Homer
Hands down some of the best food in Homer, if not the entire Kenai Peninsula. As much of it as possible is organic or made in-house, the seafood is…
Homer
Hands down some of the best food in Homer, if not the entire Kenai Peninsula. As much of it as possible is organic or made in-house, the seafood is…
Seward
Seward's best restaurant serves excellent land-based cuisine, but local seafood is where it really shines. Start off with local oysters and bubbly, and…
Homer
In the village of Halibut Cove on Ismailof Island, Saltry makes for the ultimate date, with an outdoor deck over the aquamarine inlet and excellent…
Kenai Peninsula
Established way back in 1952 (that's ancient for Alaska), this chunky-log roadhouse serves up generous portions with the friendliest waiters in Cooper…
Homer
Housed in the old ‘bus barn,’ this chic and hyperpopular pizza joint and wine bar serves affordable appetizers such as prosciutto-wrapped Alaskan scallops…
Kenai Peninsula
In an Old Town log building dating from 1918, Veronica’s serves espressos and healthy sandwiches and hosts open mics, folk jams and live bands. There’s a…
Homer
Finn’s wood-fired pizzas are best enjoyed with a pint of ale in the sunny upstairs solarium. Is there anything better than an excellent pizza and…
Seward
Seward's best waterfront eatery, this airy, steel-walled spot features a good selection of creative plates featuring local seafood such as smoked scallop,…
Kenai Peninsula
Overlooking Kenai Lake with a pleasant sunroom, this steak and seafood place has the best atmosphere in town. If you’ve had enough fish, try the organic…
Homer
With excellent burritos, burgers and a salsa bar, this joint is the place to go for a filling meal on the cheap; it’s probably the best bargain in town…
Kenai Peninsula
This creekside lodge features a fabulous Alaska-casual-cuisine prix-fixe menu with homemade desserts, seafood specials and a friendly, intimate dining…
Seward
Its motto – ‘cheap beer and lousy food’ – is wrong on the second count. Locals like the salmon sandwich, which you can adorn with pickles from a barrel…
Homer
This quintessential Homer institution has great fresh-baked bread and light snacks. There is a lilting air to the open-kitchen that seems pulled straight…
Kenai Peninsula
Everything in this casual joint is made from scratch: from the buns to the barbecued pork and the pizza dough. It’s a local favorite and a great place to…
Kenai Peninsula
Enjoy grand views of the Kenai River Flats as you sup on fresh Alaska seafood, house-made pasta or local greens. The dining is both comfortable and…
Homer
Local ingredients, fresh seafood and a simple but creative menu make this little joint a locals' favorite. If it's carbs you're after, its hand-tossed…
Kenai Peninsula
A surprisingly hip little deli serving breakfast until 10:30am. You can build your own sandwiches on homemade bread.
Kenai Peninsula
Hand-tossed dough made from scratch makes this a perfect place to fill up after a day of clam slamming.
Kenai Peninsula
This Moose comes with coffee and goodies galore, including a huge array of fresh doughnuts.
Homer
Pick up fresh produce, peruse homemade crafts kiosks or just chow down on kettle corn.
Homer
You'll either love or hate this glimpse into Russian Orthodox life. The proprietor, Nina, is far from subtle, telling you exactly what to order and how…
Seward
This local favorite is home to pizza, burgers and sweet-potato fries that are well worth traveling for, plus the best deck in town on sunny evenings. It…
Homer
Come here for your organic, gluten-free goodies. This is the first official ‘green’ restaurant in Alaska, and you can taste it. Almost everything is…
Homer
One of Homer’s oldest and priciest restaurants, with mains such as Szechuan Duck and the Duet de Mar (wild shrimp and Alaskan scallops). Though the…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Kenai Peninsula
The only real bar in town has an awesome deck overlooking the harbor. The food is simple and well prepared, though a bit overpriced. The bar stays open…
Homer
With some of the best views in town, this playful and modern sushi house offers innovative cocktails, finely constructed rolls and some of the freshest…
Seward
Ray's has amazing views, popular seafood dishes and attentive service in a fine-dining atmosphere that retains its Alaskan vibe. The bar is a friendly…
Kenai Peninsula
Stone-fired pizzas and sandwiches served in an echoing brewery with a big patio. Delicious. Beer-lovers should order the sampler. Expect the service to be…
Kenai Peninsula
In a sunny space overlooking the harbor and with colorful artwork on the walls, this eclectic eatery has chowder, sandwiches and other rainy-day treats.
Kenai Peninsula
A landmark eatery that serves baked goods, brisket and soups. It’s best for breakfast and pie – go for the breakfast taco and the pie of the day.
Kenai Peninsula
This is Soldotna’s fanciest place, with high-backed leather booths and dishes such as char-grilled salmon with mushroom risotto.
Seward
Housed in a cozy rail car, this joint has a decent breakfast and pulled pork for lunch. All pork and chicken is smoked in-house.
Seward
This busy joint has plenty of warm, fresh-baked goods to start your day. On weekends there's an Indian buffet dinner for $15.
Homer
What is an excellent deli doing all the way out on East End Rd? Serving some of the best beef brisket sandwiches in Homer.