Johanna's Alaskan Guidebook
Food scene
This is a trendy place downtown. It has a fun atmosphere yet still feels elegant enough for a date. It’s not for the budget-conscious traveler but is worth the splurge in my opinion. I haven’t had a bad meal here yet!
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Lavelle's Bistro
575 1st AveThis is a trendy place downtown. It has a fun atmosphere yet still feels elegant enough for a date. It’s not for the budget-conscious traveler but is worth the splurge in my opinion. I haven’t had a bad meal here yet!
This is our go-to place anytime we are hungry, going out on a date night and don’t want to be disappointed by the good. My husband loves prime rib, and there really isn’t anyone in town who does it better or more consistent than the Turtle Club. It is more of a rustic setting, but we often share one of the larger cuts of meat, get an extra salad on the side and don’t feel like we broke the bank when we leave. I always enjoy the short scenic drive out of town to get there, as well.
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Turtle Club
2098 Old Steese Hwy NThis is our go-to place anytime we are hungry, going out on a date night and don’t want to be disappointed by the good. My husband loves prime rib, and there really isn’t anyone in town who does it better or more consistent than the Turtle Club. It is more of a rustic setting, but we often share one of the larger cuts of meat, get an extra salad on the side and don’t feel like we broke the bank when we leave. I always enjoy the short scenic drive out of town to get there, as well.
If you are on a budget and looking for large portions, the *fastest service* in town and typical breakfast food or American fare, this is the place for you!
Hometown Restaurant
2225 S Cushman StIf you are on a budget and looking for large portions, the *fastest service* in town and typical breakfast food or American fare, this is the place for you!
Fresh made bread, pastry and desserts, Kaladi Bro’s coffee (roasted in Alaska). If you like smoked salmon, try their smoked salmon cream cheese dip on a fresh slice of bread… Can’t be beat! This is just down the road from our cabin...
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LuLu's Bread and Bagels
364 Old Chena Pump RdFresh made bread, pastry and desserts, Kaladi Bro’s coffee (roasted in Alaska). If you like smoked salmon, try their smoked salmon cream cheese dip on a fresh slice of bread… Can’t be beat! This is just down the road from our cabin...
Sightseeing
If you are in the Fairbanks area, you must go to Chena Hotsprings atleast once, especially in the winter! And don’t forget to check out the restaurant as well—on-site, fresh-grown salad year-round, and their clam chowder is delicious.
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Chena Hot Springs Resort
17600 Chena Hot Springs RdIf you are in the Fairbanks area, you must go to Chena Hotsprings atleast once, especially in the winter! And don’t forget to check out the restaurant as well—on-site, fresh-grown salad year-round, and their clam chowder is delicious.
They offer many fun adventures including dog sledding, ice fishing and Aurora viewing.
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Alaska Aurora Adventures
4385 Eielson Farm RdThey offer many fun adventures including dog sledding, ice fishing and Aurora viewing.
Off the beaten path...This is one of Fairbanks area’s best-kept secrets...we lived here 12 years before we heard of it! Less than 1 mile hike off the road, we snowmobiled in with our small children but it is very hike/ski friendly, depending on the weather. If you do not have experience with glaciers or venturing off the beaten path, do not attempt this experience without a guide!
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Castner Glacier
Off the beaten path...This is one of Fairbanks area’s best-kept secrets...we lived here 12 years before we heard of it! Less than 1 mile hike off the road, we snowmobiled in with our small children but it is very hike/ski friendly, depending on the weather. If you do not have experience with glaciers or venturing off the beaten path, do not attempt this experience without a guide!
We hike this atleast once every year. It is the hike with the best views in the Fairbanks area, relatively short.
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Angel Rocks Trailhead
15450 Chena Hot Springs RdWe hike this atleast once every year. It is the hike with the best views in the Fairbanks area, relatively short.
I have not used their services personally, but I know many tourists have enjoyed a dog mushing experience here.
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Paws for Adventure
Herning RoadI have not used their services personally, but I know many tourists have enjoyed a dog mushing experience here.
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Local Tour Company Fairbanks Trails & Rivers
https://fbkstrailsnrivers.com/ Fairbanks Trails & Rivers Tour Co
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Winter Gear Rentals
https://akarcticwear.com https://www.alaskaoutdoorgearrental.com If you are looking to rent winter gear instead of buying/bringing your own, here are a couple of local resources