I love the Kenai Brewery :) I've been a regular here since my family and I moved up here in 21'…read more -The staff are sweet--don't hover around you but also talk with you. -The food is great--I ALWAYS get the boneless chicken wings and they're so so good. -The ambiance is great!! They've got an and out outdoor seating area, a bar, and they put up artwork that locals create to sell. 10/10 :) do go!

Kenai River is a great stop on the way to your destination. They have amazing beer, great food, and…read morea comforting atmosphere. I really enjoyed their patio picnic area. They had some nice fire-pits and shelter from the rain. When you walk in, it's seat yourself and walk ups to order food and drinks. The food didn't take long, about 10 minutes. Food: bar food basics 4/5 Beer: 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5

I can't edit my review, so here is my response to the business owner:…read more "Normally I wouldn't bother with a review like this. We were all very confused reading the comments referring to "poor quality" as nothing of the like has been mentioned before. I'm not saying everyone should love our beer or anything like it - everyone has different tastes. " Maybe because most of the people that have been drinking the beer are close friends and don't want to be negative? If you are confused about a "poor quality" comment, that is disheartening because it likely means there won't be attempts to improve quality. I don't think it's your brewing style, I love the concepts and ideas of your beers, I just do not like the execution. I am trying to give constructive feedback, I am not trying to be mean. I think you might have an issue with oxygen ingress in your system or maybe you are cold crashing too quickly. But I'm not a professional brewer, which is why I suggested getting honest feedback from other brewers down on the Kenai. "But to go as far as you did seemed to cross a line. Then I saw a few similar comments you made about other local breweries, who I know are fantastic, and the lightbulb sparked. This is the classic example of "there's always going to be that one person"." To my taste, the beers were oxidized (candy-sweet malt flavor, greyish appearance for the hazies) and the beers had a buttery finish. If you think that is great quality, I guess we have different definitions of quality? Were those aspects induced in these beers on purpose? Was that the brewer's intent? In that case, you succeeded. Maybe I just imagined them tasting like that? I don't think I did, I really wanted to love them, but I guess anything is possible. I don't know what to say about the comment about other breweries, I've reviewed a lot of them so I don't know which ones you're referring to. I have given all Kenai breweries 4 stars or higher except one, that has mediocre pizza, stale beer ideas, and hateful politics. So if I had to guess, I'd think you are describing St Elias as "fantastic", which means the two of us have different ideas of what a great brewery looks/feels/tastes like. I'm much more of a Cooper Landing person when it comes to Kenai breweries. I do know Ravens Ring in Anchorage had very similar issues (actually I would argue much, much worse issues, I couldn't not finish one of their beers and did send it back) with their beer to what your beers are displaying. And it seems like those issues have been largely fixed. I don't think they ever denied having issues though. "I remember you coming in taking pictures with your camera. You and the other two tried no more than a few samples each, then ordered beers which came back empty. You had numerous opportunities to come and address any issues with us, but you didn't. We are happy to make things right. I'm glad you're pleased with the building and the service. We've worked hard for a very long time to make it happen, and even harder now to provide the community with a great atmosphere and service. Sorry you weren't happy. The feeling is mutual. Take care!" It's great you remember, I said I sampled "multiple" beers. I also tasted the samples my Mom and brother received. In my opinion, they all had issues. Also, without any prompting on my part, my brother and mom expressed similar concerns about the character of the beer. I agree, I should've discussed these issues with y'all face-to-face. Shame on me for not doing that. I am truly sorry. I guess I just didn't want to spoil the mood, everyone seemed so happy and there was a fun energy in the place. I will be back, for sure. At that point I will sample everything on tap and discuss issues with you right at the bar. As it stands though, it seems like you don't think there are any issues. If that's the case, my feedback will be similar. I hope you can get the kinks worked out of your system. It just worries me that you seem to think there aren't any.

Loved the wooden interior with the animal carvings. We sat at a high top table. There's great…read morenatural light in there. I had an IPA that I loved. They had a great selection. The bartender let us try a couple of samples before making our choice. I just wish they would've had canned beers. Great spot! Oh and they had a food truck in the lot called bowls and rolls. We got pork belly burgers and they were dynamite.

Fish and chips .. cheese burger and the chef salad also great environment quick with drinks.read more

As a comedian, I have traveled the world, and I have to say that this place is extremely…read moreunassuming. From the outside, you can tell that it is a motel and restaurant, but once inside you're in another world. The food is some of the best in all of Alaska, the staff makes you feel at home. They have music and comedy and a beautiful stage and the motel is so comfortable and welcoming. The curtains block out the sun to where you never know what time it is outside and that's just the way I like it The owner makes you feel like family. I have stayed here multiple times as a motel guest and have eaten here on many occasions and I give it one of my top ratings for both. I always feel safe happy and comfortable here. Do yourself a favor and come visit this place. Have the fried clams they're the best I've ever had.

I wasn't here for pizza I saw their Nacho Average Nachos. I came because we were exhausted from a…read more2 shows-in-one day Kenai Kennel Club dog show. We hit the hotel and then ordered take out but Judy and I weren't feeling pizza. I ordered a perfect meal for 2 crunchy carbs w/blackened chicken. Togo was fast. The place was cranking, the outside patios were full I could see when I drove up. Inside was packed. Picked up a 4 Pack of Limited Edition Hefeweizen then paid at the Bar. Let's just say AMAZING! Say Farmer's Friend Beer Cheese! There's Some TANG in that CHEESE! On Nachos we dusted those off and with the Hefeweizen beer it was so perfect of a pairing! Sometimes a restaurant does something so right and you just know you made the right choice, so oh yeah that's their Nacho Average Nachos!

Why do people give this place lower reviews than Kenai River? Who knows…read more This place is clearly the senior of the Soldatna Breweries. The crowd here is a bit more "mature" than Kenai which is good as we fit in. It's good a cool retro vibe within. And here, there is table service. Also more mature. Generally a great experience with the waitresses who were attentive but busy. Food available is mostly pizzas and the like. The pizzas were very good. One in my group said it was the best pizza he ever had. Of course, he's from OC so opinion might be a bit off They have several beer choices and all of them are distinct to the brewery. Farmer was enjoyed by me.

We are frequently in Soldotna visiting family and are often there multiple times a year. Although…read morewe most times will just make food at home, who doesn't want a great pizza to lessen the load of a day sitting in the warmth when its cold out or after a long day of fishing? Pizza Boys is always a great option and has delivered every time. The meat lovers and Hawaiian Punch are two of our favorites and always come out great. The online ordering has been consistent and reliable with the pizza being ready for us to pick up every time. I've always been satisfied with the process and pickup in store has always been friendly. It's nice to know that there has been a reliable and consistent pizza spot in town that delivers a quality product and make ordering easy for the customer. Thank you!

I've been coming here for a long time and let me tell you what, best pizza in town! Has a nice…read moreatmosphere, it does get hot in there in the summer but it's worth it! Service is fast and easy to deal, pretty stress free! Would definitely recommend to anyone that likes a good pizza!