The Raven
Visitors praise The Raven for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, especially for the LGBTQ+ community, with many highlighting the great drinks and fun events like underwear night. Some reviewers note it's a chill place, though one mentions it wasn't their scene.
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The Raven
The Raven is a gay bar and club in downtown Anchorage, on East 4th Avenue. It's a place for locals and visitors to meet other queer people in Alaska's biggest city. You come here for drinks, to socialize, and to see Anchorage's queer scene. They play music and sometimes have other entertainment, making it a good spot for a night out or to get tips from people who live here. For LGBTQ+ travelers, it's a familiar, community-focused spot right in the center of town. It's a simple, direct way to experience Alaska's queer nightlife.Opening Hours
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Great place that isn't too turnt up
Great bar. Wonderful patio
This is the only gay bar in Anchorage / it’s brilliant friendly well run - fabulous / Gay tourist do not go to the other bar mad Myrna’s - it’s not gay- 5 dollar cover charge -gay tourists avoid and go to the raven -
WOW the most fun to have on a Saturday night, everyone has been great fun . Come enjoy people and the bar host was woofy!!!!
Not really my scene but is a friendly atmosphere and nice folk
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Last updated on 2 August 2026