Iconic Ocean City, Md., Boardwalk business Alaska Stand to be replaced by Thrasher’s Fries

Iconic Ocean City, Maryland, Boardwalk establishment Alaska Stand has announced its imminent closure.

The small business, which has captured the hearts of countless local residents and seasonal visitors since 1933, confirmed it will not reopen for the 2025 summer season at its beloved 9th Street location.

Yet, as one door closes, another opens. Now, 9th Street is set to welcome a new face in the coming months: Thrasher’s French Fries, another staple Ocean City business wielding historic Boardwalk fame.

Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming business transition, which, Alaska Stand said, marks the beginning of a new and exciting page in the history of 9th Street in downtown Ocean City.

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Ocean City Boardwalk staple for burgers, hotdogs and shakes

Over time, fast-food fixture Alaska Stand has become a top destination for fresh burgers, split hotdogs, fries, funnel cakes, ice cream, shakes and more.

Together, current owners Jodi and Dennis Renner followed in the footsteps of Jodi’s great-grandfather, Benjamin Givarz, who opened the original Alaska Stand location — no longer in operation — at the intersection of Wicomico Street and the Boardwalk in 1933. The business’s 9th Street location opened in 1968.

The beloved burger joint will soon be home to Thrasher’s French Fries, which will relocate from its 8th Street location to Alaska Stand on 9th Street.

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Alaska Stand: Now, our ‘storyline will come to a close’

Alaska Stand shared a heartfelt message of thanks with its fanbase in a Feb. 21 Facebook post:

“Since 1933, The Alaska Stand has proudly been a part of Ocean City, Maryland, serving up fresh burgers, split hotdogs and other delicious food, while making cherished memories, and enjoying a sense of community that transcends generations. It has been our greatest honor to serve ‘The Purest and the Best,’ on the Ocean City Boardwalk, welcoming friends, visitors, and families from near and far for over 90 years.

“Today, with heartfelt gratitude and a deep appreciation for the legacy we have built together, we are announcing a new chapter in the story of 9th Street. The Alaska Stand’s storyline will come to a close at this time. We are thrilled to share that we have entered into an agreement with another Ocean City icon — Thrashers Fries — they will take the helm at this beloved corner and will be the new face of 9th Street!

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“This transition marks the beginning of a new and exciting page in the history of 9th Street. While this change brings a new face to this location on the boardwalk at 9th Street, the spirit of The Alaska Stand, and the memories created here will forever remain a part of the fabric of this incredible community.

“To all of you who have supported The Alaska Stand over the years, thank you. You have shared your summers, your stories, and your smiles with us, and we carry those moments in our hearts. While the physical corner may change hands, the legacy we have built together lives on, woven into the vibrant history of Ocean City, Maryland.

Alaska Stand continued: “We will always remain part of this amazing community as an original iconic establishment, and we look forward to seeing the next chapter unfold as Thrashers Fries takes the reins at 9th Street. Here is to new memories, lasting legacies, and the enduring spirit of Ocean City. With heartfelt gratitude, The Alaska Stand Family.”

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Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at ominzola@delmarvanow.com.

This article originally appeared on Salisbury Daily Times: Ocean City MD business Alaska Stand to close, Thrasher’s to take over

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