Foraker Restaurant - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

4.4

77 Reviews

$50 and over

American

Charming
Great for scenic views
Fancy

Foraker Restaurant offers an exquisite menu featuring of wild Alaska seafood and game, along with a dash of elegance. It’s the perfect setting for a fine dining experience while taking in panoramic views of Denali and the Alaska Range.

It has all the flare of big city dining without the dress code. Instead, you’ll find amazing Alaska cuisine, top notch service, and an award-winning wine list. Enjoy dining in a quiet and intimate atmosphere while taking in unobstructed views of the Three Rivers, Denali and the Alaska Range.

Our culinary creations have been featured on the Food Network, and we are honored to have received Wine Spectator's “Award of Excellence” every year for the past decade.

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This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(907) 733-9500
Website
https://www.alaskacollection.com/lodging/talkeetna-alaskan-lodge/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Inquire about private events.Events@talkeetnaalaskanlodge.com

Location
23601 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676
Area
Talkeetna
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Seafood ChowderUS$11.00
Soup du JourUS$10.00
Little Gem Salad US$13.00
Spring Onion, Breakfast Radish, Mint, Pecorino, Lemon Cream Dressing
Caesar SaladUS$13.00
Romaine, Parmesan Crisps, Roasted Tomato, White Anchovies, Herb Crouton Crumble, Caesar Dressing
Beet TrioUS$16.00
Roasted Beets, Beet Goat Cheese, Beet Granola, Arugula, Citrus Vinaigrette

Appetizers

Beet HummusUS$21.00
Cucumber and Tomato Salsa, Smoked Feta Cheese, Fried Chickpeas, Crostinis
Bison TartareUS$29.00
Capers, Shallots, Curred Egg Yolk, Sesame Soy, Truffle Aioli, Parmesan Crisps, Crostini
Scallop CrudoUS$22.00
Alaska Weathervane Scallops, Pistachio, Red Pepper, Alaskan Sea Salt, Citrus Dressing
Steamed MusselsUS$24.00
Steamed Fresh Blue Mussels, Indian Valley Elk Sausage, Red Onion, Spinach, Aleppo Pepper, Garlic Tomato & White Wine Broth, Rustic Bread
Harvest BoardUS$29.00
Chef Selected Artisan Cheeses, Alaska Charcuterie, Crostini's, Cornichons, Mixed Nuts, Lingonberry Jam

Entrées

ScallopsUS$39.00
Alaskan Weathervane Scallops, Parsnip Puree, Roasted Mushrooms, Charred Scallion Salsa Verde, Sweet Pea Syrup
HalibutUS$42.00
Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut, Sweet Corn Emulsion, Succotash, Swish Chard
Wild Alaska Salmon*US$36.00
Grilled Wild Alaskan Salmon, Pearl Couscous, Summer Squash, Red Pepper, Redbor Kale, Citrus Butter Sauce.
Crab RisottoUS$32.00
Crab, Carnaroli Rice, Pea, Tomato, Caramelized Leeks
Acorn Squash CurryUS$32.00
Golden Coconut Curry, Adzuki Bean, Swiss Chard, Pickled Onion, Spiced Walnuts, Steamed Rice
StriploinUS$55.00
16oz Char Grilled Prime Angus Beef Striploin, Basted Potato, Sauteed Greens, Carrot Carmel, Watercress Butter
Grilled Pork ChopUS$36.00
14oz Salmon Creek Farms Double Bone-In Pork Chop, Fennel Puree, Sweet Potato Pave
Alaska Black CodUS$36.00
Pan Seared Alaskan Black Cod, Mushroom Dashi Broth, Redbor Kale, Pickled Enoki Mushrooms
Red King CrabUS$149.00
Butter Poached 1lb Alaska Red King Crab Legs, Pearl Couscous, Pattypan Squash, Red Bell Pepper, Redbor Kale, Served with Grilled Lemon & Drawn Butter

What 77 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Anchorage / Alaska
Great for scenic views
Anchorage
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Foraker Restaurant at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge offers "spectacular views" of Denali, making it a must-visit for scenery lovers. The service is often praised as "superb" and "outstanding," while the wine list is "excellent." Although the food quality is mixed, dishes like Alaskan black cod and scallops receive positive nods.

77 Reviews

S
Sue
VIP
Anchorage
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Soup arrived cold, but they were prompt to heat it and return to our table. Only two tables occupied so would have expected more attention from server but overall a very enjoyable meal in a wonderful setting.
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Joe
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice restaurant, good food, prices are not bad for a tourist lodge.
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Diane
Grand Rapids
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 28 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was great and our food was very good. We had Halibut and were not disappointed. We had a reservations and got in right away.
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callawaybob
Cincinnati
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on 28 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Over priced terrible food and service was even worse - halibut was very dry - never saw a manager - when asked for sauce they brought lemons- awful
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 27 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unfortunately we only had one night at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge during our Alaska vacation, but we made the most of it by having dinner at Foraker Restaurant. The food was delicious and the wine list extensive. All our dishes, from appetizers to desert were top notch, clearly prepared by a team of skilled chefs. Highly recommended!
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Connie
Anchorage
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Got the seared halibut and it was perfect. Icing on the evening-had a beautiful view of Denali. If we’re lucky enough to be in Talkneeta we will definitely stop here
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Janet
Oklahoma City
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Please revise your acorn squash curry. It had pickled onions in it which was very odd. That is reason for the 3 stars on the food. The scallops were delicious. My husband’s meal was wonderful. The waitstaff were friendly and attentive. The view is breathtaking. We were also served coffee by the host of Foraker the next morning. His second job is at the coffee shop in town. The staff are very hard workers and appreciate the opportunity to have jobs for the summer.
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Felicia
New York City
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on 23 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The chef went out of her/his way to create a delicious meal for my allergy issues.
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Steve
E. Tennessee
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 22 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were seated just as another table of four was seated. Same waiter. We ordered soup to start as did the other table. It cam out barely warm. Seafood Chowder needs to be hot. The other tabe sent theirs back. We decided to tough it out and it got tougher as it cooled off more. My complaint is I told the waiter that ours was the same and he didn't offer to take our bowls as well. That was wrong. I think they just nuked the other tables bowls which is almost ok but they should have comped us our soup. The rest of the meal was hot and good. Not sure what the standard procedure is for this but he should have asked. I have to blame it on a new hire and was unsure what the protocol was.
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Sam
Anchorage
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 21 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The highlight of the meal was the personable young man who filled our water glasses when we arrived. Otherwise, the entire service experience (other than regular water glass refills) was poor, particularly given the price level of the restaurant. The appetizer was a scallop crudo which was not appealing. When my wife's crab risotto finally arrived, the cold crab was placed on top of risotto that had a texture that was crunchy rather than creamy. The kitchen solution was apparently to microwave the crab with the cold risotto not addressed. Similarly, my thick-cut pork chop was burned and not tender. I realize that this is a resort restaurant but our expectations were higher for a meal that cost around $250 with beverages. Maybe they need to do some retraining of their staff. Sorry to not have more positive things to say.
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FAQs

Foraker Restaurant - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge is rated 4.4 stars by 77 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

Google Map for Foraker Restaurant - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

23601 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676

Additional information

Area
Talkeetna
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://www.alaskacollection.com/lodging/talkeetna-alaskan-lodge/
Phone number
(907) 733-9500
Private party facilities
Inquire about private events.Events@talkeetnaalaskanlodge.com

Foraker Restaurant - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

Not bookable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Menu

Soups & Salads

Seafood ChowderUS$11.00

Soup du JourUS$10.00

Little Gem Salad US$13.00

Caesar SaladUS$13.00

Beet TrioUS$16.00

Appetizers

Beet HummusUS$21.00

Bison TartareUS$29.00

Scallop CrudoUS$22.00

Steamed MusselsUS$24.00

Harvest BoardUS$29.00

Entrées

ScallopsUS$39.00

HalibutUS$42.00

Wild Alaska Salmon*US$36.00

Crab RisottoUS$32.00

Acorn Squash CurryUS$32.00

StriploinUS$55.00

Grilled Pork ChopUS$36.00

Alaska Black CodUS$36.00

Red King CrabUS$149.00

What 77 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

How is Foraker Restaurant - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge restaurant rated?

Is Foraker Restaurant - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge currently accepting bookings?

Not bookable

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