A Restaurant for Every Month: 12 Bucket-List Worthy Spots in Alaska

If you’re on the hunt for some great restaurants in Alaska, you’re in luck! Our state is packed with seriously good food, so we went ahead and compiled a bucket list of places to eat your way through over the next 12 months. From fine dining to casual taco joints, this list features some of the best restaurants in Alaska, no matter where you are in the Last Frontier.

1. Start the Year at Fairbanks’ Blue Roof Bistro

Comfort food doesn’t get much better than the dishes served up at the Blue Roof Bistro. With fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a menu studded with juicy burgers, bacon macaroni and cheese, and even a garlic grilled cheese, if you need to warm up in the new year, head to Blue Roof Bistro. The bacon mac & cheese is a must for a cozy January meal.

2. February Dining at Vagabond Blues in Palmer

There are few places better to warm up than at Vagabond Blues in downtown Palmer. This great little cafe serves freshly baked goodies, hot soups, and warm paninis. And of course, you won’t want to forget the hot coffee and incredible espresso drinks. They're even gluten-free and vegan-friendly! There’s a reason this place is always busy, and it’s definitely the food. Try a hot latte with one of their freshly baked pastries for the ultimate winter treat.

3. Crow’s Nest, Anchorage – A Must-Visit March Restaurant

What could be more bucket-list worthy than this epic fine-dining restaurant with a view? The Crow’s Nest has been around for decades, and winning awards for just as long. Visit for their incredible dishes featuring local Alaskan ingredients, their award-winning wine list of over 10,000 bottles, or simply the restaurant's sublime views of Anchorage. Perfect for a special occasion, with over 10,000 wines to choose from.

4. Celebrate Spring at Wild Honey Bistro in Homer

As the weather gets warmer, you’re going to want to head south to Homer. Located in Old Town, this charming little crêperie is located close to the ocean and serves up some of the best crêpes you’ll find in Alaska. Come in for the food, stay for the drinks, and leave happy and full when you dine at this incredible little bistro in Homer. Outdoor seating offers a fresh ocean breeze as you enjoy your crêpe.

5. May Dining at Spoonline Bistro, Girdwood

This gorgeous bistro in Girdwood is just a 40-minute drive from Anchorage. Filled with great brunch, lunch, and dinner options, you’ll find an upscale yet casual dining space and a menu featuring international flavors. Open year-round, this bistro is a favorite of locals and tourists alike. Perfect for a spring brunch with local flair.

6. The Saltry Restaurant, Halibut Cove – A June Dining Dream

The Saltry is another award-winning restaurant that you need to visit. This visit won’t be like many of the others: you’ll have to get on a ferry and cross Kachemak Bay to eat here. But it will be worth it! Besides the show-stopping views you’ll get while you dine in the mountains and ocean, you’ll also be eating at a place so good that even the New York Times has written an article on it. It’s worth it, but reservations are necessary, so make sure to book ahead. Book ahead – this Alaskan gem fills quickly during summer months. Check out their Facebook page for updates.

7. July: Everts Air Cargo Café (Silver Gulch Brewing), Fairbanks

Do you want to sip something local yet iconic? Then, consider checking out Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co. when in Alaska in July. It is one of Alaska's operating breweries and home of the Everts Air Cargo Café. It is a perfect stopover for beer lovers, and you also enjoy comfort food and Interior Alaska flavor. It is one of my favorite spots in Alaska, and I hope you'll have a nice experience when you visit as well.

8. August Eats at Talkeetna Spinach Bread in Talkeetna

Who can think of August and the Alaska State Fair without also thinking about Talkeetna Spinach Bread? This renovated Airstream trailer only does a couple of items, but they do them well. Famous for this garlicky cheese bread, you’ll want to add on the Brazilian Limeade and Berry Rhubarb Crisp for the ultimate in state fair food. Got a craving earlier in the summer? See them in Talkeetna, where you’ll also get the chance to try one of their daily specials. Try the Brazilian Limeade with a slice of the garlicky spinach bread.

9. The Lone Chicharron, Seward – A Flavorful September Stop

What better way to warm up than with a belly full of tacos? Alaska tacos are done right at this small restaurant in Seward. Open year-round, you can order burritos, tacos, house-made paletas, and plenty of cerveza. The menu is small, but the food is good – really, really good! Head on over the next time you find yourself in Seward. You’ll be glad you did.

10. Enjoy Autumn Flavors at Addie Camp in Soldotna

This incredible restaurant is located inside a vintage railcar. Built in 1913, this lovely railroad car is over 107 years old! The restaurant’s seating is inside the train car, and the kitchen and wine bar are in an attached, modern building right next door. This entire restaurant is an experience and one you won’t want to miss. Dining inside a 1913 railcar is a one-of-a-kind Alaskan adventure. This is a must-visit the next time you’re in Soldotna!

11. Pingo Bakery – Seafood House in Nome: A Must-Visit Eatery

What’s a trip to Nome without a stop at Pingo Bakery-Seafood House? This restaurant does double duty, creating some of the most incredible baked goods and seafood you’ll find in Nome. Open year-round, plan to drop by this small restaurant that serves incredible food made with high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients. Don’t leave without trying a fresh pastry after your seafood entrée.

12. December – Cozy Up at Turkey Red in Palmer

When in the Mat-Su Valley, Turkey Red in Palmer is the most respected spot for cozy vibes, wine lovers, and early winter dining. Don't forget to order scratch Italian-inspired dishes, and impressive wine, and you will understand why residents save this restaurant for special occasions. They serve delicious wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta adn plated entrées. You will also enjoy the warm, intimate December atmosphere.

Now that we've gotten your tummy rumbling, we have to put you to work. What do you think are the best restaurants in Alaska? Are there any Alaska restaurants we missed? Let us know! Share your recommendations and start planning your culinary journey through the Last Frontier with the Only in Your State Itinerary Planner.