Based on 512 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
Harbor Rd, Whittier, AK 99693
Phone: (907) 472-2550
Website: http://varlys-seafood-cafe.keeq.io/
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Hours
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11:30 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Laura Thomas
We loved our lunch at Swiftwater yesterday. We ordered the crab cakes and two half and half fry baskets (half shrimp and half halibut). The shrimp was the best part and we both wished we had ordered more of it! The fries were very similar to McDonald’s, which is high praise in my opinion. The perfect mix of soft, crunchy and salty. The Patio overlooking the harbor was the best spot in Whittier!
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Nick Giersdorf
Varly’s Swiftwater Seafood Cafe in Whittier, Alaska is a must-visit for seafood lovers. The halibut served at the restaurant is simply incredible – perfectly cooked and seasoned to perfection. The restaurant’s friendly staff goes above and beyond to ensure that every guest has a pleasant dining experience.
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Anid De
Incredible spot, views could not be better, feels like I could have watched the boats go by for days. Halibut is light, flaky, juicy, tender, moist, everything you could want. Shrimp were also a delight! Staff is incredibly friendly and the defore fits the scene. A must stop when in Whittier.
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Veronica Griffith
My boyfriend and I got the half and half (fish and chips with shrimp and halibut). The fries were seriously so good! The fish was lightly breaded so you are definitely get good chunks of meat and they were tasty as well. The staff was very nice and enjoyed the atmosphere of this cute place.
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Casey Bollinger
We did two weeks of work in Alaska, working on a cabin in Halibut cove, and the food from Varley’s has been the BEST since I’ve been in AK!!
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Scott Coble
Fresh fried Halibut straight from the bay is cooked to perfection here. Amazing food options and very friendly staff. What an incredible place.
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Let’s See
Wonderful rustic seaport classic dining, no frills hut on the sea with a gorgeous view, comfortable and cozy dining, and outstanding Cod.
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Steven Beveridge
The chowder is some of the best! Had to get a bowl to go! The lady at the register is doing a great job! She needs a raise! She one of the best in the restaurant business!
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G B
Two very thin small pieces of halibut and six of the smallest side stripe shrimp I ever saw.
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C P
Big portion of fries, very small portion of fish. Thin, breaded fish, not the crispy deep fried variety. Nothing special
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