Van Winkle & Sons

Van Winkle & Sons Review

This restaurant's somewhat lackluster ambience (Formica tabletops, paper napkins, vinyl swivel-chair seating) doesn't quite match up to the gorgeous water views and upscale fare but, really, you won't mind. One of Sitka's largest eateries, it bills itself as "Frontier Cuisine," which translates to a seafood-heavy menu. But Van Winkle also serves pizzas, chicken, and duck. The create-your-own pastas are excellent (a half order is plenty for normal-size appetites), and the rich desserts necessitate sharing. There's no elevator to the restaurant's second-floor location, but a stair lift assists disabled customers. The water view is good.