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ORSO, Anchorage, AK

ORSO

4.5 (2777)
$31 to $50
Seafood
737 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Italian, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (907) 222-3232
  • Website
    http://www.orsoalaska.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jerald McCrorey
  • Private party facilities
    ORSO specializes in parties of all sizes – from an intimate dinner of 8 to a private dinner of 50 guests and everything in between. Your party can include a pre-dinner wine and appetizer hour, as well as a personalized version of our current large party menu.
  • Location
    737 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
  • Neighborhood
    Anchorage
  • Cross street
    G street and 5th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street and in several nearby public parking lots.
  • Public transit
    We are one block from the 6th avenue transit center.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 2,777 people are saying

ORSO reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Anchorage / Alaska

    Great for fine wines

  • Anchorage / Alaska

    Romantic

  • Anchorage / Alaska

    Most Booked

  • Anchorage

    Great for fine wines

  • Anchorage

    Romantic

  • Anchorage

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ORSO offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "great service" and a "cozy atmosphere." Guests often highlight the "delicious food" and commend the staff's attentiveness. While some reviews mention delays in service, the overall consensus praises the quality of dishes, especially the seafood and desserts, making it a recommended spot for both locals and visitors.

2,777 Reviews

  1. Billy

    Chicago7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    While the service was outstanding, it took quite a while to get our food. The cost of the meals was a bit on the high side but not terribly so.

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  2. Wesley

    Anchorage1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great but... wish our drinks could've came out faster. My brother and I were waiting for our beers, and the appetizer almost arrived before our drinks we ordered.

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  3. Thom

    Anchorage7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was very attentive. Our food was plentiful and very good. I'll dine there again with my very special wife.

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  4. Rojda

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great. I don’t have much else to say.

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  5. Tony

    Anchorage1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The main dish was AMAZING. We got two appetizers and they were just ok for our palate. The pistachio cake was AMAZING. 

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  6. MichaelMichael

    Anchorage1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a great experience at ORSOs. Love the food and workers.

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  7. Anna

    Fort Lauderdale13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Waited really long time to order and then for the food. We ordered king crab legs and ribeye. Ribeye was charred and not good. The mashed potatoes were great. Dessert was ok. We ordered the tiramisu and pistachio cake. They were alright. Would not be back.

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  8. Dan

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner at ORSO was wonderful. We enjoyed the halibut, caprese salad and crab cakes. David was our server and was friendly and efficient, assisted us by decanting our wine and timing courses perfectly. I highly recommend Orso for their food and service. We will come again whenever in Anchorage.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Anchorage1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, but the heated toilet seat is to die for!

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  10. Carol VIP

    Boise12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The choices were abundant. It was difficult to choose. I love my steak and seafood, so I decided on the Ribeye with the crab stuffed shrimp. It was delicious! The staff was great, and Dayton was extremely friendly. I look forward to returning to try something different.

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FAQs

ORSO is rated 4.5 stars by 2777 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for ORSO

737 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501

Additional information

  • Cross street
    G street and 5th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Anchorage
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Italian, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street and in several nearby public parking lots.
  • Public transit
    We are one block from the 6th avenue transit center.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jerald McCrorey
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.orsoalaska.com/
  • Phone number
    (907) 222-3232
  • Private party facilities
    ORSO specializes in parties of all sizes – from an intimate dinner of 8 to a private dinner of 50 guests and everything in between. Your party can include a pre-dinner wine and appetizer hour, as well as a personalized version of our current large party menu.
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