Salty Dawg Saloon

Bar · Homer ·

Salty Dawg Saloon

Bar · Homer ·

Cash-only bar with dollar bills covering the walls & pool table

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4380 Homer Spit Rd, Homer, AK 99603 Get directions

$10–20

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,700 Cities

"Rustic Charm and Money Covered Walls If you find yourself in Homer Alaska , a visit to The Salty Dawg Saloon is in order. What I remember of Homer Alaska is fishing boats, cool air off the water, and friendly people. What I liked about the Salty Dawg Saloon was its charming rustic building, a little wooded cabin off a lighthouse. So much of Alaska’s spirit seems reflected in a history built on character, necessities, and natural resources, not on anything superficial or flashy. This Saloons building has real history and tells a story through all its past lives of post office, school house, water tank holder, and more (as can be read on the website). The drinks were the common ones of any American Bar, and the attire just as common being jeans and heavy sweaters mostly. The walls and ceiling are lined with money and notes from all the people that have pasted through over the years. It certainly is a place I would not mind finding myself in again one day."

The Perfect Week in South-Central Alaska

Salty Dawg Saloon

Kathy M.

Google

We were just grabbing a few drinks before dinner. Atmosphere is very eclectic. The drinks were made very well. Annie provided excellent and friendly service. We didn't eat so can't rate or comment on food.

Sean A.

Google

must see a must stop for drinks. Great drinks, great bartender is very knowledgeable friendly staff and guests are also very nice and talkative friendly must get a T-shirt. Great shirts great prices.

Redzuan R.

Google

Had a great time at iconic bar at the spit with my entire family. Had a great time and shot some pool. Got a great sweatshirt out of the experience as well. It’s a cash only bar so fatten those wallets

Wood G.

Google

Friendly staff and patrons. Locals and tourists visit here. Not a fan of bars with dollar bills hanging all over but still a good time here. Lucky to be here after boat tour and the fish place came over and sold me cod/fries (big portions) for $10! They were closing for the season.

Charles H.

Google

Awesome dive bar fun place. Don't know if they serve food or not. Bartender has a heavy hand when pouring drinks very nice

Maria Thi M.

Google

A Homer icon, the place lives up to its name. It’s dark inside and the walls are filled with dollar bills. Here you can belly up to the bar and sit with locals and visitors. Memorabilia is for sale.

Jillian I.

Google

This. Place. Is. EPIC! Enjoying an Irish coffee with friends after a night of shenanigans and music. The soundtrack here is Pink Floyd, 70’s and 80’s rock. The bar mistress is my spirit animal and I just got the coolest Tshirt. Atmosphere is super chill and welcoming. Drinks are appropriately spiked and I will never forget the dollar bill aesthetic. 10/10.

chris B.

Google

This place is a must stop when you are remotely close to the area. Don't forget your cash as they don't take plastic. They don't have beer on tap but the atmosphere makes it worthwhile.

Scott G.

Yelp

TIP: Get $40-60 in cash (there is a Wells Fargo in town), Arrive at 4-5 PM when the fishing boat crews arrive, Bring a $1 bill, write something on it and pin it to the wall, If you like Bloody Mary's, get one or more. This is a MUST DRINK HERE in Homer AK. Every town in Alaska has one or more dive bars but this is the crown jewel of Alaska dive bars. heck it out.

Sherry D.

Yelp

Cool vibe about the only game in town in September. Thought we would run into August AKA redhead or Atz Lee but nada.

Michael H.

Yelp

If you think you've seen bars with dollar bills hanging all over the walls.. you ain't seen nothing until you've seen this joint!! Old cabin from the 1930's converted to a bar & it's not very big inside although they do have an outdoor seating area. Great joint to have a few beers and put your dollar on the wall after a long fishing trip! Prices are about average & watch for drunken tourists who look to be at their first rodeo// Talk Later

Robert P.

Yelp

This old place is just a hoot. We were actually searching for an ATM machine and stumbled in here. We found the ATM and then had to stay and have a beer. This is must experience bar in this small hamlet.

Elizabeth M.

Yelp

We made a day trip to Homer from Seward and this spot was mentioned a lot on Reddit so I thought we might as well check it out. Salty Dawg Saloon is truly an experience. It was rainy and cold outside so people had packed in to get some warmth. The establishment is cash only, but there's an ATM if you don't have any. It was busy but service was prompt and super friendly. As the kids would say, the vibes were immaculate.

Kelsey C.

Yelp

This place is awesome and we just had to visit! Although it is small, it was packed for a Sunday.

Diana B.

Yelp

Loved visiting again. Love the bartender. Love everything about this place. First went in 1980. Used to live in Homer but hadn't been there since 2014.

Tristan D.

Yelp

Neat dive bar out in the spit. Everything is covered in dollar bills. It's worth a visit. But the prices and drinks were ok, not great. And the service was short and rude. Definitely a tourist trap.

Jillian I.

Yelp

This. Place. Is. EPIC! Enjoying an Irish coffee with friends after a night of shenanigans and music. The soundtrack here is Pink Floyd, 70's and 80's rock. The bar mistress is my spirit animal and I just got the coolest Tshirt. Atmosphere is super chill and welcoming. Drinks are appropriately spiked and I will never forget the dollar bill aesthetic. 10/10 for service and ambiance.

Sarah S.

Yelp

Awesome place for a great vibe and drinks!!!! So glad we stopped in and checked it out on our 50th birthday trip.

Nandini M.

Yelp

Had a great time over Christmas! Bartender happily kept topping off my boozy coffee with whipped cream. Can see why it's so popular, would def come back if I'm in Homer again

Myra S.

Yelp

Great ambience, Excellent staff, yummy drinks, all-in-all, an absolute must!! Just FYI, Cash Only!

Haley Y.

Yelp

Go to Salty Dawg Saloon, we had a really good time. The bartenders were really nice and super quick to make your drinks. Good vibes with locals and visitors alike

Susan C.

Yelp

A great local bar. Friendly staff with good service. I recommend this place if you want just a bar not food.

Christopher M.

Yelp

A must nostalgic stop when in Homer. Bring cash , that's all they take, grab a cold one and settle in. After awhile you will start to try and count the abundance of currency labeled and hung on every square inch of the place. If lucky you can sit outside or spot a recent catch being fileted. The bartender was busy but care of everyone! Enjoy

Keith B.

Yelp

Why wouldn't you stop by???? Place is iconic! Remember to duck when going in and out.

Tormy L.

Yelp

Places is very down to earth , definitely a place to stop and have few drinks. I order "something sweet" it was very good and strong . The place is very fun the bartender is amazing . Going back there tonight again. Music was very pleasant. Definitely a place to check out

Zark M.

Yelp

Everything you could ever need to end a perfect day in Homer! Awesome staff and cheap drinks! Be sure to bring cash. Extra dollar bills are a plus!!

Kathy K.

Yelp

Fun dive bar. Cash only. Sign a dollar bill and become part of the history. The wearable souvenirs are excellent.

Corabelle G.

Yelp

Total hole in the wall bar. Walk in and I am shocked with what we see. Dollar bills on every wall & ceiling. Write a note on the dollar bill and pin it to the wall. This historic spot is a definite stop for all visitors. It's a really cool, tiny place to grab a drink and relax

Roger L.

Yelp

What a fun and inviting bar this was out on the spit! I went during the off-season, but it was still a nice place to drop in and have a drink!

Jessica M.

Yelp

The ambiance is unlike anything else. Located on the Spit in Homer, it's a small, cool bar with dollar bills all over. CASH ONLY! Service was fast, merch was plentiful! Salty Dawg was recommended by a local and I recommend it to anyone who needs a drink! Enjoy!

Paul W.

Yelp

Very cool dive bar. Service was friendly and the beer was cold. This is a fun bar to hang out in while in Homer.

Nancy D.

Yelp

There are dive bars, but this one is a must see one in a million. I've never seen anything like it before to this level. There isn't a surface that hasn't been papered with signed dollar bills from around the world in the interior of this bar. We dropped a fortune in sweatshirt and T-shirt purchases and had a chance to be creative with our graffiti both on the dollar bills and on the patio walls. Put it on the Homer must do list.

Shawn H.

Yelp

It's the best known dive bar in the coolest fishing town in Alaska, need I say more? See you there again this summer, we'll be returning July 6-13, 2024!

Jamie B.

Yelp

The Dawg is nostalgic for us, having been raised in Alaska. Nowadays, it's a huge tourist attraction, but on slower nights outside of the short summer season, you'll still easily find a spot at the bar and be able to reminisce with some Homer locals. Cash only (with an ATM available), no food, and updated jukebox.

Dawn M.

Yelp

The draw to the bar is that everyone hangs a dollar bill anywhere they would like. The real draw is that the Salty Dog was a lighthouse during a 9.2 earthquake and was the only building to survive!! It's CASH ONLY- even for merchandise (merchandise also available behind the bar, in the Salty Girl gift shop, and they take cards) . Service depends on the bartender- we stopped in 3 times after fishing- 1st time was awesome, Erica, super nice and then the 2nd was a bit cold and our 3rd time we were celebrating a great fish day by ordering shots and the bartender told us if we get drunk she would call the cops! Really? There were 4 of us and we had 2 beers and shot and left. Didn't go back again.

Joe P.

Yelp

If you're ever in Homer Spit, Alaska you have to visit the Salty Dawg Saloon. If Webster's had a definition for Dive Bar the Dawg's photo would be next to it. Our group had just returned from a 4 hour Halibut trip in cold, wet conditions and decided to have a few drinks and buy some souvenirs. The bar is covered walls to ceiling in dollar bills signed by the previous visitors. The place reminds you of the bar from the Star Wars movie in a good way. Our group ordered mostly local Alaskan Brews (all good) but one of our guys was cold to the bone from fishing. The bartender whipped up a fine Hot Buttered Rum for him that hit the spot. I was waiting for Jack Sparrow to stroll in and order some Grog. Must see place when in Homer Spit.

Bruce M.

Yelp

Must see to believe. Drinks are fantastic, but space is coolest for 100 miles. Food is hot dogs, plain or spicy, but drinks are the absolute highlight.

Tara E.

Yelp

Really, you just come here for a beer and to leave a dollar on the wall. It's a must stop destination if ever you are in Homer.

Justin F.

Yelp

This is definitely not a family experience However, for singles or couple it's a cool history behind this place, that was the main reason why I went there. It was so busy however that there was hardly standing room there! The was stinky and loud and not preference of someone to grab a beer but all in all I'd say it's worth see it, if your on the Homer Spit!

Candace L.

Yelp

After the long trek from Anchorage to Homer on a snowy and rainy day I was looking forward to experiencing something in Homer. Thank goodness for the Salty Dawg, it's about the only place/bar even open and one of the places on my list to check out. It's a total little dive bar which I was completely enthusiastic about visiting. I ordered an amber beer and told myself celebrating my birthday surrounded by cash has got to be a good omen for my next 365 day trip around the sun. I put a song on the juke box and wrote on a dollar to hang up in the place and I was out. Short and sweet visit. I can see how when this town is lively and thriving, non pandemic, non off season this could be a really fun little spot to get together. Don't go to Homer without going to the Salty Dawg, it's my wish for you.

Pablo S.

Yelp

Such a crazy little piece of americana way out in Alaska. The place was packed to the gills but I was able to get an ice cold domestic beer and stand for a spell while my wife did a little tourist shopping around the area.

Michelle B.

Yelp

Great place to stop in for a cold adult beverage. Great atmosphere, fun and full of Friends in Low Places vibes. Bring $1.00 bills and make it known that you were there.

Sandy K.

Yelp

A fun dive with good drinks at reasonable price! Check it out and buy a Tshirt! Fun people and great bartenders

Randy M.

Yelp

Unfortunately this place is only good for a "I'm a tourist who has visited homer" sweatshirt. Cool building, but always pissed off staff, super basic beer selections and not even allowed to have dogs on the patio. Ehh. No thanks.

Tami P.

Yelp

Fun place to sit for a drink. Friendly environment. Seeing all the dollars is a unique experience.

Matt C.

Yelp

The miller lite was cold, the bartenders are assholes, dollar bills stapled to the wall if that's your thing...

Nema S.

Yelp

We had a blast having drinks here. The wait staff was very attentive. The speciality cocktails were absolutely delicious. The only thing we did know was that it's a CASH ONLY place. They do have a ATM.

Amy S.

Yelp

Very fun place with friendly staff and a good beer and liquor selection. It is a staple on Homer Spit and a must visit!

Sean R.

Yelp

If you are gonna hang out in a bar in Homer there isn't a better one. It's s a mellow fisherman/local hang out in the winter and can be a crazy busy madhouse in the summer. If you are in Homer you should definitely stop into the Dawg.

Paul J.

Yelp

This place makes all those only in your state and oldest bar lists. I love stuff like that! It did not disappoint. It is a shack right off the spit and you walked down into it and don't realize how big it is until you get inside. There's the usual kitchen dollar bills everywhere but the real charm is that it is full of locals and tourists and is a fun place to have a beer or a salty dog after a long day out in Homer. Parking is all along the street out front and I can't recall a bathroom.

Erika K.

Yelp

Bad experience with rude staff, many other better locations on the spit. There are a lot better places all over the spit, avoid this one!

h l.

Yelp

I wish I wasn't always disappointed by this Homer icon! I've tried so many times to have a good time here but It's a locals bar. I don't mind waiting for a drink but not when totally ignored! No thanks, I'll spend my money somewhere else!

Micki S.

Yelp

Very much a dive bar where you just get served bottles and cans of beer. It's a interesting atmosphere with money and other random things attached to all the walls and ceilings. When we went there was no music and it wasn't packed so it also felt awkward being in a silent bar. It's an iconic spot but one time was enough.

Adam D.

Yelp

I get that you have to take this place for what it is, but that doesn't mean the bartender has to be rude to customers. We went here for the first time and ordered a drink at the bar. My beer was $6. I remember this price, because the bartender told me twice I had to pay before she served me. "Cash only, and I need you to pay now. That's not a knock on your character. That's just how we do business." Her exact words. I gave her $10. She must have thought she deserved a $4 tip for her friendliness because she never gave me change. Sadly, the saltiness of the dawg rubbed off on the staff.

Ben N.

Yelp

Salty dog is a must go to bar in homer Customer service was great and friendly No beers on tap just can and bottles and cocktails. Cash only no credit card excepted.

Cynthia Fleck F.

Yelp

If you ever make it to Homer Alaska, you have to grab a drink at The Salty Dog Saloon...for sure, its a landmark! Fun place to meet people and the drinks were great...of course, we had to have a Salty Dog and their signature drink...a "Duck Fart"

Renee L.

Yelp

A overpriced canned beer in an interesting place filled with dollar bills hanging everywhere. Ok, but not a must do, IMO.

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,700 Cities

The Perfect Week in South-Central Alaska

Salty Dawg Saloon

Kathy M.

Google

Sean A.

Google

must see a must stop for drinks. Great drinks, great bartender is very knowledgeable friendly staff and guests are also very nice and talkative friendly must get a T-shirt. Great shirts great prices.

Redzuan R.

Google

Wood G.

Google

Charles H.

Google

Awesome dive bar fun place. Don't know if they serve food or not. Bartender has a heavy hand when pouring drinks very nice

Maria Thi M.

Google

Jillian I.

Google

chris B.

Google

This place is a must stop when you are remotely close to the area. Don't forget your cash as they don't take plastic. They don't have beer on tap but the atmosphere makes it worthwhile.

Scott G.

Yelp

Sherry D.

Yelp

Cool vibe about the only game in town in September. Thought we would run into August AKA redhead or Atz Lee but nada.

Michael H.

Yelp

Robert P.

Yelp

Elizabeth M.

Yelp

Kelsey C.

Yelp

This place is awesome and we just had to visit! Although it is small, it was packed for a Sunday.

Diana B.

Yelp

Loved visiting again. Love the bartender. Love everything about this place. First went in 1980. Used to live in Homer but hadn't been there since 2014.

Tristan D.

Yelp

Neat dive bar out in the spit. Everything is covered in dollar bills. It's worth a visit. But the prices and drinks were ok, not great. And the service was short and rude. Definitely a tourist trap.

Jillian I.

Yelp

Sarah S.

Yelp

Awesome place for a great vibe and drinks!!!! So glad we stopped in and checked it out on our 50th birthday trip.

Nandini M.

Yelp

Had a great time over Christmas! Bartender happily kept topping off my boozy coffee with whipped cream. Can see why it's so popular, would def come back if I'm in Homer again

Myra S.

Yelp

Great ambience, Excellent staff, yummy drinks, all-in-all, an absolute must!! Just FYI, Cash Only!

Haley Y.

Yelp

Go to Salty Dawg Saloon, we had a really good time. The bartenders were really nice and super quick to make your drinks. Good vibes with locals and visitors alike

Susan C.

Yelp

A great local bar. Friendly staff with good service. I recommend this place if you want just a bar not food.

Christopher M.

Yelp

Keith B.

Yelp

Why wouldn't you stop by???? Place is iconic! Remember to duck when going in and out.

Tormy L.

Yelp

Zark M.

Yelp

Everything you could ever need to end a perfect day in Homer! Awesome staff and cheap drinks! Be sure to bring cash. Extra dollar bills are a plus!!

Kathy K.

Yelp

Fun dive bar. Cash only. Sign a dollar bill and become part of the history. The wearable souvenirs are excellent.

Corabelle G.

Yelp

Roger L.

Yelp

What a fun and inviting bar this was out on the spit! I went during the off-season, but it was still a nice place to drop in and have a drink!

Jessica M.

Yelp

Paul W.

Yelp

Very cool dive bar. Service was friendly and the beer was cold. This is a fun bar to hang out in while in Homer.

Nancy D.

Yelp

Shawn H.

Yelp

It's the best known dive bar in the coolest fishing town in Alaska, need I say more? See you there again this summer, we'll be returning July 6-13, 2024!

Jamie B.

Yelp

Dawn M.

Yelp

Joe P.

Yelp

Bruce M.

Yelp

Must see to believe. Drinks are fantastic, but space is coolest for 100 miles. Food is hot dogs, plain or spicy, but drinks are the absolute highlight.

Tara E.

Yelp

Really, you just come here for a beer and to leave a dollar on the wall. It's a must stop destination if ever you are in Homer.

Justin F.

Yelp

Candace L.

Yelp

Pablo S.

Yelp

Michelle B.

Yelp

Great place to stop in for a cold adult beverage. Great atmosphere, fun and full of Friends in Low Places vibes. Bring $1.00 bills and make it known that you were there.

Sandy K.

Yelp

A fun dive with good drinks at reasonable price! Check it out and buy a Tshirt! Fun people and great bartenders

Randy M.

Yelp

Tami P.

Yelp

Fun place to sit for a drink. Friendly environment. Seeing all the dollars is a unique experience.

Matt C.

Yelp

The miller lite was cold, the bartenders are assholes, dollar bills stapled to the wall if that's your thing...

Nema S.

Yelp

Amy S.

Yelp

Very fun place with friendly staff and a good beer and liquor selection. It is a staple on Homer Spit and a must visit!

Sean R.

Yelp

Paul J.

Yelp

Erika K.

Yelp

Bad experience with rude staff, many other better locations on the spit. There are a lot better places all over the spit, avoid this one!

h l.

Yelp

Micki S.

Yelp

Adam D.

Yelp

Ben N.

Yelp

Salty dog is a must go to bar in homer Customer service was great and friendly No beers on tap just can and bottles and cocktails. Cash only no credit card excepted.

Cynthia Fleck F.

Yelp

Renee L.

Yelp

A overpriced canned beer in an interesting place filled with dollar bills hanging everywhere. Ok, but not a must do, IMO.

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