
Established in 1995, Fiori D’Italia is a cherished family-owned Italian restaurant that has earned a sterling reputation as Alaska’s premier destination for authentic Italian cuisine and a distinguished whiskey selection. Over the years, Fiori D’Italia has solidified its status as Alaska’s leading Italian eatery. In addition to our culinary offerings, Fiori D’Italia takes pride in our craft cocktail menu. Our commitment to excellence in hospitality and beverage selection has not gone unnoticed. Fiori D’Italia has been recognized as the 30th best whiskey bar in the United States. We invite you to join us at Fiori D’Italia, where tradition and quality converge to create a truly memorable dining experience.
Traditional Italian dishes, including pasta & pizza, served in a warm room with Tiffany-style lamps.
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A few things to know before visiting: they don’t take reservations, it’s strictly first-come, first-served, and they won’t seat you until your entire party arrives. Parking can also be tight since the restaurant sits right in the middle of a neighborhood block.
We finally had a chance to visit and were hoping to enjoy the legendary bar program before dinner, but unfortunately the bar area was closed for a private function that evening. Once our full party arrived though, we were seated immediately.
The space feels like an old family home filled with eclectic décor, memorabilia, and vintage artwork. While you wait, take a moment to look over their impressive spirit collection.
Service throughout the evening was very friendly, attentive, and efficient. A true bright spot.
The menu is exactly what you’d expect from an old-school American Italian restaurant, with sections broken out by protein (chicken, veal, beef, seafood) along with pasta and pizza.
We started with escargot, shrimp scampi, stuffed mozzarella bread, fried calamari, and the prosciutto pizza. This is comfort food through and through: big portions, lots of butter, and plenty of grated parmesan. The seafood was nicely cooked and the stuffed bread was clearly house-made, but the pizza was overloaded with cheese and the crust was forgettable. The biggest miss was the calamari, which tasted like a pre-breaded frozen product.
For entrees we covered the spectrum with veal, the prime rib special, and several pasta dishes. All entrees come with a starter salad and beef dishes include pasta or vegetables. Portions are very large, but execution was uneven. The pasta was overcooked and swimming in sauce, the vegetables were over-steamed, and many of the sauces lacked depth.
We asked about dessert but were told they were all frozen, pre-made options, so we passed.
For a place with so much history and local loyalty, the quality of ingredients and execution was surprising. The friendly service and nostalgic atmosphere are clearly the star ingredients here. I’d return to experience the bar program when it’s open or for one of their Whiskey Tastings, but it’s not somewhere I’d likely come back to for dinner.
When we got there, only five people were ahead of us, but we still stood on our feet in line for an hour while half the restaurant had empty tables. By the time we were finally seated, we were starving. It then took 20 minutes just to get water and another 7 minutes before we could even order.
We ordered the cheese stuffed bread ($12), jalapeño poppers ($11), Caesar salad ($10), clam chowder, chicken Alfredo ($26), and the halibut almond crust pasta ($38).
The Caesar salad was very basic. The jalapeño poppers were just okay. The clam chowder wasnt good. The cheesy garlic bread was the only thing we liked. The chicken Alfredo was the blandest pasta I’ve ever had. Chicken looked boiled. Olive Garden would have been way better than this. We also weren’t allowed to order a side of marinara for the bread because the kitchen was “too busy”.
The halibut pasta had a very sweet, strange flavor and my husband knew he didn’t like it after one bite. When he asked to have it taken off the bill, the waitress questioned why he took a bite… which felt awkward and dumb. You have to taste something to know if you like it. We were polite about everything, but the communication from our server felt off.
Overall, the food was terrible for how expensive it was, the service was extremely slow, and the whole experience was frustrating. We definitely would not come back. Left us hungry and like we waisted our one date night after a long hard week of work. We’re pissed and wish we wouldve paid $0.
From the moment you cross the threshold, the delightful aroma of traditional Italian herbs and freshly baked bread promises an unforgettable dining experience. Urimi and Yulber’s passion for authentic Italian cuisine is evident in every beautifully crafted dish. Their menus are a harmonious blend of classic recipes and innovative culinary twists, all made with carefully selected ingredients that elevate every bite to a work of art.
But what truly sets Fiori D’Italia apart is the personal connection the owners share with each guest. Urimi’s warm welcome and Yulber’s attention to every detail create an intimate atmosphere where every diner feels like family. Their genuine enthusiasm for sharing the rich traditions of Italian dining paired with the rugged charm of Anchorage makes this restaurant a true gem.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a quiet evening with good friends, Fiori D’Italia offers a dining experience that’s both refined and heartfelt. With Urimi and Yulber at the helm, every visit is a journey into the heart of Italy, right in the stunning landscape of Alaska.
For those seeking remarkable food, superb service, and a place that feels like home, Fiori D’Italia is a must-visit destination. It’s more than just a restaurant—it’s a celebration of good food, great company, and the art of cooking, lovingly brought to life by two amazing owners.
The price was a bit spendy for the service that we got, as well observed a few other tables getting the same service while possibly “Regulars” or “ High Spenders” get the red carpet. I think if service was a bit more at heart or more meaningful would be a better establishment. But a very high priced dinner to be treated like 2nd class on the Titanic.
We ordered the Black Manhattan and the Fiori Cosmopolitan alongside the Mozzarella Loaf with red sauce to start off with. Drinks were spectacular and the Loaf was loaded with mozzarella cheese and paired well with the red sauce that it came with!
We ordered the stuffed chicken (spicy) and also the shrimp & scallop fettuccine as well. Everyone I have talked to always recommends the stuffed chicken and let me tell you, it was mind blowing with flavors and paired so well with the sauce! I highly recommend it as well, especially if it is you first time going. The shrimp & scallop fettuccine was also amazing as well. I love a good fettuccine and would recommend this if you love seafood! They put a good amount of seafood in it as well which was amazing!
Lastly, we finished it off with a chocolate cake. By the time we finished they were sold out of their Baklava which was also highly recommended. Personally, I thought the chocolate cake would’ve been great paired with vanilla ice cream or more whipped cream since it was very rich in chocolate.
Overall the experience and atmosphere was a 5/5 and i’m excited to go back to try different dishes!
The espresso martini is so good!
Parking is a breeze.
Bar to wait in should you arrive before your party.
Service was fairly quick even on a busy Friday night. As an Italian myself I wanted to try the dishes that were closest to my heart as a child in Nonna’s kitchen.
I ordered the Fried Calamari Marinara, the Pollo Alla Calabria, clam chowder soup, and Tiramisu for dessert. All three were spectacularly delicious, fresh, and hot. An ample amount of bread was served at the table, making quick work of the delicious red wine sauce that remained on my plate.
I love this place and will definitely come back!