First time here and this place didn't disappoint. Called to confirm I could get a seat and the bar was full. They had one smaller table I was able to sit at the bar area. I do travel a lot and try to eat at some nice places. This one I would recommend to everyone and make a reservation if you want to enjoy. I had pork belly appetizer amazing and the king crab mac and cheese the best I've ever had hands down. Kerry was great and service was great. read more

Altura Bistro - Red King Crab Mac and Cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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We chose Altura for a rare date night and decided to splurge, ordering the $138 Wagyu ribeye, lobster bisque, yellowfin tuna collar, wine, and cocktails. Unfortunately, for the price point and reputation, the experience was incredibly disappointing. We had a 9 p.m. reservation, and the restaurant was very quiet by then--maybe three occupied tables. Since we were sharing everything, we told our server to bring dishes out whenever they were ready. About 20 minutes later, the lobster bisque arrived lukewarm, followed by our wine. The soup itself was delicious, so we shrugged it off. Things happen. Unfortunately, it continued from there. Our entrées didn't arrive for another 40 mins or so. The tuna collar was also lukewarm and overwhelmingly salty, as was the salad served with it, so nothing to balance it. The Wagyu ribeye--the $138 centerpiece of our meal--was not medium rare as ordered and was so heavily salted that neither of us could enjoy it. My partner managed about a quarter of it, and I had a few bites before we finally gave up. We respectfully explained our disappointment to our server. She was courteous and offered to bring us something else, which we appreciated, but after waiting nearly an hour for our entrées, it was closer to 11pm and we simply didn't want to start the process over again. What surprised us most was that there really wasn't any response beyond the offer to order something different. No manager came by, no acknowledgment was made regarding the largely uneaten $138 steak, and there seemed to be little concern that multiple dishes had arrived lukewarm and excessively salted. Having spent 15 years working in customer service at various levels of dining, I completely understand that kitchens have off nights and mistakes happen. I also know it's uncomfortable for guests to speak up--we certainly weren't looking for a free meal. But at this price point, when a guest respectfully tells you that multiple dishes were problematic and leaves most of an expensive entrée uneaten, I would expect some acknowledgment or effort to make the experience right. We went into the evening excited to spend the money and enjoy a special meal together. Unfortunately, the food, timing, and response to our concerns simply didn't match the level of dining or price point we expected from Altura. read more

Found this hidden gem and wished we lived in Anchorage to visit regularly. The house-made fresh bread and accompanying scallion butter will be on my mind frequently. The entrees of Black Cod and King Salmon were equally delicious and so fresh. The accompanying sauces were perfection, adding interest without overpowering the dish. The flourless chocolate cake was a perfect sweet ending to a meal that we won't forget anytime soon. If you are in Anchorage, stop by! read more

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**Altura Bistro was a great dining experience with some standout dishes.** We started with the bone marrow, which was just okay. The mushrooms with vinaigrette threw me off, and I wasn't a fan of the crispy bread it was served with. Luckily, the warm sourdough bread that came out separately really came in clutch--fresh and comforting. The pork belly was a highlight. It had the perfect balance of fat, crispiness, and meaty richness--everything you'd want in a pork belly dish. The red curry was amazing--super flavorful with just the right amount of heat. The king crab legs were another win. The Cajun seasoning was bold but not overpowering. Honestly, some of the best I've had in Alaska so far. We finished with the pear dessert, and it was heavenly. The texture of the pear was spot on--not too soft, not too firm. The creamy custard and cookie crumble paired beautifully with the spiced pear flavors. **Definitely a spot to add to your foodie list!** read more

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I picked up the cheeseburger for lunch. I wanted to love it but it was quite salty. It was a little hard to discern the flavors. I couldn't even tell there was cheese. The meat was cooked to a perfect medium and the veggies were fresh. It came with a side of chips which were freshly fried. There were several chips that were aggressively salted so I couldn't really enjoy those either. I'm not sure that I would enjoy any of the weekly special burgers if the salt levels aren't fixed. I might try again in a few months. So disappointing compared to dinner. read more

When I saw Altura was offering their scallion Mac nut crusted Alaskan White King Salmon with a ginger coconut broth, I came here in less than a week for our first dinner in Alaska. It was so good, I wish I got my own order instead of just a bite since I couldn't share the Kodiak Scallops with my shellfish intolerant hubby. The scallops were unfortunately way too salty so wasn't sure if it was salted twice. The cambozola and roasted garlic starter and newly added peach and burrata salad was perfectly balanced in flavors that made me liked accompaniments like parsley purée and mint pesto that I otherwise wouldn't. Even though it was still sunny and warm upon leaving at 9pm, someone needed a nap after eating all that to be awake for the 11:41pm sunset at Point Woronzof and that midnight sun. read more

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One of my absolute favorite restaurants in Anchorage! Had the filet and it was perfect. Food here is next level, the servers are lovely. All around a great place for an elevated food experience. read more

Was excellent !!! Wine and Fish were top notch !! Black Cod and an Oregon Pinot Noir. read more

What a delightful dinner with impeccable service by Kerry! On tonight's menu: Cambozola and Roasted Garlic Appetizer Heirloom Tomato salad Sweet Prawn Bisque Halibut Filet Mignon Chicken Confit Followed by a finish of Coconut sorbet and White Peach sorbet Accompanied by: Local pilsner Jeio Prosecco 2021 Gravel Bar Cabernet Savignon Iced Tea read more

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Split a cheese burger with my wife I couldn't finish my 1/2, started spitting it out, didn't finish it Over salted for sure Pickles were over powering, but not over the salt Couldn't tell it had cheese I'll try the Mexican place next door next time read more

Thank you so much for seating us at 8:55 when you guys close at 9pm first of all. I hate being that guy, but I couldn't fit in another time sadly. Now this dining experience was an EASY 11 out of 10. The first thing being our waiter entertaining us throughout the entire dinner & giving us some fantastic recommendations not just on the menu but all over Anchorage. He is what holds a good business together. We talked about everything from other food spots to video games, it kills me that I didn't get his name but he made the experience so much more enjoyable. Now on to the food, the bread and butter came out HOT so it was already a great start. Decided to go with the Elk Tartare because why not, this was a little different than I was expecting but in a good way. The Pork Belly was what stole the show as far as appetizers go, soooooo tender and the sauce it comes with had me in heaven. The Ribeye was EASILY one of the best I've ever had in my life. I remember cutting into it and seeing it nearly MELT like it was a hot knife through butter. It was THAT tender, I almost cried with every bite. The Alaskan King Crab with that CAJUN flavoring was perfect with the steak. Can't visit Alaska without the King Crab Leg right? HUGE piece of Crab so we were almost full, but then you know we had to see what the caviar and SEASONAL gnocchi was talking about. Every bite almost sent me into a coma . Ended the night with the Cheesecake with brownie fudge crust and the Quatro Leches both stupendous. This was easily my favorite meal in Alaska and the best dining experience I've had in a long time!!! THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!!! read more

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The daily burger special today on 12/5/25 was the most flavorful burger I've had in a long time it was the loco moco burger. House made bun ,house ground beef patty , with brown gravy and green onions so flavorful. Nice job guys read more

Altura Bistro - Smash Burger - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Altura is one of the best, if not the best, restaurants in Anchorage - do not be persuaded otherwise by its location in a strip mall in midtown rather than downtown. Every time I dine here, the waitstaff are lovely, the vibe is cozy, and the food is incredible. This visit, we had the daily soup to start, which was creamy and tasty. For an appetizer, there was a hamachi special, which had the most delightful yuzu sauce. For a main, I had the Kodiak scallops, which were cooked to perfection and perfectly paired with asparagus and risotto. I do not know if I've ever had better scallops elsewhere. I love coming to Altura and I'd recommend it to anyone in Anchorage who wants a delicious meal of seafood or otherwise! read more

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This is the best burger I've had in my life the Altair burger is the way to go and the sauce on it is perfection. 10/10 Also I grabbed takeout lunch here but the inside is super nice and clean as well as the service being great read more

Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Great service. Great atmosphere. Phenomenal food. I hear the lunch menu is great and affordable. Dinner cost a penny, but was worth it. read more

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I initially deleted my review because I felt bad but I shouldn't have. The food is always great. I dined in with my family and received the worst service I have ever had. Our server was obviously in a rush the entire time. For example, when we were ordering drinks, he ran off after taking one persons order but before we could all order. We were there for 2.5 hours and we felt rushed from the moment we sat down. No time to ask questions as he was running off so quickly each time. We even ordered a dish we did not like and did not finish and we got a half hearted apology and it wasn't taken off the bill. I completely understand being busy but for 100+ per person, I expect better service. The food was phenomenal as always so it is disappointing the service doesn't reflect the quality of food. I have been to Altura 3 times and 2/3 times I have had awful service. The first sever was so rude he almost made me cry. The second sever wasn't as rude but definitely not any better. I truly love the food so it pains me to write this. Our server this time around was logan. read more

First. The bread has only a subtle tiny sign of being crusty. Soft in all the right places. A great start! And it only got better and better. I'm a big fan of mushrooms and gnocchi, but I haven't had them together. Usually, gnocchi is in a heavy and tasty cream sauce resulting in a lack of attention to the gnocchi and, what I realize now, a nod to the sauce. The gnocchi at Altura was slightly connected to a delightful mushroom crème sauce, that, while incredibly tasty, did not detract from the flavorful and firm pasta. The entrees were amazing. I wasnt sure about cold pesto orso that accompanied the scallops, but I shouldn't have feared. It was full of flavor and interesting. Paired perfect with the scallops without overpowering their flavor. Wine was tasty. Service, spectacular. I realize I probably give out five stars too freely. Altura should be six or seven stars on my current scale. Final note: It's amazing how I've never really comprehended location of a restaurant as measurable entity. If I had one complaint (and let's be clear here, I DO NOT), it would be the door to the outside doesn't have blinds (maybe they can't?) and throughout dinner there were a few cars that pulled into a space and sort of killed the ambiance for a few moments. read more

Altura Bistro - Kodiak Weathervane Scallops with a cold Orso - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Always a five star experience. Tonight I had the short rib special with Japanese BBQ Sauce glaze and the compressed pickled cucumber salad. An incredible dish! My fiancé always chooses the filet, and our dinner companion had the rib eye. We were all proud members of the clean plate club. Not pictured, the great desserts and appetizers. Pick any one of them and you'll be happy. Top that off with an incredible wine selection and the best wait staff on the planet (Eliza and Steve--we love you guys!!!), and there's a reason that we check in at Altura more than any other place in town. read more

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Off the hook food and service. Amazing steak and all courses were awesome. The service was exceptional. Can't recommend enough.

Went again for lunch and yes again great quality and service. They are only open for takeout during lunch but that's ok. I did buy the cheese burger again. Wow i still just as good even eating it in the car in the parking lot of the movie theater. place is clean and well kept as always. Keep up the good work. read more

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My dining partner and I had an outstanding dinner here Friday. Our many options , who is also a manager, was one of the most helpful and knowledgeable one I have had anywhere. Discussing non-alcoholic drink options, which were few, hesuggested a hops, and it was surprisingly tart and tasty. He guided us through the many options as it was difficult to decide. In the end, we shared a dozen ousters that were alternately baked and raw, fresh rom Halibut Cove, and were delicious. I had the duck meatballs which were outstanding and the sauce was lick the plate good. My DP had the black cod with morel mushrooms and said it was very good. We also had the duck pate, which, along with the duck fat and crostini, was plentiful enough that our waitperson prepared us a take home package. We were too full for desert, but, having not seen one another for awhile, we had a lot to catch up on, and we were not hurried to leave, which we appreciated. It was a delightful evening of very fine food, service and company, read more

We ate at this place twice recently and everyone really needs to go here. The menu is pretty small but very solid. We had: Black Cod (with Fennel, Mushrooms and a very nice Calabrian Chili butter), Weathervane Scallops (with chilled Orzo and mint pesto), Confit Chicken (with Brie mushroom Ravioli and Beurre Blanc), Roasted Butternut Squash Salad (with a really nice hot honey vinaigrette), Mushroom Soup (lightly creamy with intense umami flavor) and the Cambozola Appetizer (lightly breaded, fried and served with blueberry preserves, purred parsley, candied walnuts, roasted garlic and crisp toast). All of these were excellent. The big winner was the Cod and the Cambozola (you need to like this cheese but man when it's merry it's at a different level). The house bread is excellent and the Cil give butter topped with Black Sea salt is addictive. The service was professional both times. There is no liquor but a nicely curated wine list. The space is a little spare but works out. Note that the atmosphere in the upper dining room is much better than the lower level. With an appetizer, a couple of entrees and wine two of you will be spending around $150, but it's well worth it for the quality of the food. As I said, everyone should go here read more

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The chicken sandwich to go is the best thing you'll eat. I think it's the Nashville chicken sandwich. Not too spicy, just perfect. It's enough to share for two people. Flavorful, perfectly cooked, delightful breading and the bun was chef's kiss. I cannot recommend it enough. 11/10. read more

Yuzu foam oysters were delicious! So was the complementary bread and butter yum! Actually everything was great! I tried all 3 mixed drinks and they all tasted identical with the exception of the Negroni being a lil more Smokey. Marrow was average, foie gras tasted just like tripitas which we enjoyed! read more

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Not very impressed with their $130 Waygu ribeye for husband's birthday dinner. The menu described the steak with hasselback potato and roasted carrots. Instead we got a pile of salted bean sprouts on the plate. Their Waygu Ribeye wasn't worthy that price and it would be our first and last time to have that dish. 4 star for the great Octopus dish and our enthusiastic waitress. read more

Altura Bistro - $130 Waygu Ribeye - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I didn't know it was such a high end establishment. The food was outstanding and the services was second to none.

Was delicious would definitely go again. The prices are a bit spendy so prepare yourself. I thought the salad was really good and I don't even like vegetables. ‍ read more

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I have had the pleasure of visiting Altura Bistro on two different occasions. Each time with a different member of the wait staff. The location was surprising at first, in a run down strip mall - however after getting to know Anchorage over the last 7 years I've learned that this isn't all that uncommon. A diamond in the rough so to speak. Each of the visits to Altura have been pleasant. The first time I indulged in the shrimp bisque (to die for) and the crab Mac and cheese which was pretty decent, but can't say I'd write home about it. My then fiance and I also enjoyed the cheese appetizer. Our more recent visit came about after having stopped in with the hopes of lunch, which we learned they're only available for take out at lunch. Bummer! Not surprising with the staffing difficulties everyone is having though. We opted to fulfill the craving by visiting for dinner the following week. The decor of the restaurant and the vibe as a whole feels slightly confused. This is something I've only ever noticed in Alaska, but for some reason it really bothers me. Oh well! The food was wonderful, I had been craving gnocchi and had the luxury of receiving the final serving of the gnocchi for that dinner service. It was luscious and truly very pallette pleasing. My husband and I split the mushroom soup which was amazing. We enjoyed their cheese appetizer again this visit and it remained wonderful. Honestly we probably could have forgone the entree course as we were pretty stuffed but I picked on my filet mignon and my husband's new York. Both good, not my favorite though. Can't wait to visit again. read more

Went to Altura a couple weeks ago to celebrate my wife's birthday; always an amazing experience. We shared their pork belly, oysters, and prawn bisque--all of which were excellent. My wife ordered their fresh caught ivory king salmon, while I stuck to my usual mid-rare filet. Both were cooked to perfection, and magnificent as well. The service was top notch and so was the help staff. The hostesses and busser really complimented the service we got from our waitress and her fellow waiter. Not our first time eating at Altura, and it certainly won't be our last. read more

Wow! Had the French dip that I have seen people rave about -- and they weren't fibbing! By far the best French dip, even the au jus was great. Great flavor and size. Did the tater tot side, which are the best tots I've had in ages read more

Altura Bistro - French dip - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Overall: 4.6/5 (dine in) We had a reservation at 7:30 PM so were seated within a few minutes. Our server, Logan, explained the specials of the day as soon as we were seated and handed the menu since these aren't on the menu itself. He also made great red & wine recommendations for our dinner - Louis Jadot Pouilly Fuisse ($14) & Shea, Pinot Noir ($13). Note that there's a 5% alcohol tax. Pork Belly ($17): This tasted like Vietnamese braised pork belly with a bit of a twist. The sauce & the texture was very interesting and different that it was a bit mind boggling. It's really good with the green sauce as well. My husband said this is one of the best pork belly he's had and he's eaten a lot. Sweet Prawn Bisque ($12): This was really good but it was a bit too salty & heavy for me. I felt like I needed to eat it with bread or have it diluted. Duck Pate ($28): Wow, this was super unique and delicious with the thin bread it came with. The red onion marmalade with mustard seed was divine and went well with the duck pate and bread. It was so good, my husband was eating it by the spoonful. We did get pretty full from it but it was worth it. Seared Foie Gras ($24): I didn't enjoy the taste of texture of this foie gras. It was too much for me so I could only eat a little piece with bread. Definitely something you can skip, especially if you have the duck pate. Alaskan Black Cod ($42): This had great reviews on Yelp but it tasted terrible to us. The cod was too fishy that we couldn't even finish it. The dumplings were actually better than the cod sadly. Super disappointed after being so excited to try Alaskan seafood. read more

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Want a great Burger for lunch? Want a great Fresh Fish Halibut sandwich for lunch? Then you've come to the right place. We got the Altura Burger MR with caramelized red onions, arugula, and melty Cambazola cheese. We all love this one for lunch. Then, I for the first time got their perfectly cooked Fresh Catch Sandwich that was light baked, Panko encrusted Halibut. Both fantastic and with BBQ homemade potato chips as the sides. There are a lot of hotels in the area within walking distance, just a few blocks down Old Seward Highway. What are you waiting for Order something now ToGo or dine in! Beers on Tap! Today it was a shopping pitstop. We were out had to run errands and it was Father's Day. Ordered ToGo and picked up and ran about! read more

Altura Bistro - Open Sundays! - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

My wife and I have been there several times for takeout lunch. You can't get a better chicken sandwich than their 'Mother Clucker, outside of Nashville. I've tried several things on the menu and you can't go wrong. read more

Absolutely delicious food every time. GREAT SERVICE. (Yes in caps, cause it needed emphasis) Bread was brought, water was refilled so many times, by multiple people, appetizers and dinner were served at perfect timing and dessert was glorious. Our server was knowledgeable and professional. The atmosphere was really nice. It got louder toward the end of the meal as it filled up, but it wasn't overly distracting and remained enjoyable. Best chef in anchorage! Extremely creative and consistent. read more

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Super tasty! We were staying the night in Anchorage before leaving to visit Katmai and were happy to find this place still had a reservation. We ended up going back for another dinner when we got back to Anchorage before heading home so that should tell you how much we liked it! We got the hamachi collars appetizer both times -- wow, it was incredible. Served with tiny forks so you can get at all the meaty goodness tucked away inside the bone, and warm wet cloths to wipe our hands after! They also served sourdough with a homemade butter that was very tasty as a starter. The first visit I got a halibut special which was okay but a bit dry. My husband got the prawns which had a sort of curry tasting seasoning, they were delicious and I ordered them for my entree the second visit! The second visit my husband got the cod which he liked a lot. For dessert both times we got the earl grey creme brulee with a lace cookie. It was a great choice. Overall really enjoyed this place and will definitely seek it out if we ever return to Anchorage. Leaving this review as my thanks and hoping it helps others discover this place! read more

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Ooh la la!! Talk about a sandwich that can feed 2 people it's called The Mother Clucker .. lol. This sandwich was huge!! I ate it for 3 meals, for real!! Two lunches & chicken on my salad the next day! Be prepared for some spice it's not for the faint, which I loved. At work we wanted something different then the usual takeout & I suggested Altria Bistro to the guys I work with, who don't venture out for the finer things in life. After they finished their meal they asked me Why haven't I told them about this place before... once again I have to help my grown co-workers which I don't mind. Needless to say we will be having their burgers in the near future. I also recommended to my co-workers they need to try dinner here & they won't be disappointed. read more

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Wonderful fine dining experience. This is a great place for a birthday or anniversary. The shrimp bisque is to die for. My husband ordered the ribeye and it was perfect. I had the scallops and they were delicious. We tried the bone marrow since we had never had it before and it wasn't our favorite but it wouldn't deter us from returning. We love the extensive wine collection and delicious desserts! I would recommend making a reservation for dinner hours. On a side note, this seems like a wonderful place for an engagement party, formal work get together, or retirement dinner. Additionally, it looks like they have excellent take out specials for lunch. Highly recommend! read more

Feel like I need to update my review since I have dined with them so many times since my first trip in 2019! After my first dining experience with Altura Bistro in 2019 they quickly became my #1 restaurant in the Anchorage area, and on my list of top five restaurants for southcentral AK. The upscale dining experience they offer is worth every penny, and in my opinion their prices are very fair considering the product that they put out. Their rotating menus are well thought out, and beautifully executed. The staff is always very friendly, and professional. They know their menu well, and are able to offer great suggestions. As a fine dining restaurant during the initial COVID related shut downs, Altura was able to revamp their menu for a more take out friendly experience. They decided to begin opening their doors for to go lunch hours, and started to offer different varieties of gourmet burgers, and sandwiches. The items on their to go menu always have clever/funny names. Their to go menu is available from 11am-5pm, and also after 5pm depending on how busy the kitchen is with dine in dinner service. I've tried a lot of their different sandwich variations from their to go menu, and each one is delicious. My favorites from them have been the cold cut special, soft shell crab special, second breakfast burger, tri tip sandwich, and hot damn to name a few. If you are looking for delicious Alaskan seafood, a fancy steak dinner, or a gourmet burger this is the place. Also if you ever see they are offering a special pre-fixe menu do yourself a favor, and try to get a reservation. The pre-fixe menu with a wine pairing is always a beautiful and delicious experience. I have never had a bad meal from this restaurant, and I recommend Altura to everyone! read more

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First time, but will be going back. Great service and excellent wine list. Food was amazing, halibut and bisque were especially yummy. A bit pricy but good food read more

Friends in Anchorage introduced us to Altura on our anniversary. We received a pleasant greeting and were promptly seated. The atmosphere was pleasant with decor and furnishings appropriate to the bistro billing. Our server was cheerful and engaging without being intrusive. Since it was our anniversary our friends wanted to but a bottle of champagne. It took a while to get one because each of the first three chosen were unavailable. Rather than being annoying, it actually became amusing. We did eventually find and enjoy a bottle. It friends recommended surprised which were tasty and hit the spot. For mains we had the salmon which was perfectly seasoned and cooked for dessert we shared a pear tart with gorgonzola ice cream. This was particularly good because it was not too sweet, allowing the flavors and textures to do the talking. The food and service were first rate, probably five stars. The only reason for my four star rating was a moderately strong odor of cleaning products that hit me as we entered. It detracted from the first impression. Other than that quibble a fine experience and worth a visit. read more

Altura Bistro - Salmon - Steakhouses Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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