Alexis S.
Yelp
Let me start by saying I'm not exactly a Pig Fest Pizza devotee--but I do enjoy a slice now and then. After hearing plenty of buzz about this spot, I figured it was time to see what all the fuss was about. It's clearly a local favorite--crowds packed both the indoor and outdoor waiting areas when I arrived.
The outdoor space had a cozy vibe, with fire pits flickering in the center and a cute little bench with variety of stickers plastered all over it, maybe from travelers or locals, unsure. Definitely Instagram-worthy--if only I could've snagged a shot without dodging a gaggle of kids jumping all over it with soggy shoes. Not worth sacrificing clean jeans for. Our wait was about 35 minutes, which didn't feel too long, especially since we were free to grab a drink from the bar and enjoy it outside--a popular move, judging by the crowd.
Service was solid, though nothing particularly memorable. With how packed it was, I wasn't expecting white-glove treatment anyway. Seating is scattered throughout, including a small bar area that offers a solid selection of local brews, wines, rosés, and even hard seltzers for the non-beer crowd.
Now, onto the food. I started with the smoked salmon dip, which was unexpectedly tasty--creamy and well-seasoned. My only gripe? Not nearly enough bread to scoop it up with, leaving me with leftover dip and nothing to pair it with. Still, it was pretty filling, which didn't help when my pizza arrived (also worth noting: I was jet-lagged, so my appetite wasn't at full strength).
Torn between the mushroom soup--which I'd seen glowing reviews of--and a small "Elf on the Shelf" pizza, I ended up going the pizza route. It came topped with pineapple, reindeer pepperoni (yes, really), and mozzarella on a thin crust. It was good, just not mind-blowing. In hindsight, I kind of wish I'd gone for the soup.
If I could give it a 3.5 out of 5, I would. I'd recommend this spot to true pizza enthusiasts or anyone looking for a fun place to grab a bite with friends--especially if you're passing through Alaska and want something a little off the beaten pizza path. Grab a slice, sip a local brew, and soak in the quirky charm.