Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Anchorage

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Anchorage? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Whisky & Ramen

4.8

4.8 (936)

$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.

Top review

JoannaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We always have a great time here! Tonight we had the special - an 8oz Japanese A5 NY strip. They presented it to us before cooking and said it would be ready in 3 to 5 minutes. It turned out what they really said was 35 minutes! It was worth the wait though. Apps were very good too (scotch ramen egg, cucumbers, hamachi crudo). We tried the tsukumen for the first time. Love the thicker noodles and the thicker dipping sauce. Overall another delicious dinner!

Glacier BrewHouse

4.7

4.7 (4819)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Anchorage

About the restaurant

You will know the moment you walk in that this is not your typical brew pub. The scent of the alder wood grill and wood fired oven, the energy of the sparking exhibition cooking line and the glow of the brewery delight your senses. The BrewHouse features rotisserie grilled meats, the freshest Alaskan seafood, brick oven pizza and award winning hand crafted ales. The BrewHouse is Anchorage’s downtown landmark restaurant-“Where Alaskans meet Alaskans”.

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Cindy

Dined 6 days ago

It is great as always. Love the Ahi and calamari and Blue salad.

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Popular dish

Original Peanut Butter Pie

Popular dish

Herb Crusted Alaska Halibut

Kinley's Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (1826)

$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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Brittany

Dined 1 day ago

everything we ate was delicious! excellent service!

Ginger

4.7

4.7 (1515)

$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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Olivia

Dined 5 days ago

It was a great spot for a date night. I’ve been there a few times with coworkers but the ambiance and atmosphere was perfect for a lowkey date with my partner. We ordered apps, a salad and our entrees, which one of them was a new dish that had rolled out same day. My partner really enjoyed it, and was asked for feedback. It is really nice to see a restaurant that engages in customer satisfaction like that. Overall will be back again!

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4.6

4.6 (6366)

$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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diane

Dined 4 days ago

Our dinner at Simon's was very good. It is still a nice dining experience. We have gone there for over 40 years. Asiago crusted halibut cheeks and the prime rib were as good as on previous visits.

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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.

Benihana - Anchorage, AK

4.4

4.4 (1652)

$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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Brittany

Dined 4 days ago

Great service! We were the only guests in the restaurant, as we had 10pm reservation. Kelly was our server and Tiffany was our chef. They didn't seem bothered by a late table, and didn't rush us out the door. 10/10 for a late dinner date

Canyon Steakhouse - McKinley Chalet Resort

4.4

4.4 (228)

$31 to $50

Steak

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Experience fine dining in the Alaska wilderness at McKinley Chalet Resort’s Canyon Steakhouse! Enjoy a variety of steak entrées, Alaskan seafood, delectable desserts and the finest selection of microbrews, signature cocktails and an extensive wine list.

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Rene

Dined on Sep 17, 2024

One of THE best filet’s we’ve had. Odd to pay $2/slice for bread. It’s usually included, but….considering the times. A definite must dine location if you’re in Denali.

Settlers Bay Lodge

4.1

4.1 (64)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Wasilla

About the restaurant

At its heart, our food and service are a center of community. We create the space for memories to be made from childhood to retirement and consider our community to be an extension of the Settlers Bay Lodge family. Memories can be made over dinner, or celebrating in one of our 3 banquet rooms!

Since 2021 Settlers Bay Lodge earned many awards such as ranking in the top 3 for Best; Restaurant, Appetizer, Seafood, Steak, Atmosphere, Company Party Venue, and Place to Go on a Date by the Frontiersman!

Executive Chef, Nathan Michaud has crafted a lovely menu that caters to many palettes. The crispy cajun calamari is a favorite, as well as the hand cut steaks with signature butter! Boasting an expansive wine, beer, whiskey, and cocktail menu a pairing can be made with any dish.

This casual fine dining experience comes with an Alaskan atmosphere adorned by brown bear, moose, caribou, and much more. Community member or traveler, we welcome you with warm hospitality and excellent service!

Top review

Michael

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Enjoyed our last visit. Exceptional service with regular but not too frequent check-ins from the wait staff. Meals prepared as requested. Will return again and again!

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Experience

Live Music with Jerry Wessling!

Experience

Live Music with Schaefer Mueller

Sullivan's Steakhouse - Anchorage

4.0

4 (2367)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Sullivan’s Steakhouse is a vibrant neighborhood American Steakhouse featuring the finest steaks & seafood, hand shaken martinis, & live music. We offer comfortable fine dining in a lively atmosphere. From the moment you step inside our lounge for drinks, appetizers or dinner, you will feel the energy and excitement provided by our professional team members. Sullivan’s serves the finest hand-selected steaks, fresh seafood, a wide selection of cravable appetizers, soups, salads and side dishes.

Top review

Merlene

Dined on Jan 8, 2025

Overall, great service. Food was well prepared. Oysters were very large. Bananas Foster - cake likely should have been warmed up. Steak was well prepared, as was mashed potatoes.

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