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SITKA: Highliner Coffee $ tri-tip beef, and home-made
Café Map E5 Western Interior sauces from a little place attached
327 Seward St, 99835 to a gas station, and in summer
Tel 907-747-4924 Closed Sat & Sun FAIRBANKS: Alaska Coffee from a roving mobile food truck.
Drive-through and café with Roasting Co. $
house-roasted gourmet coffees, Café Map E2 FAIRBANKS: The Cookie Jar $$
teas, and fresh-baked pastries. 4001 Geist Rd, Ste 12, 99709 Café Map E2
Wi-Fi and a selection of gifts in Tel 907-457-5282 1006 Cadillac Ct, 99701
the comfortable café; a popular Fresh-roasted coffee and fresh- Tel 907-479-8319
local hangout. baked goods such as cinnamon Breakfast all day, with fresh baked
and pecan rolls. Savory flatbreads, goods and large portions of eggs,
SITKA: Homeport Eatery $ sandwiches, pizzas and soups. meats, and potatoes. Pastas, soups,
Café Map E5 Biscuits and gravy on weekends. salads, and burgers for lunch;
209 Lincoln St, 99835 steaks and seafood at dinner.
Tel 907-966-2336 Closed Sun FAIRBANKS: The Crepery $
Rustic old cable house with Café Map E2 FAIRBANKS: The Pump
ocean views. Hot and cold 535 2nd Ave, 99701 House $$
sandwiches, coffees and pastries, Tel 907-450-9192 Seafood Map E2
chowder, big brunch selection. Filling and inventive crepes such 796 Chena Pump Rd, 99701
Live music on weekends. as savory smoked salmon or brie Tel 907-479-8452 Closed Mon
and cranberry. For dessert, try the Enjoy Alaskan seafood, especially
DK Choice crème brûlée and cheesecake fresh salmon dishes in the
with fresh berries. Limited seating.
historic Chena Pump House
SITKA: Ludvig’s Bistro $$ overlooking the Chena River.
Mediterranean Map E5 FAIRBANKS: Fudge Pot $
256 Katlian St, 99835 Café Map E2 FAIRBANKS: Thai House
Tel 907-966-3663 Closed Sun 515 1st Ave, 99701 Restaurant $$
and Oct–Jan Tel 907-456-3834 Thai Map E2
Famous for its service and its Specializing in desserts, including 412 5th Ave, 99701
cuisine: rustic Mediterranean home-made fudge in 30 different Tel 907-452-6123 Closed Sun
specialties featuring local flavors; blueberry and cranberry Favorites from the large menu
seafood and local produce. are made from Alaskan berries. include classic pad Thai, drunken
Try the Alaskan rockfish, grilled noodles, shrimp fried rice, and
lamb chops with lentils, bistro FAIRBANKS: Pita Place $ red curry vegetables.
steak or fresh halibut. There’s Middle Eastern Map E2
also a wine bar and gallery 3300 College Rd, 99709 FAIRBANKS: Wasabi Bay $$
with an outdoor deck. Booking Tel 907-687-2456 Closed Sun, Mon, Japanese Map E2
is essential; limited offerings and winter 1448 S Cushman St, 99701
in winter. Perfectly spiced falafel and huge Tel 907-452-0521
pitas with sauces and veggies to Traditional and American-style
eat at picnic tables or take away. sushi with fresh-caught fish. Try
SITKA: Channel Club $$$ Authentic Turkish coffee. the salmon and white tuna, the
Steakhouse Map E5 Caterpillar, or Cherry Blossom.
2906 Halibut Point Rd, 99835 FAIRBANKS: Bad 2 da Bone
Tel 907-747-7440 BBQ $$ DK Choice
Elegant dining with a view of Grill Map E2
Mt Edgecumbe. Attentive service. 80 5th St,99701 FAIRBANKS:
Salmon and halibut specials, Tel 907-699-2663 Lavelle’s Bistro $$$
prime rib and steaks cooked over Authentic pit barbecue ribs, Steakhouse Map E2
wood fires. Full wine list. pulled pork, juicy brisket, chicken, 575 1st Ave, 99701
Tel 907-450-0555
SKAGWAY: Bites on Broadway $ Friendly staff and excellent wine
Café Map E4 list, with seating in the bar or
648 Broadway, 99840 romantic main room. Menu
Tel 907-983-2166 options include prime rib, filet,
Friendly owners and service. halibut, lobster cakes, red prawn
Breakfast sausage or bacon curry, fresh local vegetables, and
and cheese biscuits are huge and Caesar salad. Crème brûlée
fresh; try chili or chowder for lunch. and double chocolate mousse
Desserts include German cake are popular desserts.
chocolate cake or red velvet cake. Reservations recommended.
SKAGWAY: Red Onion Saloon $
Pub Map E4 TALKEETNA: Flying Squirrel
205 Broadway, 99840 Bakery Café $
Tel 907-983-2414 Café Map E3
Lodged in a gold-rush era bordello 26205 Mile 11, Talkeetna Spur Rd,
dating from 1897, this lively saloon 99676
shares the historic building with Tel 907-733-6887
a red-light-themed museum. Home-made soups served with
Popular for its pub meals and artisan bread, breakfast pastries,
diverse pizzas named after historic Try an Alaskan favorite, juicy steak, at one desserts, deli salads and wraps.
madams, and a range of brews. of the region’s steak houses Wood-fired pizzas on weekends.
Key to Price Guide see p250
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