Wasilla, Alaska, is in the heart of the Matanuska-Susitna valley of southcentral Alaska. Surrounded by mountains, it is a breathtaking and grand area. Not known for being a golf destination, it does have more than its fair share of courses. You can get in a few rounds at the Settler's Bay Club or the Palmer Golf Club. During your golfing here, you may end up having to share the course with moose or bears. When you finish up on the course, Wasilla has many fine restaurant options, including Thai bistros.
Mekong Thai Cuisine
Just off the Glenn Parks Highway, Mekong Thai Restaurant is a tucked-away and hidden gem of dining in the valley. Its unassuming surroundings don't give justice or due to the amazing cuisine and range Mekong offers the guest. Mekong's fresh rolls are considered some of the best in Alaska, and the nam sod (ground pork with lemon grass, cilantro and peppers) is a true Thai delight. A full lunch or dinner menu is available with portions sized accordingly. A range of salads, from a green house salad to Thai salads are offered, as well as a full menu of soups. Mekong also offers red, green and yellow curry, Thai iced teas, desserts and a beer and wine selection.
Mekong Thai Cuisine
473 West Parks Highway
Wasilla, AL 99654
(907) 373-7690
mekongthaiwasilla.com
Sabai -- A Taste of Thai
Small and family owned, Sabai a Taste of Thai is another quaint little Thai bistro in Wasilla. Using a healthy amount of fresh and often local vegetables, Sabai excels at giving the guest a healthy and tasty meal. Fresh rolls, crispy rolls, Pho soups and a full range of entrees give guests a myriad choices. They have full delivery in Wasilla and all meals are made fresh. Beer and wine is available, and Thai iced tea, soft drinks, and juices are on the beverage menu.
Sabai -- A Taste of Thai
1401 George Parks Highway
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 357-6220
Thai Kitchen
The next nearest Thai restaurant is in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Only an hour's drive from Wasilla, taking a trip into Anchorage for dinner and exploring can be a fun side trip. The Thai Kitchen is a local favorite in the back of an Asian convenience store. A full selection of curries, pad Thai, pho soups and fresh and crispy rolls are available. Food is served in authentic Thai pots and dishes.
Thai Kitchen
3405 E. Tudor Road
Anchorage, AK 99507-1282
(907) 561-0082
thaikitchenalaska.com
About The Author
A former Alaskan of 20 years, Eric Coufal now resides in California. He has written for publications including "Outside" and "Backpacker" and has written a book on life in small-town Alaska, "North by Southeast." Coufal attended Syracuse University and was a professional mountain guide and backcountry expedition leader for 18 years. He worked in Russia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey, Belize and much of Alaska.
