Kenai Joe's

The feel

Kenai Joe's sits in Old Town Kenai and dates to 1935, when it opened as the peninsula's oldest watering hole. It is an old-town dive, cheap and unpretentious.

Doug Hogue of Kenai River Brewing bought the historic bar and kept the name, to keep the spirit of its history. Beer on tap, well drinks and specialty cocktails are the draw, and live bands play most weekends.

What to expect

Setting

An old-town dive at 800 Cook Ave., Old Town Kenai, in the former Kenai Joe's building.

Hours

Daily from 3pm; Friday and Saturday to 2am.

Food and drink

Beer on tap, well drinks and specialty cocktails.

Music and events

Live bands most weekends.

Season and access

Open daily.

Mingo says

Aim for a Friday or Saturday if you want a late night, since doors stay open until 2am. Weekends are when the bands play.

Before you go

• Call (907) 283-5637 to confirm hours and the band schedule.
• Head to Old Town Kenai at 800 Cook Ave.
• Doors open at 3pm daily.

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