Crow's Nest

The feel

The Crow's Nest sits atop Tower III of Hotel Captain Cook, on the 20th floor, with panoramic views of downtown Anchorage, the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet. It is a dinner room first, with a cellar of 10,000 bottles and a wine list of 1,200 selections, nearly 20 of them by the glass.

The menu leans on Alaskan seafood such as king crab, black cod and halibut. If you only want classic cocktails, wine or dessert, the bar and lounge is the place to settle in.

What to expect

Setting

Atop Tower III of Hotel Captain Cook at 939 W. 5th Avenue, with panoramic views of downtown Anchorage, the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet.

Hours

Dinner Tuesday to Thursday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. The last seating for dining room reservations is 8:30 p.m.

Food and drink

Alaskan seafood such as king crab, black cod and halibut, and a 1,200-selection wine list. The bar and lounge serves classic cocktails, wine and dessert.

Parking

Valet for up to five hours is $36 per vehicle.

Kids

Guests must be 16 or older for lounge seating when accompanied by an adult. Bar seating is for guests 21 and older.

Season and access

Attire is business casual.

Mingo says

Book the dining room for the full dinner experience. Drop into the lounge when you only want a drink or dessert.

Before you go

• Call (907) 343-2217 to reserve a dining room table.
• Plan to be seated by 8:30 p.m. for dinner.
• Wear business casual.
• Budget $36 per vehicle if you use the valet.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.