Location: Ketchikan
Top Restaurants in Ketchikan
Top Things to do in Ketchikan
Most Popular Seafood food in Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Seafood food in Ketchikan, Alaska, United States. Ketchikan, one of Alaska's most Southeastern cities, is the first stop for many cruises on their way to more Northern climes. A stay in Ketchikan itself can be rewarding, however, as the city is the gateway to Misty Fjords National Monument, an area so beautiful, it is known as "The Yosemite of the North." With steep valleys formed by glaciers and lava flows left by volcanic activity, Misty Fjords offers gorgeous views of natural formations, all reflected in the calm waters of Pacific inlets.
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10. The Crab King
Reviewed By vickie s
I ordered a cup of crab bisque which was warm but had no hint of crab flavor. When my crab cakes came I should have expected the same but I hoped for better. I had 2 bites of what tasted like deep fried bread crumb patties. They were greasy and if there was crab in them I sure couldnât find it. There are lots of places to eat in Ketchikan, find somewhere else.
9. Timber's
Overall Ratings
3 based on 11 reviews
Ketchikan visitors (and locals alike) delight in slipping away from the city's bustling cruise pier to savor the solitude and scenery of our incomparably beautiful setting. Naturally, the menu highlights an array of Alaskan seafood specialties as well as
Reviewed By tkaz08
We really, really wanted to like this restaurant. We chose this restaurant hoping for a very nice family lunch. The location and view are stellar and the inside of the restaurant was beautiful. We arrived for lunch and knew the menu was limited but didn't realize it was quite that limited. Only 4 items. We were okay with that since we all found something we liked. 2 of us got the halibut and chips which was very good. 2 of us got the French dip which was awful. Very fatty meat on a burned bun that was just hard to choke down. One person got the burger which was also terrible. How do you mess up a burger? It appeared to be one of those pressed patties that was broiled. Honestly, the little shack down the road at Knudson cover had a much better burger. Giving it 3 stars because the fish and chips were good but very disappointed in the rest. The price was high and the food was below standard. The service was okay but not outstanding. I would not recommend this place, at least not for lunch. It is possible that dinner is better but after our experience I wouldn't chance it.
8. Heen Kahidi Restaurant
Reviewed By johnoW5598YU
This is the restaurant in the Cape Fox Lodge and we dined here multiple times for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Everything we had was excellent. You may wait a bit but that's because it's all fresh. Now the bread pudding is so good you order it as an appetiser so you have the chance for a second go as dessert. Most bread puddings in the US are heavy, dry and stodgy this is moist light and flavorful - top class do not miss.
7. The Dirty Dungee
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By JD10367
The place was packed (the start of the tourist season) but the waitress was attentive and the food came out quicker than expected. Crab dip was pretty good, chowder was surprisingly good (and Iâm from New England so Iâve eaten a lot of chowder), crab grilled cheese was tasty. A little overpriced, sure, but if youâre in a tourist trap town eating right near the ship you really canât expect bargain prices.
6. Alaska King Crab Co
Overall Ratings
4 based on 114 reviews
If youâre looking for legendary Alaska seafood, you could not have come to a better place. Ketchikan has been a fishing mecca since the Native Alaskans traveled from their remote villages to the banks of Ketchikan Creek to catch and process salmon. Alaska
Reviewed By LWSalinas
While this place is right in the tourist area of Ketchikan as you get off the cruise ship, it delivered on our expectations. We wanted to order a half snow crab and crab dip so everyone could taste it and it was just the right size and delicious! We washed it down (the adults) with a crazy green glacier drink and had some laughs. After that, we could cross crab legs off the bucket list!LWSalinas,We are delighted that we helped you cross crab legs off of your bucket list! Thank you so much for coming into the Alaska King Crab Co. and for taking the time to write this 5 star review. Its very rewarding to know that you enjoyed your food and the crazy green glacier drink. We hope to see you again if you are ever return to Ketchikan.
5. Waterfront Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Loren778899
Start with lumpia and you canât go wrong. Then pork pancit bihon and chicken adobo and life is good again! There is nothing like a little basic Filipino food! Thank you!
4. Ketchikan Crab & Grille
Overall Ratings
4 based on 286 reviews
Know for the best homemade clam chowder in town, specializing in crab - King, Snow and Dungeness- and other assorted seafood including wild-caught salmon and halibut. With a waterfront location, the restaurant is a 1-minute walk from cruise ship berths 1
Reviewed By eppikureeus
Family of four on a Friday for an early dinner. The restaurant was busy but not full. The only part of the meal that went smoothly was getting seated. Our server was friendly and trying, but both the bar and kitchen seemed to be totally disorganized. Beers took 20 minutes, food took 30-45 minutes - 3 meals came out together, the fourth (crab legs, which should have been the easiest) canes out 15 minutes later. They were very good but pretty small for the price, the crab Mac n cheese, Caesar salad and salmon burger were all very good. Not sure we would go back. Hi! What a confusing review. Service was friendly, food was âvery goodâ but it took too long? Was it 30 or 45 minutes? Because 30 minutes for made to order food is what it would take to ummmm make the food. If it was 45, well, Iâm thinking thatâs still pretty reasonable.The disorganization you saw at the bar was that all 4 of our kegs blew 1 after the other and yes, it was a little chaotic replacing each and every keg hence, your 20 minute wait for beer. And if you ordered the IPA that darn keg just would not work. I am sorry about that and I can honestly say THAT has NEVER happened before. (whew) Iâm seeing that you give pretty consistent bad reviews and Iâm wondering if maybe you just like to criticize others. I will speak for all the managers of all the restaurants you have posted negative reviews to - please speak up at the time of your unhappiness so that we can explain things like kegs blowing and how long it takes to prepare your food.
3. Annabelle's Famous Keg and Chowder House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1125 reviews
Reviewed By LocaLola24
This was our last port for our Alaskan cruise and I had not eaten crab yet. So, for lunch my husband and I scoured the area for a crab restaurant. We stumbled across Annabelle's and decided to stop in. I ordered the King Crab leg. It was huge. And I had the chowder, which was thick and delicious. So, I was satisfied that I had what I came to eat, though it was pricey. My order came with a bowl of white rice, which I didn't understand and didn't eat. My husband ordered the fish and chips.Funny though, that evening on the ship, crab legs were served. Not as big, but it's just funny that I had to stop to get it for lunch on the same day they served it for free. In any case, I would recommend Annabelle's to any visiting the area. I wish I could try more of the other foods on the menu.LocaLola24,Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a 4 star review and tell us about your experience. We are happy that you decided to stop on for lunch and that you enjoyed the King Crab, chowder and fish and chips. It is traditional, in Alaska, to serve King Crab with rice. Between the rice, butter and crab it makes for a good side dish. We hope you come back again!
2. Cape Fox Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 383 reviews
The lodge has a full service dining room/lounge that we visited.
Reviewed By lionelp541
We waited a long time after being seated.Eventually we asked for a waiter to take our order, the food was good but we had to wait ages for it, which was strange as the restaurant was not busy.Nice place, good views, good food, very slow.
1. New York Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 291 reviews
Reviewed By Travel212
Recommended by our tour guide and the brewery around the corner, we decided to stop in for a late lunch and were glad we did.Service was casual and friendly, and the food was good. There were several locals eating there which is always a good sign. I had the Halibut and chips and highly recommend it. I don't typically enjoy fish but damn this was tasty! I'm still thinking about it...Great place to take a load off and fuel up while exploring this lovely town!
