Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Anchorage

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Southside Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1711)

$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

OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

Everything was lovely and they were very accommodating.

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4.9

4.9 (1990)

$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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Randy

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

We had a 4 top and orders were spread throughout the menu.. All the Meal were outstanding. Love the Black cod dish.. Friendly staff, great wine selections. highly recommend Kincaid Grill..

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4.8

4.8 (851)

$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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Melinda

Dined 1 day ago

The food was very good, drinks small but well made. It was a wonderful experience! Can’t wait to go again!

Jens' Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1620)

$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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David

Dined 5 days ago

Jen’s is a hidden gem! It is our absolute favorite!

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Popular dish

Carrot Cake

Popular dish

Calamari a la Picatta

Crow's Nest - Hotel Captain Cook

4.7

4.7 (2179)

$31 to $50

American

Anchorage

About the restaurant

Innovative French and New American cuisine, paired with an outstanding selection of over 10,000 bottles of wine. 360 degree views of downtown Anchorage, Chugach Mountain Range and Cook Inlet. Experience Alaska’s finest, at the Hotel Captain Cook. Dining room is reserved for guest who want the full dining experience. Our bar and lounge offers open seating for guests. All guests for be of 16 years or older to dine in our bar and lounge.

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David

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful menu option. All 5 courses were superb. If you afford this, it is a great place for a fantastic dinner

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4.6

4.6 (6262)

$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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Saige

Dined 4 days ago

The last several visits prior to this one were definitely hit or miss. But this time everything from the hostess, waiter, cleanliness of the restaurant, the manager , and the food were all outstanding. We will definitely be eating here again in the future

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4.6

4.6 (2746)

$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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Linda

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Great place to eat. Food was fantastic. Thee best lamb dish I have ever had

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Popular dish

ORSO osso buco

Popular dish

crab stuffed white shrimp

Alaska Chopped & Chowdered

4.5

4.5 (194)

$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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Lynette

Dined 1 day ago

the flight of chowders was spectacular and the poached halibut sweet and tender

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4.3

4.3 (553)

$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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Annvip

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

Great food and view . Will come again. Halibut was the best.

Benihana - Anchorage, AK

4.2

4.2 (1619)

$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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Brian

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Our chef, Bradley, was super friendly and fun. And our server was super awesome. I can’t recall her name, but she was a star and had fun with our table. Made our son’s birthday night a success.

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