This charter was tied for our favorite activity during our trip to Alaska. It was a bit…read morenerve-provoking given how windy the weather was but the captain assured us that we'd be safe, and she was right. There were no issues and it was a smooth ride. The beautiful scenery and periodic wildlife were amazing. I think the best moment was stopping off at a beach at low tide where numerous large pieces of ice from a glacier were sitting on shore. Just something I never imagined experiencing. The crew were awesome and friendly and you can't beat free snacks, tea, and hot chocolate on the boat. Definitely an adventure you should incorporate in any trip to Alaska.

We had the best time on the winter tour! The ladies were fantastic captains and guides, and we saw…read moreso many cool animals and glaciers while getting free snack and drinks on board! I wi definitely be back for a tour in the summer, they are a must!!

Didn't taste chocolate in the chocolate babka. Was dry and had a burned note. Cinnamon babka had…read moremuch more flavor, and was less dry. Others in my party ordered scones and muffins, and we're raving about them. But I can only rate what I had

Cute little coffee shop! Line seemed to take forever but at least the baristas were friendly. Got a…read morechai, pretty decent

Google Maps and fate led us to the Grind. My husband and I were headed up to Wasilla from Seward…read moreand decided to make a pit stop in Girdwood. I typed "coffee" into Google Maps and The Grind was the first place listed. We pulled up and didn't expect much to be honest. Once inside, we ordered two coffees and proceeded to have one of the most genuine and refreshing interactions with the owner Gator and barista Jeff. The coffee was delicious and the good company was even better. We could have hung out there all day. Now that I've read other Yelp reviews, I'm glad to see that we are not alone in our positive experience. I hope this business thrives indefinitely.

Love the vibe of this little place. Very quirky with souvenirs and trinkets you won't find…read moreelsewhere. Limited seating. Fast, friendly service. Standard coffee house menu, but with waffles!

We came on a Saturday at about 10:30am they had a big sign that said no bagels. We did grab a bag…read moreof day old sourdough bagels for maybe $5 and a be mochi donut for $5? I paid $10 total. I didn't care for the donut. I've only had a few mochi donuts but I like the small petal ones because it breaks up the mochi. This donut was like one huge glob. Also not sure if it was GF or not. Not very clear. They had almost nothing else to offer besides a few kinds of mochi donuts and a chocolate cupcake. No other breads.

What a great bakery this is! Their bread and sourdough Bagels are so good. They also have a variety…read moreof mini pies and other goodies. The location is great and the backery has a sit-down area with a modern look. The owner and her staff are great and so helpful if you have questions!

I'm so glad to start off 2025 with a great recommendation. Located downtown Anchorage in Williwaw…read moreSocial, so it has a decent amount of bar stools and I remember one table with four chairs for seating. The bagel of choosing was the 'Pick Me', a steamed everything bagel topped with bacon, ham, sausage, egg, and pepper jack. I decided to add some pepper jelly on the side and it was delicious ‍. From the first bite of the soft bagel, all of the flavors complemented the next one. I recently found out about this gem from an ADN article. I can't wait to try the other bagel options!

This is a food truck (formerly a lot of trucks including Melt and Smashed) , now it is named 907…read morebagel and they are stationed a lot at Magnetic North brewery but they are venturing out-check their Facebook for whereabouts. We found them at APU on April 20th for a craft fair. They steam their own bagels and have a variety of flavors including plain, everything, onion, sesame, GF, and a sweet rotating option usually blueberry. I got the Barefoot breakfast bagel, overall it was pretty good. Very very messy since the cream cheese was warm and melted everywhere. The bagel was chewy and I was able to get an everything instead of the onion bagel it came with. You can pretty much choose which bagel you want with what sandwich. I picked off the onion even though there wasn't that much, and the tomato slice I got still had the sticker on it, which was bad quality control on their part . The banana pepper added a sweet yet tangy taste, not much cheddar on it, more peppers and banana peppers. It was very good, but again messy. We also got tots which honestly seemed like they were not frozen they were soft yet crunchy. A little spendy at almost $15 each give or take a few bucks. They are not huge bagels but stuffed with a lot of fillings.

Another fabulous Spenard gem!! I've driven by here hundreds…read moreof times, I've seen the "Bagel-Bagel-Bagel" sign out front but I've never stopped in......until TODAY! I'm not a huge bagel eater but every now and then I get a real craving for a REAL delicious bagel, and I usually just let it slide and wish we had great bagels in Anchorage. Today I was feeling determined and used the old "YELP" machine and searched for fresh bagels near me and up popped Wooden Spoons. Pleasantly surprised it's just a hop skip and jump away from my abode I set off on a bagel mission. The store is super cute and has stair AND ramp access so accessibility is spot on, easy to park as well. They have a variety of bagels and spreads as well as bagel sandwiches all at what I would consider a great price point for fresh bagels in Alaska!! I took home an Asiago and a Nordic bagel as well as a Dill Pickle cream cheese spread. The bagels were spot on, great flavor and amazing texture. I tried the pickle dip on its own and the flavor and consistency was perfect, but I did add some of my own smoked salmon to the spread to make a dill and smoked salmon spread and it turned out amazing. If you don't have your own smoked salmon they DO have a salmon spread you can buy and it looked super yummy as well. They also have day olds in the freezer, I did grab a bag of those to take up to the cabin and stick in the freezer up there so I'm stoked for that!! Last but not least the customer service was fantastic, and super friendly.

So glad Anchorage has a bagel place in town! They're aren't "perfect", but they're damn close…read more Obligatory high standard for NYC/WPB bagel opinions bleed over, so trust me when I say you need to get over to Wooden Spoon. I went here twice in one week because I couldn't get enough. They also make delicious homemade schmears with the garlic one being my favorite, it pairs perfectly with the onion bagel. Service is great, local, a labor of love, can't wait to make my next bagel run and maybe try a breakfast sandwich this time! Bagel bagel bagel!

One of my favorite bakeries I look forward to going to when I visit Anchorage. The variety of…read morepastries breads, soups and sandwich they have always look mouthwatering. It's just a cute place to vibe at and be around the community.There is a coffee shop, plant shop, juice shop and small market in the same building which makes it worth the stop. The seasonal ginger bread chia tea from the coffee shop is like Christmas in your mouth. The turkey sandwich is like thanksgiving with cranberry sauce and pecans. The sweet potato burban cupcake was actually to die for. The cake was moist with a carm filling of pecans and bourbon topped with a light cream cheese frosting. I'm never disappointed with fire island. A jem in anchorage.

- breakfast focaccia with sausage: a bit on the bland side, it's missing something. Maybe a pesto…read moreor red pepper sauce. The sausage was good though, and a bit salty, which might have balanced the seasoning in this item but the chunks were too few and big to be balanced. - messy egg salad sandwich: a lot of dill, heavy on the pickled flavor, and good red onion crunch. This was just ok. It looked better than it tasted, unless you're a fan of dill. Mainly got this sandwich to try their bread but the bread was an afterthought. - maple rhubarb muffin: hard pass. Can't taste the rhubarb and barely any maple. The bottom also was more burnt than anything. It seems they may have over mixed their batter, muffin didn't have a tender crumb.

Oh Benji's, its a good thing I dont live closer or I'd be a human whale. We were on the South-sh…read moreside of town toward the end of the day and I knew full well that Benji's would be sold out if everything, but I decided to take a chance. I was right, as I walked in they sold the very last thing of what I wanted. But gosh am I glad- it forced me to try something new. I didnt take a picture because it was so cold out and my hands were frozen, but it was a beautiful, elongated bakery treat. It had lovely purple Ube cream and touch of oreo crumbs on top, the base was essential much like a flat cruller, but if higher quality. It was sensational! I bought my husband something that looked lower carb that had coffee cream that also enjoyed. I got my husband custom cold jasmine sugar free tea, and I got a frosty honeydew melon drink. It was a little spendy, but its nice to have a treat one on a while.

I stopped by Benji's Bakery & Café in Anchorage for the first time and tried a few things. The Ube…read moreCroffle was the standout -- it was so delicious! It's like a croissant baked in a waffle form, but a bit denser than a regular croissant. What really made it special was the Ube cream -- a light, buttery frosting that wasn't too sweet. Easily a 10/10 for me. I also ordered the Ube Cruffin, which had that same croissant-like texture in a muffin shape. The inside had a light cream filling, and the top was covered with the same Ube cream. It was good, but not quite as amazing as the Croffle -- 7/10. The Ham Banh Mi was tasty and filling (6/10), and the Boba Milk Tea was decent too (6/10). Oh and I got to taste their smoked salmon chowder that my friend ordered. Very good flavor, body, and richness (8/10). Everything I had was good but nothing that was as memorable as the Ube Croffle, but it wasn't cheap -- I spent a total $32 for a sandwich, drink and 2 pastries. Then again, prices in Alaska tend to be higher in general. Overall, even though I've only been once, I'd definitely come back for that Ube Croffle -- it was the real highlight!

best restaurant in girlwood :) (in order of…read morerecommendations) - clams - pork - bouillabaisse - shrimp and grits - scallops everything was incredible and Jody with a Y was the best server in the world

Spoonline Bistro will go down in history as the best restaurant in Girdwood, Alaska, and possibly…read morethe entire world. They should remain a staple in Girdwood and WILL remain a staple in our hearts. Jodie provided amazing service throughout the night to our group of 9. Thank you, Jodie. Jodie's charm and care was a highlight not just of the night, but of our entire time in Alaska. Thank you for a delightful evening with memories to cherish. Ps. -The espresso crème brûlée was the smoothest, most delicate dessert I've had in years. We ordered all the desserts they had and not a single one of them missed the mark. -"Must dine at Spoonline. PERIOD" -a memory to last a lifetime. THANK YOU JODIE AND TEAM. It is not often that you bring together a large group of foodies who delight in every single dish that is brought out. Spoonline is a place that satisfies all pallets and warms our bellies and hearts.

I walked in right before closing, and they were pretty much sold out of everything. Was lucky…read moreenough to snag 2 packs of the smoked salmon (apparently his best work to date) and a tub of the black cod schmear. Everything was INCREDIBLE. Honestly the best schmear and smoked salmon I've ever had in my life. The owner clearly knows what he's doing. If you're on the fence about swinging by, this place is definitely worth the drive!

JIM IS YOUR SMOKED FISH GUY! Please make sure to stop here when leaving Seward and take a good…read moreamount home. He knows his product like the back of his hand, is very personable and accommodating to busy travelers. We hadn't checked into our hotel yet after stopping by to know if we had a fridge for storage, gave us his card to text him the next day when we would be by in the AM. For someone who's assisted NYC and Chicago restaurants in securing Zagat and other awards for certain dishes containing his product, he still very much is a local and kind guy. We left with 2 lbs of smoked fish (salmon and cod) and a spread. He also said he ships, we will definitely be going that route once we finish everything. Absolute must!!!