A Modern

Steakhouse

Experience

Exceptional cuts, timeless hospitality, crafted for discerning guests

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OUR HISTORY

Established in 1941

AJ's has an amazing history. It may be one of the oldest businesses in Homer continuously run as a restaurant and tavern in the same location. The front part of the building was built by Frank Beers, Maybelle Berry's brother. It opened as the first cafe & bar in Homer in 1941. They named it the Homer Cafe & Club. Pete and Opal James ran it followed by Laura & Walt Keller, Jimmy Steel, Marianne Waddell, the Shatterlys, and the Billups.   It featured just a few bar stools, a pool table, and a tiny kitchen. Over the years it has had many owners including Tex & Marge Sharp. They named it the "Waterfront" and it became known as the best place on the peninsula to get a good steak! In the 1970's folks would spend hours at the Waterfront being entertained by local legends Harley Hess & Hobo Jim. In the 1990's it became Duggan's and featured a friendly, Irish Pub atmosphere. Now, as AJ's Steakhouse, the old town building has come full circle back to the ol' Waterfront days, featuring great Steak, Seafood, Spirits & Entertainment, along with the same friendly old town hospitality that has been a tradition in Homer for over 80 years.

Sign for AJ's Oldtown Steakhouse & Tavern in Homer, Alaska. Brown and gold, hanging from a bracket.
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celebrate special occasions

Private Dining

We would love to host your celebration at AJ's. From Christmas Parties to Birthdays and Retirement Parties we can't wait to serve you! We will customize a special menu for your party and work with you to make it a blast. Call Darrel to book your party at 907-235-9949. Our team at AJ's will help you make your celebration a fun success!