We actually don't come here enough. To be honest I think we venture here once a year as they are…read morethe only ones in town either authentic mu shu wraps that we use every Xmas for our Traditional Peking Duck dinner. They actually have very good prices on spices too. Much better than Sagaya or box grocery stores. The best they offer is homemade Kimchi. Oh so good and I need to remind myself go more often to at least get that kimchee.

I come here when I need wraps for my Peking Duck I make every Christmas. But on this occasion I…read morepicked up powdered spices I was out of Ginger Powder and man, I'm coming here for certain spices as they have an Indian Food area and the prices are banging as in LOW! Then I was passing by their Kimchi refrigerated cooler and I was like it's nearly all gone hmmm that means people must like it. So I grabbed a container! I usually get my Kimchi from Costco, but not anymore. After eating their Kimchee there's just no comparison. If you're into Asian and Indian foods I recommend coming here.

As far as butchers go, this place is pretty classy. They're kinda snobby- the kind of place i…read morewould expect to find in Seattle or NYC. But holy shit do they have the meats. Most impressively are their selection of bacon and sausage varieties and ground meat types. They also have a nice selection of locally made cured sausages and meats as well, such as prosciutto and prosciuttini. Some of their items are a little spendy, but its to be expected given our location, but other items, such as their 85/15% ground beef is CHEAPER than the grocery store. If that isn't incentive to shop there, I don't know what is.

Great selections and I love that they carry scrapple. Went in asked if they had it. They greeted…read morewith a smile and pointed me to the left and we talked about how we like to eat it. P

I don't stop in here nearly as often as I should but when I do I'm always reminded of how much I…read moreenjoy this little shop. There are just some days when I don't feel like making my own smoked salmon dip and those are the days I stop into this cute little place, that being said I really dig their smoked salmon dip. They also have an excellent selection of "tinned fish" if that's your thing (it's totally mine). All kinds of neat sauces and seasonings as well as a cold case where they carry a variety of their own cured meats. I also swing in here when I'm looking for a gift for someone that I don't know what to get, I'll find some cool candy or such. The staff is always super friendly and ready to assist (and give free tasty samples) from their cold case. Also a bonus for me, located in my favorite part of town Spenard!! *pro tip* Their salmon and sausage products are also sold across the state in grocery stores and even in Costco!!

Not only do they have a great selection of local meat/sausage and seafood, but also a great place…read moreto secure any German food (spaetzle/spätzle packs, rittersport chocolate, sauerkraut, pickles, etc...). Do you also need your game processed? They are a full stop shop to offer you that assistance.

Having been to Italy, Originale's is the closest restaurant that even compares to the taste of the…read moresandwiches made in Italy. I've had the Nonni and the Classic Piadina. Both are packed with flavor. Whether ordering in or ordering to go, keep in mind it takes quite a while--almost 10 to 15 mins--for the staff to make your sandwich, so I wouldn't recommend that you stop here in you're in a hurry because you're not going to get it out fast. In this case, call ahead about 30 mins or so if you're picking up. The prices are a little high, but it's worth the price for the quality of the food you're getting, which I can't say for most restaurants in the present era (2020s for those that are reading this in the 2030s and 2040s, if this platform still exists then lol!) Either way, the quality is HIGH and the flavor factor? HIGH! The Classic Piadina is very fresh tasting and comes with greens. It only comes in one size, so it's a little small for me. Still delicious! The Nonni is a pretty large sandwich, if you're getting the full sandwich. The onions combine with the meat enhances the flavors. The building that Originale is in presents itself as a very quaint and relaxed lunch spot with bright colors and large windows. It's a place you can go to sit and talk with friends. I look forward to trying more of their sandwiches.

I popped into Originale for a weekday lunch without ordering ahead and ended up with a bit of a…read morewait as it was fairly busy--but let me tell you, that sandwich was absolutely worth every minute. I went with the "Favorito," and let's just say, it instantly earned its name. The prosciutto cotto was pure-savory-bliss-melt-in-your-mouth good. And the focaccia- fresh, herby, and perfectly balanced in thickness. It hugged the fillings just right without stealing the show. Also, the tomatoes- I did not expect them to be so buttery and delicious. I may have paused mid-bite to appreciate them. Yes, I'm that person. As a die-hard cheese lover, the little bonus cube of cheese on the side felt like a tiny gift--like the sandwich was giving me a wink and saying, "Hey, I see you." Originale, I'll be back. Probably sooner than I should be.

Best handmade pasta I have ever had!…read more Saying I'm a pasta aficionado is a gross understatement. My answer to the "if you could only eat one thing..." question has been pasta, for as long as I could vocalize that word. I've made my own at home. I've bought artisan, hand-cut pastas at markets all over the western US. I've brought back pasta from Italy. Never have I been so delighted with unsauced pasta as the moment I discovered La Grassa. Karl and Rebecca are the husband and wife team behind LG. They met in culinary school and did an intensive in Italy together, and they are clearly a match made in gastronomic heaven. Their vegan ravioli options are particularly incredible. I fell in love with La Grassa for their golden beet and goat cheese, but it was the charred kale and white bean vegan ravioli that brought a tear to my eye and currently tops my list of favorites. Those don't tickle your fancy? Not to worry. Every week, they have hand-cut spinach and regular noodles in three different thicknesses, strozzapretti, at least two kinds of ravioli that rotate regularly, and usually at least one other option - potato gnocchi, parmesan and kale gnoccheti, or some other delightful surprise. Stop by the Wednesday Market at the Sears Mall and pick up some ravioli. $8 for 6 oz - usually 8 or 9 pieces. I rarely have life-changing food adventures, but this is one of them. Don't miss out.

I was so taken by this handmade pasta that I started a yelp page for it. After my husband and I…read morerecently attempted to make ravioli and fettuccini by hand, I gained a whole new respect for the stuff. It tastes better fresh but is definitely labor intensive and time consuming. The ravioli I got was perfectly stuffed with roasted golden beets, tart goat cheese, and almonds. I ate it with a simple improvised pesto made of olive oil and Italian seasonings and it was grrreeeat. I haven't tried the spinach tagliatelle yet but I assume it will be equally delicious. There are directions in the bag saying how long to boil each variety. The guy who sold the pasta was the owner/chef (with his fiancé) and was really nice and passionate about his pasta. I recommend everyone go get some, then turn around and buy a dozen macaroons at sweet caribou. I will definitely go back for seconds!

SO MUCH FUN. I love this store and would rec people who are visiting to come take a look around…read more The manager on duty today 4/29 bought my son a little treat just because and I was genuinely so surprised and grateful that he showed so much kindness to my son. ALL of the employees that we interacted with today were so funny and nice. such a great family place and a nice reminder that the world is filled with people who are kind. So blessed to have met all of you!

Life long Alaskan here. impression:…read moreNot a single employee seemed to enjoy life, or the job at hand. They were uninterested in navigating a little chitchat to help you find a meaningful gift. Grunting, and pointing without smiles. I found some boxed chocolates on my own. And although the venue was large, I didn't feel comfortable surfing products in such and unfriendly atmosphere. I did see some Alaska cards in a rack...., I saw the price and thought holy s#it....i can't afford this place.... So I just got the chocolates and left. Are the chocolates good? I have no idea they were gift.

After our meal at the Glacier Brewhouse next door, we wandered into Alaska Max. I hadn't planned on…read morebuying anything but realized they had the salmon roe I wanted to pick up for my parents that I didn't buy while in Ketchikan. I'm not sure if it was more expensive or not but I'm guessing that it was but it didn't matter because I needed to buy it. I also picked up a jar of jerk seasoning that my friend said was good but didn't check the expiration date. It expired in May 2019 when I bought it in August 2019. It's a shame they don't check their own inventory on the shelves for expired items. Oh well. Lesson learned. The cashier behind the counter was nice but she balked at our choice of ice cream place that we mentioned we were headed to. She said her spot was better but we weren't going that way. Different strokes for different folks.

This is a cute little kitchen gadget and condiment shop inside the little shopping mall where…read moreGlacier Brewhouse is located. It's overpriced, of course. And it's filled with numerous needless gadgets. But it also has some good Alaska souvenirs for folks who like to eat. Multiple types of syrups and jams, for example, as well as fudge and other items with an Alaska twist. The tiniest bottle of blueberry syrup, the tiniest jar of salmonberry jam, and a bottle of hot BBQ sauce cost me approx. $35. So again, definitely overpriced. But it's conveniently located and enables you to not go home empty-handed.

Best place to work in Alaska. The employees at Linford go the extra mile to serve their customersread more

A place for all your food supply needs they carry a huge variety of syrups for coffee and…read moreeverything you'd need to run a coffee shop, they also carry specialty cheeses and tons of flours! Alaskan business that stays true and fare to Alaskans! Pretty much if you own a restaurant or order for one Linfords is the place to go!

Quite possibly the best hot dogs I've ever eatten. Will be back to try everything on the menu.read more

Very friendly service and there's combos are yummy! I got a seattle dog with onion rings and the…read moreonion rings had a delicious batter taste. Definitely would recommend!

This place is good. Highly recommend reservations. They leave space for walk ins but when we walked…read morein it looked like a considerable wait. Had the Dark Horse, Wagyu tartare, pickles, and the crudo. All fantastic. Extensive whisky list as well, with a ton of Japanese whiskies. Good date spot too!

A girlfriend and I stopped in for dinner at 5.30 reservation, and down the steps we went to the…read moredarkened bar area. Nice and cozy. We started with bao buns, or whisky pork buns, which is one of her birthday dinner requests. I got the Dark Horse ramen and she the Business Lounge ramen. We both liked our ramen, and I think I'd get a ramen with a peanut sesame base next time, but found it a bit rich for the wallet. Still, great service and taste. We got the Chocolate Birthday Cake for dessert and they topped it with a cute candle. Lastly, whiskey spelled without the "e" is Scottish, which is what I learned in Scotland, and with the "e" in Ireland. Also, during Pangaea 4 continents had been merged and when split left 4 types of peat, which is why Scottish whisky is so sought after. I've been schooled about Japanese whisky, but when in Anchorage you can get it one of the whiskys at Ginger. Had my sister try on of the Japanese whiskeys in Scotland as part of her flight. It's a must try. I will come again, and will enjoy it, but just kinda squint at the cost...