Ocean Drive (across from the AT&T building)
Homer Harbor
Pioneer Avenue
Ninilchik Fairgrounds (nearby — 40 min north)
Nick Dudiak Fishing Lagoon
Various locations
Crisis Hotline 4.3 (19)
24/7 free, confidential crisis support nationwide.
Open AA meeting at the Friendship Center — free and confidential
5.0 (26)
Electrical supply house for contractors and DIYers — wire, panels, fixtures, and parts
Phone & Internet Providers 3.8 (58)
Alaska phone and internet providers — residential, business, and mobile service
4.9 (32)
Adult drop-in basketball at the HMS gym — bring shoes and water
4.9 (32)
Adult ultimate frisbee drop-in at SPARC — all skill levels welcome
4.8 (21)
Air charter and flightseeing service for remote Alaska destinations
4.6 (177)
Local car rental — sedans, SUVs, and trucks for Homer visitors
Locally foraged Alaska specialty foods — fireweed jelly, spruce-tip syrup, and spice blends
Monday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Steak / Seafood 4.5 (799)
Old Town steakhouse and tavern — steaks, seafood, halibut, and a date-night dinner menu
Evenings only, typically 5pm-close
5.0 (35)
25-acre family ranch and peony-farm wedding venue with two barns and Kachemak Bay views
5.0 (9)
Handmade leather goods — belts, wallets, and bags crafted in Homer
Travel / Roads
Real-time road conditions, closures, and webcams along the Sterling Hwy and statewide.
East End B&Bs / Cabins 4.9 (117)
Themed cabins, train cars, and boats turned into one-of-a-kind East End stays
4.9 (47)
Airboat tours up shallow rivers and tidal flats — wildlife and scenery from the deck
4.8 (348)
Bear-viewing fly-outs with K Bay Air — Katmai, Lake Clark, and coastal stops
Guided fly-out bear-viewing trips to Lake Clark and Katmai from Homer
Peony growers cooperative producing premium summer cut flowers from local farms
5.0 (6)
Brokerage for commercial boats, IFQ, and fishing permits
Charter and shuttle bus service for groups, weddings, and airport runs
Statewide advocacy group for Alaska farmers, ranchers, and growers
Cold-hardy nursery — perennials, trees, shrubs, and edibles that thrive in Homer
Vacation-rental management for fully equipped homes around the Homer area
Ferry / Travel 4.5 (25)
Ferry schedules, fares, and cancellations - Homer to Kodiak, Aleutians, Cordova.
4.7 (519)
Federal refuge protecting Alaska coastal seabird colonies — HQ and visitor center in Homer
Plumbing, heating, and mechanical service for homes and businesses
4.4 (10)
Commercial peony farm shipping premium summer cut flowers across the country
Guided wilderness safaris and outdoor trips for visitors to the Kenai Peninsula
5.0 (10)
Hand-harvested Kachemak Bay sea salt plus Alaska-botanical skincare — downtown and Spit shops
4.7 (223)
Halibut Cove oyster, mussel, and kelp farm — mobile raw bar and dockside Homer pickup
4.9 (89)
Custom Alaska adventures — fly-out fishing, bear viewing, and multi-day trips
Garbage & Recycling Pickup
Curbside garbage and recycling pickup for homes and businesses
Live webcams across Alaska — handy for road, weather, and harbor checks
5.0 (67)
Hunting, fishing, and outdoor guide service for trips around the Kenai Peninsula
4.5 (10)
Working Spit fish-processing facility — buy local catch or have your fish custom-cut
4.8 (90)
Standalone Spit-view suites and cabins above town with kitchens and decks
Airline / Air Service
Scheduled air service between Homer (HOM) and Anchorage (ANC) on Saab 2000 aircraft. Roughly 40 minutes one-way. Twice-daily weekday service; bookable on AlaskaAir.com for Alaska Airlines miles. Codeshare with Alaska Airlines.
4.6 (383)
Pioneer Avenue bar and cafe — fish tacos, cocktails, sports, and late-night dancing
Bar / Live Music Venue 4.4 (632)
Pioneer Avenue bar and live-music venue hosting touring bands and local jams (21+)
Evenings
4.4 (632)
Touring bands and local acts at Alice — Pioneer Avenue main live-music room (21+)
4.4 (632)
Sunday jam session at Alice Champagne Palace — open to musicians and listeners (21+)
4.5 (32)
Honda powersports and Ski-Doo snowmachine sales, parts, and service
4.6 (13)
Private vacation rental for short stays in Homer
Handcrafted natural skincare from wild Alaskan fireweed, rose, yarrow, and cottonwood
4.3 (91)
Tire sales, alignment, and full auto repair — gas, diesel, and 4WD work
4.8 (24)
Veterans organization with hall, social events, and community service in Homer
4.2 (19)
Free food distribution and emergency groceries for Anchor Point families
5.0 (11)
Anchor Point community fitness gym — weights, cardio, and group classes
5.0 (15)
Anchor Point lodge near the river — rooms and fishing-base packages
5.0 (263)
Chiropractic adjustments and spinal care for back, neck, and joint pain
Guided Alaska adventures — multi-day trips and outdoor experiences across the region
4.9 (68)
Pioneer Avenue gallery and gift shop with paintings, prints, and Alaska-made goods
In Town 4.7 (260)
In-town extended-stay hotel with kitchenettes and easy highway access
5.0 (19)
Esthetician-run skincare studio for facials, HydraFacial, acne treatments, and waxing
4.9 (32)
Family-friendly badminton drop-in at the SPARC gym — racquets provided
Bear Viewing / Flightseeing 4.8 (78)
Katmai / Lake Clark fly-out bear viewing
4.6 (8)
Bear-viewing day-trip outfit operating out of Main Street in Homer
5.0 (44)
Quiet in-town inn close to Bishop Beach and walkable to Old Town
Water Taxi & Tours 5.0 (7)
Across-bay drop-offs, wildlife tours
Custom welding and metal fabrication for marine, industrial, and home projects
4.9 (191)
Mountain-view lodge atop Baycrest Hill at the welcoming entrance to Homer
Primary Care Clinic 5.0 (5)
Family medicine and primary care — checkups, sick visits, and ongoing care
Local taxi service for around-town and harbor runs in Homer
Veterinary 4.5 (55)
Full-service veterinary hospital with wellness exams, surgery, and pet emergencies
Small bluff-top park with picnic tables and a big-view photo spot over Kachemak Bay
4.7 (548)
Naturalist-led walk on Bishop Beach during summer low tides — free and kid-friendly
5.0 (16)
Residential and light-commercial construction, framing, and remodels
5.0 (15)
Across-the-bay retreat for getaways in a remote Kachemak Bay setting
Winery / Lodging 4.9 (184)
Fruit-and-honey winery with tasting room and adjacent vineyard lodging
Tasting room daily in season
5.0 (21)
Guided wildlife and outdoor adventures around Kachemak Bay
Wildlife Tour 4.7 (83)
Fly-out bear viewing to Katmai or Lake Clark for a bucket-list brown-bear day
4.6 (8)
Day-trip bear viewing by air to Katmai and Lake Clark from Homer
In Town 4.1 (217)
Lakeside in-town lodge with rooms, restaurant, and floatplane dock
Free guided bird walk on the Beluga Slough boardwalk — easy and family-friendly
Flat, kid-friendly loop trail through wetlands behind the visitor center — great for birds
4.3 (7)
Anchor Point family art studio — antler and wood carvings, bronze, drawings, glass etching
4.8 (16)
Real-estate brokerage with a Homer office serving the southern Kenai Peninsula
5.0 (157)
Small-plane air service for flightseeing and remote-village runs from Homer
In Town 4.2 (522)
In-town hotel with conference space and the Otter Room sports bar and restaurant
5.0 (167)
Across-the-bay cabins near Halibut Cove — boat-in only, quiet and scenic
4.7 (208)
Handcrafted jewelry made from wild Alaska salmon skin — Bristol Bay catch turned into art
5.0 (188)
Halibut and combo charters out of Homer Harbor chasing the big barn-door fish
4.9 (184)
Weekly trivia night at Bear Creek Winery — free to play, 21+
Art Gallery (Old Town) 4.7 (548)
Old Town gallery showcasing Alaska artists in a renovated historic building
4.7 (548)
Easy in-town beach for tidepooling, beachcombing, and watching Kachemak Bay
Nature / Family 4.7 (548)
Easy low-tide tidepooling steps from Old Town — sea stars, anemones, and shorebirds
Beach / Walking 4.7 (548)
Free, flat shoreline walk from Old Town along Kachemak Bay with low-tide tidepools
Spit boutique with curated Alaska gifts, jewelry, beach glass, and home decor
Fish & Chips 4.3 (355)
Spit fish-and-chips stand for halibut, cod, and walk-up summer dining
Lunch & dinner; summer-only
4.7 (342)
Homer-institution cafe in a working boatyard — burgers, halibut and chips, gluten-free fryer
Trophy Halibut / Combo 4.5 (113)
Anglers chasing big halibut
Bookkeeping, admin, logistics, notary, and rental cleaning for local businesses
After-School / Summer Programs
After-school programs, summer camp, and youth activities at the Boys and Girls Club
5.0 (10)
Spit drinks spot for coffee, tea, kombucha, and Alaska beer all in one shop
Oyster Bar/ local brews
Local oysters and brews
Building-supply specialty contractor for windows, doors, siding, and trim
Contemporary Art Gallery 4.7 (48)
Contemporary art gallery in Old Town with rotating shows and First Friday openings
Art Classes 4.7 (48)
Drop-in and seasonal art classes for kids at Bunnell Street Arts Center
Community Art 4.3 (139)
Community-built woven basket filled with notes and burned at sunset.
3.9 (23)
Pioneer Avenue tacos, burritos, and smash burgers with a sunny outdoor deck
5.0 (14)
Private halibut and salmon charters out of Homer Harbor aboard the heated Tomahawk II
Seafood / Halibut 4.2 (1351)
Spit halibut spot famous for the You-Catch-We-Cook menu — bring your fresh catch
Lunch & Dinner; seasonal
4.4 (350)
Locally roasted coffee plus breakfast burritos and sandwiches downtown since 1995
4.7 (18)
Kids toy and gift shop on the Spit — Alaskan-themed toys, books, and plush
Naturalist Tours / Education 4.9 (41)
Family-friendly natural history tours, Peterson Bay Field Station
Naturalist Walks / Camps 4.9 (41)
Naturalist-led beach walks and summer day camps for kids
Multi-Operator Booking 4.8 (253)
Comparing multiple charters from one desk
5.0 (21)
Personal training and nutrition coaching for everyday strength and recovery
Seafood / Bay-View Fine Dining 4.1 (572)
Fine-dining seafood with full bay-view windows at the end of Homer Spit
Lunch & Dinner
5.0 (57)
Medical spa for injectables, facials, and skin treatments by appointment in Homer
5.0 (47)
Chiropractic care paired with thermography imaging, dry needling, and integrative wellness
East End fisherman direct market — sockeye and Cook Inlet salmon straight from Captain Bob
Non-denominational Christian church with Sunday worship and community outreach
Municipal Government
Utility billing, city clerk, planning, council. Many services online.
Municipal Utilities
City utility billing for water, sewer, and garbage — payments and account help
Volleyball / Basketball / Soccer 4.9 (32)
Adult rec leagues — volleyball, basketball, and soccer organized by the city
City parks office running rec programs, ball fields, and trail maintenance
4.5 (17)
Chiropractic adjustments and back-pain care with walk-ins welcome
4.6 (112)
Spit seafood processor — custom-cut your catch or buy Alaskan halibut and salmon
Seafood Market / Shipping 4.6 (112)
Spit seafood market and shipper — buy Alaskan halibut, salmon, and crab to go or ship home
5.0 (47)
Local insurance agency for home, auto, boat, and business policies
5.0 (308)
Across-the-bay water-taxi service — kayaker, hiker, and lodge drop-offs from Homer Harbor
Grocery / Liquor / Butcher 4.6 (80)
Neighborhood grocery and convenience store with butcher, liquor, and quick essentials
Daily ~7am-10pm
Excavation, site prep, gravel, and earthworks for residential and commercial projects
Fishing Charter 4.8 (276)
Half- or full-day combo trips targeting both halibut and salmon out of Homer Harbor
4.9 (32)
Free or low-cost community yoga drop-in at SPARC for all levels
Music Festival 4.2 (123)
Long-running outdoor music festival - local & touring acts.
East End drive-through espresso stand with smoothies, blended drinks, and friendly baristas
4.8 (48)
Recreational cannabis dispensary — flower, edibles, concentrates, and pre-rolls
4.6 (23)
Wellness cafe on the Spit — acai bowls, smoothies, coffee, and grab-and-go healthy snacks
5.0 (43)
Small in-town inn with simple, comfortable rooms close to downtown
Heating Oil / Propane / Diesel
Heating oil, propane, and diesel delivery for homes and fishing vessels
Naturalist-led hiking, kayaking, and wildlife trips across Kachemak Bay
4.9 (81)
Pioneer Avenue bike shop — sales, rentals, repairs, and fat-tire tours of Homer
Halibut and combo fishing charters running out of Homer Harbor
Halibut and salmon charters with a family-friendly skipper out of Homer
Honor society for women educators — networking, scholarships, and professional development
4.7 (79)
Halibut, salmon, and combo charter trips from Homer Harbor
4.7 (29)
Bluff-to-beach hike off Sterling Highway — scenic ravine descent and beach return
4.4 (5)
East Hill gallery and gift shop with Alaska-made art, jewelry, and gifts
Family peony farm on Diamond Ridge growing cut flowers for weddings and shipping
Small-batch Alaskan artisan ice cream and bubble tea popping up at festivals and events
Mexican 4.0 (378)
Family-friendly Mexican restaurant in town — combo plates, margaritas, and big portions
Lunch & Dinner
5.0 (6)
Private vacation rental home for self-catered Homer stays
American / Pub / Live Music 4.2 (123)
East End pub with burgers, live music, sports, and late-night vibes (21+)
Lunch through late night
4.2 (123)
Weekly open mic at the Down East Saloon — bring an instrument or just listen (21+)
4.4 (632)
Weekly trivia at the Down East Saloon — free, 21+, lively crowd
In Town 4.6 (240)
Historic walkable inn with RV park near Bishop Beach in Old Town
4.4 (853)
Year-round breakfast diner — all-day breakfast, biscuits and gravy, and lunch classics
4.8 (9)
Safety, survival, marine, and aviation supply — hydro testing and survival-suit service
5.0 (11)
East End road services — grading, plowing, and gravel work
Edward Jones financial advisor for retirement, investments, and financial planning
Bear Viewing / Flightseeing 4.9 (194)
Hallo Bay / Katmai / coastal bear viewing
Emergency 4.2 (5)
Police, fire, medical emergencies. From cell or landline.
4.7 (28)
Local attorney specializing in business law, contracts, and small-business legal needs
4.2 (5)
Lutheran congregation with Sunday worship, music, and community programs
Italian / Wood-fired Pizza 4.5 (1675)
Wood-fired pizzas, pasta, and Italian-leaning plates downtown — family-friendly and lively
Lunch & Dinner; closes earlier in winter
Local micro-roaster pouring specialty coffee at the ZenDen Cafe and around Homer
Pizza 4.6 (319)
Summer-only Spit pizzeria — wood-oven pies eaten on a deck above the harbor
Lunch & Dinner in summer
Fine Art Gallery 4.9 (31)
Pioneer Avenue fine-art gallery featuring established Alaska painters and printmakers
Title insurance, escrow, and closings for Homer-area real-estate deals
4.6 (9)
First-of-the-month gallery openings around town — free, family-friendly, and lively
Alaska-owned bank with a Homer branch — checking, loans, business banking, and ATMs
4.8 (16)
B&B and event venue with rooms, gathering space, and outdoor wedding settings
5.0 (9)
Floral shop for bouquets, arrangements, and event flowers in Homer
4.6 (15)
Floral shop for arrangements, weddings, and gifts in Homer
Bluff-view inn looking out at four glaciers across Kachemak Bay
4.9 (47)
Halibut and salmon charters out of Homer Harbor for small private groups
4.4 (26)
Free weekly community meal at Pier One — open to anyone who needs it
Volunteer group supporting Alaska national wildlife refuges through stewardship
4.9 (37)
Volunteer group fundraising and running the used-book sale for the public library
4.9 (37)
Used-book sale run by the Friends of the Library — proceeds support the library
Baptist congregation serving the East End and Fritz Creek community
Deli / Pizza / Local Hangout 4.1 (58)
East End general store with deli sandwiches and famously good pizza by the slice
Daytime through early evening
5.0 (15)
Local creative collective registered in Homer for community-focused work
3.8 (58)
Alaska-owned telecom — wireless, internet, and cable for homes and businesses
Burgers / Fast / Drive-In 4.2 (185)
Classic Sterling Highway drive-in — burgers, fries, and shakes the old-fashioned way
Lunch through dinner; seasonal
East End B&Bs / Cabins 4.8 (84)
Quiet East End cabins and B&B with glacier-and-bay views — adult oriented
4.0 (25)
Member-owned credit union — checking, savings, loans, and ATMs
4.7 (6)
Church of the Nazarene congregation with Sunday services and community programs
4.5 (38)
Easy-going halibut and combo charters with a family-friendly skipper
Brewery / Tasting Room 4.7 (118)
Local brewery and tasting room — flagship ales, rotating taps, and food-truck nights
Tasting room afternoons/evenings
4.7 (118)
Weekly family-friendly trivia at Grace Ridge Brewing — free to play
4.7 (6)
Electronics repair shop — phones, laptops, gaming devices, and small electronics
Residential general contractor for homes, additions, and remodels
Hiking 5.0 (14)
Water-taxi over to a 3.5-mile trail ending at a glacier lake with floating icebergs
4.9 (31)
Hilltop B&B with full breakfast and a panoramic view of the Spit and bay
Fishing Charter 4.9 (311)
Full-day saltwater halibut charter targeting Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet hot spots
Day Trip 3.3 (84)
Cross the bay to Halibut Cove - boardwalks, art galleries, The Saltry restaurant.
5.0 (37)
Closet-organizing and home-organization service for homes around Homer
4.4 (318)
Spit steakhouse with bay views — locally caught seafood, halibut, salmon, and steak
Domestic Violence / Crisis Shelter 4.3 (19)
24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, advocacy for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault on the southern Kenai Peninsula.
4.6 (9)
Drop-in open studio at HCOA — bring a project or paint with what is out (donation)
4.8 (6)
Vacation-rental homes and apartments managed across Homer
Campgrounds / RV 4.6 (284)
Family-run RV park on the Spit with waterfront sites and full hookups
Guided packrafting trips down Kenai Peninsula rivers and coastal waters
Air Taxi (Seldovia & Beyond) 4.5 (55)
Seldovia connection, charters
4.9 (67)
Volunteer animal-welfare nonprofit supporting strays, adoptions, and spay/neuter help
4.9 (32)
Custom picture framing plus a small gallery of local prints and originals
4.4 (182)
KOA campground at the top of Baycrest Hill — RV, tent, and cabin sites
5.0 (5)
Member group of vetted Homer B&Bs — central directory for booking direct
5.0 (9)
Working boat yard for haul-outs, storage, and on-the-hard maintenance
Brewery / Tasting Room 4.6 (122)
Cask-conditioned ales since 1996 — a cozy lakeside taproom near Beluga Lake
Tasting room afternoons; check current
5.0 (7)
Commercial building maintenance and janitorial services for Homer businesses
Member group of licensed Homer fishing-charter operators — booking and trip-planning info
Food Pantry 4.4 (26)
Free food distribution to anyone in need; no qualification questions asked.
Distribution day & time vary - check website
Art Center / Gallery / Classes 4.6 (9)
Community arts center with gallery, classes, and free First Friday openings
Art Classes 4.6 (9)
Kids art classes, summer camps, and after-school programs from HCOA
Cycling Group Rides
Free local cycling group — weekly group rides on road, gravel, and fat-tire routes
5.0 (231)
General and family dentistry — cleanings, fillings, crowns, and routine care
Film
Multi-day documentary screenings hosted by KBBI.
Electric Utility (Cooperative) 2.8 (13)
Member-owned electric cooperative supplying power to Homer and the lower peninsula
Electric Outage Reporting 2.8 (13)
Live outage map; report outages 24/7.
4.8 (53)
Elks fraternal lodge with members-only lounge and event space
Market / Food 4.6 (218)
Saturday and Wednesday market — produce, fish, baked goods, crafts, and hot food
4.6 (218)
Saturday outdoor market on Spit Road — produce, fish, crafts, hot food, and music
Market / Food 4.6 (218)
Produce, fish, baked goods, crafts, hot food, live music.
4.6 (218)
Wednesday afternoon market on Spit Road — smaller weekday version of Saturday
Community Foundation
Community grants, scholarships, donor-advised funds for the southern Kenai Peninsula.
Local club for gardeners — meetings, tours, plant swaps, and community plantings
Festival / Community 5.0 (29)
Boat parade, live music, kids' fishing, vendor booths.
Port & Harbor 5.0 (29)
Slip assignments, transient moorage, fuel dock, harbor expansion info.
Office: daily seasonally; 24-hour dispatch via VHF 16
5.0 (11)
Local odd-jobs crew — yard work, hauling, moves, and small projects on a name-your-price basis
4.6 (44)
Adult drop-in hockey at the Kevin Bell Ice Arena — gear up and skate
Adult Hockey 4.6 (44)
Adult hockey league at the Kevin Bell Ice Arena — winter season play
Youth Sports 4.6 (44)
Youth hockey leagues and clinics at the Kevin Bell Ice Arena
4.7 (46)
Spit fish-fry shack with the You-Hook-It-We-Cook-It deal — bring your catch off the dock
5.0 (88)
Guided horseback rides on bluff and beach trails around Homer
5.0 (5)
Independent Baptist congregation with Sunday services and Bible studies
4.2 (5)
Independent local news and reporting on southern Kenai Peninsula stories
4.7 (99)
Boutique in-town inn with on-site spa and bay-view rooms
Free job search, training, and unemployment claims help from the State of Alaska
Primary Care Clinic 3.8 (23)
Family medicine, primary care, walk-ins. Affiliated with South Peninsula Hospital.
Sales and service for ATVs, snowmachines, side-by-sides, and motorcycles
4.2 (5)
Homer weekly community newspaper — local news, sports, opinion, and event listings
Multi-Trip Charter 4.8 (424)
Halibut, salmon, sightseeing
Pickleball Open Play
Community pickleball group running open-play sessions indoors and outdoors year-round
Law Enforcement
City police department — non-emergency dispatch, records, and community policing
4.5 (8)
Public swim at the Homer pool — lap lanes, family swim, and lessons
4.9 (37)
Free library with books, wifi, study spaces, and a small kids play area
Story Time / Library 4.9 (37)
Free weekly story time at the library — books, songs, and movement for little ones
Business Directory/Trip Planner
Homer Pulse is a directory for all your homer travel needs.
24/7
5.0 (20)
Local brokerage helping buyers and sellers find Homer-area homes and land
5.0 (14)
Beluga Lake seaplane base — floatplane charters and bush flights into the wild
Senior Center 4.0 (21)
Senior meals (dine-in & home delivery), activities, transportation, assisted living connections.
Mon-Fri business hours; meals served daily
4.7 (138)
Homer Shores Boardwalk — cluster of small shops, ice cream, and food stops on the Spit
Youth & Adult Soccer 4.9 (32)
Youth and adult soccer leagues running outdoor games spring through fall
4.3 (413)
Beachfront campground on the Spit — driftwood fires, dry camping, and ocean sound
4.8 (28)
B&B with family-friendly amenities and easy access to Homer activities
5.0 (16)
Secure self-storage units in a range of sizes for short- and long-term rental
Volunteer trail stewards building and maintaining hiking and ski trails around Homer
Trash & Recycling Drop-off 4.8 (13)
Borough trash and recycling drop-off — open-pit transfer station off Sterling Highway
Limited daily hours - check Borough page
Veterinary 4.6 (208)
Veterinary care for dogs, cats, and other pets — exams, surgery, and dental
Fire / EMS
Volunteer fire department providing fire and EMS response for the Homer area
Winter Festival 4.7 (26)
Parade, outhouse races, chili cook-off, snow sculpture.
5.0 (15)
Morning vinyasa flow class at Homer Yoga Studio — drop-ins welcome
3.8 (97)
Service club doing local projects and global Rotary causes — weekly lunch meetings
4.3 (126)
Locally owned apparel shop — jeans, casual clothing, and accessories for the family
4.5 (48)
Heating-oil and gasoline supplier delivering fuel and lube around Homer for 25+ years
3.9 (21)
Gas station and convenience store with grill — diesel, propane, burgers, and all-day breakfast
Hiking
Easy in-town trail across bluff meadows with sweeping views of the Spit and bay
4.5 (22)
Satellite internet and TV installation for rural homes off the road system
End-of-life care, comfort, and family support across the southern Kenai Peninsula
5.0 (5)
Local property-management company handling vacation rentals across Homer
5.0 (12)
Integrative wellness space — infrared sauna, cold plunge, red-light therapy, and hot yoga
4.5 (19)
Marine services and boat work for commercial and recreational vessels in Homer Harbor
Disability Services 5.0 (5)
Independent-living services, advocacy, info & referral for people with disabilities.
4.3 (189)
Multi-boat charter and bay-tour operator — halibut, salmon, water taxi, sightseeing
Halibut / Salmon Charter & Booking Agency 4.3 (189)
First-time halibut anglers, families
4.7 (28)
Local law firm handling estate, real estate, and general legal matters
4.1 (18)
Spit gift shop with hand-carved totems, walrus-ivory carvings, and Alaska Native art
Museum / Free 4.7 (519)
Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge HQ - immersive seabird exhibits.
4.8 (66)
Charter outfit running halibut, salmon, and combo trips out of Homer Harbor
Local general contractor for residential builds, additions, and remodels
4.5 (84)
NAPA auto-parts store for cars, trucks, boats, and small engines
4.9 (112)
Water taxi plus guided bay adventures — drop-offs, tours, and trip planning
Tanning, red-light therapy, and skin-wellness services
4.0 (8)
Reproductive and sexual health care, contraception, and family planning
4.9 (112)
The Danny J passenger ferry across to Halibut Cove boardwalk and The Saltry restaurant
Paddling 4.9 (112)
Sea-kayaking across Kachemak Bay — paddle past sea otters, eagles, and seals
Borough service area funding trails, parks, and recreation around Kachemak Bay
Running Club / Races 3.8 (97)
Free local running club — weekly group runs and seasonal trail races
Scottish-heritage social club — gatherings, dances, and cultural events
Festival / Wildlife 5.0 (44)
Alaska's largest birding festival - guided walks, workshops, keynote speakers.
4.7 (34)
400,000-acre wilderness park across the bay — boat-in trails, glaciers, and camping
4.9 (9)
Title insurance, escrow, and closings for real-estate transactions
Public sea-kayak route across Kachemak Bay — maps, public-use cabins, and access info
Maritime / Heritage
Wooden boats on display, demos, on-the-water races.
5.0 (23)
Halibut and salmon charter operator running Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet trips
Local communications and broadcasting service on the southern Kenai Peninsula
Outdoor Gear Consignment 4.5 (345)
Used outdoor-gear consignment — budget-friendly camping, hiking, and ski equipment
Primary Care / Specialty Clinic 4.3 (19)
Primary care plus visiting specialists — internal medicine, pediatrics, and consults
Propane Delivery & Tank Installation 3.4 (32)
Propane delivery and tank installation for homes and businesses on the peninsula
4.7 (223)
Oldest oyster co-op in Alaska selling Kachemak Bay half-shells direct on the Spit
Nordic Skiing / Groomed Trails 4.9 (10)
Nordic ski club maintaining 40+ km of groomed trails and hosting winter races
Campgrounds / RV 4.7 (180)
City tent campground above the harbor — close to playground, affordable, no hookups
4.7 (180)
In-town park with playground, picnic shelters, and the campground above the harbor
Playground 4.7 (180)
Free in-town playground with climbing structures, swings, and picnic tables
4.6 (9)
KBBI daily morning interview show — local guests on news, culture, and community
Public Radio / News
Local news, music, talk; emergency alerts; daily Coffee Table interview show.
Borough Government
Borough services - assessing, taxes, transfer site, schools.
4.3 (8)
University of Alaska campus offering certificates, two-year degrees, and community classes
4.6 (44)
Indoor ice rink for public skate, hockey, learn-to-skate, and figure skating
4.9 (28)
Custom guided fishing and outdoor trips on the southern Kenai Peninsula
Living-history homestead of the Kilcher family — tours, exhibits, and demonstrations
4.9 (28)
Event and party rentals — tents, tables, chairs, bounce houses, and catering gear
Breakfast / Brunch / French-inspired 4.6 (278)
Spit summer-only breakfast and brunch with from-scratch baked goods and farm produce
Breakfast & lunch; summer-only
4.9 (112)
Guided sightseeing and fishing trips across Kachemak Bay aboard the Lady of the Sea
4.8 (18)
Beluga Lake-side lodging with bay-view rooms and walking access to the boardwalk
Spit / Ocean Drive 4.3 (1495)
Resort at the tip of the Spit — ocean-view rooms, restaurant, and beachside hot tub
American / Bistro 4.6 (135)
Downtown American bistro with cocktails and a focused dinner menu
Lunch & Dinner
4.9 (37)
Drop-in Lego play at the library for kids — free bricks and themes
4.9 (37)
Preschool-age story time at the library — books, songs, and crafts
4.9 (37)
Toddler-focused story and song session at the library for the under-3 set
Small Engine / Power Sports Repair 4.5 (61)
Small-engine and powersports repair — ATVs, snowmachines, mowers, outboards
East End B&Bs / Cabins 4.8 (73)
East End B&B in a quiet canyon setting — bay-view rooms for couples
Water Taxi (Across the Bay) 4.7 (210)
Drop-offs at Grewingk Glacier, Halibut Cove, Seldovia
5.0 (5)
Anchor Point neighborhood spot serving relaxed plates and drinks just north of Homer
4.3 (139)
Open Spit-base beach park with driftwood, mountain views, and easy parking
Café / Light Lunch / Pastries 4.7 (268)
Pioneer Avenue cafe for breakfast, lunch, soups, and light bites in a cozy room
Breakfast & Lunch
Volunteer parent and community council supporting McNeil Canyon Elementary
5.0 (7)
Halibut and combo charters out of Homer — long summer days on the water
4.9 (28)
Locally managed vacation-rental homes across Homer and the East End
4.9 (100)
Local marketing studio for social media, brand strategy, and campaigns
5.0 (42)
Professional photographer for portraits, weddings, and Homer family sessions
4.5 (21)
Local general-services contractor handling property work and small-business needs
Local printing, publishing, and marketing materials for small businesses
Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
4.7 (250)
Halibut, salmon, and combo charters launching from nearby Ninilchik
Outdoor Gear / Made-in-Homer Apparel 4.6 (40)
Homer-sewn outdoor apparel and marine canvas — legendary mariner gear
4.6 (40)
Made-in-Homer apparel, outdoor gear, and marine canvas on Pioneer Avenue
Halibut / Salmon / Combo Charter 4.9 (311)
Combo halibut+salmon trips
4.5 (13)
Home goods, furnishings, and gifts curated for cozy Alaska living
4.7 (32)
Full-service boatyard for haul-outs, storage, repairs, and bottom paint
Alaska-grown community bank — branch banking, business loans, and ATMs
Holiday / Market 4.6 (9)
Local artisans & food vendors - holiday season kickoff.
5.0 (1226)
Halibut and salmon charters running half- and full-day trips out of Homer
Spit / Ocean Drive 4.7 (208)
Bluff-edge hotel above Homer Spit Road with bay-view rooms and value pricing
4.8 (84)
RV park on Homer Spit Road with bay views and easy highway access
4.8 (17)
Remote across-the-bay lodge accessed by water taxi — home of The Meandering Goat
Used Books + Coffee 4.7 (82)
Used bookshop paired with Coyote Cafe coffee and pastries in one cozy Old Town space
5.0 (17)
Guided hunting, fishing, and packrafting trips around the Kenai Peninsula
In Town 4.7 (7)
Walkable Old Town B&B near galleries, beach, and Pioneer Avenue
4.6 (736)
Private real-estate and business-management company — not open to the public
5.0 (9)
Whimsical Pioneer Avenue gift boutique — nautical, locally made, and one-of-a-kind finds
5.0 (37)
Open gym drop-in at SPARC for basketball, volleyball, or general play
4.9 (32)
Drop-in indoor playgroup at SPARC for parents and toddlers
Caribbean food trailer run by the Captain Coffee team — bold spice and island flavors
4.9 (32)
Small owner-run B&B with home-cooked breakfast and local hospitality
4.3 (12)
General contractor handling residential builds, additions, and remodels on the peninsula
Locksmith for homes, businesses, and vehicles — lockouts, rekeying, and key cutting
Family-owned funeral home, cremation, and memorial services
Monday Open 24 hours; Tuesday Open 24 hours; Wednesday Open 24 hours; Thursday Open 24 hours; Friday Open 24 hours; Saturday Open 24 hours; Sunday Open 24 hours
Commercial broadcasting group running local radio stations across the peninsula
Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday Closed; Sunday Closed
4.7 (14)
General and cosmetic surgery consults, procedures, and recovery care in Homer
Heating Oil / Marine Fuel
Marine fuel dock, heating oil, and lubricants supply for fishing fleet and homes
4.4 (212)
Family-run Vietnamese and Thai on the Sterling — pho, curries, and weekday lunch
4.9 (32)
Drop-in pickleball at the HMS gym — paddles available, all levels
4.7 (180)
Free outdoor pickleball at Karen Hornaday — courts open to all, bring a paddle
4.9 (32)
Evening pickleball drop-in at SPARC — paddles available, all levels
4.9 (32)
Morning pickleball drop-in at SPARC — paddles available, all levels
4.9 (32)
Weekend pickleball drop-in at SPARC — paddles available, all levels
Photography / Art Gallery
Photography-led gallery on Pioneer Avenue showing Alaska landscape and wildlife work
Community Theater (Live) 4.6 (42)
Volunteer community theater on the Spit — live plays and musicals in a beachfront tent
Showtimes vary by production - see schedule
4.6 (42)
Live community theater on the Spit during summer — plays and readings under canvas
4.9 (32)
Pilates-meets-strength class at SPARC for core and full-body conditioning
Local car rental company — sedans, SUVs, and trucks for visitors and locals
4.8 (113)
Downtown inn within walking distance of Pioneer Avenue restaurants and shops
Museum 4.6 (192)
Natural & cultural history of Kachemak Bay - Exxon Valdez, marine life, Alutiiq culture.
Museum / Workshops 4.6 (192)
Family workshops and rainy-day programs at the Pratt — culture, nature, and crafts
5.0 (79)
Routine cleanings, exams, and preventive dentistry for the whole family
Cooperative Gallery 4.9 (100)
Artist-owned cooperative gallery on Pioneer Avenue with 30+ Homer-area artists
4.6 (176)
Seldovia ferry and bay-tour boat — daily summer crossings and wildlife sightseeing
Bay-view potter studio — sea-inspired porcelain and stoneware open weekends
4.9 (10)
Spit food truck from the Fat Olives team — wood-fired specials and Alaska seafood
Quiet East End cabin rental on a working farm — pet-friendly and family sized
Shuttle / Charter Transportation
Year-round shuttle and charter service connecting Homer, Anchorage, Seward, and other Kenai Peninsula communities. Operates nearly 24/7 with Anchorage airport pickups across from baggage claim. Wheelchair-accessible vans available. Group bookings welcome.
4.4 (9)
Spit smokehouse from the Fat Olives team — Texas brisket, ribs, pulled pork, reindeer sausage
4.7 (268)
Sterling Highway drive-thru and dine-in breakfast and lunch — bison burgers and skillets
Local financial advisor for retirement, investment, and small-business planning
Across-the-Bay Lodges
Off-grid boat-in luxury lodge across the bay — full-board wilderness stays
Christian radio broadcasting and community programming
Grocery / Pharmacy 3.8 (792)
National-chain supermarket with pharmacy, deli, and Starbucks inside
Daily; pharmacy weekdays
Pharmacy 3.2 (37)
Full-service grocery-store pharmacy — prescriptions, refills, and immunizations
5.0 (11)
Apparel, gifts, and a fish shop on the Spit — coastal heritage from the fishing sisters
4.7 (846)
Live music nights at the iconic Salty Dawg on the Spit (21+)
Iconic Bar (21+) 4.7 (846)
Iconic lighthouse-shaped Spit bar plastered floor-to-ceiling with dollar bills (21+)
Daily, late
Iconic / Bar (21+) 4.7 (846)
Iconic dollar-bill-covered bar - must-see even if just a quick peek (21+ inside).
Emergency Aid / Food Bank
Food assistance, emergency aid, holiday programs, worship services.
Local agent helping buyers and sellers across the southern Kenai Peninsula
Grocery 3.8 (792)
Locally owned grocery — produce, meat, pharmacy, liquor, and a deli
Daily, typically 7am-9pm
4.9 (30)
Med-spa for facials, lasers, injectables, and body treatments in Old Town
4.9 (34)
Spit candy shop and mini-donut window — taffy, chocolates, and watch-the-waves treats
On-water boat towing, jump-starts, fuel drops, and salvage for Southcentral Alaska
4.8 (37)
Kachemak Bay wildlife tours and water-taxi service aboard the M/V Seabird from the harbor
4.8 (73)
Cliffside vacation rental with sweeping bay views above Homer
4.9 (217)
Bay-view suites with kitchens for extended stays in Homer
Kayak & Day-Trip Outfitter
Day-trip kayak combos with water-taxi
East End B&Bs / Cabins 4.8 (39)
Beachfront hostel and farm with budget bunks, cabins, and tent sites east of town
4.6 (240)
Bay-view wedding and event venue with outdoor ceremony space and reception areas
Passenger ferry from Homer to Seldovia for day-trippers across Kachemak Bay
Day Trip 4.6 (176)
Quaint historic village across the bay - boardwalk, beach, Russian Orthodox church.
4.9 (36)
Guided fishing trips out of Seldovia for halibut, salmon, and rockfish
Naturalist tours of Seldovia coast, forest, and tidal zones from across the bay
4.0 (21)
Hot weekday lunch at Homer Senior Center — open to seniors, low suggested donation
Septic Service 4.7 (14)
Septic-tank pumping and service for off-sewer homes around Homer
4.9 (67)
Mediterranean and Indian food truck — falafel wraps, curry, naan, and samosas, mostly vegan
4.8 (19)
Hand-scooped ice cream on the Homer Shores Boardwalk — waffle cones and a bay-view bench
Halibut / Combo Charter 4.4 (28)
Repeat customers, family-friendly skippers
5.0 (5)
Nautical, edgy Alaskan clothing — Spit storefront with jackets, hoodies, and tees
Scenic Drive / Photo 4.9 (208)
Drive up East Hill to Skyline for the postcard Homer Spit + Kachemak Bay view.
Liquor Store / General Store 4.5 (147)
Spit liquor and general store — beer, wine, spirits, plus quick groceries and gear
4.6 (7)
Cluster of small cabins near Homer with kitchenettes and easy parking
Bear Viewing / Charter Air 4.8 (121)
Bear viewing, remote-cabin drops
Local snowmachine club maintaining 90+ miles of groomed backcountry trails above Homer
4.7 (180)
Casual pickup soccer at Karen Hornaday Park — all levels, bring water
4.9 (15)
Marine electronics on the Spit since 1975 — radar, GPS, autopilot sales and installs
4.9 (32)
Volunteer committee organizing sports leagues and rec programming on the south peninsula
Behavioral Health
Mental health, substance use, crisis services for adults and youth.
Excavation, gravel, and dirt-work contractor for site prep, driveways, and septic
4.3 (19)
24-hour crisis line, shelter, and advocacy for domestic violence and sexual-assault survivors
Hospital / 24-Hour ER 4.0 (39)
Critical access hospital with ER, surgery, labor & delivery, imaging, lab, long-term care.
ER: 24/7; clinics: weekday hours
4.7 (31)
General contractor for excavation, foundations, gravel, and site prep across the peninsula
Hardware / Lumber / Building Supply 4.1 (54)
Full hardware, lumber, and building-supply yard for contractors and homeowners
Kids Fishing 4.4 (130)
Kid-friendly stocked-salmon fishing lagoon on the Spit — no boat needed
Annual Races 4.7 (519)
Annual local races — Spit Run in spring, Sea-to-Ski summer, Run for the Refuge fall
4.5 (447)
Local high-speed wireless internet provider covering Homer and much of the peninsula
Episcopal congregation with Sunday services, music, and community programs
Local video, audio, and event production for businesses and weddings
Direct-from-fisherman East End fish market — sushi-grade salmon, lox, and smoked black cod
Across-the-Bay Lodges 4.8 (26)
Boat-in wellness lodge across the bay — retreats, yoga, and seasonal full-board stays
4.6 (42)
Local beekeeper selling raw honey and offering hive setup and pollinator workshops
4.9 (42)
Independent brokerage selling Homer-area homes, land, and commercial property
5.0 (223)
Physical therapy for injury recovery, post-surgical rehab, and chronic pain
4.4 (14)
Sunday worship service at Homer United Methodist Church
Water-taxi drop-offs across Kachemak Bay for hikers, kayakers, and lodge guests
3.6 (17)
Tribal health clinic offering primary, dental, and behavioral care open to everyone
Tribal Health / Primary Care 3.6 (17)
Primary care, dental, behavioral health; open to all (tribal & non-tribal).
4.9 (86)
Tasting room for small-batch berry meads and hard ciders made with local fruit and honey
4.7 (257)
Craft taco shop on the Spit — house tortillas, Alaska seafood, and outdoor picnic seating
Bakery / Bagels / Breakfast 4.9 (448)
From-scratch hand-rolled bagels, schmears, sandwiches, and soups on East End Road
Morning to mid-afternoon — check FB
5.0 (8)
Spit boutique with handmade textiles, sweaters, and gifts curated from nine countries
4.9 (25)
Downtown kitchen boutique — Breville, LeCreuset, Wusthof, and cooking demos and classes
5.0 (82)
East End homestead and gallery tour of Jeff and Ranja Dean creative compound
4.5 (147)
Pioneer Avenue liquor store — wine, beer, and spirits with a deep Alaskan selection
Liquor Store
East End liquor store with wine, beer, and spirits for the Fritz Creek crowd
Bookshop 4.7 (164)
Independent downtown bookstore with a strong Alaska section, kids books, and gifts
Steak / Alaskan / Fine Dining 4.2 (72)
Destination fine-dining steakhouse with bay views — steaks, seafood, and a wine list
Dinner; seasonal (closed in winter typically)
Asian-fusion teriyaki shack on the Spit — bowls, sushi rolls, and quick lunch eats
Seafood / Alaskan 4.4 (448)
Spit seafood and Alaskan-fare restaurant with bay views and a dinner-focused menu
Lunch & Dinner in summer; limited winter
Across-the-Bay Lodges 4.9 (73)
Across-the-bay cabins at Otter Cove — boat-in stays for couples and small groups
Bluff-meadow B&B with bay-view rooms and breakfast included
4.7 (19)
Across-the-bay fine dining at Odyssey Lodge — water-taxi over for a special-occasion meal
Local hotel offering simple, comfortable rooms close to in-town amenities
4.7 (187)
Anchor Point gallery preserving the landscape paintings of Norman Lowell
Movie Theater (Restored Homer Theatre) 4.6 (197)
Restored downtown movie theater showing first-run and independent films
3.3 (84)
Halibut Cove destination restaurant — boat across the bay for fresh seafood with a view
4.0 (32)
Worship, emergency assistance, and seasonal programs from the Salvation Army
4.8 (20)
Old Town burger spot — quarter-pound patties with house sauces and a short focused menu
4.5 (287)
Downtown wood-fired pizza and pub fare — pizzas, fish and chips, salmon sliders, fresh desserts
4.6 (23)
Shipping, packaging, mailbox rentals, printing, and notary services
5.0 (61)
Guided glacier-and-kayak combo trips across Kachemak Bay
Nature / Family 4.7 (548)
Free, easy tidepooling at low tide — sea stars, anemones, and crabs just steps from town
Nature / Family 4.7 (548)
Two easy free spots for low-tide tidepooling — bring boots and a tide chart
5.0 (12)
Seldovia treehouse and cove lodge — boat- or plane-in across the bay
Sea Kayaking 4.8 (154)
Beginner-to-intermediate paddlers, day trips
Across-the-Bay Lodges 5.0 (31)
Across-the-bay luxury culinary lodge — sister property to Winterlake Lodge
5.0 (21)
Across-the-bay tours to Tutka Bay — wildlife, glaciers, and remote-shore stops
4.9 (7)
Private 500-acre wilderness with trails, fat-tire e-bike rentals, and Anchor River floats
Bakery / Café / Breakfast 4.6 (736)
Old Town sourdough bakery known for cinnamon rolls, savory hand pies, and weekend brunch
Early morning to mid-afternoon
Maritime Safety
Search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, vessel inspections.
Hardware / General Store / Pharmacy 4.5 (300)
Iconic Homer general store — hardware, housewares, fishing tackle, and pharmacy under one roof
Pharmacy 4.5 (300)
Independent locally-owned pharmacy inside Ulmer's Drug & Hardware.
4.4 (101)
Recreational cannabis dispensary on Ocean Drive — flower, edibles, pre-rolls, concentrates
Post Office 3.5 (23)
U.S. Postal Service branch — mail, shipping, PO boxes, and passport help
4.8 (12)
Residential heating service — boiler, furnace, and oil-stove installs and repairs
4.4 (13)
Authorized Verizon retailer — phones, plans, and device upgrades
4.7 (311)
Authentic Thai downtown — pad thai, larb, curries, and noodle bowls with vegan options
4.7 (164)
Garden center and pet supply — seeds, starts, feed, and pet essentials
4.9 (32)
Indoor midday walking and running loop at SPARC — open to all ages
4.9 (32)
Early-morning indoor walk and run loop at SPARC before the gym crowd arrives
Sightseeing 4.7 (548)
4.5-mile gravel spit lined with shops, charters, eateries; classic Homer experience.
Water Hauling 4.5 (21)
Potable-water hauling and delivery for off-grid homes and cisterns
Free pregnancy support, resources, and counseling — confidential and non-medical
5.0 (29)
Privately owned cabin rentals around Homer for self-catered stays
Community Resource Directory 4.9 (32)
Crowd-sourced 'where can I find X in Homer' directory; great for hard-to-find services.
5.0 (22)
Waterfront B&B with classic rooms, decks, and Kachemak Bay views
4.7 (438)
Cozy bistro on Bunnell — sweet and savory crepes, espresso, and foraged Alaska ingredients
4.9 (11)
Small cottage-style vacation rentals in a quiet Homer setting
Permaculture farm with U-pick peonies, herbal botanicals, body oils, and ferments
Small Old Town park honoring Brother Asaiah — picnic spot near Bishop Beach
Nature Center / Trails 4.7 (80)
140-acre nature center with kid-friendly trails, naturalist programs, and free admission
Yoga / Movement 5.0 (15)
Round-up of Homer yoga studios — drop-in classes from gentle to vinyasa across town
4.8 (75)
Downtown espresso, smoothies, and waffles in a cozy room — strong gluten-free game
4.9 (32)
High-energy Zumba class at SPARC with Gretchen — all fitness levels
4.9 (32)
Zumba dance-fitness class at SPARC with Katie Jo — drop-ins welcome
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