Juneau
Juneau was never part of Russia's Alaskan empire, but that hasn't stopped the city succumbing to a silent invasion of pelmeni (homemade Russian dumplings)…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Alaska
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Juneau
A brilliant combo of laid-back coffee shop by day and hip bistro by night, the Rookery serves Portland, OR's Stumptown coffee and original breakfasts,…
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Ketchikan
This slightly pricey seafood restaurant, usually touted among locals as the best in town, recently reopened in a new cruise-dock location on Berth 4…
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Juneau
Juneau flirts with nuevo Indian food at Saffron and the results are commendable. There are plenty of delicate breads to go with the aromatic curries with…
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Southeast Alaska
It's not hard being the best restaurant in Wrangell, but the Stikine goes above and beyond the call of duty with dishes like rockfish tacos, and a lobster…
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Southeast Alaska
Looking like it was flown in ready-made from Seattle’s trendy Capitol Hill neighborhood, this wonderful new cafe/deli opened in April 2017 to much local…
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Juneau
This local fave about which they rave is across the channel from Juneau proper. It's a relaxing, unhurried place with a wooden Wild West facade that…
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Southeast Alaska
From this (surprisingly charming) parking-lot shack comes Petersburg's most creative food. Inga’s Mitkof sandwich is seasoned and seared halibut topped…
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Juneau
Another step on Juneau's stairway to culinary heaven is this hip new Italian place whose dark (surely temporary) facade hides a beautiful streamlined…
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Ketchikan
Take your pick of fish – cod, salmon or halibut – and then your coating – in batter or a bun. The chips are default. And all this before the menu gets…
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Juneau
The best of the food shacks along the cruise-ship berths is Tracy’s. On a boardwalk surrounded by a beer shack and a gift shop, she serves up outstanding…
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Southeast Alaska
This wonderful cafe serves the best breakfast on POW, but it’s the pies that make it legendary among locals. There’s usually a half-dozen different kinds…
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Juneau
Newish Salt is run by Tracy of Tracy's King Crab Shack and the dedication is evident as soon as you walk in. High-quality, creative Alaskan cuisine is the…
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Southeast Alaska
You’re in Petersburg – indulge in what they catch. Stop at this processor/seafood store/restaurant for a shrimp burger, salmon-halibut chowder or the…
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Ketchikan
The hilltop dining in Cape Fox Lodge is about as posh as Ketchikan gets and certainly worth the short climb to get here. Food is split between surf and…
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Ketchikan
Beneath the historic New York Hotel is this wood-paneled cafe which doesn't seem to have changed much decor-wise since its Roaring 1920s opening – if you…
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Juneau
Sombrero is practically the only city-center joint that’s not packed out when there are five cruise ships in town. But shhh, this is a dearly beloved…
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Southeast Alaska
One of Wrangell’s best eating joints, a friendly if rudimentary sales window set up in the main street which juggles cheap American staples (burgers,…
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Southeast Alaska
Arrive early at Papa Bear's: the place does a roaring takeaway trade, meaning you may end up waiting an hour or more for your pie. The place specializes…
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Juneau
Ironically juxtaposed right next door to the dig-and-drill politicians in the state capitol is this natural-food store, a hangout for liberals and…
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Juneau
Rather dingy looking from the outside, but surprisingly hip within, Rockwell pulls in all sorts for (late) breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu appears…
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Ketchikan
At the Gilmore Hotel, this keg and chowder house has a seafood-heavy menu, a wonderful bar and 1920s decor. The three kinds of homemade chowder are good,…
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Ketchikan
Marketing itself as a shoppe as opposed to a shop (think home-baked cakes and staff in flowery aprons) Ketchikan’s prime source of sugar replenishment…
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Southeast Alaska
Little more than a food truck with an awning glued on the side, Mexican-run Carmen’s Corner satisfies Petersburg’s small contingent of Latino cannery…
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Juneau
The top station of the Mt Roberts Tramway supports this large restaurant which, not surprisingly, sports the best views in town. Highlights include the…
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Ketchikan
Ketchikan’s favorite burger joint is definitely not a chain. Ten varieties, including one with a Polish sausage and a hamburger patty, plus 30 flavors of…
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Southeast Alaska
The local hangout has upped the ante of late, morphing from a little nautical-themed cafe into something more substantial. In spring and summer it serves…
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Ketchikan
The size of a small trailer, this seafood shack close to the Water St tunnel does a good rendition of fish and chips: everything down to the tartar sauce…
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Juneau
If you conducted a local opinion poll, the Sandpiper could well register as Juneau’s best breakfast. Skip the eggs and try one of the Belgian waffles,…
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Ketchikan
Ketchikan is a bit light on cozy coffee shops for rainy days; Refiner's is an exception. In a little strip mall next to Safeway, the small cafe has light…
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Southeast Alaska
This bright market and cafe is your one-stop choice for organic sundries, deli sandwiches and breakfast burritos. There are two tables inside and plenty…
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Ketchikan
Substantial portions of no-frills, filling food served in a plain but traditional diner with fast service, automatic coffee refills and a plain-speaking…
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Ketchikan
Sixteen miles north of Ketchikan is the welcome sight of this seafood shack, where you'll find the best halibut burger in the area, as well as homemade…
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Southeast Alaska
Part bakery, part natural-foods store. There's gourmet coffee and pastries, and you can grab some organic veggies to add to your loaf of fresh bread for a…
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Southeast Alaska
At Shelter Cove, this is as upscale as POW gets. Features protein from land and sea, with some Asian fusion mixed in. It's best to call ahead for a…
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Southeast Alaska
A Craig favorite; excellent pizzas in a bustling atmosphere. Vegetarian options include the Popeye: garlic, olive oil, spinach, feta, tomatoes and more.
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Southeast Alaska
In a harbor-front shack; takeout includes homemade burgers and milkshakes, smoked pizzas and pulled pork.
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Juneau
Housed in Merchant’s Wharf (also called Fisherman's Wharf), a renovated floatplane hangar that sits on pilings above Juneau’s waterfront, the Hangar is…
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Juneau
The best milkshakes and burgers in Juneau are in Auke Bay Harbor. Hot Bite is housed in the one-time ticket office of Pan American Airways and has seating…
