Nearby Shopping

Grocery store, shopping

(Huffman and Old Seward) – north 1 mile on Old Seward, at the first light – that is Huffman. At that intersection you can find:

Carr’s Grocery & Pharmacy
Post Office
Oaken Keg libations
Bicycle Shop
Banks
Dry Cleaners
Nail Salon
TireMobile
Cold Stone Ice Cream
Motley Moo Ice Cream (local products)
Gas stations (three)
Kaladi’s (coffee with a local twist)
SteamDot (a little further north on Old Seward, just before O’Malley) best coffee around!

Food

(Restaurants at or near Huffman & Old Seward)

Southside Bistro
Taste of Thai
Subway
Judy’s Café (Old Seward & Klatt)
McDonalds
Sonic
Jalapeños (Old Seward near O’Malley)
Sushi
South
Uncle Joe’s Pizza (Old Seward)
Meraki Afrah (Greek Cuisine), 12870 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, AK 99515

Food (PickUp/Delivery)

Southside Bistro
Subway
Judy’s Cafe (Old Seward & Klatt – take cash – good food, good service, and good prices)
Uncle Joe’s Pizza
Domino’s 907-333-6150
Papa Murphy’s Pizza (pick it up, heat it here) 907-344-7272 or try their web app for a great discount
Moose’s Tooth (worth picking up or use a delivery service) 907-258-2537

More Shopping

More stores (and movie theater) available at Dimond Center, 3.8 miles north on Old Seward. Near the mall, be sure to try:

Wild Scoops Ice Cream (another local treat)
Pet Zoo – locally run – take your dog
Bed, Bath & Beyond – prepares shipping orders (for rural Alaska)
Numerous local & national outdoor gear shops including Alaska Outdoor Gear Outfitter & Rentals, Mountain View Sports Fly Shop, REI, Cabella’s, Bass Pro Shops – try the locals!

Vegetarian Options

(with options for non-vegetarians)

Namaste Shangri La 2446 Tudor, 907-569-3000
Yak & Yeti’s 3301 Spenard, 907 743-8078
Organic Oasis 2601 Spenard, 907 227-7882
Middle Way Cafe 1200 W Northern Lights, 907 272-6433
Meraki Afrah, 12870 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, 907 217-0435

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We stayed 3 nights, the beds are so comfortable it was just what we needed after a long day of fishing! Mary makes a great cup of coffee and was so helpful planning our trip, she really made things easy on us. She had great recommendations for things to do and restaurants to try as well. This is a nice quiet house in a beautiful area. We will definitely stay again!

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I had a last minute trip to visit family in Anchorage. I was referred to Jarvi Home Stay and am so glad! I was welcomed like I was a friend! Mary and Dan looked out for me, sharing places they recommended I visit with my cousin and checked in each day to hear about my adventures. The breakfasts were tremendous! I’m diabetic and Mary made sure to have a variety of foods that were tasty and a great start to the day. I particularly enjoyed their puppy who curled up next to me as I watched tv or read. As a woman traveling alone, I felt very comfortable and safe at the Jarvi Home Stay. It was spotless and very comfortable. There were great restaurants nearby – a short drive away, about 1.5 miles. The area around the home was great for walking. I enjoyed a 2 mile neighborhood walk each morning before I started my day. I really enjoyed my visit to Jarvi Home Stay and look forward to returning for future visits.

RJB-15

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Comfortable living area for B&B guests, separate from family living quarters. Delicious breakfasts including home-made muffins to fuel your day. Absolutely the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in!! Gracious, welcoming hosts with tips for where to go and what to do in Anchorage and surrounding communities. So interesting to talk with both Mary and Dan!!

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