About Us

History

The Homestead Restaurant was established in 1961 by Karlie Baier as a local bar and grill. In 1992 Lisa and Steve Nolan bought the Homestead and Sean Maryott developed a menu that focused on the abundant Kachemak Bay seafood with a southwest twist, culminating in an award-winning Sonoran Seafood Stew. And so the little roadside bar that served meals in red plastic baskets was transformed into a nationally acclaimed fine dining restaurant — "worth walking to if necessary" according to the tastebuds of National Geographic Traveler Magazine.

In the spring of 2005, after working for the Nolans for almost 10 years, Rick and Sharlene Cline had the good fortune to purchase The Homestead Restaurant. A highly experienced and skilled staff came along with the reputation and the building. For over a decade wait staff Janet Mayforth and bartender Vern Alberts have bestowed their charm at the front of the house.

The energy of new ownership is pushing our beloved little log restaurant in exciting directions. Regional specials with paired wines and the “Dinner at the Vineyard” series showcase our chefs’ creative and delicious interpretation of flavorful Alaskan cuisine.

The Homestead Restaurant has faithfully served the growing Homer community since 1961. Whether you have already helped contribute to our success or if you happen to become fortunate enough to find us one fine day, we warmly say “thank you” and “bon appétit.”

Chef Biography

Chef Chris Lukic

We are extremely fortunate to have New York Chef Chris Lukic join us. His formidable resume includes training at the French Culinary Institute, working with celebrity Chefs Rick Moonen and Marcus Samuelson both "Top Chef Master," cable participants, along with Susanna Foo, Laurent Tourendel and Rocco Dispirito. Prior to relocating to "laid back Homer" he was Executive Sous Chef of New York's Fig and Olive.

Recognition

Recipient of the Wine Spectator Restaurant Award of Excellence for 2004-2010. We are the only recipient on the Kenai Peninsula, and 1 out of 10 recipients throughtout Alaska. As well as recipient of the Wine Enthusiast Award of Unique Distinction for our wine list, feature wines, wine dinners and classes.
Featured in numerous newspaper and magazine articles, most notably the New York Times and the National Geographic Traveler.
The Kenai Peninsula's only restaurant awarded Four Stars and the coveted Bear Paw Best Places Alaska by Sasquatch Press Seattle.
Alaska's only recipient of the Wine Enthusiast Award of Unique Distinction; Wine Enthusiast Award of Distinction.

• Homer's only receipent of Fodor's Choice

Award.