Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Anchorage

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Southside Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1746)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Anchorage

About the restaurant

We are a great neighborhood secret on the south end of town. We offer a variety of fresh fun food from our open display kitchen. We have a hardwood oven for great appetizers and flatbreads. Fresh Alaskan seafood and produce arrives daily and Chef Travis creates great innovative daily specials. Save room for our fantastic home-made desserts. We are proud recipients of the "Wine Spectators" Award of excellence 27 years in a row.
Southside Bistro offers the "Restaurant" side and "Bistro" side, both with the complete dinner menu available, and an additional Pizza-burger menu. Please go to our web site and see our complete menu selections.

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Philippe

Dined 2 days ago

Great apps: scallops perfect and sauce was delicious, cauliflower flavorful, deviled eggs looked and tasted great. All 5 entrees from burger to duck to veal were tasty, hot and atractive. Service was attentive and well timed. Friendly, warm and inviting.

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Popular dish

Bistro Burger

Kincaid Grill

4.9

4.9 (2008)

$50 and over

Seafood

Anchorage

About the restaurant

At Kincaid Grill, you will find the finest in food preparation and uncompromising service. Kincaid Grill is located in a quiet West Anchorage neighborhood which lends itself to its unique sense of personal touches. Kincaid Grill is well known for being one of the finest restaurants in the Anchorage area for its quality preparation of what we call Alaskan Regional cuisine. Combining simple flavors and concentrating on the ingredients at hand, we strive for the ultimate dining experience.

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DawnVIP

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

It is always a wonderful experience to dine at Kincaid Grill. Food is always amazing, service exceptional and the ambiance very relaxed. One of our favorite places to dine here in Anchorage.

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4.9

4.9 (1644)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Anchorage

About the restaurant

For over 30 years Jens’ has served the best fresh Alaskan Seafood. The dinner menu also features prime steaks, lamb, and fresh pasta along with a wide selection of delicious appetizers and salads. The menu changes often to take full advantage of the best fresh ingredients. A selection of homemade desserts round out the dining experience. The cozy wine bar offers the full menu and over 40 wines by the glass.

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HollyVIP

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

Jen's is always lovely! Great service and excellent food

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Popular dish

Carrot Cake

Popular dish

Calamari a la Picatta

Kinley's Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (1823)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Anchorage

About the restaurant

We serve fresh Alaskan seafood, 30 wines by the glass, 300 wines by the bottle, locally brewed beers on tap, as well as a wide selection of cocktails.
Kinley’s Restaurant is based on a rustic-contemporary Alaskan feel. Our trademark is exceptional food and service in a comfortable atmosphere. The combination of unique dishes, knowledgeable and inviting staff, and the extensive beer, wine and cocktail lists appeal to travelers and locals alike. We strive to be the benchmark of an independently-owned, Alaskan casual fine dining restaurant.

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Harold

Dined 1 day ago

The food was delicious, talking about appetizers they have the best crab cakes we have tried.

Simon & Seafort's

4.6

4.6 (6362)

$30 and under

Seafood

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Known by the locals simply as "Simon's" this Anchorage landmark has beautiful panoramic views overlooking Cook Inlet, Mount Susitna and the Alaska Range. This classic American grill has been artfully serving quality USDA prime-aged steak, fresh and innovative seafood since 1978. Enjoy a daily lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, or perhaps a special business or romantic occasion in our warm, inviting and spacious dining room. Join our longtime friends and frequent visitors who have enjoyed many fond memories over the years as our guests.

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Terri

Dined 1 day ago

First time dining at Simon & Seafort’s. Can’t believe I’ve never been. Hands down best restaurant/food I’ve eaten in Anchorage ever! Service was outstanding, atmosphere very nice, all around great place. Thank you.

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4.6

4.6 (1512)

$30 and under

Pacific Rim

Anchorage

About the restaurant

PACIFIC RIM CUISINE
Great food. Excellent service. Warm ambiance. These elements are how many of our guests would describe Ginger. We created a restaurant that expresses our faith and values in extending genuine hospitality to all and food sure to please all tastes. We take classics and new cuisine of the Pacific Rim and put a modern twist on the flavors.

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Carey

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Service was top-notch from starting to finish. Excellent food with a ton of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Expect to spend $25-$40 on your entrée. (we both had left overs). Awesome interior design and convenient location downtown. We went this week and they were doing something special with DJs playing. It was about 2 to 3 notches too loud, which made conversation a bit challenging.

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Alaska Chopped & Chowdered

4.6

4.6 (265)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Alaska Chopped and Chowdered is passionate about providing our guests with an unforgettable dining experience.

Chef, along with her team of culinary artisans are adept at deconstructing, reinventing, and elevating classic and comfort foods, while also introducing novel taste experiences. Dedicated to creating unique and uplifted dishes that are both inventive and timeless.

We utilize only the highest quality ingredients procured from local purveyors. Whether your appetite calls for a flawlessly seasoned steak, a delectable seafood platter, or a bowl of creamy chowder, we offer a diverse selection to charm your sense of taste.

We take pride in our warm and inviting atmosphere, where you can relax and enjoy your meal in the company of friends and family and where our attentive and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to ensure that your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional.

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Ann

Dined 2 days ago

We did not expect to find this gem in Spenard. The food is fresh and wonderful. There are many choices, and the flight of chowder is a great sampling of what is coming next! The staff is warm and knowledgeable about the menu items and it was served quickly. We would come back again! Five stars!

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4.5

4.5 (557)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Wasilla

About the restaurant

Everett’s Fine Dining celebrates chef-crafted local Alaskan cuisine featuring presentations of locally sourced farm products, fresh, line-caught seafood, inspired prime American beef complemented by one of the best chef teams in Alaska. Everett’s master mixologist serves traditional and creative cocktails, craft beers and wines from renowned vineyards across the country.

Everett’s Dining room with its lakefront location, on the beautiful shores of Lake Wasilla, overlooks the majestic mountains of the Chugach range. Everett's has earned guest acclaim for being one of Alaska’s Most Romantic Restaurants.

Pair your expertly crafted meal with a glass of equally fine wine. We serve innovative and classic cocktails, offer a diverse wine selection, locally crafted beers and utilize the highest quality ingredients possible.

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Gary

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

As far as my wife and I are concerned. Overall, Everits is the best restaurant in the Mat-Su Valley.

Rustic Goat

4.5

4.5 (574)

$31 to $50

European

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Warm & welcoming atmosphere, showcasing fresh Alaskan fare heavily influenced by French and Italian cuisine, served in an upscale yet approachable setting.
We also offer a wide variety of locally crafted Alaskan brews that rotate weekly.
Our menu changes seasonally with an emphasis on fresh, local products with specials offered most weekends.
We are located in the heart of the Turnagain area, just a walking distance from the beautiful views of Earthquake Park and Lyn Ary Park.

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Rodrigo

Dined on Dec 23, 2024

The service was excellent. The food was delicious.

Tent City Taphouse

4.5

4.5 (44)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Anchorage

About the restaurant

This modern Gastro Pub, situated in downtown, pays tribute to the humble origins of Anchorage, once known as Tent City. As a family-owned and operated establishment, we are dedicated to promoting local businesses while offering a welcoming and amiable environment. Expect excellent food, refreshing beer, and plenty of laughter.

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William

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

As always Tent City Taphouse is our go to place. Don’t let the name fool you. The food is way better than your typical taphouse bar food and the service is five star

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