Anchorage Restaurants

American Continental

Address: 417 W 5th St, Anchorage, AK 99501

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Alaska's oldest steakhouse is still one of the best places to dine in Anchorage. Start your evening with a martini at the atmospheric bar. Parisian streetlamps and a mural of the City of Light give the establishment its name. For your dining pleasure try the house special filet mignon. This flavorful four inch thick...

Address: 939 W Fifth Ave, Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage, AK 99501

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This fine restaurant, located on the twentieth floor of the Hotel Captain Cook, is decorated with rich teak paneling between floor-to-ceiling windows that provide panoramic sunset views over Cook Inlet. The elegant cuisine is described as "light French" with an emphasis on fresh Alaskan seafood. Try the pan-seared...

Address: 525 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

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Alaskans love a big hearty breakfast, so it isn't a surprise that this all-day breakfast joint is popular. The house special is sourdough pancakes made with starter supplied by a miner in 1939. Another favorite is the Alaska sampler composed of reindeer sausage, smoked halibut, and lox dip. Homemade chicken soup with...

Address: 737 W 5th Ave, Ste 110, Anchorage, AK 99501

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This brewpub became an immediate sensation when it debuted in 1997. Its menu features dishes like spicy fried calamari, amber ale-battered halibut, spit-roasted prime rib, and applewood-grilled salmon with garlic mashed potatoes. Also making excellent accompaniments to the craft brews on tap are the restaurant's...

Address: 4333 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK 99517

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Want to experience Alaskan dining, local style? Try Gwennie's for huge portions and friendly regulars that will explain the memorabilia on the wall and wax nostalgic about the day President Carter and his wife dined among them. Gwennie's is open all day, serving crab omelets with reindeer sausage for breakfast, fried...

Address: 1033 E 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

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Since 1960, Anchorage's best spot for burgers has been the Lucky Wishbone. These quarter-pound delights come smothered with the condiments of your choice, though the Swiss and Bacon burger is a particular favorite. "The Bone" also serves addictive fried chicken and hot fudge milkshakes that are sure to weaken the...

Address: 627 W 3rd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

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A small house built in 1916 is the setting for this nationally recognized restaurant, a local institution for over 20 years. Casual elegance describes both the atmosphere and cuisine. A typical starter is king crab-stuffed squash blossoms, although Caspian Sea caviar is popular and always on the menu. The Caesar salad...

Address: 3300 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, AK 99503

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The Moose's Tooth is a pub that brews and serves more than beer. In addition to their alcoholic offerings - lagers, ales, stouts, porters, and ambers - they brew their own cream soda, root beer, and ginger ale. Homemade brick oven pizzas accompany your beverage. You can choose from over 40 toppings or select one of...

Address: 420 L St, Anchorage, AK 99501

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Reserve well ahead if you want to enjoy a summer dinner at this Anchorage hot spot. Start your evening in the bar, with a glass of single-malt scotch or an import beer and savor the sunset over scenic Cook Inlet. Meals at "Simon's" (as the locals call it) are a delight whether you favor land or sea entrees. The aged...

Address: 1034 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

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Snow City became Anchorage's "favorite new restaurant" when it opened in 1998. They continue to please with creative breakfast dishes—served until 5pm—such as a tofu scramble or eggs Benedict. The homemade granola and salmon cakes are also worth a taste. Soup is made fresh daily and makes a wonderful lunchtime...