Ocean View Restaurant. Serves from a wide menu of mostly Mexican and Italian dishes, is probably the most popular restaurant in town. The food is flavorful and the atmosphere is welcoming and family-friendly. Vegetarian options abound, something that cannot often be said in Ketchikan. �
The Galley. An old local favorite. The Galley offers Asian food and diner fare, from pancit (a traditional Filipino noodle dish) to burgers. The addictive lumpia (a Filipino version of a spring roll), fried rice, and noodle dishes are the local favorites. �
Cape Fox Lodge, accessible from Creek Street via a bright red funicular lift. On the higher end of the price scale, overlooking downtown, is probably the best choice in town: they serve a good meal in a nice atmosphere. There is a respectable beer and wine list, and the views of the waterfront are very nice. Prices are a little on the high side for the quality of food and service received but are not out of line with Ketchikan norms. �
Chico's, downtown. Small family run Mexican restaurant. Friendly service and good food. �
Burger Queen. A popular local take-out opposite the water just past the downtown tunnel. Fast food with a local flavor. It doesn't look like much from the road, but any trip to Ketchikan without a BQ halibut sandwich is a wasted trip. �
The Pioneer Cafe, 610 Main Street. Formerly named "Pioneer Pantry", and still called that by many locals, the Pioneer Cafe has moved from its former location on Front Street and reinvented itself in a new Mission Street location as a 1950s-style diner. Mainly a three-egg breakfast place, you'll be inclined to order the blueberry pancakes or reindeer sausage. Both are great, but if you're in the mood for lunch, they make a mean Alaska Burger, 10 oz. of pure meaty bliss. Plus, if you're staying on the waterfront downtown, Billy Bob (that's his real name) will even deliver your breakfast right to your door! �
Anabelle's, on Front Street, directly across from the docks. This is a sweet little restaurant, lavishly furnished, that takes you back to the days when the nearby Red Light District was in full swing. Linen napkins and goblets for your water, along with servers in white shirts and black vests give this moderately-priced eatery an heir of sophistication. They make a great Southwestern Halibut Wrap, but make sure to peruse the entire menu - you might get a kick out of its late nineteenth century newspaper feel. �
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