Guidebook for Anchorage
Food Scene
Delicious late morning breakfasts and tasty cocktails and appetizers in the evening
121 locals recommend
South Restaurant + Coffeehouse
11124 Old Seward HwyDelicious late morning breakfasts and tasty cocktails and appetizers in the evening
Kaladi Brothers Coffee
1340 W Northern Lights BlvdLocal roaster with terrific atmosphere and free wifi
Kaladi Brothers Coffee
1340 W Northern Lights BlvdLocal roaster with terrific atmosphere and free wifi
The only Taco King we go to. Try the complimentary Chiles Toreados from their extensive salsa bar; this is the only Taco King that offers this authentic, tasty condiment.
26 locals recommend
Taco King
2001 E 88th AveThe only Taco King we go to. Try the complimentary Chiles Toreados from their extensive salsa bar; this is the only Taco King that offers this authentic, tasty condiment.
Dine in for delicious maki and sushi with yummy side dishes or take out for a tasty, healthy, and affordable meal on the go.
10 locals recommend
Sushi Ya
3501 Old Seward HwyDine in for delicious maki and sushi with yummy side dishes or take out for a tasty, healthy, and affordable meal on the go.
Double Musky Inn
3 Crow Creek RdTry the pepper steak...
Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria
3300 Old Seward HwyKnown for their pizza and brews; family friendly
Flying Dutchman European Pastry Shop
2101 Abbott RdTasty treats that are not too sweet
Great Alaska Pizza Company
9220 Lake Otis PkwyCall ahead for pizza and wedges take out
Kinley's Restaurant & Bar
3230 Seward HwyA white table cloth restaurant in Alaska does exist
International House Of Hotdogs
1020 L StHot dogs with a passport
Tommy's Burger Stop
1106 W 29th PlDelicious burgers
Eastern European Store and Deli provides Anchorage and Wasilla with traditional European foods spanning from gourmet cheeses to frozen pelmeni.
Eastern European Store and Deli is your one stop shop for quality imported food products. Some items include Russian, Polish, and Eastern European grocery, meats, cheeses, breads, and homemade prepared foods. A hot lunch menu and a variety of coffee is available. Eastern European Store and Deli brings Europe to you.
Eastern European Store & Deli
601 W 36th AveEastern European Store and Deli provides Anchorage and Wasilla with traditional European foods spanning from gourmet cheeses to frozen pelmeni.
Eastern European Store and Deli is your one stop shop for quality imported food products. Some items include Russian, Polish, and Eastern European grocery, meats, cheeses, breads, and homemade prepared foods. A hot lunch menu and a variety of coffee is available. Eastern European Store and Deli brings Europe to you.
Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
11823 Old Glenn HwyYummy Jalapeño Grapefruit Margaritas!
The Ice Cream Shop
36511 Seward HwyStop in for a tasty ice cream.
Eclectic menu, terrific service, clean eats. After dining, mosey up to the co-operative art building.
111 locals recommend
Jack Sprat
165 Olympic Mountain LoopEclectic menu, terrific service, clean eats. After dining, mosey up to the co-operative art building.
Little Miller's Ice Cream
4975 E Bogard RdYummy ice cream, try the flavor burst.
South Restaurant + Coffeehouse
11124 Old Seward HwyYummy cafe. My daughter used to call it the “Snow Kitty Cafe” when she was a toddler.
231 locals recommend
Snow City Cafe
1034 W 4th AveYummy cafe. My daughter used to call it the “Snow Kitty Cafe” when she was a toddler.
Our favorite bowl of pho, and we’ve tried many. They also have a terrific beer and wine menu.
12 locals recommend
PHOnatik Vietnamese Cuisine & Lounge
901 E Dimond BlvdOur favorite bowl of pho, and we’ve tried many. They also have a terrific beer and wine menu.
Parks & Nature
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
43520 Seward HwyWant to see a polar bear, safely? The zoo has great trails for children (and adults) to safely walk and view Alaska's wildlife.
121 locals recommend
Alaska Zoo
4731 O'Malley RdWant to see a polar bear, safely? The zoo has great trails for children (and adults) to safely walk and view Alaska's wildlife.
Kincaid Park
9401 Raspberry RoadExtensive park with a mapped trail system and beach access
If you want a quick, overnight camp spot, this is a fun place to see the bore tide, watch the wind surfers, and wave at tourists on the train.
Bird Creek Campground
If you want a quick, overnight camp spot, this is a fun place to see the bore tide, watch the wind surfers, and wave at tourists on the train.
Blueberry Loop Trail
Blueberry Loop TrailEasy to moderate hike around the mountain. Access from Flattop Trail Head
Alaska Museum of Science & Nature
201 N Bragaw StDino museum for the little ones.
Alaska Botanical Garden
4601 Campbell Airstrip RdGovernment Peak Recreation Area
North Mountain Trails DriveTony Knowles Coastal Trail
Raspberry RoadArts & Culture
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
625 C StLovely display of local artists
Go native? Learn how here. Immerse yourself in the immense history and culture of our many peoples.
176 locals recommend
Alaska Native Heritage Center
8800 Heritage Center DrGo native? Learn how here. Immerse yourself in the immense history and culture of our many peoples.
If you're here on the first Friday of the month, I recommend this link for the latest First Friday events in Anchorage.
https://www.anchorage.net/plan-your-trip/summer-itineraries/day-trips/first-friday-a-day-of-art/
313 locals recommend
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
625 C StIf you're here on the first Friday of the month, I recommend this link for the latest First Friday events in Anchorage.
https://www.anchorage.net/plan-your-trip/summer-itineraries/day-trips/first-friday-a-day-of-art/
Shopping
ShuzyQ South
11124 Old Seward HwyUnique shoes and bags
Bring home a tasteful, functional, and or whimsical something that will remind you of your trip to Alaska.
Journey Home
322 E Fireweed LnBring home a tasteful, functional, and or whimsical something that will remind you of your trip to Alaska.
Ozarks
4131 Old Seward HwyLovely gifts.
Snow Leopard Botique
11485 Old Seward HighwayWonderful gifts.
Essentials
Fred Meyer
1000 E Northern Lights BlvdCarrs
1501 Huffman RdSightseeing
Beluga Point Sight
Seward HighwayWhales and bore tides, what else could you ask for?
Planet Walk
Start at the sun downtown, end in Kincaid park.
Terrific day trip or overnight camping close to Anchorage; be sure to visit summit lake.
146 locals recommend
Hatcher Pass
Terrific day trip or overnight camping close to Anchorage; be sure to visit summit lake.
Funky little mountain town, great for sightseeing and unique Alaskan gifts.
130 locals recommend
Talkeetna
Funky little mountain town, great for sightseeing and unique Alaskan gifts.
Stop in for a quick (it’s small) visit at the center, ask about their trail maps (it’s big).
18 locals recommend
Campbell Creek Science Center
5600 Science Center DrStop in for a quick (it’s small) visit at the center, ask about their trail maps (it’s big).
Captain Cook Monument
Drinks & Nightlife
Beer battered halibut, local brews, and live music with an Alaskan feel
118 locals recommend
Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse
610 W 6th AveBeer battered halibut, local brews, and live music with an Alaskan feel
They have a very nice restaurant with lovely views, however, I prefer the bar. It's the same view, with a happy hour!
185 locals recommend
Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill
420 L StreetThey have a very nice restaurant with lovely views, however, I prefer the bar. It's the same view, with a happy hour!
Bernie's Bungalow Lounge
626 D StreetFun bar!
The Bubbly Mermaid Oyster Bar
417 D StThere could be a speakeasy close by...