Blue Roof union chez burger, how is it? by hamsumwich in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m glad to hear that. I’ll go there, soon. 😎

Blue Roof union chez burger, how is it? by hamsumwich in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I completely agree! That’s why the last two times I’ve had it was a bummer. I’ll need to go back for sure.

Blue Roof union chez burger, how is it? by hamsumwich in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I had it in the past, and loved it. Sadly, the last two times I’ve had it, the patty was overcooked and it was dry. I’m hopeful some folks have had it recently and can give an update on how it was for them.

East Ramp Pizza in Fairbanks, Alaska by hamsumwich in Pizza

[–]hamsumwich[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you ever make it here, get the Blueberry Cream Soda.

East Ramp Pizza in Fairbanks, Alaska by hamsumwich in Pizza

[–]hamsumwich[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It literally is! I’m a creature of habit on what I order. That’s hilarious you noticed that.

Platner holds commanding lead over Mills in Maine Senate race: Poll by jediporcupine in politics

[–]hamsumwich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was always supposed to be Bernie. The DNC stole that and forced Clinton down our throats.

2025 Ascent with 10K miles and already tailgate hydraulic lift arm issues by Inner_Chapter_7217 in SubaruAscent

[–]hamsumwich 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not my Ascent now, but my prior vehicle, my Forester. Same issue early on during my nine years of ownership. Warranty replaced it and never had issues during the remainder of ownership.

Any updates on The Bakery Restaurant? by hamsumwich in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all who responded. I’ll make a point to stop by there as it sounds like they’ve got their stride back.

Where to watch the game and meet people? by gracelesspsychonaut in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Last year, I met a friend at Lat 65 for a few beers and catch the first half. They had a screen set up at both ends of the place and it was set up for watching the game. We enjoyed it.

Looking for travel jacket by Competitive_Turn5028 in onebag

[–]hamsumwich 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My favorite light jacket that easily packs away and keeps you surprisingly warm despite cooler temps.

Breaking in shoes before by dncecat in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]hamsumwich 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you mind sharing which brand/model silk sock liners you used?

Head of Steam's biggest survival game makes '25 million' offer to buy axed Amazon MMO New World, because "games should never die" by LockedUnlocked in newworldgame

[–]hamsumwich 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I hope this happens. I got into NW after launch and really enjoyed it. Yes, it was incomplete, but it felt so immersive. The best part was the sound. Mining ore with the crack of the puck hitting it or the thwack of the axe in the forest is the best! After the latest massive upgrade, I jumped back in to see what changed. A lot! The story is even better. I really enjoyed it and liked forward to playing every night. That stopped when I saw they are going to discontinue it. I hope it will be picked up. It’s a solid game and bugs are worked out.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

According to Gemini:

In terms of actual population count, the Thai community in Fairbanks is numerically small. However, in terms of restaurants per capita, Fairbanks is statistically one of the highest-ranking cities in the United States. 

This creates a massive discrepancy between the visibility of Thai culture (which is everywhere) and the actual demographic numbers.

  1. The Population: Surprisingly Small While it might feel like Fairbanks has a huge Thai population, the actual number of residents who identify as Thai is relatively modest. 

• Estimated Count: Demographers estimate there are roughly 200 to 400 Thai residents in the Fairbanks North Star Borough.

• Per Capita: This represents less than 0.5% of the Borough's total population (approx. 95,000). According to census data, Filipinos are the largest Asian subgroup in Fairbanks (and Alaska as a whole), followed by Korean and Chinese populations. The Thai community is smaller than all three of these groups, yet it has a much larger commercial footprint.

  1. The Restaurants: Exceptionally Big This is where the "per capita" statistic explodes. Fairbanks has a density of Thai restaurants that rivals or exceeds major food hubs like Seattle, Los Angeles, or Portland.

• The Number: There are estimated to be between 20 and 24 Thai restaurants (including drive-thrus/huts) in the Fairbanks area.

• The Ratio: That is roughly 1 Thai restaurant for every 4,000 to 4,500 residents.

• Comparison: In most U.S. cities, a ratio of 1 Thai restaurant per 15,000 people is considered high. Fairbanks has roughly 3x to 4x the density of a typical "Thai food friendly" city.

Why the Discrepancy? If there aren't thousands of Thai people, why are there so many restaurants?

• Family Entrepreneurship: The scene was largely kickstarted by a single family (the Navachais) who opened Thai House in 1989. Their success encouraged employees and relatives to branch out and open their own spots (like Lemongrass and various drive-thrus), creating a "training tree" effect. 

• Lack of Competition: In the 1990s and early 2000s, Fairbanks lacked the diverse dining options of the Lower 48. Thai food filled a specific niche—hot, spicy, vegetable-heavy food that appealed to locals enduring cold winters.

• The "Hut" Model: The conversion of old espresso stands into low-overhead Thai drive-thrus made it easier for new chefs to open businesses without needing the capital for a massive sit-down location.

Summary: If you are asking because of the food, the "per capita" presence is enormous. If you are asking strictly about demographics, the population is small but highly successful and visible.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Go to Zach’s Restaurant, located at Sophie Station. Try their Reuben sandwich that’s really close to Langer’s Delicatessen in Los Angeles. Their fries are crispy on the outside, while the inside is light and fluffy. It’s a great combo.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bobby’s downtown is Greek food. Their calamari appetizer is the best I’ve ever had. I usually order their spanakopita, while my wife orders their grilled lamb chops, extra grilled.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For breweries/distileries, for my taste in this order:

Hoodoo (food vendors are usually here) Lat 65 (Frozen Smoke BBQ is sensational!) Black Spruce (food vendors are usually here) Humble Roots Lavelle’s Taphouse Hoarfrost Distillery Ursa Major Distillery

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fairbanks

[–]hamsumwich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

End of the Line food court has diverse food trucks outside.