Lunch on Our Own in Juneau? - The DIS Discussion Forums

Mackie Mouse · 01-19-2013, 09:47 PM

I searched the Alaska excursions thread for this, but couldn't find anything...so I'll see where starting my own thread takes me.

Hubby and I have decided to put together our own itinerary in Juneau on our Alaskan cruise this summer so we can save some money and do the things we want at our leisure. Our plans include a trip to Mendenhall Glacier (shuttling ourselves there and back should cost $16 pp), a ride on the Mt. Roberts tramway ($30 pp), and a tour and tasting at the Alaskan Brewing Company ($7.50 for the shuttle to the brewery - tasting and tour are free!).

Somewhere in there, we'll need to grab lunch. Any recommendations? We are definite foodies, so something convenient that isn't too touristy (might be hard to find in Juneau during tourist season, though!) should fit the bill.

Some names of places I looked up today:
-Tracy's Crab Shack (should fit the bill perfectly, but is it overpriced?)
-Red Dog Saloon (decidedly touristy, but a friend went there and liked it)
-Hangar on the Wharf
-Twisted Fish (looks like we might have a nice view of the cruise ship from here or the Hangar?)
-Zephyr
-Sandpiper Cafe

Any suggestions?

Scoobydoo76 · 01-19-2013, 10:06 PM

Yes, Tracey's Crab Shack is a bit pricey. Honestly it was very good, possibly the best crab cakes and bisque that we ever had. If our family ever makes it back to Juneau we will definetly eat there again. I am sure you won't be disappointed.

Itinkso · 01-19-2013, 10:15 PM

Tracey's was great! We had the bisque and Dungeness crab. The King Crab legs were huge and I wish we would have tried those too!

jdb in AZ · 01-19-2013, 11:19 PM

I've heard enough about Tracey's crab shack here on the boards that it will be a top priority when we're in Juneau in June. Can't wait!

jkrislc · 01-20-2013, 12:21 AM

I thought the crab legs were overpriced; however, it is convenient to the dock and the tram and had the best bisque I've ever had. I wasn't disappointed with the food; I just didn't find value in the price of the crab legs.

bumbershoot · 01-20-2013, 01:05 AM

In 2002 brand new DH and I went wandering and found a tasty Mexican restaurant in Juneau. In 2009 my stepdad went wandering, without ever hearing our story, and found the same place. Really good. Don't know where. But it's walking distance!

antmaril · 01-20-2013, 07:51 AM

LOVED the Red Dog Saloon. Yes, it is touristy, but it is a lot of fun and the food is delish. Highly recommend the Red Dog!

COASTIEandMATE · 01-20-2013, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by antmaril

LOVED the Red Dog Saloon. Yes, it is touristy, but it is a lot of fun and the food is delish. Highly recommend the Red Dog!

We loved the Red Dog! You feel like Jack London might walk in at any minute, and the food is really good!

NWDAD · 01-20-2013, 09:44 AM

Another vote for Tracy's Crab Shack. The best I have had. And coming from the Pacific Northwest I have had my share.

Kevin

Bunless · 01-20-2013, 04:49 PM

In three times to Juneau, I've always gone to the food truck/shack area by the ships, haven't been disappointed at all.

Mackie Mouse · 01-20-2013, 05:40 PM

Thanks for the advice! A friend who did Alaska by land last year also recommended Hangar on the Wharf...looks like we'll have some great options!

MND · 01-20-2013, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mackie Mouse

I searched the Alaska excursions thread for this, but couldn't find anything...so I'll see where starting my own thread takes me.

Hubby and I have decided to put together our own itinerary in Juneau on our Alaskan cruise this summer so we can save some money and do the things we want at our leisure. Our plans include a trip to Mendenhall Glacier (shuttling ourselves there and back should cost $16 pp), a ride on the Mt. Roberts tramway ($30 pp), and a tour and tasting at the Alaskan Brewing Company ($7.50 for the shuttle to the brewery - tasting and tour are free!).

Somewhere in there, we'll need to grab lunch. Any recommendations? We are definite foodies, so something convenient that isn't too touristy (might be hard to find in Juneau during tourist season, though!) should fit the bill.

Some names of places I looked up today:
-Tracy's Crab Shack (should fit the bill perfectly, but is it overpriced?)
-Red Dog Saloon (decidedly touristy, but a friend went there and liked it)
-Hangar on the Wharf
-Twisted Fish (looks like we might have a nice view of the cruise ship from here or the Hangar?)
-Zephyr
-Sandpiper Cafe

Any suggestions?

Are you going to visit the capital?

racingfandj · 01-20-2013, 07:09 PM

Probably blasphemy in an area known for seafood, but any recommendations for guests who like burgers and fries while we're on the topic?

Itinkso · 01-20-2013, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by racingfandj

Probably blasphemy in an area known for seafood, but any recommendations for guests who like burgers and fries while we're on the topic?

We stopped by Twisted Fish because DH wanted to buy a shirt. It's a very nice table service place and even serves buffalo burgers in addition to beef burgers.

DahliaRW · 01-21-2013, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by racingfandj

Probably blasphemy in an area known for seafood, but any recommendations for guests who like burgers and fries while we're on the topic?

It's been several years since I've been there, but Hangar's on the Wharf (the pub and grill) had a good burger. The other food there was great too - so if others in your party want something a little less "plain" it's great for that too.

01-19-2013, 09:47 PM	#1
Mackie Mouse Even my dog loves Disney Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Suburbs of Philadelphia, PA Posts: 739	Lunch on Our Own in Juneau? I searched the Alaska excursions thread for this, but couldn't find anything...so I'll see where starting my own thread takes me. Hubby and I have decided to put together our own itinerary in Juneau on our Alaskan cruise this summer so we can save some money and do the things we want at our leisure. Our plans include a trip to Mendenhall Glacier (shuttling ourselves there and back should cost $16 pp), a ride on the Mt. Roberts tramway ($30 pp), and a tour and tasting at the Alaskan Brewing Company ($7.50 for the shuttle to the brewery - tasting and tour are free!). Somewhere in there, we'll need to grab lunch. Any recommendations? We are definite foodies, so something convenient that isn't too touristy (might be hard to find in Juneau during tourist season, though!) should fit the bill. Some names of places I looked up today: -Tracy's Crab Shack (should fit the bill perfectly, but is it overpriced?) -Red Dog Saloon (decidedly touristy, but a friend went there and liked it) -Hangar on the Wharf -Twisted Fish (looks like we might have a nice view of the cruise ship from here or the Hangar?) -Zephyr -Sandpiper Cafe Any suggestions? __________________ 2009 WDW/DCL Honeymoon......2011 WDW/DCL Anniversary......2013 DLR 1st Visit...

01-19-2013, 10:15 PM	#3
Itinkso DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: California Posts: 2,155	Tracey's was great! We had the bisque and Dungeness crab. The King Crab legs were huge and I wish we would have tried those too! __________________ WDW 1/13 - AKL; 10/12 - Pop; 4/12 - Off-site; 11/10 - BWI CL; 8/10 - POR; 7/09 - POFQ; 4/04 - ASMo; 2/97 - CBR ~ DLP 7/2012 ~ DLR - Mother Ship ~ August 6, 2005 - Magical Cruise of the Mexican Riviera ~ Sept. 29, 2012 Fantasy Western Caribbean

01-20-2013, 01:05 AM	#6
bumbershoot DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 37,038	In 2002 brand new DH and I went wandering and found a tasty Mexican restaurant in Juneau. In 2009 my stepdad went wandering, without ever hearing our story, and found the same place. Really good. Don't know where. But it's walking distance! __________________ -molly + robert + eamon (8) DLR 7,9,12 2012 Universal Feb '12 DLR Dec '11 and Feb '12 WDW 1.0 WDW 2.0 pretrip and trip DLR '05-'09 found within this link feb 2013 cruise & WDW 3.0 TOT 10-miler in Oct '13//halfmarathon and mother-son5K in Jan '14 pre-TR

01-20-2013, 09:44 AM	#9
NWDAD DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: WA Posts: 541	Another vote for Tracy's Crab Shack. The best I have had. And coming from the Pacific Northwest I have had my share. Kevin __________________ DVC since 1997 - OKW, 2010 - BLT 1st DCL Cruise Alaska Disney Wonder 5/24/2010 Fantasy 12/8/2012-Western, 12/15/2012-Eastern Wonder 5/27/2013-Alaska Magic 9/8/2014-WBTA DIS Dad's Club Member 685

01-20-2013, 04:49 PM	#10
Bunless Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kirkland, Wa Posts: 455	In three times to Juneau, I've always gone to the food truck/shack area by the ships, haven't been disappointed at all. __________________ I used to be KirklandTutu. December '06 Disneyland http://www.disboards.com/showthread....ferrerid=93883 Fall '07 Disneyland http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1617056 February '08 Wilderness Lodge http://www.disboards.com/showthread....ferrerid=93883 January '09 Disneyland http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2075224 February/March '09 Grand Californian http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2134228 October 2009 Grand Californian, January 2010 Eastern Caribbean/Vero Beach, February 2011 Old Key West, October 2011 Food and Wine/Old Key West, February 2012 Aulani, July 2012 Alaska Cruise, December 2012 Saratoga Springs, February 2013, Saratoga Springs, July 2013 Mediterranean Cruise

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01-19-2013, 10:06 PM	#2
Scoobydoo76 Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 141	Yes, Tracey's Crab Shack is a bit pricey. Honestly it was very good, possibly the best crab cakes and bisque that we ever had. If our family ever makes it back to Juneau we will definetly eat there again. I am sure you won't be disappointed.

01-19-2013, 11:19 PM	#4
jdb in AZ It could end up curdled Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4,351	I've heard enough about Tracey's crab shack here on the boards that it will be a top priority when we're in Juneau in June. Can't wait!

01-20-2013, 12:21 AM	#5
jkrislc DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 518	I thought the crab legs were overpriced; however, it is convenient to the dock and the tram and had the best bisque I've ever had. I wasn't disappointed with the food; I just didn't find value in the price of the crab legs.

01-20-2013, 07:51 AM	#7
antmaril DIS Veteran The elephant topiaries near MK have a special meaning for me I'm a girl Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Michigan Posts: 6,651	LOVED the Red Dog Saloon. Yes, it is touristy, but it is a lot of fun and the food is delish. Highly recommend the Red Dog!

01-20-2013, 05:40 PM	#11
Mackie Mouse Even my dog loves Disney Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Suburbs of Philadelphia, PA Posts: 739	Thanks for the advice! A friend who did Alaska by land last year also recommended Hangar on the Wharf...looks like we'll have some great options! __________________ 2009 WDW/DCL Honeymoon......2011 WDW/DCL Anniversary......2013 DLR 1st Visit...

01-20-2013, 07:09 PM	#13
racingfandj Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Arkansas Posts: 274	Probably blasphemy in an area known for seafood, but any recommendations for guests who like burgers and fries while we're on the topic? __________________ Disney Fantasy - June/July 2012 Disney Dream - January 2013 Going Wondering - July 2013

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