The Potato
A popular little eatery on McCarthy's main street, known for hand-cut spiral fries and oversized wraps.
Also called Roadside Potatohead, the menu centers on hand-cut spiral fries, which can be ordered as a side or wrapped whole in a burrito, cooked to order. Rosemary garlic fries, fries topped with sausage gravy and the breakfast wrap are the most praised. There are also daily specials and house-style brewed drinks. Located on Kennicott Avenue on McCarthy's main street, it is open from morning until evening. It is a good place to refuel before or after a hike, and the prices are easy on the wallet.
Opening hours
Summer daily, about 7:30–21:00
Nearby sights
- McCarthy
- Kennicott River Footbridge
- Kennicott Glacier
- Kennecott Mill Town
- Root Glacier
- Bonanza Mine Trail
- Stairway Icefall
- McCarthy Road