We popped into the Arctic Bar while in port during our Alaskan cruise, specifically on a mission…read morefor a Bloody Mary...and wow, did it deliver! It was honestly one of the best Bloody Marys I have ever had in my life. Beyond the great drinks, the bartender was an absolute superstar. The place was packed to the brim, and she was handling the entire crowd like a total pro. I was blown away by her speed and efficiency; she was pouring multiple beers at once, whipping up cocktails in record time, and even tackling her own dishes alongside another lady who was helping wash glasses. She didn't miss a single beat. The atmosphere was lively, welcoming, and genuine. We ended up chatting with fellow cruise travelers at the bar, swapping stories, and just enjoying the great energy of the room. It's an authentic local gem with unbeatable character. If you're stopping through Ketchikan, do not miss this place. Grab a stool, order a Bloody Mary, and enjoy the show...highly, highly recommended!

The Arctic Bar is one of those "gotta stop" at locations on the dock area in Ketchikan. When the…read morecruise ships pull in, they tend to blast the music and over their intercom, they will advertise to the tourists getting off the ship to come visit and join in the fun times at their bar. To start, they have two lovely Alaskan wooden carved bears peeping through the front entrance. Once inside, those bears look a little different. IYKYK! the staff inside is plenty rowdy and you cannot help but laugh at the scenery. The best place on a nice day is their back waterfront deck. They will bring you a Bloody Mary that might just knock your socks off. Just DON'T RING THE BELL ON THE BAR!!

Super fun bar with local vibes located right off of the cruise terminal. Lots of indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. The owner Carlos is a riot! Super fun. He sets the tone here. Drinks and cocktails were good. Truly a bar vibe. Super friendly and just down to earth people. Worth a visit!!!

Service was great and the ambience was fun. The beers were cold and the price was cheap compared to…read morecruise line prices the duck fart drinks were amazing ! Highly recommend this location.

It's worth finding this place. It has a corner bar vibe and eclectic decor to match without the…read more"you ain't from around here" looks. The barkeep was friendly and helpful. Apparently, the only brewery in Ketchikan has a premium price so it doesn't sell well and is not available. The Red Ale out of Anchorage was a great recommendation. If I'm ever in Ketchikan again I'll be back.

There's a number of reasons to visit this unique bar in Ketchikan. Its history comes from the…read morefamily that owns it. You can read about that history on their website. They have a big collection of old ship and shipwreck photos decorating the walls. I also saw what looked like an antique painting of gamblers in the Gold Rush period, as well as some old historical memorabilia. It was like walking into a different time period with all the décor and wood paneling. We had a choice of a beer or a cocktail. We chose the Sourdough Mule. Apparently, tequila and ginger pair well together. It was good, but I liked the Bear Skat shot the best. Who knew that Blueberry Vodka would make such a big difference in the flavor? My husband really liked the Butt Hole shot. I didn't get to try it, but he said it was pretty good. We didn't get to stay long. It was our last pub crawl stop. By that point, we were all a little buzzed before heading back to Ward Cove. Thankfully our tour operator was our designated driver. It was a great time spent in Downtown Ketchikan!

Another favorite local bar with their version of a long island iced tea. This was actually pretty…read moregood. Standard brews on tap along with a full bar. Friendly owners made the visit all the more special. Popcorn available to snack on. Also some local history with actor John Wayne.

Total di e are but very glad we stepped in! Locals made you feel welcome a d drinks were cold…read more Guess the go to local favorite is the "Duck fart"? Didnt have one but cool spot if you are thirsty and in Juneau

Came across this alleyway dive bar, hidden off the main street. Ducked away to escape the throngs…read moreof cruise ship tourists while exploring this port area of Ketchikan. Friendly bartender with a good selection of Alaskan and Canadian beers, but alas, nothing was on tap! They did have free wifi, though.

The Pioneer Cafe seems to have been around for 100 years and with food and service that great, they…read morewill be open for another 100 years. We saw a sign on the window that said they had a Reindeer Hotdog on the menu, and since the restaurant was pretty crowded, we stopped in to get some food to go. The counter had two empty seats so we were able to sit while waiting for our food to get cooked and packed up. The servers were very busy making ice cream shakes and serving plenty of plates with large portions of food at very reasonable prices. This is NOT a tourist trap but a great place to go for a home cooked meal with lots of love on the plate. The reindeer hotdog was delicious so I expect all of the food to be great and on my next visit to Ketchikan, this will be my first stop. They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Pioneer Cafe delivers the classic diner experience and comfort food you're looking for. One night,…read morenowhere else serving food, we had a cheeseburger, onion rings, jalapeño poppers, and a waffle. The fries and waffle should have been cooked more til crisp, but the group "snack" hit the spot at nearly 10pm when they closed. The whole menu is served all day! Went another time for the chicken fried steak, asked them to hold one out of the three eggs, should have also told them to hold the hashbrowns since there was no way I was going to be able to eat all that food (also comes w/toast or biscuit) before getting on a plane. Was told the omelette was great and huge as well. Met the need.

The food was amazing. We had halibut fish n chips. The breading was perfect crispness. And the…read moreinside fish was tender. The fries were crunchy. The clam chowder was incredible. Vegetables and clam. Was not thick. Perfect soup consistency. Delicious. And our food was brought to us while waiting on the dock. Great service. Very genuine. I'm just sorry we found it at the end of our stay. Worth every penny.

Very tasty and crispy halibut meal. The fish was fresh, and tge price was very reasonable. The…read moreserver, and likely the owner or manager, were friendly. Recommendation: Eat on the spot.

9/9/2025 - I visited the old & traditional American bar and met a couple in the bar. Patrick…read moreinvited me to sit next to him and volunteerily offered to buy me a craft beer named IPA twist creek, this is a 5 star IPA beer with the right cold temperature I can't find on the cruise ship. I just love Aladka people ... The store is clean and just located across the street of the Berth 4 at t HH e port of Ketchikan, Alaska .

if you are traveling on ship, this is the most convenient place to get alcohol. Don't make sure you…read morehave cash or card

Have you had a Duck Fart?…read more Really what brought us in was this sign that asked us to try one. So, we went in asked the bartender who was awesome to explain it as she made it and it was a tasty little concoction of crown, Jameson, and Kahlua. I thought it to be so good, that I ordered one for Liz. I also tried their imperial stout which was pretty good too. The bar looked roomie, it was empty during midday though, but it appeared to have potential for live music and lively gatherings come sundown. If you have time and are thirsty, check it out.

We stopped in to sit and get a drink while in town. The service was just great and we were pleased…read moreto feel like locals here instead of feeling like tourists. We also loved the decor, especially all the photos in the area. If I was a local, this would have been my local bar. It's worth checking out for sure.

I have been to this distillery in past trips to Ketchican where I have done their tasting flights…read moreand had some of their craft cocktails as well Which I always liked. The distillery tour, which is the focus of this updated review, was 2.5 hours long and was an absolute pleasure to attend. Travis, one of the two co-owners, did a great job of mixing in the historical aspects of his distillery, with the science of how the distilling process works while mixing in his own down home humor to make for an excellent excursion. As part of this tour you get to taste all the products Uncharted make, which includes numerous Gin, Vodka, Agave and whiskey products while Travis is giving his presentation. Upon completion of his presentation we went upstairs to the "lab" to make our own personalized bottle of liquor where I ended up making an orange colander Agave. Such fun! If you have any interest in the distilling process and have ever wondered how liquor is made you should definitely give this excursion some strong consideration as you will not be disappointed. As Travis added so much to this experience, I would strongly suggest you try to coordinate the tour when he is available. Definitely worth the price of admission (:

This distillery is doing delicious craft cocktails while offering unique and high quality bottled…read morespirits. Highly recommend this as a stop in your day in Ketchikan. Our favorite cocktails were the Aurora Borealis (with huckleberry vodka) and Smooth Sailor. Don't miss out on their limited time spirits, you are in for a treat. The service was fantastic, friendly and family-owned. Plus, there is plenty on indoor and outdoor seating.