Tucked behind big wooden doors, Prey looks pretty unassuming from the road—you might even miss if you weren’t looking for it. But this restaurant at the Denali Cabins—not too far from the Denali National Park entrance—is a gem with both tourist and locals.
Roadhouse Revival
Located at Denali Cabins—a lodge of 46 cabins at mile 229 of the George Parks Hwy—Prey first opened in 2012. Decorated with warm, polished woods, a huge stone fireplace, and accented with lanterns and antlers, Prey has a rather roadhouse-chic vibe.
Alaskan Cuisine & More
The menu, too, reflects a thoughtful twist on classic Alaskan fare. Breakfast starts at 5:30 am—ideal for anyone doing full-day tours into Denali, since they tend to start early—and features a hearty breakfast items such as eggs, yogurt parfaits, avocado toast, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches along with coffee and fresh juices. You can pick up a box lunch to take with your for the day featuring a variety of wrap, with a homemade chocolate chip cookie, bag of chips, and water.
Or, you can dine in for lunch or dinner on such classic pub fare as fish ’n’ chips, a venison smash burger, salmon, steak frites, or a vegan lasagna. You can wash them down with a selection of Alaskan-brewed beers, or other cocktails from the fully stocked bar.
Friendly Atmosphere
You’ll likely be dining with other cabin guests, as well as a fair number of locals, who like that it’s just enough off the beaten path, and a little more mellow than some of the properties around the canyon area. Prey has the kind of vibe that makes it easy to start chatting—and the food is good enough that you’ll happily come back for more.
