Griz Bar — Restaurant in Juneau

If I owned a bar, Griz Bar would be it! What an awesome place. View? Spectacular. Open Fire Pits to enjoy the Alaskan Arctic Chill? Spot On. Fantastic Beers On Tap? Check. But, for my money– I am all about two things: Cocktails and Service. Cocktails? Mastered. I enjoyed a bourbon beverage made from Boatwright Bourbon–which is made by hand, right here in southeast Alaska. (Plus, the packaging is super cool!). The entire experience was a love letter from Alaska. The bartender, Dida, was professional, knowledgeable and made me feel at home. I loved it so much that I brought my boyfriend back later in the week–to a repeat of the same stellar service and fantastic hot toddy–thank you Justin!

Additionally, the taco truck next door ROCKS!

Looking forward to visiting this open air bar, when the snow has gone and the...

What a FANTASTIC outdoor bar!

We were on an RC cruise and had a couple of hours before having to get back on the Ovation, and the sight of this unique venue drew us in.

Had some great drinks (and shots!) served by a wonderful bartender - I don't remember her name, but in telling us about her story, she grew up in Juneau, traveled around the country (I do remember her mentioning being in Philadelphia), and then found herself back in Juneau and at the Griz.

Also met some great people at the bar - a family from Maryland who was also on the cruise and a couple from Seattle on vacation - chance meetings that added a memorable flavor to the overall experience of the Griz and Juneau.

Stopping here was definitely a superb way of topping off our day and our...

We spent 3 days in Juneau last week and we liked this place so much we were there every day. Both bartenders -- Jessa and Steven -- were fantastic, attentive, great conversationalists. The drinks were all local-based and the cocktails were high quality. We didn't experience the food at the next-door food truck but saw others wolf it down -- it looked very good. Great chill vibe, awesome view and a little bit out of the cruise boat zone, so busy but not super-crowded. Mix of locals and visitors. Tell the locals you speak to that you're not on a cruise -- their attitude will be much friendlier....