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!

One of the first places I visited in 1984, it was truly original. It was a historical sight and…read moregreat place to visit with the locals. I loved going there. Like so many of my most enjoyable places, it is no longer operating, Great saddness.

I can recommend Indian House for a beer...but only for *one* beer…read more It's in a great spot. One of the only watering holes on the Seward Hwy between the weigh station and Girdwood. The problem comes from the fact that the beer I ordered was $8.50! Outrageous! Even for an Alaska Tourist Trap, this is high. Yes, it was a double-IPA from Alaska brewing, so it was a higher-gravity ale. Still, I feel this beer should have a special disclaimer before ordering. When I come back, I'll probably get the "$3 special". I'm not sure what that is, but it sure beats $8.50.

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.

May 6th, 2026 I…read moreordered the Rueben sandwich. It was very delicious. About the same price as a McDonald's #3 with large fries but a heck of a lot better for you and taste so much better!

the lady serving us was so slow and our appetizers came cold after we finally asked for them…read more I don't think I'll go back there.

Had a four-course dinner at this restaurant, and since we had a reservation, the tram ride was…read morecomplimentary. Service was good overall. I started with the scallop bisque, which had just the right amount of spice and tasted great. For the second course, I had the quail agnolotti, but it was my least favorite. It lacked flavor, and the pasta wasn't soft enough, so I couldn't finish it. The filet of beef for the entrée was very good. For dessert, I had the Glacier, which was a little too sweet for me. My husband had the keylime, which was tart and delicious. After dinner, we went to the bar area to enjoy the view and had a couple of glasses of wine. Overall, a great experience with an amazing view.

If I could give less than one star, I would…read more Yes, the views from Seven Glaciers are beautiful--but this is Alaska. Spectacular scenery is everywhere, so don't expect the view alone to justify the cost. Our dinner was one of the biggest disappointments of our entire trip. We were celebrating our friends' 30th wedding anniversary, making the evening especially meaningful. Our bill was over $1,700 for our group, and not one person at our table said they even liked their meal. Several dishes were barely edible. My scallop soup contained one scallop that was not fully cooked and a tiny piece of cracker. The gazpacho was overwhelmingly spicy. The beet salad was served over scattered drops of horseradish that weren't even applied consistently from one plate to another, making the dish feel careless and unbalanced. The main courses were average at best. Some people didn't even finish their filet mignon, which should be one of the easiest dishes for a restaurant of this caliber to get right. The desserts were just as disappointing. No one finished theirs, and no one had anything positive to say about them. The service was equally unacceptable. Before dinner even began, one of our friends quietly asked the waiter if he could please bring a candle with the anniversary dessert to help celebrate the couple's 30th wedding anniversary. It was the very first request made after we were seated, yet it was completely overlooked. The desserts arrived with no candle, no acknowledgment of the occasion, and no apology. It may seem like a small detail, but it reflected the lack of attentiveness we experienced throughout the evening. Our waiter repeatedly reached across guests instead of serving properly, refused to clear plates himself because he wanted the bus staff to do it, and the overall service felt slow, awkward, and very unprofessional. Even though the restaurant wasn't busy, every part of the meal seemed to take far longer than it should have. What really confirmed that it wasn't just us was talking to the family seated next to us--a group of 14--who felt exactly the same way about both the food and the service. I consider myself a true foodie. I love trying new restaurants and cuisines, and I'm far from being a picky eater. I almost never write negative reviews, but this experience was simply unacceptable. I had heard this restaurant was a "must-do" while visiting the area, which made the experience even more disappointing. In my opinion, it's simply not worth the money. I wouldn't even recommend paying to ride the tram just to dine here, because you'll find breathtaking scenery all over Alaska without spending hundreds of dollars on a meal that falls far short of expectations. I sincerely hope this review helps other travelers avoid making the same very expensive mistake we did.

This place has a really nice romantic feel if you're looking for that with big windows and cozy…read morechairs by candlelight. Or you can watch a game on there many tvs and sit at the bar for a more chill vibe. The food though beautifully plated lacks the taste. We tried the deviled eggs with crab and the dill was overpowering with the rest just being a dull flavor. The poutine was good, but wish the cheese curds were more melted and smaller bites with a little more gravy. The apple crisp was pretty good I would get that again. I'm giving it four stars because of the pricing it's better than other restaurants in the resort. The food is just meh but it's a decent choice. Otherwise it would be three stars. Try to get a seat by the windows

Have always enjoyed time spent at A-Bar, even back when it was Aurora Bar. They've got a shiny new…read moreinterior now, same great views out the windows. For lunch I tried the chicken club sandwich and deviled eggs with crab. The deviled eggs were good because they tasted tender and fresh, the crab was a nice touch but I think it needed a little crunch. Like a little celery or crunchy breadcrumb maybe. The sandwich was delicious and filling. The chicken wasn't thin deli sliced, but rather roasted and added in thick slabs. I loved the crispy prosciutto also. It came with a side of fries which would be so much better if they'd been served hot and crispy. Service team get an A for effort and personality but at times seemed a little rattled. Almost every table had little kids sitting at them, including ours. It'd be great if A-Bar had a more extensive kids menu. They only offer a couple beige items like cheeseburger or cheese quesadilla. All in all a great visit and we will be back!

As part of a Salmonberry Tour, we had the opportunity to ride a tram to the top of the mountain at…read morethe Alyeska Resort. At the top of the mountain is Bore Tide Bar. After the strenuous () ride up on the tram, we had NO better choice than to sit outside at the bar and enjoy 2 ice cold beers ($9 each.) The Mother Ale was smooth and lite! The Denali Engine, a red beer, had a malty taste. My husband said it was good but he wouldn't rush out and buy a 6 pack ‍.) Having the ability to sit outside at a mountaintop bar was quite spectacular but we also were able to take our plastic cups of beer with us to walk the trails or tour the mountain side, if we so chose. The two of us didn't go far, as we only had an hour up there due to being in a group tour. We did see many people walking and running the trails, tho! If I had to point out a negative, it would be the flys/mosquitoes! They were well represented amid all the humans!!

This is for the bar side of the Bore Tide. You aren't going to find a better view - it's a bar on…read moretop of a mountain! Sit on the stools looking out and enjoy. Walk up to the bar to order. The bartender makes very good drinks - we had an espresso martini and a margarita. They let you order food from the deli too - the food is probably 3+ stars, but what you would expect from a deli. Fries were good.

I must give credit to this Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel. Although I was just here for one evening to…read morerest my head before officially driving famed Seward Highway...it really was the ideal place to stay. Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel is a rustic and cozy wooden lodge situated right off Seward Highway. It specifically sits 25 miles south of downtown Anchorage and 100 miles north of the town of Seward. In fact, the address for Brown Bear states that it's situated in the town of Indian, Alaska. I've never heard of Indian, AK...but basically if you need a place to stay in and around Seward Highway, this Brown Bear Lodge is accommodative. What was even more terrific about staying here was that the location felt far away from the hustle and bustle of Anchorage. The hotel views look out upon the scenic Turnagain Arm waters with the snow-capped Kenai mountains standing tall in the distance. Even though Brown Bear is located right off a very busy section of Seward Highway, I genuinely felt like I was staying in the heart of nature. And btw...when I did visit and spend the night here, unfortunately there was a lot of construction going on beside the highway. So here it is, Brown Bear Saloon and Lodge...a prime spot for those getting ready to start and or continue their Seward Highway journeys. Well, one thing...when I woke up in the morning, I actually had to backtrack a little up north on Seward Highway for about 15 miles. Yeah so, I take that back, the lodge isn't really the start of Seward Highway. But I traveled back north for 15 miles to the Potter Marsh Boardwalk where I explored for a little before returning back on Seward Highway for the 115-mile trek south. Basically...this Brown Bear Lodge and Saloon was much better than grabbing some random hotel in downtown Anchorage. It had personality and charm. What was surprisingly amazing about my stay was the price! Throughout my 3-week voyage around Alaska, Brown Bear had the cheapest rate by far! It was $67 (with taxes and fees included) for a room I had on the 2nd floor just above the restaurant. I mean, $67...can it get any cheaper for a place to stay right along iconic Seward Highway at the start of summer travel season? Lol, I don't think so. Although my room would be standard for most tourists...for me it really stood out with a lot of great amenities. It had a walk-in glass door shower (not just a tub with a curtain), very comfortable towels to dry off afterwards. And here me...I don't think I'd ever recall thinking about towels making a difference during my stay, but they really were fluffy and comfortable. Lol, maybe they were brand new? The room also had a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee pot, good sink area and a giant mirror with good lighting. Btw...I checked-in, inside the restaurant. Then I was given a key and shown the stairway to the 2nd floor. Too bad I had already eaten in Anchorage prior to arriving here because the restaurant looked very interesting...like a casual blue-collar spot to grab a good old-fashioned burger and fries...or simply just your typical all-American type of fair. Point is...the restaurant appeared accommodating for those spending the night as you can just have a hearty meal and then return to your room. Some extras about the restaurant...it resembled a bar/pub with a colorfully fun atmosphere. They had high top tables and chairs...a huge selections of beers on-tap. I believe I saw a billiards table to play and plenty of televisions to watch sports. I'd recommend eating here if you didn't catch a bite back in Anchorage. Overall, I'm happy I discovered Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel. I found it on Priceline. I couldn't have asked for a better one-night stay after all the traveling I had done prior to arriving here. This place is definitely emblematic of your off the beaten path motel/lodge sitting right in the cross section for traveling to all parts of southern Alaska.

I cannot comment on the food as we didn't eat here, but we crashed here one night on our drive down…read moreto whittier. We stayed in the cabin out back. My husband went inside to check in and he said that the people there were incredibly friendly. The bar was filled with locals and it seemed like a great place to just hang out. Our room was really comfortable and pretty clean.The only thing that I noted was that there were a lot of cobwebs up on the ceiling, but I know that they were pretty high up there. The room isn't anything incredibly fancy.But for the price, it seemed really reasonable. The kids slept on the futon that pulls out. The futon does block the door just a little bit whenever you pull it out, but it wasn't enough to really cause a problem. Our bed was comfortable, although there was a little bit of light shining through the curtains all night, given that it was summertime and there was so much sun out.