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    Van's Dive Bar

    4.2 (18 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for groups

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    Anna R.

    This is a small dive bar but I had a great time. Although they did not have the beer I like to drink, I tried some new ones. The bartender was nice. They had a popcorn maker that made me happy!

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    Andrew H.

    WUT?! How am I the first to get this first? You've probably driven by Van's a bunch of times and not even noticed it. It's the small bar next to Lucky Wishbone. It used to be called something else. The name is pretty straight-forward: this is a dive bar. Not the kind that has been in Anchorage for years, the site of stabbings and seedy dealings. Nope, this place just opened and was remodeled to look...exactly like one of those places. It looks like it's been here for a long time. I don't mean that in a bad way, it's not dirty. It just has the look of an Alaskan bar that's been sitting here since before I was born. We stopped in for a drink to check the place out. They have a few taps, mostly domestics. (they had an IPA though, so don't worry) My friends got margaritas which are apparently one of their specialties. Definitely check 'em out if you're in the neighborhood!

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    Free to be yourself...good music...atmosphere good people...location is good....parking a available

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    Went here for live Rock music and was not disappointed. It's loud and crowded but a fun place, even for a "mature" couple.

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    They don't charge a cover, cheaper drinks than most of downtown and free popcorn.

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    The atmosphere was really nice. The brewery is a little hidden but really cozy inside. As a solo…read moretraveler the bar is usually the place to go. Average wait time is 30 mins for a group. Everything was priced relative well. Not too expensive and not super cheap either. The bacon caramelized onion Brussel sprouts were so delicious. Straight 10/10, I would absolutely recommend. The steak was average so so. Vegetables of course do get a cold as you eat. Mashed potatoes were delicious but also average. The glacier spiked lemonade was okay. The drink wasn't too strong and had a good flavor. Wasn't anything special considering the name.

    We are in Anchorage for one night before heading back home to the northeast. A friend recommended…read morethis restaurant so we joined them for dinner. Our table started off with the brussel sprouts appetizer which was PHENOMENAL. I ordered the 2025 stout for a beer and it was very tasty. For our mains the entire table got halibut fish and chips and my son opted for the ranch pizza. The pizza was really good. The only downfall is the dish was overcooked but overall still very tasty. Our server was great and attentive. It seems to be one of the best restaurants in the area to dine. It's VERY busy so I do recommend a reservation. It has a cool brewhouse vibe to it. I don't think anyone would be disappointed dining here.

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