If you're in downtown Anchorage, Tent City Taphouse is worth a stop, especially if you're into local beer. They've got a solid variety of Alaska brews on tap, way more than your average spot, so it's easy to try something new or stick with a favorite. Food is decent across the board, nothing overly fancy, but it hits the spot and pairs well with the beer. Think reliable bar food done right. Just make sure you dodge all the homeless when walking around downtown. read more

We went to TCT on the high recommendation of, and joined by, our daughter and her husband. The establishment is across from the Anchorage Museum and is part of the Anchorage Mall. It features a blend of barstool window seats, barstool bar seats, high-top tables, and standard-height tables. We went for a very late lunch, which made the quick food delivery and yet under-attentive service a little perplexing. Having spent last summer in London, the attraction at TCT for us was comparing and contrasting Alaska Halibut Fish & Chips with the British fare. I wanted to like the Tent City offering; I really did not. For the price ($28/ea), we got three modest pieces of fish and the equivalent of two servings of chips. Both the fish and the chips were mushy (undercooked), with a heavy batter finish in contrast with the light and crisp British offering. The accompanying tarter sauce was an odd raspberry-and-blackberry concoction that my family and I called a pickle aftertaste. The presentation, for the price and the atmosphere, was a confusing combination of a metal basket lined with wax paper (like a 1950's drive-through), plastic water and soda glasses (like a college cafeteria), and real silverware. Other reviews have high praise for TCT so, on our next visit to Alaska, it will be good to give them another try. The bones of this establishment are in place for a really special experience, but, today, for me, it was just "ok." read more

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The beer selection was okay, the atmosphere was a bit lacking. The bartender had 3 people at the bar and two tables of two people and kept telling everyone she was so swamped and that's why she couldn't refill, it was quite off putting. She was knowledgeable about the beer selection. read more

This place is bomb. The short rib poutine is outstanding! If you're from out of town or a local hit this joint asap

Keep coming and trying new things, I have been impressed! The staff here is super friendly and they know about the brand, the hearty list of beers they have, and the food. I finally got to try the Kase spatzel! I would definitely get it again but I would need to share. Towards the end it gets pretty rich. The beer selection is one of the best, all local beers. They don't have some from every brewery though. Burgers and cheesesteak are good, the crispy pork belly was good, kase spatzel, they have different flavored fries too. read more

Tent City Taphouse - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Happy to come again! I am honestly just very impressed with everything each time. Came last night for dinner and had an amazing time. We haven't had a bad meal here yet. The prices for food are honestly pretty reasonable considering you're paying the downtown premium but you're getting high-quality food. I know it's not called mac & cheese but it's gone well it looks like it and tastes delicious The burgers are fantastic. Their duck fat fries are delicious. The server we had was fantastic and took care of us. He had some great recommendations and did an amazing job keeping up on us. Place was clean and well kept it was a little quiet last night but we were happy to have a place that's actually open on a Monday night seems to be a rare thing nowadays in Anchorage. read more

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If this is the only meal you have time for in Anchorage make sure this is the place you stop at. Off of the main strip in Downtown, but if you're looking a a hearty and filling meal look no further. The short rib poutine was amazing the tenderness of the short rib and the savory gravy with the duck fat fries make you keep reaching for more. So throw a dart at the menu, you can't go wrong just look at all the food in the pictures. Beautifully presented with great flavor. The ambiance is a modern rustic feel to it. And the service is warm and inviting. Grabbing a beer and some food from here rejuvenated us after multiple traveling days. read more

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This restaurant is suffering from an identity crisis - you just don't know what you're getting, everything from the aesthetic to the food offerings. Is it a traditional tap house? Is it Asian fusion? or standard pub fare? There were 9 of us and while we were sat pretty quickly as we had reservations, it took a while to order. We ordered the poutine as a starter. It never came out - our entrees were served. I had inquired about the poutine and she said someone forgot it. Then several minutes later she came out with the poutine, which had been sitting under the warmer and said it someone did make it if we wanted it. This was after everyone had already eaten half of their dinner. I said NO as it was almost likely luke warm by now. You'd think she just would've served it and comped it since it was her mistake. I ordered the steak salad and the portion and flavor were good. The charred whole green onions are a messy plating - I'd remove that. The risotto was a bit too rich for my daughter's taste. The burgers and fries were probably the best entree that came out to the table (which several people ordered). The truffle fries were delicious but the garlic fries were a let down. We ordered one of each dessert and were hoping this would redeem the meal experience. Fell flat again - I swear two of the cakes were the same but with a different topping. The creme brûlée was under and gritty. Meal and staff were just ok. read more

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While in downtown Anchorage for a day, I was told that I should check this place out. We went for a late lunch/early dinner. The inside seating is limited. We did get to sit at the bar. It wasn't too busy so we were seated right away. The bartender was excellent. She grabbed menus for us right away and took our drink order as soon as we were ready. I decided on the fish and chips. You do get to choose your fries. I had the Parmesan truffle which were delicious. The fish is halibut. It had a good batter and it is not too thick. They do not have regular tartar sauce. They have a raspberry tartar sauce. I was not a big fan of it. It does come with coleslaw, but it is probably like 2 tablespoons of coleslaw. I did not try their beers. I had a glass of Pinot Grigio Instead. The menu is has a little bit of everything. They also have off menu specials. I did ask about the crab legs and they were about $100 for the pound. They have inside and outside seating. This restaurant is located downtown, so you will probably have to pay for parking. On weekdays after a certain time, the meters are free. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Menu July 2025 - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Gluten free options, fabulous service, quality food, and generous portions. I stopped by Tent City Tap House on a Thursday for a late lunch. The clam chowder is their specialty so I ordered a cup, along with a half order of fries. Everything was delicious. The fries were well seasoned, piping hot, and crispy, and the chowder was fresh and filling. Adding this to my list of Anchorage favorites!! read more

I had the cioppino which was the best I've ever had and I have cioppino all over in California! My family also loved their dishes which were short rib with shrimp and grits. He loved his dish but mine was better. The poke bowl was very tasty but had too many green onions! Please try this restaurant! read more

We stopped here as part of a food tour and really enjoyed the atmosphere and the beer. The story of the history of the taphouse was very interesting. Our server was great. We had a tasting flight for the beer and liked it all. read more

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Next door to the mall in downtown anchorage. Small but nice place. Very busy so it was a relatively long wait, but worth it. Great local (Alaskan and West Coast) beer selection. Had the fish and chips. Probably some of the best I've ever had. I believe it was halibut. read more

Definitely highlight of my food experiences in Alaska. Location is decent sized and is located on the outskirts of the mall downtown. There is ample seating and bar seating. There are both brews and wines for drinking, and flight options for those wanting to try multiple. Service was good- the waitress was helpful in making decisions regarding food and beer based on flavor profile. The Halibut Alaskana was excellent. It was incredibly flavorful and had a number of the ingredients that I typically like- fresh veggies, cheese, garlic (lots) and a flavorful fish. I kept scarfing it down and was so incredibly full and satisfied. Beware for garlic breath post-meal Loved this spot, and wish I could bring my wife here to try this fish!! read more

Tent City Taphouse - Halibut Alaskana - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Four of us got takeout - Bill was $110.00 - before tip. Wife got a burger - she said it was edible - would not get again. I got the fish and chips - it was terrible. Three small overcooked filets - very greasy. The fries were soggy and greasy. Not worth the $60+ . Never again. I'm not sure how this place has 4 stars... read more

Food was great, little pricy but worth it. This restaurant is downtown right by the mall so there's plenty to see through the large windows. They had a nice bar area with a tv for entertainment. Food did not take long to come out and our server made sure to check on us. Would have given 5 stars but the glass bottle used to pour yourself water had flakes floating in it. Not sure if the bottles are refilled with tap water or not. 9/10, would certainly eat here again. read more

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It had been a while since I went to Tent City but found myself downtown, so I stopped in. They were busy but I was still able to get seated right away. I finally got to try the mimosa flight, which was great. I got the French dip and thought it was amazing! Flavorful, cheesy, and creamy with the perfect amount of horseradish aioli. I would definitely get it again! My husband got the halibut and chips but couldn't have the fries, so they subbed carrots at no charge. I tried a bite and thought it was really good. It had more flavor than fish and chips from other places in town. Overall, we were very happy and will go back soon! read more

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Excited to see if Tent City could "out do" Beartooth's garlic cilantro fries. Unfortunately even ordering ahead of time the fries were rushed. Raw chunks of garlic on the fries. I would say they took the L, and so did I. Nashville sandwich could use less bbq. It makes the fried chicken soggy. Maybe next time Tent City read more

Good Presentation from Yelp is why we wanted roc heck this place out. Unfortunately the food was not well done. We ordered the sleeping lady salad and the cheese burger with a veggie patty. The meat on the salad was not a good cut. It was super fatty and not cooked well. The cheese burger was bland. I will say the fries were great and they were able to make it vegetarian. The server was nice but they could use 2 servers for their floor. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Classic Cheeseburger - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Small | Price | wild salmon Small - right away the major issue I saw this that the location is pretty small. There is only about 50 seats in the entire restaurant. Therefore, it is important for you to have a reservation during peak hours. However it isn't noisy which is a plus. I had dinner with a friend and her husband and we were able to have a nice conversation. Price - the price point is relatively higher than others in anchorage. The food quality to price ratio is pretty good however. So, it is worth the 10-15% higher price point. The meals aren't large but they are filling if you have a standard appetite. Wild Salmon - I had the wild salmon special. It was delicious. It came with season veggies and was delivered on top of a mash potato bed. It was a 10-12 ounce piece of salmon which essentially seasoned to perfection. Would highly recommend. Pro tip: there is a good amount of street parking and a public parking lot within 1 block of the location. Therefore, you don't need to add time to your travel schedule. Pro tip: they have 24 beers on tap that are local and rotate. Therefore, it's a nice spot to try out multiple local beers. Pro tip: they have beer and mimosa flights. So, you can sample a bunch of items on their menu for a relatively low cost. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Wild Salmon special - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Late night hunger satisfied with a call in order right before they closed! So gracious in taking my order without hesitation! Literally arrived to pickup my burger and fries before closing! Nice looking bar in downtown! Smelled the delicious, juicy cheese burger and garlic/cilantro duck fat fries! Yep smelled delicious and was right on the money! Them fries had most unique tastes.. real fries.. with plenty of flavor! Thanks for being so good especially when your late night craving is specific! read more

Tent City Taphouse - After I started bc it smell too good!! - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I have lived in Anchorage for 4 years now and I have eaten at Tentcity Taphouse too many times to count. This is by far my favorite restaurant in the city, for multiple reasons. The staff is always extremely friendly, the environment is consistent, it's a nice place to bring out of town visitors and most importantly the food is really really good. Now I have to admit, I always order the same exact thing, but guests have ordered different menu items and haven't had any complaints. My menu favorites are the duck fries (truffle parmesan), the wings (w/ blueberry and Tennessee hot on the side) and the artic cioppino. All of these items are seasoned to perfection and I highly recommend. Lastly, I always get the mimosa flight which is perfect pairing for these dishes. Highly recommend. read more

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The gluten-free halibut fish and chips were what initially brought us in. The ambiance, service, and quality of food is what will keep us coming back for more! Our server made some great beer suggestions for my beer flight as well. We'll definitely return next time I'm in Anchorage. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Beer Flight - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Great spot for a cold beer! Tent City Taphouse has a solid selection -- plenty of local options and some nice rotating taps to keep things interesting. The atmosphere is welcoming, and it's a good place to relax with friends after work. Service was friendly and pretty quick, even when it got busy. Only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five is the food, it's decent, but nothing spectacular. Overall, definitely worth a visit if you're a beer lover. I'll be back to try more! read more

Wicked good brews and upscale pub food. Firstly, they had a great selection of 24 beers on tap (all from Alaskan breweries)! I could not decide on just one, and our server recommended a few for a customized flight. I appreciated the thoughtful level of service and loved all the beers I tried! We also ordered dinner while sipping our drinks. I had the Downtown Style Burger and we ordered a Braised Duck Poutine to share. Wow. I was anticipating standard pub fare, but they kicked it to another level! I was impressed on all fronts - great service, fun ambience and top notch brews and bites. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Food was okay, however service is why we didn't visit a second time during our stay. We ordered to go, told 20 minutes. Got there and it was another 20 before it was actually ready. The hostess forgot what we were waiting on and several others came out and kept telling us different times. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Nashville Chicken Sandwich & fries - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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This place is amazing! Our new favorite spot. You can tell the chef really cares about the food and everything was done to perfection! read more

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Even with a waitress handoff mid-meal, this is excellent food and a good experience. Everything was wildly flavorful. Small seating environment, so be prepared to wait. Order every kind of fries. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Nashville Chicken Sandwich - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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Super good food and loved the ambiance. Easily walkable and also have great beers. Glad I was able to stop here while on vacation.

Everything here was amazing! Impressive beer tap list for a little place, but all the food was incredible. I had the blueberry stacker (with huckleberry ice cream and a side of reindeer sausage), and those pancakes were delightful. My wife had a caesar salad with salmon, and it was perfect. My friend had the sleeping lady salad with some amazing steak, and another person had the halibut and chips (those fries were truly excellent). Highly recommended! read more

Just an average experience today at Tent City Taphouse! I definitely recommend the key lime wheat beer, especially if you like fruity beers or sours. We started with the short rib poutine, but it came without the short rib. We were hungry and didn't realize until we were already nibbling.. we thought maybe the meat was under the cheese? Haha. Eventually we asked our waitress about it and she offered to have it remade, but it wasn't worth it to us because we had already eaten so much of it. It was a tasty dish regardless! All four of us got sandwiches-- the Nashville chicken was definitely HOT not just mild. The bun was super soggy. My sister and I each got the girdwood burger, DELICIOUS. I love the classic combination of veggies, feta, hummus, and tzatziki. The truffle fries & the cilantro fries were both good, the cilantro ones being less intense in flavor. read more

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We ordered the Mushroom Ravioli (Vegan) & the Halibut (fish & fries). The Mushroom Ravioli was excellent! The fish & fried was also excellent. The service was fast & efficient. Our server refilled our drinks almost instantly. The beer menu was extensive. I had a Hefenweiser that was very good. The ambiance is a down town brew house with a good selection of seating. read more

The service was okay. I waited for a little bit. Sat at the bar which seats about 7-9 to wait for a table. So I had 2 beers each $8.50 = $17.00 & an appetizer @= $18.99 at the bar. This place is downtown so walking distance to the hotels. Off the street parking. Free after 6pm. The beer menu is in the screen but not able to see the menu for them. Pricey for just a drop in. Been here done that. Started to get busy after 6pm. A little bit of a wait time. The place is nice & comfortable for a nice corner bar. read more

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This was a good restaurant for some great eats! I started with a flight of beer, the bartender was very helpful and knowledgeable, she allowed me to sample a few so that I could make an informed decision. Our appetizer was the scallop spinach dip and it was delicious. The bread served with it was very soft and paired nicely. The special that night was a King Salmon dish and it was a great and fresh meal. The Bootlegger NY deal was very good, the combination of the oyster mushroom, steak, sauce, and potatoes were excellent. The steak was very tender and flavorful. Lastly, the short rib dish was probably the best meal of the night for me! It was very tender, well seasoned, and paired well with the shrimp. Of course I can't forget about the owner and wait staff, I wish I had their name, but they were very nice and attentive. I wish this place had liquor, that would've definitely been cool, but I understand. I'd definitely recommend this place. read more

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This place was fine. Decent beer, atmosphere, and service. Being kind of a brewery afficionado, I'd say it was good but not great.

Burgers were superb. Lived up to the reviews. Beer was excellent. Selection had over 20+ option. Ate at the bar and the service was excellent. read more

It missed for our family. The general feeling among the 6 of us was the entrees were all cooked "past" where they should have been. Be it burgers that were well done, dry meat over cooked in the French Dip & Philly Cheese, to what was probably beautiful home made pasta in the Mushroom Ravioli that was then for some reason "fried" (or baked dry?) till it was tough with a dry exterior to the point if needing a knife to cut and very chewy. It was also topped with some kind of cheese disk that you could pick up as one piece because it had been heated to the point of being a dry chewy wad. Looked like it could have been really good food but was just not taken care of in the prep. read more

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I have a LOT of thoughts on our experience at Tent City Taphouse - even though we didn't try too many food items. If it weren't for our plans to hit a few more eateries, we would have just hung out all day and sampled more. We'll start with the location. Perfectly situated in the "city" in North Anchorage, we had no issues finding the location. It's attached to the back side of the 5th Ave mall, which was perfect for our day trip (we were visiting from Kodiak and were walking all day). It's quaint inside, but has ample seating including quite a few bar seats. Fun brewery vibe, all in all we liked the ambiance. We were immediately seated and greeted by the friendly staff, who answered our questions about beer choices and food alike. First round I had a hazy IPA, and my husband got a raspberry sour, we both loved them. Second round I stuck with the IPA, and he opted for a fun flight. Now onto food - the real star of this review. We only two items, both were phenomenal. We started with the cilantro garlic fries. These were perfect for what they are, and the cilantro gave a nice unique pop. But the Arctic Cioppino was out of this world!!! It was so flavorful, and unlike any dish I had before. Most definitely one of the best dishes I've had when visiting Anchorage, and we hop over a lot (mainly to eat and drink our way thru the town, we're foodies and definitely appreciate good food). There were chunks of perfectly cooked seafood, and thick and creamy broth, pita on the side, and a delightful bright side salad with their house dressing. 10/10! We will be back! Thanks to our server Adam for steering us in the right direction, and and being overall an attentive server. Five stars guys, we can't wait to try more! read more

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Always enjoy coming here. Great service, delicious food (especially if you enjoy duck fat) and a wide variety of beers from around the state. read more

Tent City Taphouse - Mimosa Flight - American Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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I wanted to love this place. Mimosa flights and poutine for brekkie? What's not to love? I should have just had the flight. The food took over 30minites and suddenly showed up when I mentioned how long it took. I did have the eggs put to the same de, I love poutine but that was not a combo I was willing to explore. The eggs were perfectly poached, but f a little cold. Thank goodness I asked for them in the side. The poutine had clearly been sitting as the cheese curds had completely melted into the fries making it a fork and knife situation. read more

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