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Seafood
Enjoy our perfectly prepared seafood served as Fish and Chips or Blackened Halibut for a true taste of the sea.
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Crab Cakes
Delight in our rich crab cakes that are bursting with flavor and made with the freshest crab.
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Clam Chowder
Indulge in the best clam chowder in town, filled with generous chunks of tender clam and robust seasoning.
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Pizza
Homemade Pizza
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Fish Tacos
Savor our Fish Tacos, made with the finest local catch and packed with fresh flavor.
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Burger (Mushroom Swiss)
Bite into our juicy Mushroom Swiss Burger, loaded with flavor and topped with creamy Swiss cheese.
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Burger (Black and Blue)
Experience the bold taste of our Black and Blue Burger, featuring rich blue cheese and a juicy patty.
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Cauliflower Elotes
Start your meal with our popular Cauliflower Elotes appetizer, celebrated for its spicy, smoky flavors.
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Sweet Potato Kale Salad
Enjoy our hearty Sweet Potato Kale Salad, combining nutritious ingredients with rich tastes.
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Seafood Pasta
Dive into our comforting Seafood Pasta, packed with the freshest local catches of the day.
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Skillet Cookie
End your meal with our decadent Skillet Cookie, a crowd favorite that’s perfect for sharing.
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Chocolate Cake
Indulge in a slice of our rich Chocolate Cake for a sweet finish to your dining experience.
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Chocolate Malt Creme Brulle
Homemade Creme Brulle a sweet finish to your dining experience.
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Reviews

Greg “Gregory” M
Greg “Gregory” M
★★★★★
Great place for food that warms the heart. My go to is the chicken and waffles. Although they could add more seasoning to the chicken it is a very delicious meal. Service is great even when they are busy. Stop in and try this great meal.
Jordan
Jordan
★★★★★
Great service, menu and atmosphere. We thoroughly enjoyed the smoked salmon dip (favorite thing on the menu by far!) that is, fun fact: a family recipe. The sourdough with it was delectable. I had the sweet potato kale salad while my husband had the French dip. Wish we could’ve gone back again but we were only in Seward for the day. 10/10 recommend!
Sarah Leinbach
Sarah Leinbach
★★★★★
Several locals recommended this place to us so we figured we had to try it out. We agree: it is a must-visit restaurant in Seward! I really liked the atmosphere, it was a bit rugged and nautical but still felt refined and cozy. The food was absolutely delicious, especially the fried chicken. We also ordered the cauliflower appetizer (you need to order this, we absolutely devoured it!), the halibut, fish tacos, Alaskan king crab, carrot cake, and skillet cookie. Seriously so so good!!! I think this was probably our favorite meal while in Alaska
Genevieve
Genevieve
★★★★★
Some of the best biscuits and gravy I’ve ever had. The gravy was incredible. This place is not highly rated enough! Definitely the place to get brunch in Seward.
Porodica Vukojevic
Porodica Vukojevic
★★★★★
Such a wonderful find! This charming restaurant was just a short walk from our hotel, and we loved it so much we went twice—once for dinner and again for brunch. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, both in decor and in the people who run it. Service was fast and friendly, and the food was absolutely fantastic—rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. For dinner, the grilled halibut was our favorite, and for brunch, the Crows Nest was hands down the best breakfast I’ve had in ages. Highly recommended!
Tam Vu
Tam Vu
★★★★★
The clams were good but the best part is the warm bread served with the clams. It was so good, we asked for another order of bread. The butter was soft and salty - yummy. The shrimp arugula salad was tasty. The vinegarette dressing had good flavor. I ordered the seafood special cod blackened. The seasoning was great. It was good enough that my son ate my plate instead of his. I only wish the cod portion was a little larger. The fried chicken is made with boneless thighs. This is great because we prefer dark meat. The pickle slices in the dish were awesome - sweet and spicy! My son got the Mediterranean linguine with chicken. The chicken breast meat was a little dry but he liked the rest of the dish.
Misty Smart
Misty Smart
★★★★★
Went during a busy dinner time and the service was still amazing. If you are a calamari fan, get the appetizer! You will not regret it. I had the white pizza and my partner had the Alfredo. Both were top notch.
joe scruggs
joe scruggs
★★★★★
To kill some time in the rain, we stopped in here at the recommendation of a local…the fish and chips were delish!! Tartar sauce and slaw were great too! Service was hospitable and beer menu was all local AK. Prices weren’t any higher than any other place we’ve eaten in AK…they’re high all over the state but we expected that. I would eat here again 🙂
Jonathan Ayers
Jonathan Ayers
★★★★★
I was seating quickly, and the hostess was professional and kind. I was seated in a booth in the bar area. My server was the man behind the bar, and he was BUSY! Despite being busy, he was prompt in taking my order, getting me a drink, and anything else I needed. My food came pretty quick, and it was good! The Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza was delicious. I'd order it again. I ate half there and half the next day. I don't know why, so many places make paying painfully long. This was not the case here. He brought the check, ran the card, and I was off in just a couple of minutes. (I've had this part of the service literally take 10-15 minutes, easily.) I'll be back here and recommend it to others. What to try next time?
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What are you known for?

We are known for Salads, Chicken Pesto Sandwich, Seafood Pasta, Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Burgers, Black and Blue Burger, Ruben, Halibut Sandwich, BLT, Kids Pizza, Sweet Potato Kale Salad Fish and Chips, Halibut and Chips, Alaskan Salmon, Scallops, Local Shrimps, Caesar Salad, Local Seafood, Sablefish, Crème Brulle, Chocolate Cake, Carrot cake, , Garlic Knots, Margherita Pizza, King Crab, Salmon Dip, Nachos, Loaded Tots, Wedge Salad, Fried Chicken, Country Fried Steak, New York Steak, Chicken and Waffles, Tacos, Halibut Taco, Cod Taco, Fish Taco, Mushroom Burger, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Jalapeno Jam Burger, Rootbeer Float, Brownie Sundae, Skillet Dessert, Ice Cream.

We serve Brunch*, Lunch, and Dinner.
*As of right now, the Brunch menu is is available during the winter months only

Yes, we offer Takeout

We serve the following areas: Seward, Moose Pass, Exit Glacier Area, Lowell Point, Seward Cruise Ship Terminal, Seward outside city limits, and Miller’s Landing.

Yes. The Highliner is open year-round, serving lunch and dinner daily. While many local spots close between fall and spring, our kitchen stays open all through the Alaska winter — so you can count on a full-service meal in any season.

We’re a locally owned, full-service restaurant that stays open all year. Guests can expect scratch-made food, wild Alaska seafood, house-made pizza dough, homemade chowder, fresh burgers, and desserts — at prices that work for everyday dining, not just the summer rush.

Yes. We’re owned by a family of lifelong Seward residents who built the restaurant to serve both locals and visitors with great, affordable food every day of the year — not only during the busy summer cruise season.

Yes. Much of our menu is made in-house, including pizza dough, soups, seafood chowder, sauces, smoked salmon dip, and desserts like crème brûlée. We focus on scratch cooking and use local, sustainable ingredients whenever we can.

Yes. Our menu features wild Alaska seafood across starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrées — from halibut and salmon to cod, clams, shrimp, and crab cakes. Alaskan red king crab is offered when available.

We serve classic fish and chips made with local Alaskan fish. Choose halibut or cod, served with homemade tartar sauce, fries, and coleslaw.

Yes, when available. Our Alaskan red king crab comes with coleslaw, clarified butter, and bread. It’s offered at market price with limited availability, so please ask your server whether it’s on the menu during your visit.

It’s a scratch-made house recipe with clams, halibut, and cod, available by the cup or bowl. You can add a bread loaf on the side.

Yes. You’ll find wild Alaska salmon in our smoked salmon dip, our glazed sockeye salmon Crunch Bowl, and grilled or blackened salmon specials. The smoked salmon dip comes from a family recipe.

Guest favorites include halibut fish and chips, Alaskan seafood chowder, the Alaskan halibut sandwich, fish tacos, seafood pasta, pistachio halibut, smoked salmon dip, and crab cakes. When it’s in season, the Alaskan red king crab is a standout.

Yes. Choose halibut or cod — grilled, fried, or blackened — served with slaw, mango salsa, cotija cheese, and cilantro on your choice of flour or corn tortillas.

The Highliner serves Alaskan-sized, hand-pressed burgers made with ground chuck. Two favorites are the Jalapeño Jam Burger (bacon, Swiss, and house-made jalapeño jam) and the Mushroom Swiss Burger (sautéed mushrooms, Swiss, and horseradish cream sauce).

Yes. The Highliner Restaurant offers seasonal brunch during Seward’s winter off-season months. Brunch availability may change by season, so it is best to call ahead or check the restaurant’s website for the current schedule.

We’re generally open daily for lunch and dinner, with summer hours typically 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Seasonal and holiday hours can change, so please call (907) 224-3950 or check our website before you visit

Yes. Lunch starts daily at 11:00 AM, with seafood, fish and chips, burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups, tacos, pasta, pizza, and house favorites.

We’re at 303 Adams Street in downtown Seward, close to local shops, murals, historic buildings, hotels, and the Alaska SeaLife Center.

Yes. We’re an easy downtown walk from the Alaska SeaLife Center — a convenient stop for lunch or dinner before or after your visit.

Yes. We’re in downtown Seward, a short ride or a manageable walk from the cruise ship terminal — a handy full-service option for passengers looking for a sit-down meal while in port.

Yes. We can host larger groups and events — from business lunches and family gatherings to fishing charter and tour groups. For big parties or catering, please call ahead or reach us through our reservations and catering page.

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The Highliner Restaurant

United States

Address

303 Adams Street, Seward, Alaska 99664, United States

Contacts

907-224-3950

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