The Overlook - Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska

The Overlook, located at Address: 238.5 Parks Hwy, Denali National Park and Preserve, AK 99755, United States. is a highly recommended New American restaurant that offers a variety of dining options including outdoor seating, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. With a reputation for fast service, this trendy establishment is perfect for solo dining or group outings, and it is wheelchair-accessible and LGBTQ+ friendly.

The Overlook's menu includes a range of options, from comfort food and organic dishes to vegetarian options and alcoholic beverages such as beer, cocktails, coffee, spirits, and wine. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as late-night food, and their small plates are perfect for sharing. The restaurant has a cosy and casual atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for tourists and locals alike.

The Overlook has received 445 reviews on Google My Business. and has an impressive average rating of 4.3/5. This is a testament to the quality of food and service that they provide. The restaurant offers free parking and is located near many other points of interest, making it a convenient stop during your visit to Denali National Park and Preserve.

Whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat, a leisurely meal with friends, or a romantic dinner, The Overlook has something for everyone. They offer reservations, which are recommended for dinner, and they accept a variety of payment methods including credit cards, debit cards, and mobile wallets. The restaurant has high chairs available for families with young children, and it offers free parking in a lot and on the street.

The Overlook's menu features a range of dishes that are sure to delight. From breakfast classics like pancakes and eggs to dinner options such as steak and seafood, there is something for every palate. They also offer a range of vegetarian options, making it easy for everyone to find something they'll enjoy. And with a bar on site, you can enjoy a drink with your meal or wind down with a nightcap.

One of the standout features of The Overlook is their commitment to providing a transgender-safe space. This is a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is free to be themselves, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a place where they can feel comfortable and accepted.

Reviews of The Overlook

Jenna Kurtz

3/5

We ate outside and loved the views. The food was very good when it arrived but our service was not great. The strawberry mojito was great! We waited over 20 minutes and had to ask the host for our server to even come to our table and then the server brought 3 waters and 3 rolls of silverware for our table of 4 and took another 15 minutes for our last person to get their water. When our food arrived, one person received their chowder without a spoon and asked for a spoon and one was never brought so after 15 minutes we had to ask the host for one. Another person only received part of their meal and someone else was brought out the wrong dish. It took over 20 minutes for the last 2 people to get their meals. We were given free desserts due to the long wait and poor service. The baked Alaska was great! Our plates and silverware was already cleared, so we asked for silverware for our dessert and never received it, so we had to go up and ask. Hoping that this was an off night for the service.

H J

4/5

Both the salmon and halibut were delicious. I had the curry halibut, and while the rice & curry was kinda bland, the fish itself was fantastic. I wouldn't order the focaccia again.

Barbara Thompson

4/5

What a hike up the hill, but worth it. Beautifully decorated restaurant. Our food was good once we got it, they forgot to fix my husband’s salmon. It took over 1 1/2 hours. They did give us a discount for our wait.

Michael Stanaland

3/5

It's possible we ate on a bad night. During our appetizer course, the bread was stale, so that gave us a bit of concern. The fillet was much tougher than it should have been at medium rare. The fries and mashed potatoes were grossly under seasoned and the halibut steak had very little flavor. We had planned on dessert, but decided not to push it any further and just left. It certainly didn't taste like a $100+ meal for two. The atmosphere and service were amazing however. The view is fantastic, as would be expected.

Amanda Riley

5/5

Dinner was absolutely amazing. We had the Steak Au Poivre and the Halibut Steak and both were delicious. Definitely go for the Baked Alaska for desert. You won’t be disappointed. Service was impeccable.

Tj Hurtman

5/5

We had dinner tonight. 4 adults and 2 autistic boys. JJ was INCREDIBLE. Sometimes the boys say the most random things and she worked with them so well. She was amazing. The food was top notch as well. The crab rangoons NEED to be on your order list.

SERGELATO

5/5

We ate at this place called the Overlook which had beautiful views of the Denali National Park mountains. It sits on top of the crows nest resort. Kicked things off with an IPA, and then the appetizers were all great. The first was the Focaccia with alaskan sea salt, it was airy and soft. And came with a whipped ricotta spread that was light and sweet from the honey. They actually hook it up with the ratio of ricotta for the amount of bread you get. The king crab Rangoons were creamy and had the sweetness of the crab actually noticeable in the bite. The Smoked Salmon dip was very generous with the Alaskan salmon portion, the ritz crackers went surprisingly well with the smoky salmon, but I think they set the bar for themselves where they should’ve been homemade crackers. One of their signature dishes is the Alaskan Halibut Steak that comes with a homemade tartar sauce, whipped potatoes, and carrots. The tartar sauce added a tangy rich flavor to the halibut. The coffee was underwhelming, but the dessert certainly wasn’t. The thing to get is the baked Alaska that is a brownie with moose tracks ice cream encased in meringue flambeed tableside.

Lizz Rogers

5/5

Dessert will be well earned once you hike up. The road up is a little easier than the stairs. The view is awesome.
The burger was as good as promised by the guide of the nearby river water adventure place.