Hearty morning meals including eggs, bacon, French toast, and signature crab Benedict.
Traditional dishes like burgers, sandwiches, and platters in a cozy, family-friendly setting.
Friendly table service with a welcoming staff in a historic Alaskan-themed atmosphere.
Enjoy drinks at the bar with a local vibe, perfect for socializing and watching TV.
Accommodations for parties and families with a spacious waiting area and efficient service.
Quick, friendly service. Food came out hot. I got the special with 2 eggs, bacon, and French toast. It was all really good. The atmosphere is great.
A must visit. Fox News is on. The bartender was the best. She made me feel welcome and was just a gem! Order breakfast- it is the way to go. All other guests were locals so their conversation was so fun to listen to. Highly recommend for a true old school Alaskan experience. I know they voted for the idiot in power and I still ate there- bringing the true diversity this place needed. The only way we can change is to talk. And that is what I did here. Great place!
What a breakfast! The cool Alaska theme with history throughout is really cool, and the people working there are impressively nice. Our server was on point and knew the menu cold. The food came out fast, and it was all very, VERY good. 5 people were no problem for her to seat, serve, and maintain. I really regret not coming here sooner.
I really really wanted to love this place. But ultimately it’s meh. Let’s start with pros. The menu does have a lot of options allowing picky eaters to find their groove. The staff was very kind and the decor was nice to look at especially while waiting. I did Ike that they had a nice sized waiting area especially with it being cold. The food was not bad and the coffeee was good!! No the cons… the building was not in the best shape some areas looked as though it was falling apart. The food was very bland with not much flavor at all. It was very very similar to ihop actually. The burger was the best thing we had.
We are in town visiting from WA and wanted a breakfast place and Gwennies was suggested several times. The food was so good! I had the crab Benedict and it was the best I have rated with big chunks of crab. Our server was amazing and the food came quickly.

Serving hearty Alaskan classics with old-school charm since 1971.
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Gwennie's Old Alaska Restaurant is a beloved Anchorage institution, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere steeped in local history. Specializing in classic American and breakfast fare, we serve up generous portions of comfort food like crab Benedict, burgers, and hearty breakfast platters. With friendly service, a cozy Alaskan-themed decor, and a menu full of options for everyone, we provide a true taste of old-school Alaska where locals and visitors alike gather for delicious meals and genuine hospitality.
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