Halibut House
- August 20, 2006
- Rated 4 of 5 by
jadednomad from Lake City, Florida
fried seafood/ fast food
heard about this place fr locals, called to see if they were open for late lunch (2pm on a Saturday, and yes). Staff very efficient, very friendly and very helpful (great directions), and come to find out, fairly young.
Was pleasantly surprised to find such personable, friendly and polite youthful staff. My order was ready when I got there, and fr our phone conversation, they had put together a 1/2 basket halibut & 1/2 salmon so I could try the 2. The halibut was definitely the better, but now is not the best time for the best salmon either. The fish was fresh and breading was crisp, not greasy. Good flavor, and definitely didn't smell fishy (always a good thing).
The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere convivial. And while the staff is young, they were very poised and the raucousness that usually plays out with this age group was not evident, tho everyone seemed to be friends. It was just a very pleasant experience, from phone call to take-out.
There weren't many people there this afternoon, but around closing time, locals were piling out of the seating area, seemed to be having a good time, and there were a couple people taking out. The largest group seen was 5.
Good Value? Yes. The seafood basket came to less than $10. It was fresh, and this is Alaska in the summertime, still in the throes of tourist season. Not many places around these parts have entrees for less than 10 bucks.
Will definitely be coming back if in the area. I'd like to try the clam chowder that's always sold out by the time I get there.
Recommended for people on the move or those on the budget or for people who like deep fried seafood that's not greasy. Also recommended for people who want to see some great kids at work, they really were impressive. :)
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