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PeaceFrog
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01/07/2022 06:59AM  
The post of Sven and Ole's not only has me craving some local pizza here in town, but also got me thinking. I'm doing all this trip planning with focus on the paddling, campsites, fishing, sights, etc. and I am overlooking another part of the trip, the road trip north.

When I travel, I like to support local and find a nice little gem of a place to find friendly people, good food and a quality beer. Does anyone know of a locally owned place in Duluth that is one not to miss? We will be stopping in Duluth for one night in June on our way up from Ohio before we head to Ely.
 
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thegildedgopher
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01/07/2022 07:50AM  
I’m sure there are more nuanced Duluth minds here, but I can think of a few spots:

- Sammy’s pizza is kind of the local institution. There’s a woodfire place in canal park called Vitta that we enjoyed.

- New Scenic cafe is something very different, but really incredible for the foodies

- fitgers brewpub is always a classic
 
briar
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01/07/2022 07:55AM  
Check out OMC Smoke House for dinner and Duluth Grill for breakfast. For a beer or cider try Bent Paddle Brewery, URSA Miner Brewery, Blacklist Brewery, and Duluth Cider.
 
01/07/2022 08:31AM  
thegildedgopher: "I’m sure there are more nuanced Duluth minds here, but I can think of a few spots:


- Sammy’s pizza is kind of the local institution. There’s a woodfire place in canal park called Vitta that we enjoyed.


- New Scenic cafe is something very different, but really incredible for the foodies


- fitgers brewpub is always a classic"

+1.

I'll add Anchor Bar in Superior for a high-cal cheese burger, Northern SmokeHaus in Canal Park for sandwiches, meats, or fish, and if a bit further north Castle Danger has a nice tap room in Two Harbors.
 
01/07/2022 09:53AM  
Sir Ben's has excellent sandwiches, a good selection of local beer on tap and often live music. https://www.sirbens.com/
 
TuscaroraBorealis
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01/07/2022 09:55AM  
Here's some old favorites. Favorite restaurants
 
01/07/2022 10:23AM  
Definitely Sammy's on the east side. Ask for Marty. That's H20 from this site
 
thegildedgopher
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01/07/2022 10:27AM  
prettypaddle: "Sir Ben's has excellent sandwiches, a good selection of local beer on tap and often live music. https://www.sirbens.com/ "


Do they still have board games? Played an awful lot of Yahtzee there in college!
 
01/07/2022 10:36AM  
I will second Northern SmokeHaus for Lunch. even if we don't stay in Duluth we try to plan a stop there for lunch on the way through.

Also second the OMC Smoke House and Bent Paddle Brewery. Both are awesome.

I asked a similar question a few years ago with some great responses, with the link below. We spent several hours walking around Lake Superior and all of the shops near there. Watching the Aerial Bridge operate and then a trip to Minnesota point. We stopped by Hawk Point on our way out the next day, 100% worth the stop for the views of Duluth and the Lake Superior, if you have time.


Must see in Duluth
 
PuffinGin
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01/07/2022 10:47AM  
Bulldog Pizza and The Breeze Inn
 
01/07/2022 01:02PM  
It's funny how I never try any of these places out even though I spend time in Duluth once or twice a year. I always stay with a tripping buddy who lives in Hermantown and usually just eat in. Maybe next time we'll have to get out and try something new.
 
briar
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01/07/2022 02:16PM  
PuffinGin: "Bulldog Pizza and The Breeze Inn"


I agree, The Breeze Inn has great burgers!!
 
01/07/2022 09:25PM  
Duluth Grill, Amazing Grace Café, another good place, not local but tasty, is Pizza Luce.
 
01/07/2022 10:21PM  
briar: "
PuffinGin: "Bulldog Pizza and The Breeze Inn"



I agree, The Breeze Inn has great burgers!!"


Briar...as in Briar Lake? We almost bought a place there some years back...like 10-15.
 
lundojam
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01/08/2022 07:12AM  
Ursa Minor has good wood-fired pizza and beer.
YOU MUST have dessert at Love Creamery, the one in West Duluth. Best ice cream I've had. Totally legit locavore values.
For breakfast, it's either Uncle Louie's or Duluth Grill.
The best food in town is at At Sarah's Table.
The Pickwick is very cool. An institution. Worth it just for the easy parking, but don't skip the onion rings.
 
PeaceFrog
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01/08/2022 08:10AM  
Good Saturday Morning To Everyone

Thank for so many replies with suggestions we will certainly consider. I have my planning notebook open and making a list. I will then do my research and plan accordingly for the time we will have while there. My apologies for resurrecting a question from years past. I get laser focused on something and forget to utilize the search function. I truly am thankful for this forum and the people of this community.

PF
 
PeaceFrog
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01/08/2022 08:22AM  
IndyCanoe: "I will second Northern SmokeHaus for Lunch. even if we don't stay in Duluth we try to plan a stop there for lunch on the way through.


Also second the OMC Smoke House and Bent Paddle Brewery. Both are awesome.


I asked a similar question a few years ago with some great responses, with the link below. We spent several hours walking around Lake Superior and all of the shops near there. Watching the Aerial Bridge operate and then a trip to Minnesota point. We stopped by Hawk Point on our way out the next day, 100% worth the stop for the views of Duluth and the Lake Superior, if you have time.



Must see in Duluth "


Thanks for the points of interest as well. Anytime I have gone north I always wanted to stop in Duluth but you know how it goes when you are on a mission to get somewhere. I keep on truckin and don’t look back. Cheers!
 
briar
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01/08/2022 08:43AM  
Speckled: "
briar: "
PuffinGin: "Bulldog Pizza and The Breeze Inn"




I agree, The Breeze Inn has great burgers!!"



Briar...as in Briar Lake? We almost bought a place there some years back...like 10-15. "


Not the lake, my dog's name is Briar.
 
01/08/2022 12:28PM  
Highly recommend Thai by Thai if you’re staying in town, fresh and delicious.

Another vote for Duluth Grill, not to be missed for breakfast or lunch.
 
PeaceFrog
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01/08/2022 12:45PM  
I’m pretty sure Duluth grill is a go for breakfast the next morning before heading to Ely. Still working on the choice for supper when we get into Duluth. Anyone ever been to the casino in town?
 
01/09/2022 09:18AM  
Burrito Union is my favorite place for supper in Duluth.
 
PeaceFrog
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01/10/2022 07:15AM  
ducks: "Burrito Union is my favorite place for supper in Duluth. "


Added to the list. Thanks ducks
 
01/10/2022 06:05PM  
Actually in Superior Anchor Bar and Grill
 
01/10/2022 08:01PM  
Duluth is a wonderful and very genuine city. Anyone passing through eager to paddle is missing something.
 
01/10/2022 08:12PM  
Jaywalker: "Duluth is a wonderful and very genuine city. Anyone passing through eager to paddle is missing something. "


Well said. We never miss an opportunity for a layover stay in Duluth - coming or going. I've been gently dropping hints about moving there for a decade but my wife is not convinced she would enjoy the weather for half the year.
 
PeaceFrog
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01/11/2022 06:28AM  
Jaywalker: "Duluth is a wonderful and very genuine city. Anyone passing through eager to paddle is missing something. "


Glad to hear this and looking forward to making this stop on our way north
 
01/11/2022 08:26PM  
PeaceFrog: "I’m pretty sure Duluth grill is a go for breakfast the next morning before heading to Ely. Still working on the choice for supper when we get into Duluth. Anyone ever been to the casino in town?"


I'd avoid the casino...it's a bit sketch.

Duluth Grill for breakfast is solid. Dinner i'd do Canal Park Brewery, good food and apps, with a fantastic selection of beers.
 
PeaceFrog
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01/11/2022 08:39PM  
Speckled: "
PeaceFrog: "I’m pretty sure Duluth grill is a go for breakfast the next morning before heading to Ely. Still working on the choice for supper when we get into Duluth. Anyone ever been to the casino in town?"



I'd avoid the casino...it's a bit sketch.


Duluth Grill for breakfast is solid. Dinner i'd do Canal Park Brewery, good food and apps, with a fantastic selection of beers."


Thanks for the heads up on the casino Speckled. Curious though...sketch how if I may ask.
Canal Park Brewery is on the list
 
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