"THE CATCH"
We pledge to make "THE CATCH" be the best place to eat and the best place to work. Nutritious food, great seafood and terrific steak and chicken dishes are in our daily menu. Our comfortable with a nice ambiance dining rooms is the perfect place to enjoy a great meal. We are planning to grow into taking care of every guest who walks through our doors. Our goal is that all of our products and services shall be delivered consistently and measured one satisfied customer at a time, in superior, clean, convenient, fun and friendly environmental. A focus on the food, "THE CATCH" keeps it fresh, incorporating with local Alaskan vendors and sustainable ingredients wherever possible as it cultivates a menu. "THE CATCH" has a full service which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our commitment to quality is unwavering. Conveniently located in Alaska, our flagship restaurant showcases high culinary standards, within an exclusive setting in Downtown Soldotna.
Tommy Hanson - Head Cook
Hello I'm Tommy Hanson
Grew up in Nenana 60 miles from Fairbanks. My mother showed my siblings and I how to cook from a very young age. I started working in for Sal's Klondike diner from 1989-2011. In 2012 i opened Tommy’s snack shack till 2017. Now I'm lead Cook at "THE CATCH" . I hope you to see you guys when we open up!!
Carl Anthony Bowman JR - Dinner Cook
Hello I’m Carl Anthony Bowman JR
I was born into a Military Life May 18, 1957 to Carl and Dorothy Bowman, I’ve Experienced many different cultures and cuisines throughout my military brat life.
My wife Mary and I ran a Rafting and Bed & Breakfast business in the Copper Jalley, Alaska through the 90’s.
My Professional cooking experience began on the north Slope (Prudoe Bay) Alaska. I worked in small man camps as well as polished my skills in 300 and 500 hotels catering to both slope workers and tourists. College and have worked in the catering industry since moving to the Kenai peninsula in 2006. I look forward to serving you here at "THE CATCH" Restaurant & Bar.
Eric Marshall - GM
Eric Marshall General Manager of "THE CATCH" Restaurant & Bar/ Alaska Anglers Inn. I was born in Montana & raised in Alaska.
After touring the lower 48 for work, he settled in Pittsburgh, PA. Where he owned & operated a successful bar & grill for over a decade.
Eric sold his business & home in Pittsburgh to return to to Alaska to reunite with his family. He can often be found taking photos of the local scenery & wildlife while combing the beaches for supplies to create local crafts.
Eric has been with "THE CATCH" since the beginning , he over saw the demolition & rebuild of the restaurant, bar & hotel sharing the vision of Nika & Vern Davidhizar.
Eric believes in customer first & maintains a positive environment for his employees. He is looking forward serving his community while making the summer visitors feel welcome and enjoy there visit at "THE CATCH" Restaurant and Bar/Alaska Anglers Inn.