Chatanika Lodge

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5760 Steese Hwy
Fairbanks, AK 99712
Since 1974, Chatanika Lodge has been a cherished and historic local hot spot operating as a bar, restaurant, motel, and events venue. This Alaska Icon of over 50 years, comes with a full liquor license and alcohol package store license. Chatanika has been host to many events over the years including car shows/races, outhouse races (at the famous “Chatanika Days”), live music, charitable events, and private events such as weddings and birthdays, etc. There are many other businesses and events that can be incorporated to complement this thriving local business. The restaurant features a full kitchen, large dining room/lounge, stage and dance floor, arcade and pool table, with a long full-service bar in the middle of it all. The motel features 10 rooms with various bed sizes and amenities, and two large bathrooms each with multiple showers, toilets, and sinks. There are living quarters adjacent to the bar/lounge that are perfect for the new owners or managers. There is a paved parking lot in the front, a 2080sq ft. detached shop to the side, two mobile home rentals, and various small outbuildings/sheds on the property. Become the next owner to provide a respite from the hustle of Fairbanks, or to quench the thirst and hunger of those who regularly travel the Steese Highway.

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4.511 reviews
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C J.
6/28/2011

Decided to stop here on my last morning in the area, 3/16/2011. Had a most enjoyable time talking with one of the owners, Shirley, and a couple of other local folks at the counter. We talked over...

Alicia E.
2/8/2024

Went exploring and came across Chatanika Lodge and wow is all I can say. From the eclectic interior full of everything Alaska to the wonderful women working the restaurant, I would recommend...

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Walter W.
10/26/2019

We stayed at the Aurora Borealis Lodge and drove down for breakfast October 24. When we got to Chatanika Lodge we were the only patrons in the restaurant. we were warmly greeted by the cook. I...

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Andrew H.
1/28/2017

Saying this place is in "Fairbanks" is a bit of a stretch, but rural Alaska is a bit more difficult to classify that places in the lower-48, so I understand why it's listed as such. We were...

A W.
1/16/2022

We were looking for a place for lunch and in this area past Cleary Summit - there is not much to choose from. We were absolutely delighted with Chatanika Lodge! You walk in to a bar/restaurant...

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