Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Anchorage / Alaska

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Southside Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1735)

$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.

Top review

DavidVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, consistent— we’ve been dining at Southside Bistro for decades

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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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Matthew

Dined 4 days ago

Everyone was amazing! The food was beyond spectacular! The BEST place in town to get food.

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4.9

4.9 (1640)

$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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Jessica

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Best restaurant in town. Consistent, fantastic food.

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Popular dish

Carrot Cake

Popular dish

Calamari a la Picatta

Whisky & Ramen

4.8

4.8 (921)

$30 and under

Japanese

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Please note: If you'd like to be seated at our Ramen Counter or Whisky Bar, please add a reservation note or tag when booking.

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Mark

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and Alex did a great job as our waiter. Provided items we asked for in a timely manner and as my wife said, he was there when we needed him and not hovering.

Kinley's Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (1820)

$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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kevin

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great time here. Food is amazing! We had the Calamari and Brie as apps and then the table has filet mignons, roasted duck and halibut cheeks. All of the meals were cooked perfect and they really know their sauces. Only negative thought was that it was a busy night and it was a little loud.

Ginger

4.7

4.7 (1513)

$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 3 days ago

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 (258)

$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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lorraine

Dined 2 days ago

Nice lunch, friendly server, good ambiance. food was very good, but the service was slow. speed up the service and it would be excellent!

ORSO

4.4

4.4 (2781)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Alaskan, warm, inviting, innovative, a menu full of surprises, unbelievable wine list, great cocktails, are common phrases used by our guests to describe ORSO. We feature the freshest ingredients available, Alaskan whenever possible- fresh Alaskan seafood, fresh local pasta, and local produce when in season. ORSO’s outstanding service, bold menu, classic cocktails combined with a wine list that has received the “award of excellence” from the Wine Spectator for five years is why ORSO is the “Place to be” for Anchorage dinning.

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Terry

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Hadn't been to Orso in awhile and was pleasantly surprised. It was nice to see a fairly wide variety of Alaska seafood on the menu. One would think that would be fairly common for restaurants in Anchorage, but sadly it is not of late. It was also nice to see a refresh of the house cocktail offerings. All in all it was a pleasant evening of good food and service!

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Popular dish

ORSO osso buco

Popular dish

crab stuffed white shrimp

Benihana - Anchorage, AK

4.3

4.3 (1644)

$30 and under

Japanese

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Bill

Dined 1 day ago

Great service and good food. Had a great time!!!!!

Alpenglow Restaurant

3.5

3.5 (47)

$31 to $50

American

McKinley Park

About the restaurant

Elevate your culinary journey at Alpenglow, where breathtaking mountain vistas meet impeccable service. Delight in fresh seafood, succulent steaks, and exquisite poultry dishes prepared to perfection. Our extensive wine list and crafted cocktails complement every meal.

Begin your day with a sumptuous breakfast buffet, featuring favorites like smoked salmon, setting the tone for an adventure-filled day. Lunch and dinner service continue the culinary excellence. Our courteous and attentive staff ensures each visit is a memorable one.

Join us at Alpenglow and savor more than just a meal – savor the epic views and unforgettable dining moments.

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GigiVIP

Dined on 11 Sept 2024

Restaurant was convenient since we stayed in the same hotel. We just ate a different menu item each night. Food were all delicious - salmon, chicken, steak and house salad. The grape tomatoes were so sweet and juicy. I can’t believe they can get them that fresh at this location in Alaska late in the fall season. Service was excellent. I loved the idea of hiring students with some from other parts of the world. They were friendly, polite and appreciative for the opportunity to visit the US. And the views from this place is spectacular.

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