The Raven Bars & Clubs in Anchorage – GayOut Guide
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The Raven

Google (38) 4.4
Tripadvisor (5) 2.8
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Visitors praise The Raven for its friendly atmosphere, welcoming LGBTQ+ community, and enjoyable outdoor patio and dance floor. However, some patrons have complained about the bartenders' lack of customer service and drinks being too strong.

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Address
708 East 4th Avenue, Anchorage
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Phone
+1 907-276-9672

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About this place The Raven

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

Closed
Monday 15:00-23:00
Tuesday 15:00-23:00
Wednesday 15:00-23:00
Thursday 15:00-23:00
Friday 15:00-02:30
Saturday 15:00-02:30
Sunday 15:00-23:00

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Casual Dancing Area Outdoor Patio After hours (after 4am) Sport Bar Community oriented Bar (alcohol) Cash only Dance Themed parties Outdoor terrace No dress code

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4.4
38 reviews

Based on 38 Google reviews.

Zach Faulkner
Zach Faulkner Jun 2026

Great place that isn't too turnt up

Allysa Hodsdon
Allysa Hodsdon Jun 2026
Allison Schrecengost
Allison Schrecengost Jun 2026

Great bar. Wonderful patio

Killy Willy
Killy Willy May 2026
Garry Crowley
Garry Crowley May 2026

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 -

Rubbarman Rubbardawg
Rubbarman Rubbardawg Apr 2026

WOW the most fun to have on a Saturday night, everyone has been great fun . Come enjoy people and the bar host was woofy!!!!

Benjamin Slaydon
Benjamin Slaydon Feb 2026

Not really my scene but is a friendly atmosphere and nice folk

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