Location wise, this is a stunning place, especially if you're sitting out on the deck at the…read moreweekend with live music. I'd been longing to come here based on highly rated reviews, how it looks from the exterior, with lights strung around the deck, however, we always seemed to arrive on a day when they're closed. Yesterday (a Saturday) they were actually open, so it was a toss up between here, and "the other restaurant in Hope, that also has live music, outdoor seating and a stunning view" come on, you know where I mean. We opted for this as we were pulling a trailer, and the parking lot is bigger, and we didn't wanna find a camping spot then come back to eat, or I would have literally starved. Upon entering the dining room (no-one was eating inside there) it felt much more like a bar atmosphere, which put me off a little. I'd previously assumed it was a restaurant that sold alcohol, but it seems more of a bar that sells food to me now. Anyway, we chose to eat outside. Selected a table, chose what we wanted - Captain's Basket for me, Reuben for him. I asked for Coke no ice, and server told me "oh we don't have any ice anyway" which, frankly doesn't bother me as I'm English. In England, ice does not come as default. The coke can was chilled from the fridge though. Baskets came out quite quickly. There were 2 small pieces of breaded rockfish, 1 was nicely cooked, the thinner piece was a little over. Maybe 7 or 8 battered shrimp - definitely on the bouncy, chewy side, and the batter a little greasy, as though the oil hadn't quite got up to temperature, and they'd been in there a little long. The Crab Cake was divine though, I'd have eaten a whole plate of them. It was big, round, breaded, with a sauce drizzled over the top.mi love crab cakes, and this was my favourite I've had in a long while. My tartare sauce portion cup wasn't very full, and man I absolutely love the stuff, I like fries dipped in tartare, but after I'd eaten the shrimp, there was barely a smear left. Fries were good and crispy, and you know how much I love my fries. The music was far enough away that it did not interrupt our conversation, and provided a pleasant backdrop, on a sunny evening, however there was a woman sitting on the table to the right of me, who seemed to think that everyone wanted to hear the details of her life, and talked loud enough to interrupt our meal. That is obviously not the fault of Creekbend Cafe, and does not affect my rating of them. She was just annoying and obnoxiously loud. I would come back, I'd probably try something else but on the whole it was a pleasant enough meal, in a pretty setting.

Had some appetizers. The cheese sticks and fried pickles were amazing. Very fresh and handmade. The…read moreservice was great. They did a great job of offering several different items on their menu.

Ordered the chicken fried steak. The chicken fried steak was crispy and tender. Very good…read more I wasn't a big fan of the gravy. A bit heavy on the flour and slightly gritty. The home fries are not a fit with me. They are just deep fried potatoes squares. Home fries to me are the slices of potato grilled with onions and peppers. The staff is friendly and checked back with us frequently.

This resto is one of those easy, reliable spots in South Anchorage when you're craving comfort food…read morewith a fun, laid-back vibe. The atmosphere feels like a neighborhood hangout -- relaxed, welcoming, and perfect for anything from brunch to dinner. One big improvement since last year is the menu -- it's expanded and gotten so much better. Kudos to the kitchen! There are more options now, and everything feels more thoughtfully done, with better variety and stronger flavors across the board. We started with appetizers, and the steamer clams were delightfully well-seasoned.. buttered garlic in the white wine-- yum. For mains, the (not pictured) ribeye steak was cooked to perfection requiring no added sauce, pairing perfectly with my rose wine. The ahi tuna was another hit-- the wasabi-mixed sauce with every bite made it better! Portions are generous, and prices feel fair for what you get. Drinks are also a highlight -- solid cocktails (cold & hot), good beer options, and a nice selection of wines by the glass. Service was friendly and attentive, even though the place was busy. It has a lively feel without being overwhelming. Overall, Manhattan Restaurant & Lounge has really stepped up from last year and is now a great go-to for hearty food, good drinks, and a relaxed vibe. Definitely a spot I'm coming back to.

There are somethings well many things that are not duplicated in many restaurants. Simple poached…read moreeggs and lots of them going to other people all perfectly cook overy time you order them. Corned Beef hash. My family orders this no other place in the US, not New York or Shipiro in California. The mixture of the smashed potato and the freshly food beef is really something. Fresh soups everyday-beef barley-chowder-5 bean, etc. Probably 10 different sandwiches -Rubens, BLTs and I do not know who is supplying the breads -the swirled marble rye is really good. I thought what kind of steak would you get here...not sure...you might like it. The owner makes fresh cookies and pies every other night because they disappear. The most unusual thing I have seen there is the French Fry. It is a company secret were they get them. A small order will fill you up and they will make them with out salt. Great place.

We had a wonderful breakfast. Staff were amazing! Gave us lots of information on the area and what…read moreto stop and see! Food was fantastic! Came out hot and yummy! Thank you!

This was the choice for the official Birthday dinner. First time for me & second time for my…read morehusband. We were first in line to be seated as the restaurant opens at 4 PM. Our reservation was for 4 PM. We asked to be seated at a booth. Lo and behold, we got our favorite server, Matt, who we hadn't seen for a while. So me being Gluten-Free I felt pretty safe with him because he knows what to watch out for and is very honest with his opinions and if in doubt he will find out. The menu does point out with a GF next to the menu items that are definitely gluten-free. But it never hurts the ask your server if the chef would make exceptions or adjustments to other dishes. I wanted the "Roasted Oysters" $23 but it did not have a "GF" next to it like the fresh oysters did and Matt went to go check to make sure & see if anything could be done. He found out that it could not be adjusted for gluten-free allergies as they use Panko crumbs in the recipe. Boo! Anyway, Matt then suggested the "Steamed Clams & Mussels" for $18 and that was a very good suggestion. They were very tasty & a little spicy. So if you don't like spice, this isn't the dish for you. I would've liked a little less heat, but it was still tasty nonetheless. We ordered the mocktails and I got the "Shake your Tree" and my husband got the "Coconut Watermelon Cooler", at $8 ea. my husband said his was OK. He expected more coconut flavor leaning to piña colada type of drink, but this was not that and had a very watermelon after note. I didn't like it much but my "Shake your tree" drink was very pleasant, refreshing and definitely tasted like pineapple with the sugar around the rim of the glass. Wish they made a bigger glass of it. To the point I got two! lol. My husband ordered the "Seafood Chowder" by the cup rather than the bowl at $6 he also ate the three pieces of bread that they brought to the table. and of course, I can't have any. He ordered the "Special Ribeye Steak" from the "tonight's specials" menu at $59 for a 14 ounce cut topped with chimichurri; served with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. The steak was cooked too perfection at medium and very tender, juicy and flavorful. My husband felt that he didn't have enough mashed potatoes because he finished that and the fresh vegetables which were carrots, broccoli and cauliflower steamed well before he made it through his steak. I had the 1/2 Rack Center Cut Lamb (GF) grilled and topped with cherry-garlic sauce & served with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes with skin in and fresh steamed vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots for $36. My lamb was also cooked to perfection of medium and was very juicy, flavorful and tender. Our server was on point with everything as usual! I received the crème brûlée for my birthday dish, and my husband got the carrot cake with I believe a side of whipped cream. The crème brûlée was very good and tasty. The bowl sat on a plate of chocolate and raspberry sauce. I had to scrape that up to eat it with my crème brûlée, which was a little different as you don't get much. It would've been better how they put it maybe in a dish of its own on the side so you can dip it in there or decorate the top of the crème brûlée it . Either way I finished it. It was good. My husband said the carrot cake was very moist and flavorful and he ate it all. The place wasn't very loud as we got there at the beginning of dinner when they opened. so there was a walk-in group of about 15 people and another couple there with us at the beginning. So the atmosphere was pretty quiet started getting louder before we left at about 6 PM. The damage was to the tune of $153. Not bad for what we got. We both left very full, satisfied and we will return. Shout out to Matt K. For doing what he does best when it comes to good customer service. Did spots and crumbs in the corner of my booth that were missed clearly from the night cleanup crew as we were the first ones for the day in that booth. But that's not enough to knock the meal itself and the experience.

We ate here Friday evening I ordered 10 ounce cut of slow cooked beef roast medium which couldn't…read morecut with the steak knife & was almost impossible to eat. Mostly fat & let the staff know how bad it was & they said how was the vegetables. I didn't order a vegetarian meal. They offered a free dessert which I refused. The meal should have been taken off the bill. I am very displeased with how this was handled. We ate here Friday evening I ordered 10 ounce cut of slow cooked beef roast medium which couldn't cut with the steak knife & was almost impossible to eat. Mostly fat & let the staff know how bad it was & they said how was the vegetables. I didn't order a vegetarian meal. They offered a free dessert which I refused. The meal should have been taken off the bill. I am very displeased with how this was handled.

Love this place. The food is great, you get a large helping and the prices are low. For a while I…read morewas going almost every other weekend. It's just a great way to start a Saturday. All the employees are upbeat and generally bring your mood up as well.

The biscuits were light as a feather, the gravy delicious, the pancakes were awesome and the…read morechicken fried steak skillet was cravable. We would 100% be here once a month if we lived in the area. Also, our server was a total doll and the service from the kitchen was super fast.

We absolutely love coming here! The food is amazing, the service is outstanding, and the atmosphere…read moreis beautiful. We had Roman as our server twice during our stay, and he was incredible--super friendly, funny, attentive, and made every meal so enjoyable. The lodge itself is wonderful, and all of the girls were so kind, welcoming, and attentive. Everyone here truly makes you feel like family from the moment you arrive. Of course, the owners, Derrick and Janine, are some of the kindest, most genuine people you'll meet. Their warmth and hospitality shine through in every part of the experience. This is such a family-friendly place filled with happiness, laughter, and positive energy. It's a beautiful place to relax, make memories, and enjoy amazing food with people who genuinely care. We always love being here and can't wait to come back!

Despite it being a busy weekend (of live music) with great weather, we got in quickly and the…read moreserver was super friendly - for that, I'll give one extra star. I was really disappointed in the food though - I got chips and salsa because I wasn't that hungry. The chips didn't come with any dipping sauce (for 7 bucks, it seems like it should) - that was charged separately, for an additional 3 bucks. Okay fine --- I had a craving so was willing to pay it... but then it arrived - 15 chips and the tiniest dressing-sized container of salsa... for $10?! Just nuts. The chips are supposedly "house made," but lacked any flavor (needed more seasoning/salt). Just wanted others to avoid my mistake - get something else because this isn't even half an appetizer.

One of the best restaurants in Alaska! To be fair we've…read moreonly eaten in Anchorage and Seward since we've been here. And this food was incredible. The place was small but it's not busy season yet so we were seated quickly and the food was served in a reasonable amount of time. I read another review that said the place smelled like smoke, and while it did smell a little like fry oil, I feel like the smell went away and the food and company far outweighed any odd smells. We had the mussels, crab legs, salmon dip, grilled halibut, stuffed mushrooms and Cesar salad. It was all great!

We really enjoyed our meal and the service! I'm so glad we picked this place for our first meal in…read moreGirdwood. The food was delicious, the service was so welcoming, and the whole atmosphere gave us such a good feeling. The only thing I'd suggest is the ventilation. It wasn't strong enough, so you could still smell the smoke. Overall, it was a great first stop for our Girdwood adventure, and we left feeling happy, full, and ready to explore!

I'll be separating my review between service and food. I'm noting this down to bring both my…read morecompliments and criticisms. The food was phenomenal. If food alone was what I'm rating, this place would be a 3 or 4. I, myself, ordered the French toast breakfast with poached eggs and bacon. The food was fitting and definitely delicious. Price is a little iffy for the amount given, but the quality of the food was amazing. My family liked their food as well. However, removing the food aspect from the equation, the service was a bit off putting. From a simple glance around the room, there was a CLEAR difference how our table was treated in contrast to other tables from the way we were spoken to, checked on, and assisted, and I am sad to say it was not in a good way. I hope that this is a one time thing where the woman who assisted us was having a bad day, but with her showing kindness to other tables, but appearing as if we were a drag to assist throughout the whole meal, it's quite a disheartening feeling. I may try out this place again (maybe not for breakfast) but at the time being, this place is not somewhere I'd recommend.

Aurora is a bit pricey, but the food and service were great. We had a large party, but they…read morewouldn't seat us until everyone was there, so we ended up splitting into three smaller groups, which worked well. Our table split the calamari appetizer, a Caesar salad, and a cheese pizza. The food was delivered piping hot and very quickly. They had a great wine selection, so we also decided to split a bottle of red. The dessert looked delicious, but we were too full from dinner to get to try it. There is a bar with plenty of seating right next to the restaurant, too, with a wide variety of beers, wine, and liquor for after dinner drinks.