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RM 47 - RM 165
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American, Barbecue
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Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
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Reviewed 5 August 2022 via mobile

Our family of four enjoyed a variety of BBQ including a beef brisket sandwich, baby back ribs (a little dry towards the ends), a "barnyard #4" with St. Louis ribs and brisket, and a pulled pork "meat lovers" meal. All their meat is prepared without...sauce and several options of sauce are offered on the side; our favorites were the spicy and mustard sauce. We chose macaroni and cheese, smoked beans, and corn bread as our sides which were all delicious. When we arrived around 2:30 pm we were seated at the bar due to all the tables being occupied. The bar chairs were comfortable and there was plenty of room. Our server Scott checked on us often. Additionally, a local surfer reports anticipated, exceptional bore tide times in Turnagain Arm and they are posted behind the bar. This meal almost got our teens full ;)More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 2 July 2022

Next to Brown Bear Saloon and Inn has good service and very good BBQ food. Enjoy! You have a nice view too.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 18 June 2022 via mobile

Had brisket and slaw. Brisket is always tricky because it’s easy to get dry shoe leather, but happily this was good with a nice fat ratio. The slaw was vinegar slaw, and had a nice sharpness but maybe needed more seasoning. Also tried the baked...beans and cornbread, which were good. It was a nice lunch stop on our way to Anchorage.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 29 May 2022

We went as a family of 7 asking to be seated on the deck in the shade. We were told no by the server, Tiffany that those tables (2 tables of 4) had to be left for others because they "were going to get busy"...and we would have to eat inside if we wanted to not be in the sun, even though there were only two other tables occupied at the time. We did eat inside and had a good server there. While eating our food other patreons came and went and a party of 2 and a party of 3 where offered the tables we had asked for. So instead of a total of 7 customers Tiffany got 5 out of the 8 seats available. Not to mention there were multiple 2 person tables unoccupied, instead couples were seated at 4 person tables that we weren't allowed to use. We purposely chose to go there to show out of town guests the view along with the food. While the food was what was expected, the ordeal for seating left us very disappointed with the experience and we don't plan on returning nor will I be suggesting it to others. I gave it 2 instead of 1 because the server we ended up with did well and the food was okay.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Jack G, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 31 May 2022

Thank you for letting us know - we are very disappointed to hear the lack of logic applied in your reasonable request. It will get addressed. We do hope you will give us another opportunity in the near future

Reviewed 4 September 2019

I have eaten here and in Anchorage. Love them both. I like to eat in the dining room so I can try there different sauces and mix them together as I enjoy eating. Glad to see them in a larger place. Delightful

Date of visit: August 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2019

Thanks so much Gale! I can't thank you enough for taking the time to leave us your feedback. Come see us again soon, we look forward to serving you!

Reviewed 22 August 2019 via mobile

Great mea and service in a comfortable family environment! Our meal was served quickly and everybody at the table was pleased

Date of visit: July 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 1 September 2019

I can't thank you enough for taking the time to leave us a review! It was our pleasure to serve you and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

Reviewed 16 August 2019 via mobile

What a surprise for these Texans...the BBQ was very good. Sides were awesome. Great service. Highly recommend you trying the place out. Good place to eat outside.

Date of visit: August 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 19 August 2019

So glad you enjoyed your meal! We look forward to serving you again soon!

Reviewed 8 August 2019

I didn't order the namesake barbeque ribs (maybe next time). I enjoyed my sandwich meal, even though the cuisine here is mostly too Southern and Mexican style for me (I dislike food with a strong flavor). The inside decor (in 2019) looks very new with...a contemporary Alaskan styling. That matters to me as I as a fresh, clean restaurant helps make the meal appetizing and enjoyable. I also watch my dollars as a budget traveler. I recommend this restaurant to anyone traveling halfway between Anchorge and Girdwood.More

Date of visit: June 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 9 August 2019

Hi Ed! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and we are honored to have been part of your Alaskan experience. We wish you all the best throughout your travels here in AK and hope you have time to...More

Reviewed 13 July 2019

We love taking the drive out of town and prefer the Turnagain Arm location versus the Old Seward location in Anchorage. Very good BBQ by AK standards with several meat, sides and sauce options. Worth the drive to get out of town and try something...new.More

Date of visit: July 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 4 August 2019

Thanks so much! This is a great time of the year to enjoy our Indian location and we're so glad that you made the trip down. Come see us again soon, we look forward to serving you!

Reviewed 2 July 2019 via mobile

We've been traveling in Alaska for a month. From Homer to the arctic circle and this is by far the best food I've had yet. Comfortable, clean great views of Turnagain Arm. Friendly, fast service. We were there on a sunny warm Monday for lunch....My husband had the cubano and I had the boretide sandwich. Prices were reasonable by Alaskan standards, $15 for a good pulled pork sandwich with a big slab of bacon and housemade bbq sauce, baked beans and potato salad. The food was some of the best I've had in Alaska and the portions were plenty.More

Date of visit: July 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 4 July 2019

Love to hear that Autumn - thank you so much for your time and posting Hope you make it back soon!

Reviewed 31 May 2019

We were taken here by our son-in-law for a family meal - four adults and six children. He did the ordering and we were not disappointed. The kids loved the mac & cheese, and the adults chowed down on the ribs and homemade beans.More

Date of visit: April 2019
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DayTrip379289, Owner at Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian, responded to this reviewResponded 31 May 2019

Hey Bob! I can't thank you enough for taking the time to leave us a review! Family is extremely important to us and it joys us to know that we could be a part of your family meal. Come back and see us again soon,...More

Reviewed 1 October 2018

I was up there 2 summers ago with some friends. The food was great & the service was even better. I've been up to Alaska every summer since then & the servers & hostess remember us. We feel like VIP's & they treat us like...that! We got hugs from the staff when we walked in last month. The food is always great & we feel like family when we walk in the door. Highly recommended!!!More

Date of visit: August 2018
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Reviewed 28 September 2018

Our bus driver actually slowed the bus down so that we could all read the name of this restaurant and have a bit of a laugh. Now that I am home, I had to see what the reviews of this restaurant were like. Most were...very, very positive! So, the name is no reflection on the quality of the food, which is great!More

Date of visit: September 2018
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Reviewed 5 September 2018

We enjoyed some tasty BBQ ribs, pork and delicious Mac and cheese and the homemade baked beans were my favorite! The view out on the deck was great. We just wish they had some bug deflectors to Shue them away. Nice beer selection and friendly...service too. Great place to stop when you're heading on the highway.More

Date of visit: September 2018
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Reviewed 23 August 2018 via mobile

We were on our way back from Whittier and saw the sign for turnagain arm Pit BBQ. Funny name but great barbecue, pulled pork sandwiches mac and cheese good beer. We sat outside on picnic tables. I would highly recommend it fun place and Good...Eats!More

Date of visit: August 2018
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Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ Indian is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4