Blue Roof Bistro - Bistro in Fairbanks - 13 Timberland Dr, USA

We dropped in for a quick lunch. Really enjoyed the bacon cheese burger, the fried leeks made this special. The patty was nice, and well cooked on a good quality bun. They had an outstanding salmon chowder - creamy with delicious chunks of salmon. The fries were really good, unfortunately they coat them in a sweet bbq sauce seasoning that tastes similar to what you find on potato chips. The fries are so naturally tasty they just don’t need that extra seasoning, it became tiring halfway through the meal. Service is fast and friendly. There’s a nice seating option in a sunroom, but we found the place a bit too loud and opted for one of two picnic tables outside. The picnic tables are essentially in the driveway to the parking lot, but it was much quieter.

From reading previous reviews, our expectations for this establishment were quite high. Although not terrible, our experience certainly did not live up to what we were hoping for. For starters, the service was not quite up to par. The lady taking our order seemed quite annoyed to be doing so and, upon asking how our burgers would be cooked, we were told "on the grill." Perhaps we should have clarified temperature, but that answer seemed quite silly. As for the food, we were pleasantly surprised how expediently the meal arrived, but were slightly stunned by how small the burgers ended up being. The quality was so-so, but I would not say the small portions were worth the somewhat high cost. The fries were pretty good, although extremely salty. Overall, this spot was a not horrible, yet not great experience, that we probably won't find a need to revisit.

Absolutely delicious food. We got the Smoked Salmon sliders and the Union Chez Burger, both of which were fantastic. The addition of leeks to the burger was a great choice. The atmosphere was also a great escape from the dreary outside we came from.

Such a quaint stop. Affordable delicious food. I recommend the salmon sliders. Staff was kind and service was quick !

Love love love! Great food, good quality ingredients. I enjoy that they have a daily special which offers choices they don't have on their regular menu. They can be a bit pricey for certain items, but I don't mind paying more for good quality food. Great service, they are always friendly and the food comes out quickly. The dining area is small and does get busy during peak lunch/dinner hours, so that can be a challenge if dining in. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for good place to eat in Fairbanks.

Adorable place, well staffed, great service. The shrimp in the shrimp tacos ($17) had a curry flavor and were cooked perfectly. I was not a fan of the homemade corn tortillas (street taco style). The flavor was okay but they were soggy and felt a bit clunky. The pico didn't feel fresh but the whole assembly was better with the provided cabbage and lime. I chose the chips with salsa and guac for a side ($3). The salsa had a nice smoky flavor and the lightly salted chips (also freshly made) were delicious. The chips might have been my favorite part of the meal. I'm usually a big fan of guacamole but the guac was a miss for me. Still, an A for effort. You can tell the owner put a lot of thought and work into the place. Who knows, I might stop back by to try the salmon sliders, I hear they're good.

I've been here for lunch, and it's turned into one of my favorite spots. Their salad is very generous and there are lots of flavors. My husband gets the burgers with fries. Their fries are cut from scratch, so they have fresh taste to them. When you walk in, you place your order and pay thab find a spot, and they bring you your food. This place is a great lunch spot, and I highly recommend it.

Cute Bistro. I went with a group of people. Some of the food was fantastic and some cod use some improvements. The shrimp tacos looked amazing. The grilled cheese is alright. The fries are great, but the chips and salsa left something to be desired. I wish there were more seating options because it was a bit crowded, and most tables were full. It's also a bit cold in there so bring a jacket, but in return there are many windows to look out.