The Anchorage

Great concept. Poor value. The menu is limited. Dishes are so complex that any food sensitivities will likely send you to another restaurant. They say they'll accommodate allergies etc but when you make a request they "can't do that." They make their own pasta daily but they don't have any gluten free option. I was able to eat the fish (2.5 oz) and thought the vegs (1/3 cup) served with it, per the menu and waitress would be ok but they arrived including additional ingredients I'm not eating on a fodmap diet. I did taste them and disliked the seasoning, texture, etc. I ate the fish, even though it was somewhat overcooked (since it was the only item I could eat). The vegs ordered to share were poorly cooked, unappetizing in appearance, and in small bowls (1/2 cup to 3/4c max). All plates are small plates, no matter what they tell you. Very small. If you're hungry go anywhere else. Everything they tell you about locally grown and sourced food is great but if they don't cook it properly and put a decent portion on your plate for a fair price it doesn't really matter, does it? So here's the deal: An excellent writer described the overly complicated food. A good photographer took fancy pix. But the reality is mediocre taste and presentation. Their wine is overpriced even by restaurant standards. Service is sort of okay. The space is crowded and noisy. And it's expensive! You'll get MUCH more for your money on Main Street. On second thought, if you're a foodie on a diet, or you just had a lobster roll at Nose Dive, you might love this place.