No matter where you travel on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, you’ll find plenty of culinary options. Fresh seafood is abundant and recommended when visiting the Kenai Peninsula – you won’t find any fresher. Everything from a fine dining experience with an extensive wine list to a local brewpub to a small mom-and-pop cafe can be found on the Kenai. There’s something for all tastes and wallets.
Everything Bagels
Community: Soldotna
We serve fresh-baked bagels, homemade spreads, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and espresso drinks. Stop by and savor the crunchy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside combination that you only get from hand-made bagels!
Gwin's Lodge
Community: Cooper Landing
This centrally located historic log roadhouse is a one-stop shop that offers great food, charming cabins, fishing tackle, and concierge booking service. Check out the 2016 Summer Concert Series calendar.
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
Community: Soldotna
Join us at our new hillside location on the northern edge of town and check out the view from our bar! Try one of our signature Mexican meals and discover for yourself why we are a favorite stop for locals far and wide! Beer and wine available for guests 21 and over.
Duck Inn Restaurant & Lounge
Community: Soldotna
The Place to be on K-beach Road in Soldotna! Our lodging is centrally located and a perfect home base for your Alaskan adventure. While you’re here, take advantage of our onsite restaurant and bar – a favorite haunt for locals old and new!
The Flats Bistro
Community: Kenai
Watch for caribou and eagles as you enjoy hand-made pasta, burgers and desserts on our deck overlooking the “flats” at the mouth of the Kenai River. Our menu rotates with the seasons and features wild Alaskan seafood, house-smoked meats and a variety of Alaskan ales.
brew @ 602
Community: Soldotna
Come by our location on “Whistle Hill” in Soldotna and enjoy handcrafted espresso in a retired Alaska Railroad car!
Buckets Sports Grill
Community: Soldotna
Cool and casual, loud and crowded, this is the best place to grab a cold one and watch your favorite game. Sports Fans and others wanting a great meal congregate here, whether inside or on the deck you will be pleased with the great food offered!
Iditarod Cafe
Community: Kenai
Visit the Iditarod Cafe to enjoy howlin' good food! Featuring the 1/2 pond Iditarod Burger, smoked meats, and homemade pot pies. The Iditarod cafe is sure to satisfy your hunger!!!
Golden International Asian Cuisine
Community: Soldotna
Our staff is committed to providing you with a wonderful experience and delicious Asian cuisine. Our experienced and professional chefs are passionate about bringing authentic Chinese food to The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground!
Pizza Boys
Community: Soldotna
Producing authentic, hand-tossed, stone-baked pizzas made to order with fresh, high quality ingredients, freshly made dough and house-made sauces for more than 20 years. Build your own pizza or try one of our signature creations!
AJ's OldTown Steakhouse & Tavern
Community: Homer
Located in the heart of Old Town Homer, we are known locally for serving up amazing steaks, Alaskan seafood, specialty drinks, goodwill and hospitality for more than 70 years! Open year round. Affordable prices.www.thedriftwoodinn.com
Kenai River Brewing Company
Community: Soldotna
Our taproom offers 20 house-made beers, as well as a house-made root beer. Our kitchen offers daily specials, and a regular menu of house-made favorites including the KRBC burger, poutine, and beer mac-n-cheese. Open daily from 12 to 8.