Husky - Nome

A great spot for lunch in the area. The owner is incredibly friendly and remembers your favorite dishes for months on end. I’ve always enjoyed everything I’ve tried during my visits, which total over two dozen. While it is on the pricier side, even for Nome, the atmosphere is wonderfully cozy, with a perfect level of variety on the menu—just enough to choose from without feeling overwhelmed.

The food was served quickly, the service was prompt, the portions were generous, and the quality of the food was excellent.

The Mongolian Beef exceeded my expectations. I also had a taste of the sesame chicken, which was fantastic with a nice crunch! My meal was served with a side of fried rice that was quite tasty as well. However, my soda didn’t come with a cup; perhaps I was supposed to request one, but I'm not sure.

The first time I tried the Husky Rice, the shrimp, beef, and chicken were fresh and perfectly cooked. However, during my second visit, I was disappointed. The lone shrimp was old and rubbery, the beef was chopped into tiny, jerky-like pieces, and it had a similar off taste to the chicken, which reminded me of something that had been stored in the refrigerator for too long. I felt cheated, and even the rice didn't taste right. I can't pinpoint the exact issue, but it had the flavor of poor-quality cooking oil, and it likely was. To make matters worse, I received even less rice this time, yet I still paid the same dinner price. I ended up spending over $26 for the rice and six tiny Japanese dumplings, which felt like the last straw for me. I don't eat sushi, which is also offered here, and I wouldn't recommend it; it feels like taking a gamble with your stomach. That's all I’m saying—it's a risk.

Without a doubt, this is the best place for dinner in Nome. While there are a few other decent restaurants in the area, this one truly stands out as the best.