The Basics

By no means comprehensive, here is a guide to some of the best places to eat in the Twin Ports and North Shore region that are popular and unique to our area.

We recommend calling restaurants before visiting to confirm information. All restaurants in Minnesota are smoke-free, but Wisconsin is not and has designated areas for smoking.

Please direct questions or comments about the directory to dining@duluthsuperiormagazine.com

Outdoor Seating O

Breakfast B

Lunch L

Dinner D

Kid Friendly K

Late Night Dining LN
[Until 11pm]

No Alcohol NA

Wine + Beer Only WB

Live Entertainment !

Wheelchair Accessible WA

Price categories indicate the typical cost of one entree

Less than 10 $

$10–$15 $$

$16–$25 $$$

More than $25 $$$$

NO Credit Cards NCC

NO Personal Checks NPC

Editor’s Pick *

Duluth / Superior

 

Aces on 29th

SPORTS BAR/AMERICAN

2827 Oakes Ave
(715)392-2546

Chef Nick Patronas serves up grilled chicken, pizza, and six versions of his signature Charburger in a casual sports bar atmosphere.

L D O LN $

Amazing Grace

Breakfast / Café

Dewitt-Seitz MktPL
394 Lake Avenue South
(218)723-0075
amazinggracebakery.com

Co-owner Marcie Stoyke’s vintage apron collection and frequent live music add zest to the food. Muffins, scones, and bread are baked from scratch.

* b l d O K ! WA NA $

Anchor Bar

Burgers

413 Tower Avenue
(715)394-9747
anchorbarfreeservers.com

With dozens of unique burgers (cashews or jalapeños, anyone?) and house-cut fries, this Mo-Sa restaurant is a local legend.

L D WA $

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar

American

Miller Hill Mall
(218)723-1253

Burgers, sandwiches, pasta and seasonal specials top the menu. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is homey.

l D K LN WA $$

At Sara’s Table Chester Creek Café

American / Ethnic /
Regional

1902 East 8th Street
(218)724-6811
taransmarketplace.com

With regionally-grown produce, a creative menu, and plenty of options for vegetarians, this is a hip restaurant with a social conscience.

* b l d O K WB WA $$

Bixby’s

American/Café

1602 Woodland Avenue
(218)724-8444

Comfy chairs and a fireplace make this eatery a great place to down some coffee with a friend.

b l d O K WA NA $

Baja Billy’s
Cantina & Grill

Mexican

Fitger’s Complex
600 East Superior Street
(218)740-2300
bajabillys.com

Accessible Mexican and Caribbean fare join top shelf Margaritas for a mean Happy Hour.

l d O K LN WA $

Beaner’s
Central

Coffee House

324 West Central Avenue
(218)624-5957
beanerscentral.com

This independent coffee house features paninis, wraps, and live music for all ages.

B L D K LN
WB ! WA $

 

Bellisio’s

Italian

405 Lake Avenue South
(218)727-4921
grandmasrestaurants.com

With over 125 wines served by the glass, the pastas, risotto, seafood and steaks are almost a bonus.

0 L D $$$

Blackwood’s Grill and Bar

American

Duluth – 2525 London Road, (218)724-1612
Proctor – 195 Highway 2, (218)628-0628

blackwoods.com

All-American comfort food like seafood, steaks, and pasta meets more exotic fare. Sunday brunch available on London Road.

l d K WA $$$

Boathouse
Restaurant

Contemporary / Regional

Barker’s Island
14 Marina Drive
(715)399-0076
boathouserestaurant.org

Menu items like duck calzones, wood fired Lake Superior fish and elk are featured, along with house-made desserts.
WINTER—L Tu–Fr,
D Tu–Sa.
Summer—L D daily

* O WA $$$

Bulldog Pizza and Grill

Italian American

Mount Royal Center
(218)728-3663
bulldogpizzaandgrill.com

This local restaurant features pizza, sandwich, burger and pasta menu. Great discounts Monday nights. Place your delivery order online

l K d O WA WB WA $

Burrito Union

Tex-Mex

1332 East 4th Street
(218)728-4414
burritounion.com

Massive burritos and lots of beer on tap in a friendly, funny, Soviet-inspired atmosphere.
B Sa–Su.

l d K ! LN WA $

China Star

Chinese

4227 Haines Road
(218)740-2750

Hunan, Szechwan, Mandarin and Cantonese specialties. Flavorful dishes that are fresh, light and full of green vegetables.

* l d K WA WB $

Duluth Grill

American / Vegetarian

118 S 27th Avenue W
(218)726-1150

Down-home comfort food and vegetarian-friendly specials along with breakfast all day, burgers and incredible pies.

* b l d K NA WA NPC $

Duluth
Athletic Club

Deli

320 West Superior Street.
(218)727-6060
duluthathleticclub.net

Hungry and on the go? Grab house made soups, hot sandwiches and fresh baked morning pastries. B L Mo–Fr.

K NA WA $

Dunn Brothers Coffee

Coffee House

2401 London Road
(218)724-8838

This model log cabin is a cozy place to meet up with friends for a cup of java from beans roasted on site.

* B L D O K NA WA $

Eddie’s World Famous Ribs

American/BBQ

5221 East 4th Street
(715)398-0191

Bacon and wild rice stuffed mushrooms, fresh salmon, steaks, seafood and of course ribs. D Tu–Su.

K WA $$

Elbo Room/
Sammy’s Pizza

Italian/American

1309 Tower Avenue
(715)392-3829

This family-owned supper club offers Sammy’s pizza next to steaks, pasta, and a full bar.

D K $$

The Exchange

Bakery / Deli

305 West First Street
(218)727-8836
theexchangecateringanddeli.com

This chef-owned eatery serves up hot daily specials and house made pastries Mo–Fr.

* B L K NA WA $

Famous Dave’s

BBQ

355 Lake Avenue South
(218)740-3180
famousdaves.com

Regional chain that features hickory-smoked spareribs, brisket, catfish, and burgers.

l d O K WA $$

Fitger’s
Brewhouse

American

Fitger’s Complex
600 East Superior
(218)279-BREW
brewhouse.net

Award-winning brewmaster watches over this funky, fun and relaxed brew pub. Try the wild rice burger and stay for the scotch.

l d O LN WB ! Wa $

Grandma’s
Saloon + Grill

American Italian

Canal Park
522 Lake Avenue South (218)727-4192

Miller Hill Mall
2202 Maple Grove
(218)722-9313

West Duluth
4602 Grand Avenue
(218)628-7010

grandmasrestaurants.com

With walleye cakes, tetrazzini and the famous chicken wild rice soup, this is the place for big portions in a casual atmosphere.

l d O K WA $$

Grandma’s Sportsgarden

American Italian

425 Lake Avenue South
(218)722-4724
grandmasrestaurants.com

Pizzas, burgers, and big screen TVs. If you’ve never had a pizza salad, this is your big chance. Winter D We–Su L Sa–Su

O K WA $

The Great American Bar and Grill

American

Miller Hill Mall
(218)740-1600
grandmasrestaurants.com

Simply prepared all American favorites in a relaxed, warm atmosphere. L D K WA $

Green Mill
Restaurant

American/Italian

340 Lake Avenue South
(218)727-7000
greenmill.com

With fried green beans and the spinach and goat cheese calzone, this is more than just a pizzeria.

l d O K LN WA $$

Guadalajara Mexican
Restaurant

Mexican

Mariner Mall
69 N 28th Street East
(715)392-2894

Chips are crispy and thin, the guacamole is creamy, and the fajitas are sizzling.

L d K WA $

Hacienda
Del Sol

Mexican

319 East Superior Street
(218)722-7296
hacienda-del-sol.com

Al fresco Mexican dining in the heart of downtown. L D Mo–Sat.

K WA $

Hammond Bar
+ Steakhouse
American / Chophouse

1402 North 5th street
(715)392-3269
hammondliquor.com

This family owned classic steakhouse serves Angus certified steaks, and hearty seafood.

D daily except Tu.

* K $$$

Hell’s Kitchen

American /
Contemporary

310 Lake Avenue South
(218)727-1620
hellskitcheninc.com

Eclectic, creative menu includes toasted sausage bread, wild rice porridge, and smoked trout spread.
B L Mo–Fr
Brunch Fr–Su 8am–2pm

* D K WA $$

India Palace

Indian / Vegetarian

319 West Superior Street
(218)727-8767

Get creamy chai, fiery currys, and plenty of naan in this beautifully decorated restaurant. Many options for vegetarians.

L D K WB WA $$

Italian
Village

Italian / Deli

301 N Central Avenue
(218)624-2286

Kathy Resberg serves a slice of living Italian American history on a plate at honest prices Mo–Sa.

* L K NA WA $

Lake Ave Café

Contemporary /
Vegetarian friendly

Dewitt Seitz Mktpl
394 Lake Avenue South
(218)722-2355
lakeavenuecafe.com

Thai chili with house made sausage, falafel, and seasonal specials are all on the menu at this upscale cafe.

* l d K WB WA $$

Le Bistro

French

1409 Hammond Avenue
(715)399-3220

High-quality French fare, crisp linens and fresh flowers on the table make this a great place for a date.
L Tu–Fr, D Tu–Sa.

WA $$$

Little Angie’s Cantina

Mexican

11 East Buchanan
(218)727-6117
grandmasrestaurants.com

Tex-Mex cooking in a lively dining room with artifacts like Pancho Villa’s saddle and authentic native headdress.

L D O WA $$

Maya Mexican
Restaurant

Mexican

1725 Miller Trunk Hwy
(218)722-0363

Authentic Mexican specialties and fast, professional service.

* L D K WA $$

Midi
Restaurant
+ Wine Bar

Mediterranean /
German Specials

Fitger’s Complex
600 East Superior Street
(218)727-4880
midirestaurant.net

Roast duck, cous cous and pasta stand next to German classics.

b l d O K WA $$

Northern
Waters
Smokehaus

Deli/Regional

Dewitt Seitz Mktpl
394 Lake Avenue South
(218)724-7307
nwsmokehaus.com

In addition to locally smoked fish and cured meats, owner Eric Goerdt serves hot artisan sandwiches.

* L D O K NA WA $

Outback
Steakhouse

American / Chophouse

4255 Haines Road
(218)722-2471
outback.com

Australian inspired menu features blue cheese chop salad and lamb chops.

L D K WA $$

Pickwick
Restaurant

American / Chophouse

508 East Superior Street
(218)727-8901
pickwickrestaurant.com

The oldest family-owned restaurant in the area serves up handmade onion rings, pepper cheeseburger, and prime rib.

* l d K LN WA $$$

Pizza Lucé

Contemporary/
Vegetarian Friendly

Technology village
11 East Superior
(218)727-7400
pizzaluce.com

Garlic mashed potato pizza and roasted vegetable lasagna attract businessmen by day and college students by night. Open late.

l d O K LN ! WA $

Porter’s
American

Holiday Center
200 West First Street
(218)727-6746
hiduluth.com

Weekly quiche specials, gourmet burgers, and comfort food classics in a cozy dining room.

B L K WA $

Red Mug
Coffeehouse

Coffeehouse/Cafe

916 Hammond Avenue
(715)392-2662
www.redmugcoffee.com

An extensive coffee menu, delicious sweets (try the scones), and yummy salads served with a bohemian flair.

B L D K WB O ! $

Restaurant 301

American /
Contemporary

Sheraton Hotel
301 East Superior Street
(218)733-5660

Local celebrity chef Bob Bennett’s creative, fresh menu includes blue cheese salad, Arizona egg rolls, and turkey-cranberry ciabattas.

* b l d K LN WA $$$

Sammy’s Pizza

Italian American

Eight Twin Ports locations

Serving up legendary pizza since the 1950’s this local institution satisfies that thin crust pizza craving.

mysammys.com

l d K WA NA $

The Shack Smokehouse and Grill

American / Supper Club

3301 Belknap Street
(715)392-3463
shackonline.com

Prime rib at every meal, USDA Choice steaks, ribs and seafood. Their cheesecake is made from scratch and their signature Bloody Mary is more of a meal in a glass than a drink.

* L D K WA ! $$

SIR BENEDICT’S TAVERN

PUB FOOD

805 East Superior Street
(218)728-1192

With a Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm and 10pm to close, there’s time to enjoy a wide beer selection in luxurious outdoor seating. Live music, gooey appetizers, and a nice lake view make a good thing better.

L D O LN $

Sneaker’s Sports Bar and Grill

American

Holiday Center
200 West First Street
(218)727-7494
hiduluth.com

Duluth’s original sports bar serves up burgers, salads, soups, chili and sandwiches.

l d K WA $

Taj India

Indian

220 West Superior Street
(218)722-0840

Excellent lunch buffet with Northern Indian Specialties. You can bring your own liquor.

* L d K WA NA $$

Tejas Texas Grill

Tex-Mex / Southern

702 Miller Trunk Hwy
(218)740-3990
mytejas.com

Get a meaty taste of Texas and wash it down with beer and margaritas.

b l d O WA $$

Taste of Saigon

Vietnamese/
Vegetarian Friendly

Dewitt-Seitz Mktpl
394 Lake Avenue South
(218)727-1598

Stir-fries, curries, and some of the fastest service in town.

* l d K WB WA $

Thirsty Pagan Brewing

Pizza/American

1623 Broadway
(715)394-2500
thirstypagenbrewing.com

Good, hand-crafted brews with homestyle pizza.

* D K ! WA $

Timber Lodge Steakhouse

American/Chophouse

325 Lake Avenue South
(218)722-2624
timberlodgesteakhouse.com

Aged steaks, seafood and prime rib reign as menu favorites in this Paul Bunyan-sized spot.

A $$$

 

Top of the
Harbor

American

Radisson Hotel
505 West Superior Street
(218)727-8981
radisson.com/duluthmn

Duluth’s only revolving restaurant lets you see the entire downtown.
B Mo–Sa, Brunch Su

l d K WA $$

Va Bene
Berarducci’s Caffe

Italian

734 East Superior Street
(218)722-1518
vabenecaffe.com

Family owned Italian inspired casual café with a killer outdoor dining view of Lake Superior.

l d O K WA $$

Valentini's Vicino Lago

ITALIAN

1201 London Road.
(218)728–5900
valentinisduluth.com

Check out the seafood-stuffed walleye or Veal Osso Bucco, or just enjoy some house-made pasta. B L D WA O $

 

Vista Fleet Harbor
Cruises &
Dining

American/Cruises

Canal Park
323 Harbor Drive
218-722-6218
www.vistafleet.com

Discover the natural beauty of Lake Superior while enjoying cuisine by Savories Catering.

B L D K ! WA

Zen House

Japanese

4147 Haines Road
(218)722-9365
zenhouse-ico.com

Excellent sushi and other classics like donburi rice, Japanese noodles and tempura.

* l d K WB WA $$

Beaver Bay

Cove Point Lodge

American

4614 Highway 61
800-598-3221
covepointlodge.com

Eclectic menu with Norwegian inspired dishes along with walleye, steaks and pasta.

D K WA $$

Castle
Danger

Rustic Inn Café

American/Seafood

2773 Highway 61
(218)834-2488
rusticinncafe.com

This 80-year old family-owned joint serves up freshly caught fish and house made fudge.

B L D K WB WA $$

Splashing Rock
Restaurant

American

2826 Highway 61
(800)627-9565
grandsuperior.com

Panoramic dining views with a creative menu including elk and duck.

L D O K WA $$$

Grand Marais

Angry Trout Café

Café/Regional

2000 Highway 61
(218)387-1265
angrytrout.com

Sustainable café in a fishing shanty serving local food. Open May–mid Oct.

* O K WB WA $$

Chéz Jude

Bistro / Contemporary

411 West Highway 61
(218)387-9113
chezjude.com

High end, seasonal/local food. Daily tasting menus with wine pairings.

* WB WA LN $$$

Justine’s

Contemporary /
Regional

143 South Gunflint Lake
(800)328-3325
gunflint.com

Wild game, steaks and local produce in a cozy atmosphere. Dining not available late Oct–mid Dec.

b l d K WA $$$

Red Paddle Bistro

Bistro

143 South Gunflint Lake
(800)328-3325
gunflint.com

This laid-back cafe boasts walleye chowder, burgers, and sandwiches.

L D O K WA $$

North Shore

Betty’s Pies

Cafe/Regional

Two Harbors
1633 Highway 61
(218)834-3367
bettyspies.com

Betty’s Pies have been serving chicken pasties, walleye on wild rice hoagies, and of course pie since 1956.

B l dK NA WA $

Judy’s Café

American/Cafe

623 7th Avenue
(218)834-4802

TWO HARBORS–All-day breakfast, sandwiches and a Friday fish fry.

K NA WA NCC $

Lakeview Castle

American

5135 North Shore Drive
(218)525-1014
lakeviewcastleduluth.com

SCENIC 61–Classic dining in an imitation castle. Breakfast on weekends.

l d K ! WA $$$

Ledge Rock Grille

American/Regional

596 Larsmont Way
(218)595-7510
ledgerockgrille.com

Minnesota inspired menu with a Scandinavian flair. Breakfast available on weekends.

* l d O K WA $$$

Nokomis
Restaurant

American /
Contemporary

5593 North Shore Drive
(218)525-2286
nokomisonthelake.com

SCENIC 61–Scandinavian décor and a view of the lake meet Kobe beef burgers and other classy entrees.

*l d O K WA $$$

New Scenic Café
American/Regional

5461 North Shore Drive
(218)525-6274
newsceniccafe.com

SCENIC 61– Taleggio fondue, smoked salmon and lamb shanks fill out the creative menu at this chef-owned eatery.

* l d K WB WA $$$

Vanilla Bean

American

812 7th Avenue
(218)834-3714
thevanillabean.com

Two Harbors–Made-from-scratch soups, salads, and sandwiches.

K WB WC NCC m/c visa only $$

Tofte/Lutsen

The Bluefin Grille

American/Regional

7192 West Highway 61
(218)663-6200
bluefinbay.com

Artisan cheeses, burgers, steaks, pasta, and seafood. b l d O K WA $$$

Coho Café

Bistro

7126 West Highway 61
(218)663-8032
bluefinbay.com

Espresso bar, soups, salads, and sandwiches, Seasonal rustic tarts available for dessert.
Winter—B L D Th–Mo,
closed Tu–We

* O K WB WA $$$

Lockport
Marketplace

Deli

5362 West Highway 61
(218)663-7548

Lutsen–Authentic North Shore pasties and house made pies.

B l o K NA WA $

Silver Bay

Northwoods Café

American / Café

No. 6 Shopping Center
(218)226-3699

Unpretentious and wholesome diner food.

B L D K NA WA NCC $