Annabelle's Famous Keg and Chowder House
Wood-paneled, 1920s-style dining room and bar under the Gilmore Hotel, best known for its lineup of chowders.
By Greg Peters, editor · Updated October 2026
Wood-paneled, 1920s-style dining room and bar under the Gilmore Hotel, best known for its lineup of chowders.
On the menu
- Several chowders, including salmon and clam
- Alaska crab legs, steamer clams, steaks and burgers
- Prime rib on Friday and Saturday evenings
- Stained-glass ceiling and an old hardwood bar
- Lounge with a jukebox
Facts checked October 18, 2026 with annabellesketchikan.com, cdn.fodors.com, wanderlog.com. Hours and prices change, so confirm before you go.
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