I recall going to Pel Meni many years ago, and a different location. I happened to drive by this spot one night on my at back from the cabin, it was open late, the lights were on and it looked super inviting. I FINALLY got to stop by and see what this place is all about....:and I ADORE it! TBH it didn't really feel like I was in Anchorage anymore, and it was a nice vibe. The dumplings were fantastic, I asked the guy prepping the food to make me his favorites and he did not disappoint. The place was BUSY, lots of people coming and going, a definite spot for the bar hoppers. The hidden gem of this little dumpling spot though.....is 100% the record collection! As soon as the record playing was done I was told it was cool to put anything I wanted on. I browsed the collection and picked out a few to choose from when it was my turn. Better than a jukebox!! I'm a total sucker for vinyl and was content to hang out, people watch, eat good food and listen to records. I will absolutely be going back.
John Y.
Pel Meni Dumplings are great comfort food! I'm gonna get some now that they're on the brain!
Leo G.
Simple and Delish can't go wrong. Recommend the meat option with everything on it. I liked the potatoes one with just butter and sourcream.
Marika Shabak
Food was like a 3/10 service was a 0/10Cleanliness was a 1/10 so dirty the girl up front had a poker face didn’t say welcome or anything was super rude when asked simple questions and sat on her phone while we ate and restraunt was so
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
jeremy lopez
First time trying. Someone told me about it online. Great dumplings and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bree A.
Simple, quick, enjoyable, easy, and filling. The food was great and the workers are always nice!
Nick S.
I was glad they were open late. The dumplings (and we got the works, everything on top) were alright but probably over-hyped. It's possible our expectations were too high for what it is, but we tried both kinds and there wasn't a lot in the way of flavor. I did enjoy being able to put an old record on while waiting, we mostly stopped by while in Anchorage on our Alaska trip for the nostalgia/heritage and experience.
Joshua Hoggan
Meandered in after bar hopping a little bit. Staff is super nice, food is super good. Felt very mid-century Soviet bloc in the best way possible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Pelmeni
Rachel Shassetz
First time trying this type of dumpling and wow will definitely have to have them again. We got both the beef and the potato dumplings with everything on them and got a dish of sour cream they have in the fridge and it all was so good together. It gives a hole in the wall restaurant vibe but the record player is a nice touch. Give them a try if you’re in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah G.
I was traveling for business and discovered this restaurant. I'm so glad I did! It was the perfect amount of food. I walked around downtown for my appointments and this place was perfectly located. I was a bit concerned it would be too hot and at first said no sriracha. However, the employee told me she's not a big fan of too spicy and said she enjoys it with the works. I took her advice and I'm so glad I did. One of the most delicious meals of dumplings, I've ever had!! I loved the records and looked at them while waiting for my meal. It's a very relaxed and cool vibe. I was sad I discovered it on my last day! Good thing I go back to Anchorage yearly! I'll definitely be back. I almost thought of asking way to make it to go and eat on the airplane!!
I've been to the original in Juneau, the second in Sitka, and this one, and they're all the same - amazing. Try it, you'll love it.
jarrod franklin
Just like the ones in Juneau! Delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Pelmeni
Heven Demo (Hevendemo)
Awesome music, great food, and open late! Its so nice to meet with some friends after everyone gets off work to chill.The pelmeni is very good and affordable.
I’m from Juneau- home of the original Pels. This tastes the same but over the years (my first visit in 2003) there has been serious shrinkflation and a crazy increase in prices. What I got on this visit (though delicious) I would never call a meal. The lack of sour cream is a huge loss as well. Why? Why nickel and dime us so much?
I recall going to Pel Meni many years ago, and a different location. I happened to drive by this spot one night on my at back from the cabin, it was open late, the lights were on and it looked super inviting. I FINALLY got to stop by and see what this place is all about....:and I ADORE it! TBH it didn't really feel like I was in Anchorage anymore, and it was a nice vibe. The dumplings were fantastic, I asked the guy prepping the food to make me his favorites and he did not disappoint. The place was BUSY, lots of people coming and going, a definite spot for the bar hoppers. The hidden gem of this little dumpling spot though.....is 100% the record collection! As soon as the record playing was done I was told it was cool to put anything I wanted on. I browsed the collection and picked out a few to choose from when it was my turn. Better than a jukebox!! I'm a total sucker for vinyl and was content to hang out, people watch, eat good food and listen to records. I will absolutely be going back.
Pel Meni Dumplings are great comfort food! I'm gonna get some now that they're on the brain!
Simple and Delish can't go wrong. Recommend the meat option with everything on it. I liked the potatoes one with just butter and sourcream.
Food was like a 3/10 service was a 0/10Cleanliness was a 1/10 so dirty the girl up front had a poker face didn’t say welcome or anything was super rude when asked simple questions and sat on her phone while we ate and restraunt was so
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
First time trying. Someone told me about it online. Great dumplings and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simple, quick, enjoyable, easy, and filling. The food was great and the workers are always nice!
I was glad they were open late. The dumplings (and we got the works, everything on top) were alright but probably over-hyped. It's possible our expectations were too high for what it is, but we tried both kinds and there wasn't a lot in the way of flavor. I did enjoy being able to put an old record on while waiting, we mostly stopped by while in Anchorage on our Alaska trip for the nostalgia/heritage and experience.
Meandered in after bar hopping a little bit. Staff is super nice, food is super good. Felt very mid-century Soviet bloc in the best way possible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Pelmeni
First time trying this type of dumpling and wow will definitely have to have them again. We got both the beef and the potato dumplings with everything on them and got a dish of sour cream they have in the fridge and it all was so good together. It gives a hole in the wall restaurant vibe but the record player is a nice touch. Give them a try if you’re in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was traveling for business and discovered this restaurant. I'm so glad I did! It was the perfect amount of food. I walked around downtown for my appointments and this place was perfectly located. I was a bit concerned it would be too hot and at first said no sriracha. However, the employee told me she's not a big fan of too spicy and said she enjoys it with the works. I took her advice and I'm so glad I did. One of the most delicious meals of dumplings, I've ever had!! I loved the records and looked at them while waiting for my meal. It's a very relaxed and cool vibe. I was sad I discovered it on my last day! Good thing I go back to Anchorage yearly! I'll definitely be back. I almost thought of asking way to make it to go and eat on the airplane!!
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I've been to the original in Juneau, the second in Sitka, and this one, and they're all the same - amazing. Try it, you'll love it.
Just like the ones in Juneau! Delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Pelmeni
Awesome music, great food, and open late! Its so nice to meet with some friends after everyone gets off work to chill.The pelmeni is very good and affordable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere is amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Dumplings Potato Dumplings
I’m from Juneau- home of the original Pels. This tastes the same but over the years (my first visit in 2003) there has been serious shrinkflation and a crazy increase in prices. What I got on this visit (though delicious) I would never call a meal. The lack of sour cream is a huge loss as well. Why? Why nickel and dime us so much?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Beef Pelmeni