Alaska Travel Info
Dining in Valdez
Valdez offers visitors an authentic Alaskan dining experience, with an emphasis on fresh seafood from Prince William Sound. From casual waterfront eateries to cozy cafes, the local restaurants showcase the region’s natural bounty and warm hospitality.
Featured Restaurants
The Fat Mermaid
Popular waterfront restaurant known for seafood and pizzas.
- Specialties: Fresh seafood, gourmet pizzas
- Price Range: $$
- Atmosphere: Casual, family-friendly
- Must Try: Halibut pizza, seafood chowder
- Hours: Daily 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Location: North Harbor Drive
Old Town Burgers
Local favorite for burgers and comfort food.
- Specialties: Gourmet burgers, milkshakes
- Price Range: $$
- Atmosphere: Casual, retro diner
- Must Try: Salmon burger, reindeer sausage
- Hours: Monday-Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Location: Egan Drive
Fu King Chinese Restaurant
Popular Chinese restaurant with Alaskan influences.
- Specialties: Chinese cuisine, seafood dishes
- Price Range: $$
- Atmosphere: Casual dining
- Must Try: Halibut stir-fry, crab rangoon
- Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Location: Meals Avenue
Mike’s Palace
Family restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Specialties: American cuisine, breakfast
- Price Range: $$
- Atmosphere: Casual, family-style
- Must Try: Seafood omelet, prime rib
- Hours: Daily 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Location: Egan Avenue
Local Specialties to Try
- Fresh Prince William Sound salmon
- Local halibut
- Alaskan king crab
- Spot prawns
- Rockfish
- Reindeer sausage
- Local berry desserts
- Fresh-baked pastries
Dining Tips
- Reservations recommended during peak season
- Many restaurants have seasonal hours
- Fresh seafood availability varies
- Ask about catch of the day specials
- Some venues are cash-only
- Local food trucks in summer
- Check winter hours
Special Dietary Considerations
Available options include:
- Gluten-free menu items
- Vegetarian options
- Fresh seafood alternatives
- Local produce (seasonal)
- Special requests accommodated
- Vegan options limited but available
Food Experiences
- Harbor fish sales
- Summer food festivals
- Farmers market (seasonal)
- Food truck rallies
- Fishing charters with cook-your-catch
- Local brewery tastings
- Seafood processing tours
Local Food Sources
- Commercial fishing fleet
- Peter Pan Seafoods
- Local farms (seasonal)
- Farmers market vendors
- Food artisans
- Local bakeries
- Specialty shops
For dining recommendations or reservations assistance, contact Ahnapee Travel at andrew@ahnapeetravel.com.