Local guide

Eat & explore like a local.

The spots we send every guest to — warm food after a cold night, Fairbanks classics, and tours we trust. One-click directions or a reservation.

Where to eat

Food & restaurants

From special-occasion dining to a hot bowl of ramen at midnight.

Lavelle's Bistro

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Fine dining · Wine cellar

Fairbanks' special-occasion favorite — steaks, seafood, big wine list. Book ahead.

Date nightReserve

The Pump House

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Alaskan · Historic riverside

A Fairbanks landmark on the Chena River. Alaskan seafood, game, and history on the walls.

IconicRiverside

Lemongrass Thai Cuisine

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Thai

Consistently the top-rated Thai in town — warming curries after a cold aurora night.

CozyPopular

Soba

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Korean · Japanese

Beloved local spot for bibimbap, ramen, and sushi. Great for a warm, quick dinner.

AsianComfort

HooDoo Brewing Co.

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Craft brewery

Fairbanks' favorite taproom — German-style beers and a lively local crowd.

Craft beerLocal

Silver Gulch Brewing

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Brewpub

The northernmost brewery in America, just outside town in Fox. Food + flights.

BreweryNorthernmost

The Cookie Jar

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Breakfast · Comfort

Huge portions, famous baked goods — the go-to hearty breakfast before a day of adventures.

BreakfastFamily

Pagoda Restaurant

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Chinese

Longtime local Chinese spot — generous plates and familiar favorites.

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Get out there

Tours & guides we trust

Prefer to have it handled? We'll book any of these onto your stay.

Aurora chasing tours

Guided late-night hunts that drive to the clearest skies and wake you when the lights pop.

NightGuided
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Northern lights photography

Small-group photo tours with camera coaching so you leave with real shots.

PhotoCoaching
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Chena Hot Springs day tours

Round-trip transport, ice museum, and an aurora soak in one easy package.

Day tripTransport
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Dog sledding experiences

From short rides to mushing your own team through the boreal forest.

Bucket listAM/PM
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Make it an easy trip

Book a home and we'll help you plan the food, tours, and aurora around your dates.

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