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Southside Bistro, Anchorage, AK

Southside Bistro

4.9
4.9
1735 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
We are a great neighborhood secret on the south end of town. We offer a variety of fresh fun food from our open display kitchen. We have a hardwood oven for great appetizers and flatbreads. Fresh Alaskan seafood and produce arrives daily and Chef Travis creates great innovative daily specials. Save room for our fantastic home-made desserts. We are proud recipients of the "Wine Spectators" Award of excellence 27 years in a row.
Southside Bistro offers the "Restaurant" side and "Bistro" side, both with the complete dinner menu available, and an additional Pizza-burger menu. Please go to our web site and see our complete menu selections.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Fish
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (907) 348-0088
  • Website
    http://southsidebistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Travis Haugen
  • Location
    1320 Huffman Park Drive, Anchorage, AK 99515
  • Area
    Anchorage
  • Cross Street
    Huffman Carrs
  • Parking details
    We offer plenty of parking on the front lot, with additional spaces available across the street
  • Public transit
    Public People mover bus service stops right in front.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Come in and see our daily specials menu for fresh seasonal Alaskan seafood

Appetizer

  • Fresh Mussels

    Sauteed in a saffron cream, with fresh tomatoes & cilantro

    • Steamed Clams

      Olive oil-wine broth, fresh Italian parsley, garlic & shallots

      • Calamari

        Crispy fried, with spicy marinara, fresh garlic and herbs

        • Brie Flatbread

          Rosemary-salt crust, French Brie, red apples spears, fresh greens

          • Weathervane Scallops & Risotto Cake

            Truffled shellfish cream & tomato-basil salsa

            • Caprese

              Fresh mozzarella, tomato, tapenade, basil & pita

              • Fresh Alaskan Oysters*

                Served raw on the half shell with horseradish ice and Tabasco

                • Southern Fried Oyster

                  Cornmeal breading and buttermilk "ranch"

                  • Blue Cheese Custard

                    Roasted garlic, demi glace, Port wine reduction, oven flatbread

                    • Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant

                      Sun dried tomato-red pepper relish, goat cheese pepper relish

                      Soups & Salads

                      • Cream of Sundried Tomato & Roasted Garlic Soup

                        • Soup of the Day

                          • Romaine Heart 'Wedge'

                            Bacon, chopped tomato & blue cheese dressing

                            • Caesar Salad

                              Traditional preparation with shredded Parmesan & garlic croutons

                              • Shaved Brussels Sprouts

                                Toasted pine nuts, Pecorino-Romano & Citronette

                                • Butterleaf

                                  Champagne vinaigrette, candied pecans, blue cheese, grapes & chive sticks

                                  • Chevre Salad

                                    Warm pine nut crusted goat cheese, herb vinaigrette, cucumbers, red peppers & olives

                                    Off the Grill

                                    • Black Tiger Prawns & Scallops

                                      Grilled with Ginger-Chili-Lime butter sauce, pineapple salsa & rice

                                      • Skirt Steak

                                        Chile rubbed, tomatillo-cilantro sauce, chipotle cream, salsa fresca and garlic mashed potatoes

                                        • 8 oz. Filet Mignon

                                          Caramelized shallot-thyme jus, blue cheese crumbles, Yukon Gold potato puree

                                          • 14 oz. Ribeye

                                            Bone marrow & black garlic butter, smoky spiced fries & tomato salad

                                            Other Favorites

                                            • Scandinavian Duck

                                              Slow roasted with a brandy currant sauce, braised red cabbage and bistro rice

                                              • Medallions of Veal

                                                Topped with melted Brie & Swedish lingonberries, served with scalloped potatoe

                                                • Australian Rack of Lamb

                                                  Oven roasted with a cilantro pesto crust, scalloped potatoes and marsala sauce

                                                  • Pork Schnitzel

                                                    Breaded cutlet with cucumbers, lingonberry preserves, dill crema & fingerling potatoes

                                                    Pasta

                                                    • Angelhair

                                                      Roma tomatoes, garlic, shallots, olive oil & fresh basil, topped with parmesan

                                                      • Pasta of the Day

                                                        On the daily specials menu

                                                        • Fresh Spaghettoni

                                                          Duck sausage, fennel, porcini mushroom & pecorino romano

                                                          • Fresh Rigatoni

                                                            Fontina cream with Black Forest ham, peas, & truffled bread crumbs

                                                            Last updated: 29 August 2023

                                                            What 1,735 people are saying

                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                            4.9
                                                            4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                            • 4.9Service
                                                            • 4.8Ambience
                                                            • 4.7Value

                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                            Loved For

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Best Overall

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                                                              Best Food

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Best Service

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Best Ambience

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Best Value

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Innovative

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Healthy

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Great for fine wines

                                                            • Anchorage / Alaska

                                                              Good for special occasions

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Best Overall

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Best Food

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Best Service

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Best Ambience

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Best Value

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Innovative

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Healthy

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Great for fine wines

                                                            • Anchorage

                                                              Good for special occasions

                                                            Review summary

                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                            Southside Bistro is celebrated for its cozy ambiance, "amazing food", and "exceptional service". Known as a "neighborhood gem", it offers a diverse menu featuring standout dishes like scallops and duck. The friendly staff and inviting atmosphere make it a "go-to" spot for special occasions and date nights.

                                                            1,735 Reviews

                                                            1. David

                                                              VIP

                                                              Isle of Wight

                                                              6 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              6 reviews

                                                              Dined on 20 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Great food, consistent— we’ve been dining at Southside Bistro for decades

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                                                            2. David

                                                              Oklahoma City

                                                              6 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              6 reviews

                                                              Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Always a great place to go for great food, wine and service.

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                                                            3. Lindsay

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              We had a lovely birthday celebration last night at Southside Bistro. The service was exceptional as is our experience there every visit. Last night’s filet mignon special was quite possibly the best bourbon peppercorn steak I have ever tasted. The lamb ragú was also a fantastic meal. Thank you Jens for another great time at your special restaurant.

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                                                            4. Leisl

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Fabulous, is the only word to describe this place!

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                                                            5. Charlie

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              same great food and service that we always receive…

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                                                            6. Jamie

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              19 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              19 reviews

                                                              Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              This place always has new creative dishes while keeping some of my favorites like their bleu cheese custard on the regular menu. Every dish I’ve had there has been pretty much perfect. It’s a regular spot for me and the hubs. We love Southside Bistro!

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                                                            7. John

                                                              VIP

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              41 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              41 reviews

                                                              Dined on 21 November 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Always a wonderful experience at Southside Bistro. Impeccable menu prepared to perfection, served by most professional staff in Anchorage.

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                                                            8. Linda

                                                              VIP

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              6 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              6 reviews

                                                              Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              We had some favorites- the Clam Chowder, Cesar Salad, the Fresh troll caught Salmon and Scallops… and dessert of course! Great service even though they were busy! Love it!

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                                                            9. Sandi

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Everything is always excellent at Southside Bistro. The atmosphere, the food, the servers, everything. This is our favorite restaurant to eat in Anchorage, Highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you everyone there for another wonderful dining experience. You are all like family to us. Roy and Sandi

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                                                            10. Mary

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              The food, service , and atmosphere was beautiful as usual. Southside Bistro has always been the place for us to celebrate anniversaries’, birthdays, graduations, just any special event!

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                                                            FAQs

                                                            Southside Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (907) 348-0088.

                                                            Southside Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 1735 OpenTable diners.

                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                            Make a booking

                                                            2 people
                                                            7:00 pm
                                                            Booked 11 times today

                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                            Google Map for Southside Bistro

                                                            1320 Huffman Park Drive, Anchorage, AK 99515

                                                            Additional information

                                                            • Cross Street
                                                              Huffman Carrs
                                                            • Area
                                                              Anchorage
                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                              Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
                                                            • Price
                                                              $31 to $50
                                                            • Cuisines
                                                              Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Fish
                                                            • Dining style
                                                              Fine Dining
                                                            • Dress code
                                                              Casual Dress
                                                            • Parking details
                                                              We offer plenty of parking on the front lot, with additional spaces available across the street
                                                            • Public transit
                                                              Public People mover bus service stops right in front.
                                                            • Payment Options
                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                              Travis Haugen
                                                            • Additional
                                                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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