Restaurants

Dining has long been a weakness for Wrangell. The situation has improved somewhat, but there continues to be a lack of really good restaurants other than Zak's. The two hotels offer dining. Harding's Old Sourdough Lodge serves meals to guests, and to others by reservation. It's a family-style dinner without a menu. The other is the Stikine Inn Restaurant.

You do have a few other choices for deli sandwiches or a simple meal. Diamond C Cafe, 215 Front St. (tel. 907/874-3677), is a clean, reliable diner offering speedy, friendly service and well-done food from the grill. It is open Monday through Saturday 6am to 3pm, Sunday 6am to 2pm. The deli at Bob's IGA, 223 Brueger St. (tel. 907/874-2341) produces terrific sandwiches and baked goods, and also sells ice cream. It is open Monday through Saturday 9am to 6pm. You can also get a good sandwich at J&W's Fast Foods at 120 Front St., open midday only, closed Tuesday.