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Membership Spotlight Cape Fox and 108 Taphouse & Burger Bar
Cape Fox Corporation , a Saxman Village company , is the parent company of Cape Fox Lodge based in Ketchikan . Many of our corporate native Alaskan shareholders live in Saxman , and many are employed by Cape Fox Corporation . All shareholders and locals in our community benefit in the success of our corporation and its growing commercial properties , 108 Taphouse & Burger Bar being one of them . Cape Fox is committed to our local native Tlingit community ’ s economic and educational well-being , and we are also committed to preserving Tlingit art and spirituality .
What is the history of 108 Taphouse & Burger Bar ?
The 108 Taphouse & Burger Bar is located directly on 108 Main Street in the heart of downtown Ketchikan . The name comes from the history of what that space was many times and years before it was what it is now .
It became part of Cape Fox Corporation Commercial family of restaurants history in the dreaded year of 2020 . We braved all the elements of the time to completely renovate and renew the local spot for everyone to partake in a fun & friendly atmosphere to enjoy a craft cocktail and gourmet burger . We wanted every guest to feel like they have been transported to a bustling city all while still being in our little Alaskan town in the Tongass National Forest .
What Makes 108 Taphouse & Burger Bar stand out ?
All our cocktails are curated to represent skill , freshness , and the craft of mixology with our very own Alaskan spin . Everything is squeezed , pressed , mixed , blended , and infused in house . Stop by in the morning and you will be hit with the remaining scent of fresh juiced limes , lemons , oranges , & celery . In the afternoon you ’ ll step into an environment of cocktail glasses clinking , cocktail shakers , and the sounds of laughter & music between the patrons and staff .
Our cocktail menu is currently filled with our renditions of classic cocktails and modern mixology . Our bartenders are thoroughly trained to create drinkable art . With a fully stocked bar , the bartenders can absolutely make any drink by request , but they will be inclined to try and bring out your adventurous side with our cocktails like the Coconut Milk Margarita , the Earl Grey Old Fashioned , or the Meady Old Fashioned made with Alaska Meadery Razzery Mead .
We have a 12 tap draft beer selection made up of brews made right here in Alaska , from Ketchikan ’ s own locally brewed Bawden Street Brewery all the way up to Denali Brewing Co . in Talkeetna .
What are some of your most popular menu items ?
Our Chefs specialize in the “ smash ” burger technique with their own unique twist . While you decide on which burger you plan to have , we highly recommend having an appetizer , or two . There are 8 different appetizers to choose from on the menu but here our just a couple of the local & staff favorites :
Our Fried Cheese Curds , fresh Wisconsin cheese curds , breaded , & deep fried served with Dill Sauce , Lemon Grass aioli , & Truffle aioli for dipping . This starter is ideal for sharing amongst the whole table you are with . The Hummus Fries , freshly blended hummus , shaped into a “ fry ” rectangle , breaded , & deep fried topped with our fresh Pico de Gallo & a tangy Tzatziki sauce . This starter is called an appetizer , but some have argued that it can be a main course !
What about the burger bar ?
The Chefs constructed a menu of 12 different burgers all filled with juicy flavor and grilled to perfection . Sit in the right seat at the bar or at the closest high-top table , you can completely see each chef preparing your chosen burger as soon as the ticket gets sent to their printer .
We take pride in our fresh and made to order approach of burger layering and food frying . Each of the burgers on our menu are carefully thought-out ingredients . A fresh bun , house made pickles , unique house made sauces , and locally sourced cheeses , meats , & vegetables . The 108 Burger is a staple : 2 fresh ground beef patties , smashed & flame grilled , with famous Beecher ’ s cheddar cheese , house seasoned bacon , caramelized onions , our house made pickles , Truffle Aioli , crisp butter lettuce , and thin sliced tomatoes in between a soft and sturdy bun .
If you need something with a touch of spice , we recommend the Firehouse Burger : 2 fresh ground beef patties , house seasoned bacon , house pickled jalapeno slices , melted pepperjack cheese , caramelized onions , crisp butter lettuce , thin sliced tomatoes , & house Habanero-Honey Aioli all layered just right to get all the flavors in each bite .
We serve up each burger with classic hot & crispy French fries , that can be substituted out by Truffle Oil fries or Onion Rings . A well rounded 108 meal must end with dessert ! The Moonshiner Delight will subside that sweet tooth , our very own infused moonshine soaked peaches with butter pecan ice cream in a crisp waffle cone bowl . We make sure each guest leaves completely full , happy , & ready to call 108 their “ regular spot ”.
Dining at the 108 is an experience unlike any other in Alaska . From the fun & modern décor to the locally crafted bar & tables , unique cuisine , craft cocktails , and friendly staff .
What ’ s on the horizon for 2023 ?
We are proud to be a part of our growing community and represent as a member of CHARR in Ketchikan . We plan to continue to promote events such as Tap Takeovers from local Alaskan Breweries , introduce new and invented foods & drinks , promote Alaskan made products , and provide an atmosphere everyone can enjoy .
I think the last couple of years has put everyone in an entirely different mentality and I think a lot of people are still recovering from that . I ’ m ready for things to go back to normal !
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