers…
