Me and my husband ate there last night for our wedding anniversary and we were both not impressed. We both ordered simple Caesar salads that came after our main meal. The dressing on the salad was pretty nonexistent. I had the Meatloaf which the taste was good but the temp was room temp and the mashed potato’s that came with were less than warm. My meatloaf also came with broccoli which I only had about four little pieces that went with my meatloaf and mashed potatoes. I would not recommend. We both agreed that we should have went elsewhere due to regret of choosing this place which we both had high hopes for this place considering the special occasionI understand that it gets busy but as a owner you should care about the food and most importantly the temperature of the food that is coming out of the kitchen. The impression I get is that the owners only care about the money and not the customers that spend their hard earned money at their place of Business, and could care less about their customers
Tony Chote
The restaurant is a part of Springhill Suites Hotel. I was thrilled by a vast number of menu choices.Halibut fish and chips is good choice. They cut in small pieces.Many good desserts, too.and as usual in Alaska, dishes are in huge portion
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Peter Wilber
Was disappointed with food that didn't match the description on the menu. Steak was cooked correctly but was delivered to the table cold. Wife's halibut was overcooked. Dessert had a cream and booze sauce that was mostly booze. Service was alright, though, didn't check the order for correct food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Linda Dean
We stayed at the hotel attached to Lavelle’s during our honeymoon in Fairbanks and were recommended by a local to eat here; lucky for us because the food was fantastic, so much so that we made a point to return a second time on our last night here in town, for one last taste.
C.L.
Go anywhere but here..
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Yuli P.
You better call ahead and make reservation otherwise you have to wait for awhile.The food is surprisingly good for a hotel resto. The soup of the day (clam chowder) was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruce LaBuda
Top notch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lorri Peltz-Lewis
We only had cocktail’s here, but it was a good experience. Staff was accommodating and friendly. Must return to try eating here as the rest of our group recommended it!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Brian Harvey
Great food and wine, had a great time with my favorite co
Whenever I visit Fairbanks, this is my favorite place to go for the amazing food and drinks! Service is always top-notch! I recommend friends and coworkers that Lavelles Bistro will not leave you disappointed!
Great Christmas Eve & New Years Eve dinner here 2023-24
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SR907
If you're looking for an upscale place, this is it! Most food selection has been delicious, but sometimes the portion sizes leave me wanting more for the price I paid. The place has three types of seating 1) Bar-side 2) high top and 3) table top. The barside is fairly small, maybe fits about 6-8 comfortably, bartenders are friendly. The High top tables are for more informal social outings with family and friends for a quick app and drink while the table top is your typical date night feel. If you're sat on the backside of the wall on 2nd street, you are isolated from the upscale ambiance so I don't always like sitting on that side if a choice is given. I recommend making reservations. The rate drinks and food come out is decent. I've always had great service, no complaints on that end. I love that you have a view of the kitchen, I think it elevates the experience. The menu has a good mix from pub fare to high class, but the menu isnt large which as someone who is indecisive, can appreciate. Parking is horrendous, but thats downtown for you. Park either on first or 2nd, but expect to be looking for parking if you go on a friday/sat evening outing. This is more of an issue during winter when its cold out and walking a couple blocks isnt fun. Treat yourself to a 3 course meal, especially if you are a local.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Putt (Wonderer)
I highly recommend Lavelle’s, particularly if you’re staying at the Marriott Spring Hill. The service was great, with our server being very friendly. Even though it was quite busy when we visited, the salad and prime rib were served promptly. I have absolutely no complaints; my experience was thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to returning to Lavelle’s if I ever visit Fairbanks again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Candy A.
We came here a few days ago. Our family is visiting and in Fairbanks on vacation for Christmas. We read this was the nicest restaurant in the area so we booked reservations. To say it was bad is an understatement. We had 2 older kids with us and their order came out first which is fine but we waited over 20 minutes for 2 more orders to come out (there were 8 in our party) The rest of the food didn't come out for 45 minutes after 4 people were done eating for a long while. Keep in mind the restaurant was not overly busy. The salmon we ordered was super tough and overcooked, the rest of the food lacked flavor terribly. After the final meals were served we were STILL waiting on an appetizer which I cancelled because we were full and ready to leave. Our waiter never checked on us to see how our food was and even after complaining about the wait we didn't receive a discount of any kind. This was honestly a joke of a restaurant! Needless to say we don't recommend it and won't be back.
Me and my husband ate there last night for our wedding anniversary and we were both not impressed. We both ordered simple Caesar salads that came after our main meal. The dressing on the salad was pretty nonexistent. I had the Meatloaf which the taste was good but the temp was room temp and the mashed potato’s that came with were less than warm. My meatloaf also came with broccoli which I only had about four little pieces that went with my meatloaf and mashed potatoes. I would not recommend. We both agreed that we should have went elsewhere due to regret of choosing this place which we both had high hopes for this place considering the special occasionI understand that it gets busy but as a owner you should care about the food and most importantly the temperature of the food that is coming out of the kitchen. The impression I get is that the owners only care about the money and not the customers that spend their hard earned money at their place of Business, and could care less about their customers
The restaurant is a part of Springhill Suites Hotel. I was thrilled by a vast number of menu choices.Halibut fish and chips is good choice. They cut in small pieces.Many good desserts, too.and as usual in Alaska, dishes are in huge portion
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Was disappointed with food that didn't match the description on the menu. Steak was cooked correctly but was delivered to the table cold. Wife's halibut was overcooked. Dessert had a cream and booze sauce that was mostly booze. Service was alright, though, didn't check the order for correct food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
We stayed at the hotel attached to Lavelle’s during our honeymoon in Fairbanks and were recommended by a local to eat here; lucky for us because the food was fantastic, so much so that we made a point to return a second time on our last night here in town, for one last taste.
Go anywhere but here..
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
You better call ahead and make reservation otherwise you have to wait for awhile.The food is surprisingly good for a hotel resto. The soup of the day (clam chowder) was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Top notch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We only had cocktail’s here, but it was a good experience. Staff was accommodating and friendly. Must return to try eating here as the rest of our group recommended it!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great food and wine, had a great time with my favorite co
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, broad menu and great service
Restaurantji Recommends
Whenever I visit Fairbanks, this is my favorite place to go for the amazing food and drinks! Service is always top-notch! I recommend friends and coworkers that Lavelles Bistro will not leave you disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lollipop Pork Chop, Ceasar Salad, Caesar Salad, Lamb Chops, Shrimp Cocktail
Great Christmas Eve & New Years Eve dinner here 2023-24
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you're looking for an upscale place, this is it! Most food selection has been delicious, but sometimes the portion sizes leave me wanting more for the price I paid. The place has three types of seating 1) Bar-side 2) high top and 3) table top. The barside is fairly small, maybe fits about 6-8 comfortably, bartenders are friendly. The High top tables are for more informal social outings with family and friends for a quick app and drink while the table top is your typical date night feel. If you're sat on the backside of the wall on 2nd street, you are isolated from the upscale ambiance so I don't always like sitting on that side if a choice is given. I recommend making reservations. The rate drinks and food come out is decent. I've always had great service, no complaints on that end. I love that you have a view of the kitchen, I think it elevates the experience. The menu has a good mix from pub fare to high class, but the menu isnt large which as someone who is indecisive, can appreciate. Parking is horrendous, but thats downtown for you. Park either on first or 2nd, but expect to be looking for parking if you go on a friday/sat evening outing. This is more of an issue during winter when its cold out and walking a couple blocks isnt fun. Treat yourself to a 3 course meal, especially if you are a local.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
I highly recommend Lavelle’s, particularly if you’re staying at the Marriott Spring Hill. The service was great, with our server being very friendly. Even though it was quite busy when we visited, the salad and prime rib were served promptly. I have absolutely no complaints; my experience was thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to returning to Lavelle’s if I ever visit Fairbanks again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here a few days ago. Our family is visiting and in Fairbanks on vacation for Christmas. We read this was the nicest restaurant in the area so we booked reservations. To say it was bad is an understatement. We had 2 older kids with us and their order came out first which is fine but we waited over 20 minutes for 2 more orders to come out (there were 8 in our party) The rest of the food didn't come out for 45 minutes after 4 people were done eating for a long while. Keep in mind the restaurant was not overly busy. The salmon we ordered was super tough and overcooked, the rest of the food lacked flavor terribly. After the final meals were served we were STILL waiting on an appetizer which I cancelled because we were full and ready to leave. Our waiter never checked on us to see how our food was and even after complaining about the wait we didn't receive a discount of any kind. This was honestly a joke of a restaurant! Needless to say we don't recommend it and won't be back.