Food & Drink
Just a short list of our favorite spots. Most of these are within walking distance - a few are not, but we still love them.
Just a quick walk from the rental, this bakery is sure to leave an impression.
Note - they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
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Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop
718 K StJust a quick walk from the rental, this bakery is sure to leave an impression.
Note - they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Ginger
425 W 5th AveWonderful food - awesome choice for brunch or lunch and dinner
A quick car ride away, this neighborhood restaurant is a hot spot.
Note: The west-facing deck fills up fast!
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Rustic Goat
2800 Turnagain StA quick car ride away, this neighborhood restaurant is a hot spot.
Note: The west-facing deck fills up fast!
Delicious food, though the servings are large and shareable. We highly recommend the homemade pretzel and cheese from the appetizer menu!
Amazing view of the inlet and mountains - the two deck fill up fast! They have fire pits and heaters as well as blankets for when it gets chilly :)
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49th State Brewing Co - Anchorage
717 W 3rd AveDelicious food, though the servings are large and shareable. We highly recommend the homemade pretzel and cheese from the appetizer menu!
Amazing view of the inlet and mountains - the two deck fill up fast! They have fire pits and heaters as well as blankets for when it gets chilly :)
Home to, what we think is, the best Halibut and Chips in town! Lunchtime/mid-afternoon is the best time to get in without a reservation.
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Glacier Brewhouse
737 W 5th AveHome to, what we think is, the best Halibut and Chips in town! Lunchtime/mid-afternoon is the best time to get in without a reservation.
The best salmon spread in Anchorage is served at Humpy's. Live music available later in the evenings and a large selection of beers on tap.
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Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse
610 W 6th AveThe best salmon spread in Anchorage is served at Humpy's. Live music available later in the evenings and a large selection of beers on tap.
Some of the best breakfast in Anchorage. Arrive before 9 am or you're looking at average of 45-90 minutes for a table.
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Snow City Cafe
1034 W 4th AveSome of the best breakfast in Anchorage. Arrive before 9 am or you're looking at average of 45-90 minutes for a table.
Large selection of beers on tap. Great food with large servings. Typically hosting live music most nights.
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Matanuska Brewing Midtown, Anchorage
2830 C StLarge selection of beers on tap. Great food with large servings. Typically hosting live music most nights.
Classic Alaskan restaurant with impeccable service.
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Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill
420 L StreetClassic Alaskan restaurant with impeccable service.
What used to be a pilot bar is now a crowd-pleaser for everyone. Good food with brunch on Sat/Sun typically sold out before 1 pm. The only offering for brunch is eggs Benedict and it is awesome!
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F Street Station
325 F StWhat used to be a pilot bar is now a crowd-pleaser for everyone. Good food with brunch on Sat/Sun typically sold out before 1 pm. The only offering for brunch is eggs Benedict and it is awesome!
THE BEST ICE CREAM YOU WILL EVER EAT. Locally made using regional ingredients, you're sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
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Wild Scoops
429 E StreetTHE BEST ICE CREAM YOU WILL EVER EAT. Locally made using regional ingredients, you're sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
This tiny hideaway Greek restaurant is located in a strip mall but don't let that fool you. You'll be treated to a freshly made Greek meal and most likely a free dessert that the chef will bring out for you. Delicious!
Antonios Greek Bakery & Café
3020 Minnesota DrThis tiny hideaway Greek restaurant is located in a strip mall but don't let that fool you. You'll be treated to a freshly made Greek meal and most likely a free dessert that the chef will bring out for you. Delicious!
New Sagaya City Market
900 W 13th AveLocal grocery market and Kaladi coffee shop
Always crowded and always delicious. The Grill side and the Pub side are different menus but both are good.
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Bear Tooth Theatrepub
1230 W 27th AveAlways crowded and always delicious. The Grill side and the Pub side are different menus but both are good.
Fun restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. They have a monthly rotating bacon specialty and an adult TV dinner served on Sunday nights.
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Spenard Roadhouse
1049 W Northern Lights BlvdFun restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. They have a monthly rotating bacon specialty and an adult TV dinner served on Sunday nights.
Jack Sprat
165 Olympic Mountain LoopDouble Musky Inn
3 Crow Creek RdDouble Shovel Cider Company
502 W 58th AveGirdwood Brewing Company
2700 Alyeska HwyAltura Bistro
4240 Old Seward HwyPhenomenal food and service. Highly recommend!
Activities
Places to go and things to see
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
625 C StI-Alaska Zoo
4731 O'Malley RdKincaid Park
9401 Raspberry RoadFlattop Mountain
Upper Rabbit Creek/Rabbit Lake Trailhead
Canyon RoadTony Knowles Coastal Trail
Raspberry RoadWestchester Lagoon Nature Trail
Girdwood
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
43520 Seward HwyBeluga Point Sight
Seward HighwayPotter Marsh Wildlife Viewing Boardwalk
2999 E 154th Ave