2 Best Restaurants in Alaska, USA

There's often a line out the door of this artisan gelateria on Homer Spit that's operated by a passionate chef who studied the art of making this dense, richly flavored ice cream in Calabria, Italy, and has garnered numerous awards. You can choose from around 15 flavors, including some rotating seasonal options, such as wild Alaskan rose with local honey, and maple brown butter pecan with Alaskan sea salt. It's open till late on summer evenings.

This summer-only stand serves luscious artisanal ice cream made with local ingredients like fireweed, blueberries, and cranberries. Near the university, it's a favorite of locals—it can take a few minutes before you get your scoop, but the fun ambience makes the time go fast.