Palmer / Wasilla Area Dining and Nightlife

Average Chinese served in a dreary setting. But the lunch buffet is a bargain for the price, although get there early if you want it hot and fresh. It gets picked over pretty quickly.

Authentic Mexican food comes out fast and hot and this sit-down restaurant. The fresh chips are great, as are the chipotle and adobo sauces. And the plates are always filled to the rim.

Very good Greek and Italian food, including pizzas, salads, dolmas, and lasagnas. Coming here with little ones? They'll love the kids' pizza, and you'll love the price.

Lasagna and pizza are the specialties at this locally owned restaurant, known for its big portions. The interior is big as well, but the setting is surprisingly intimate. The other big thing here? The price tag. But come at lunch for a more affordable alternative.

The first thing you'll notice here is the unique décor: downstairs is a European-style wine cellar with stone walls and stucco ceilings, while upstairs is a contemporary take on a 1930's-era pioneer home. That same care extends to the food. Salads, entrees, and desserts are made with fine ingredients and creativity, and wines can be ordered by the flight. It's best to make  More...

A bona fide small-town coffee shop on Main Street. They serve good coffee and espresso drinks and have ample seating. The atmosphere is great, with lots of locals, Alaska-made art on the walls, open mic nights and art for sale. The food is standard coffee shop stuff—soups, sandwiches, baked goods. It's healthy and tasty, but nothing special.

Arkose Brewery is named after Arkose Ridge and Arkose Peak in the Talkeetna Mountain Range of Palmer, Alaska. You can enjoy a pint of artisan ales, take a brewery tour (every Tuesday at 6 p.m.) or attend one of our fun events such as Beer Meets Canvas and Beer Meets Chocolate. Find Arkose beer at many locations throughout the state. See our website and facebook page for more information. Cheers!