As far as Alaska goes, it's hard to find "fine dining" when you truly wanna show your appreciation towards someone. I finally got to a point in my life where I could take my father out for a nice dinner rather than him taking me out. Carina's did not disappoint! The service was phenomenal, I had the lemon garlic fish and he had a pasta dish and both were fantastic. We also ordered old fashions (alcohol) and how they delivered it with a multitude of shaped and crafted ice as well as a selection of wood chips they smoke on the drink was impressive to say the least. Little expensive, but you leave feeling the money was worth it. As someone that's traveled a lot and seeks the nicest places wherever I'm at, I would say Carina's is the peak of dining in Wasilla. Food, service, and drinks were memorable and I will certainly go back for special occasions. Plus- the ambience and atmosphere are welcoming and warming and you are there for an experience not just food. Shout out to the waiter he was beyond excellent. read more

Absolutely fantastic experience here, the owner Carina greeted and seated us at our reserved two top. Her husband and chef Josh came up to set down a touch lamp that gave a nice ambiance, and he was so personable and easy to talk to. I had a delicious cocktail, husband had a beer. Had 3 Green Chili sliders, and 4 Langostino lobster deviled eggs as appetizers. Our entrees were: Indian Ocean and Tuscan Seafood Pasta. Then followed up with desert, which was Beignets. Everything was plated so beautiful, and so very delicious. I can't wait to return again and again to try out all the other food available. Was a top tier date night experience!! read more

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Chef Nick is amazing! The food was not only delicious, but each dish of the 10 we tried had slightly unique fusion twists to enhance their flavor. Our waiter Josh was kind and informative every step of the way. I could not be more delighted for my family's first night spent in an Alaskan vacation. read more

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A hidden gem! Love the ambiance! We went for brunch and order a lovely London Fog latte and the Woodland omelette. The London Fog was perfectly & subtly sweet with aromatic lavender buds floating on the foam. The omelette was stuffed with Portuguese sausage, mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese sided with blistered tomatoes and hash browns. And I added avocado on the side. IT WAS HUGE! I couldn't eat it all - had to take the rest home. It's what I get for ordering the pork belly appetizer- sooooo savory and crispy! Def returning!!! Service was a bit slow, but I think he was the only one there for the front of the house and wearing multiple hats. Super nice guy! :) Happy NOM'ing! read more

Carinas at the Clocktower - French Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

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OMG What a great little classy gourmet restaurant. White cloth ambiance. Diner personality Sushi bar complication Michelin quality chefs. Marriage proposal Date night Business meeting or Sunday brunch. Classy classy classy. Yum yum yum. I can't wait to return. read more

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First, I'm totally impressed! It's been around 4 years but has new owners. It's welcoming and has an upscale feel. They brought us a sample of their Chicken Bacon Ranch soup of the day and it was so good we ordered and split a bowl. So I got the Eggs Benedict with Crab Cakes you can substitute out the ham and upgrade. It was delicious. They have an amazing assortment of mocktails, specialty cocktails, wines and Alaskan craft beers, I'll be back to try some of them for sure. It's a gem for brunch in Wasilla and the wait staff provides for an attentive service! Waters were refilled quickly and we were visited by all 3 servers checking on us. I love this place! read more

Carinas at the Clocktower - Eggs Benedict w/Upgraded Crab Cakes Delicious! - French Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

Food is sooooo good. The restaurant is clean and tidy with 14 ish tables. Both times we have been here Chrissy has been our server for brunch. She was attentive and bubbly with excellent suggestions. The chicken fried chicken was really tasty and moist. I was surprised it being so crunchy, yet so moist and flavorful. The 4 cheese grilled cheese sammiches with the tomato bisque soup were super duper good as well. We had the chipotle Caesar salads for appetizers. Crisp lettuce and great flavored lil tomatoes. The bloody mary comes with it's own lil' pickled garden and a little hamburger! The food and service were both exceptional. We will be back to try more! read more

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This place is fantastic! Excellent breakfast the food is amazing. Loved my chicken fried chicken everything was cooked perfectly. Great service our waitress was very friendly and attentive to our needs and the chef even presented the food himself to us. Beautiful atmosphere with plenty of seating. Definitely a 5 star meal. read more

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Carinas is located in the Wasilla Clock Tower building where Meta and Rose was once located. I appreciate the fact they kept a few of the local favorites on the menu (from meta and rose) like the Seared Pork Belly, green chili sliders, and biscuits and gravy. The food is good and has been consistently good since they opened. The service is good, a little slow as they have minimal staffing but do not let this deter you, what little wait there is, its worth it Something else to consider, one chef is putting out all the dishes. Today our table ordered the seared pork bellies, chicken fried chicken, loco moco, eggs Benedict, and a grilled cheese with tomato bisque. That's an impressive eclectic order for a one chef operation AND he brought the food to the table. Props to you Chef The only recommendation I would make for the Chef is watch the salt in the soup...it was a little much. Otherwise the food was delicious, our server was incredible and the atmosphere was relaxing. What a blessing to have such a wonderful brunch option in Wasilla read more

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Cozy, elegant little restaurant in the Clock Tower in Wasilla. The chef and server are timely with the food. Nice place for a date nite. read more

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Trivia: In 1985 a movie with a famous clock tower came out. It was unique because lightning striking that tower provided for time travel. What is that movie? Carinas is the real deal. Sort of a best kept secret at this point. I arrived on a whim. I knew the restaurant was there, but it wasn't popping up on Yelp. I knew there was an upstairs bar and I asked to be seated there. It was quiet and tasteful with impeccable service and excellent fare. The mood lighting makes it the perfect place for to bring a date or enjoy a quiet relaxing meal. It wasn't until I was about to leave that I discovered my server was also the owner. He managed and led the restaurant so smoothly. Food arrived quickly and was presented elegantly. Going for the small plates gave me a chance to try a sampling of things. Each dish was full of flavor and carefully cooked. Each dish came with a splendid accoutrement. A sauce or pickled veggie, for instance. The smoked old fashioned had one large ice cube, just the way it should be. (And they have the option of a steel cube as well). Give this place a try! Too many flavors to try. You'll be excited to return. read more

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The restaurants we were trying to go to were all closed from the storms so we ended up going here. Heard great things about it but our dinner was mid at best. The drinks were pretty good. For dinner I had the Welly sandwich and my wife had the fish. The welly was pretty dry, over cooked and flavorless. My wife enjoyed her lemon fish dish. Server was very polite. After dinner I was pretty sick all the way home. Not sure what it was, but something I ate was not good. read more

This is the 2nd time I have been here in one month and I do not live in Wasilla. I cannot believe this place only has 15 reviews, the food, ambience and service is first class. I assumed it was a new restaurant since so few reviews and it turns out they have been around for over 4 years. They have a soup dujour and both times they offered samples of the soup, great upsell because it worked. Last time it was a chicken bacon ranch soup, oh so rich. Today it was brisket bisque - a little bit of a curry thing going on. It was good and not too rich. I opted for the salad I was thinking about last time and it was awesome. Greens, mandarin oranges, goat cheese, candied pecans, really good homemade croutons and tiger shrimp, The salad was a nice portion and so tasty. This time we were with friends and as one said, 'Didn't Michelin star restaurants earn stars based on whether it was worth driving too?' Well yes, yes this place is certainly worth the drive to Wasilla for an awesome meal. Not only is the food great, the company was wonderful and as I mentioned, first class service all the way. Presentation was beautiful and the lady chef even came out to the table. read more

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Drove all the way down from Anchorage and made sure to stop at Carina's by the Tower -- and the food never disappoints! Everything was super yummy. Chef Josh is very hands-on, warm, and clearly passionate about his work. The hospitality was awesome and made the whole experience even better. This place is truly a hidden gem in Wasilla. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

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It was our first time visiting Carinas at the Clocktower, and we had a wonderful lunch -- and already planning to come back, maybe for dinner next time! The set up of the restaurant was cute, cozy, and played music with great vibes. Our server was very attentive and respectful, we really appreciated his service. And the food was not only presented beautifully, but it tasted great too. We ordered the Korean pork belly, avocado bomb (ahi tuna poke inside an avocado and crispy potato on top), French onion soup, and their umami rice. The French onion soup's cheese was melted right at our table via blowtorch, and it was a rich, flavorful soup. Loved the dishes we ordered -- We left very satisfied and are excited to come again! read more

Carinas at the Clocktower - Korean Pork Belly - French Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

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How have I never been here before?! Right away, I was struck by how cute the interior is. We were seated at a table with a little candlelit ambiance, and the lighting was perfect--dim, but each table has adjustable lights to set the mood with different brightness. The service was excellent, and the food? Absolutely delicious! My boyfriend even said we need to come back until we've tried everything on the menu. This time, we went with the Pork Belly and Caribbean Shrimp appetizers, and they were amazing. The drinks were also super unique and fun! Definitely a spot we'll be returning to soon. read more

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Amazing food and service. First started going there a couple of years ago and was never disappointed in the food or the service. The owners were always making sure their service was top notch and the food was always delicious. read more

Excellent food and atmosphere. I highly recommend Carinas for a great meal and cocktails. The head chef came to the table and ensured our meal was to satisfaction, which of course it was. read more

Nice location with fresh salad ingredients including super sweet strawberries in the apple salad. Avocado toast was well balanced, and tasty. read more

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Shopping is great and brunch was fantastic. Got great recommendations from locals on what to do and see next, we will be back :)

My mom and I stopped in for brunch, and from the moment we walked in, it felt welcoming. The atmosphere was warm and inviting -- a cool blend of historical charm and thoughtful architectural details. The acoustics made it easy to chat without shouting, and the lighting was just right: bright enough for my mom (at a spry 87) to read the menu, but still cozy. Our server, Thalia, was wonderful -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely personable. She got us started right away with espressos and cold water, and she checked in just the right amount throughout the meal. Mom ordered the biscuits and gravy, and I have to say, she's a tough critic when it comes to that dish. Usually, she finds them dry, but this time she said it was the best she's ever had -- and she's pretty well-traveled! I went with the omelette, which was a little overcooked for my taste, but honestly, the great service, atmosphere, and my mom's satisfaction more than made up for it. All in all, Carina's is a gem -- a perfect spot for a relaxed, friendly brunch in a beautiful setting. We'll definitely be back! read more

Amazing food, amazing service, waiter was polite and happy, the food was amazing!! Ate it all up!! It was so pretty like artwork! Such a classy and clean environment. We found a gem! We will defiantly be back! Check this place out and you can be happy like us read more

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Wow! We came in looking for a nice place for breakfast & we're pleasantly surprised. The food is absolutely delicious, the ambiance is fantastic the staff is so efficient & sweet, read more

Carinas at the Clock Tower was a wonderful surprise. There isn't much signage so you could miss it. Carina was our server and she was friendly, and courteous. The restaurant was clean and the food was delicious. I especially enjoyed my lunch of avocado toast with micro greens. We are from out of town but it was such a pleasure to find a place to eat where I could get a healthy meal that didn't make me feel rotten. Traveling with Crohn's disease is a challenge but Carina's made my choices simple! Thank you Carina and team! . read more

My husband had a BLT with fries and I got the siren orchard salad best salad I've ever had and I heard the BLT was pretty delicious too. We also got a mocha and a jasmine pearl tea latte, both amazing as well. The waitress was so awesome (wish I could remember her name) so attentive and kind. Also can we talk about how this might be the best restaurant in wasilla for dates, it is so nice compared to every other place here. Definitely recommend coming here read more

Carinas at the Clocktower - Siren Orchard - French Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

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Good atmosphere, family run, so super kid friendly. We have been coming here for years, and it has changed management, but the staff seems to have remained the same, with top notch service. The incredible food just puts it over the top. Their are only like 4 places in the Valley I would recommend, and this place is #1 on that list. read more

I was looking forward to having brunch here based on the reviews, decor, and menu. It ended up being a disappointing experience. They were unable to make the drink i requested even tho it was on the menu, the wait for our food was unusually long, and the food itself was OK. Maybe it was an off day for the chef/cook and staff? I doubt I'll return. read more

Food was scrumptious and ample portions. Nice ambiance. Friendly staff. Will go again.

Carinas at the Clocktower tonight was amazing. The staff was quick and attentive but never rushed us. The food was stellar. We had a salad and 2 entrees. The tri tip and seafood pasta. It was seasoned perfectly, presented beautifully and tasted amazing. This is our new go-to for date night. Can't wait to try something new next time. I know it won't disappoint. read more

Food was very good and the old fashion was phenomenal as well. I would definitely recommend and go back again.