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The Overlook Bar and Grill

Crows Nest Road, Denali National Park and Preserve, AK
907-683-2641
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2.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Cuisines: American
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Tucson, Arizona
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2011

We stayed the the Crow's Nest and heard good things about the restaurant, but we were terribly disappointed. The server and bartender were both surly. They were out of the most of the beers (apparently this happens near the end of the season). The food was not good. They are supposedly known for their burgers but ours were burnt to... More

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Blaine, Minnesota
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2011

My husband and I were in Denali on August 17, 2011 and several of our tour books suggested The Overlook. We were very disappointed! First of all my husband ordered the sampler of Alaskan beers. They were out of 2 of them so he couldn't get the sampler. Then he ordered the other sampler of Midnight Sun Beers. They were... More

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Folsom, Ca
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 June 2011

This is a great burger joint with a local bar scene, plain tables and no table cloths. Ripped filthy jeans are apparel of choice here. However, we found rock fish and salmon entrees that were prepared exceptionally well. Someone in the kitchen is very good here. Full bar was fine with us and they even have a short but excellent... More

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Wasilla, Alaska
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011

We had such a good time when we went here. The Overlook Bar and Grill has a free shuttle service to pick up from the surrounding hotels, all except for the Grande Denali Lodge (which I don't recommend staying at). The bar prices were very well priced considering this is a tourist area. It says something when the local workers... More

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Maryland
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2010
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We thought the place would be a nice view, which it was but the food was something else. Your only real choices are appetizers or burgers. We ordered an appetizer and the waitress asked us to reconsider as it was the worst thing on the menu. I have never had anyone tell me what the worst thing on their menu... More

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Dallas, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2010

July 2010 Our group of adults and 13 year old kids enjoyed the walk up to their terrific location perched above the shops below. Very casual bar/dining which was great for us and we enjoyed the Alaskan Beer on tap. We were also grateful to get a table for 9. The waitress and bartender was pleasant/ nice. The help is... More

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Winter Haven, Florida
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2010

What a pretty little place tucked in the mountainside above the gift shops and tourist attractions in Denali. We sat outside on a bright sunny day and enjoyed the view and the flowers as well as the excellent service. We had reindeer sausage sandwiches and although big eaters, were not able to finish more than half our meal. Great little... More

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Sykesville, MD
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2010

My husband and I had dinner at The Overlook the first week of July 2010. We enjoyed it so much that we went back the next day for a very late lunch. Had I read trip advisor reviews prior to making my dining selection, I would not have gone there based on other reviews. However, my husband and I truly... More

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Schererville
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2010

I wish I would have come here before I went to the Overlook, aka The Crows Nest. The trip up the hill to the horrible parking lot was enough to violate our rental agreement. We should have taken a clue from that. I ordered an unsweet iced tea and asked for some sweet and low as I'm diabetic, but like... More

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Bothell, Washington
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2009

Two (dry) sandwiches + one child's hotdog + soggy jojo potatoes + two marginal apple crisps + one lemonade + three beers + cackling bar patrons + no room to move = $80 and one miserable meal. Wish I would have read everyone's reviews BEFORE going!

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