“Where should we go eat tonight?”
It is a question we have all asked—and if you are in Duluth, there is no shortage of great answers.
Whether you are craving comfort food, fresh-caught fish from Lake Superior, wood-fired pizza, or a handcrafted cocktail, Duluth’s food and drink scene has something for everyone. This is a city where locally owned restaurants, breweries, and coffee shops shine, each with its own unique flavors and atmosphere.
We have put together a curated list of must-try spots to help you experience Duluth like a local. From longtime institutions to exciting new openings, these are places that will not disappoint. If you are a Duluthian looking to mix things up or a visitor planning your first trip, consider this your guide to exploring the city’s best food and drink.
Alto Pino Restaurant is a vibrant, women-owned Mediterranean eatery that brings an elevated dining experience unlike anything else in Duluth. With shareable tapas-style plates and bold flavors inspired by Southern Europe and Northern Africa, Alto Pino offers a refined and unforgettable atmosphere in the heart of downtown.
7 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 464-1380
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Bali Asian Cuisine brings a refined taste of Bali and pan-Asian flavors to Lincoln Park, offering artfully prepared rendang, poke bowls, ramen, and more in a modern, sustainably minded setting. This is a dining experience unlike anything Duluth has seen before.
1931 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 217-4266
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Bent Paddle Brewing Co. is a family- and women-owned craft brewery that helped launch Duluth’s vibrant Lincoln Park Craft District. Known for its award-winning beers and welcoming taproom, Bent Paddle brews with Lake Superior water and brings the spirit of Duluth to every pint.
1832 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN
(218) 279-2722
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Black Woods Grill & Bar is a family-owned Duluth classic, offering hearty comfort food, intimate dining rooms, and a lively bar overlooking Lake Superior. Locally sourced steaks, scratch-made sauces, and a celebrated Sunday brunch make it a go-to spot for both locals and visitors alike.
2525 London Rd, Duluth, MN
(218) 724-1612
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Burger Paradox puts a bold, creative spin on the classic burger-and-bar concept. With its gritty, graffiti-clad space and chef-driven menu, this Lincoln Park hotspot serves up smash burgers, wings, and craft cocktails for a dining experience unlike anything else in Duluth.
2113 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 217-4073
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Burrito Union brings bold, North Shore flair to Mexican and Tex–Mex favorites, with hearty burritos, inventive tacos, nachos, and bowls served in a fun, casual setting. Their massive “Rasputin” burrito and flavorful bowls have quickly made it a local must‑visit.
1332 E 4th St, Duluth, MN
(218) 728-4414
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Canal Park Brewing Company is a locally owned, family-run brewpub on the shore of Lake Superior. With award‑winning craft beers brewed using lake water, a full scratch‑made menu, and a year‑round lakeside patio with fire pits and yard games, it captures Duluth’s adventurous spirit like no other.
300 Canal Park Drive, Duluth, MN
(218) 464‑4790
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Chicken and Whaaat? is Duluth’s go-to fast-casual spot for fried chicken sandwiches, tenders, and craveable sides. Located in West Duluth and part of the Duluth Grill family, this establishment offers flavorful fried chicken in a casual, welcoming space featuring quirky murals and bold flavors.
231 N Central Ave, Duluth, MN
(218) 206‑6684
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Chilly Billy’s is a Duluth favorite serving up self-serve frozen yogurt, açaí bowls, and endless toppings in a bright, casual setting. With rotating flavors and locally sourced ingredients, it’s the perfect go-to spot for a sweet treat.
1608 Woodland Ave, Duluth, MN
(218) 464-0867
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Corktown Eatery and Bar is a neighborhood favorite in Lincoln Park from the Duluth Grill team. The menu features creative sandwiches, including porchetta, smoked salmon, and falafel, along with house-made bowls and salads, as well as shareable apps like pickle fries and smoked pork nachos. A full bar offers a selection of craft beers and cocktails.
102 S 27th Ave W, Duluth, MN
(218) 606-1607
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Duluth Cider is Duluth’s first-ever cidery, housed in a beautifully restored 100-year-old taproom that once served as horse stables. They offer a diverse range of craft ciders from sweet to dry, hopped to fruit-infused, and regularly rotate creative flavors like the Lake Superior-inspired “Gitch,” making it a one-of-a-kind spot in the city.
2307 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 464-1111
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Duluth Grill is a farm-to-table mainstay in Lincoln Park that first opened in 2008 after evolving from a 1971 cafeteria. It is beloved for scratch-made breakfast, lunch, and brunch plates, including smoked salmon omelets, bibimbap bowls, chicken melts, and house-baked cinnamon roll French toast, all made with fresh, local, and organic ingredients.
118 S 27th Ave W, Duluth, MN
(218) 726-1150
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Duluth’s Best Bread is a French and German-inspired bakery with two Duluth locations. Known for their artisan breads, buttery croissants, giant pecan caramel rolls, and handmade gourmet Pop Tarts, they bring scratch-made quality and bold flavors to the local bakery scene.
Downtown: 110 E Superior St, Duluth, MN
Lincoln Park: 2632 W 3rd St, Duluth, MN
(218) 525-2826
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Fitger’s Barrel Room is located inside the historic Fitger’s Brewery Complex on the shore of Lake Superior. This cozy spot offers craft beer from Fitger’s Brewhouse, whiskey, hand-tossed pizzas, wings, and shareable snacks in a rustic, stone-walled space with live music and an atmosphere unlike any other in Duluth.
600 E Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 723-7827
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Fitger’s Brewhouse Brewery and Grille is a landmark Duluth brewpub in the historic Fitger’s Brewery Complex. Known for their house-brewed craft beers, they serve pub favorites like wild rice burgers, beer-battered cheese curds, and hearty sandwiches in a laid-back, friendly setting.
600 E Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 723-2739
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Grandma’s Saloon & Grill Canal Park is a historic restaurant in Duluth’s Canal Park, known for its lively atmosphere, American cuisine, and collection of antiques and memorabilia. With real history, real antiques, real service, and really good food, Grandma’s also offers summer deck dining and a warm, welcoming vibe at both locations.
Canal Park: 522 Lake Ave S, Duluth, MN
(218) 727-4192
Miller Hill: 2202 Maple Grove Rd, Duluth, MN
(218) 722-9313
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Hungry Hippie Tacos serves North Coast style tacos with house-smoked meats and delightfully puffy homemade taco shells. Located in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District, this counter-service taco shop brings together house-made ingredients, bold flavors, and a fun, laid-back vibe.
1810 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 216-6030
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Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar is a chef-owned, globally inspired restaurant and bar using local ingredients in Duluth. Located in the DeWitt-Seitz Marketplace in Canal Park, it offers brunch, lunch, and dinner in an upscale yet casual atmosphere with a seasonally changing menu.
394 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN
(218) 722-2355
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Lake Superior Brewing Company is a brewpub offering a full kitchen, bar, and guest accommodations in Duluth. Their new brewery is now complete, and they are once again brewing beer at their Lakeside/Lester Park location since 2022.
5324 E Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 591-1328
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MadHouse Burgers is Duluth’s newest burger joint, serving up high-quality smash burgers packed with serious flavor. Enjoy $7.99 burgers, $4 beers, and a self-serve frozen yogurt bar from Chilly Billy’s.
1608 Woodland Ave, Duluth, MN
(218) 464-0867
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OMC Smokehouse is located in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District and serves up northern Minnesota’s best BBQ.
1909 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 606-1611
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The Rathskeller is a craft cocktail lounge tucked into the basement of Duluth’s historic 1890s City Hall. This intimate, speakeasy-style bar specializes in carefully crafted cocktails, whiskey flights, and an extensive spirits list served in a cozy, low-lit setting with brick walls and a vaulted stone ceiling.
132 E Michigan St, Duluth, MN
(218) 606-8727
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Silos Restaurant at Pier B offers an unrivaled vantage point to watch ships navigate the Duluth-Superior Harbor. You can even dock your own boat in their private harbor while stopping in for lunch or dinner. Silos was designed to help you relax and de-stress.
800 W Railroad St, Duluth, MN
(218) 336-3430
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Tavern on the Hill is located across from the University of Minnesota Duluth and offers multiple dining styles, including the city’s largest heated patio and a four-seasons room. The menu features burgers, artisan pizzas, scratch bowls, housemade moonshines, and local craft beers, making it a perfect spot to eat, drink, and connect.
1102 Woodland Avenue, Duluth, MN
(218) 724-0010
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Boat Club Restaurant and Bar is a lakeside destination on the shores of Lake Superior. With stunning views and a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, it celebrates local flavors with seasonal fish, seafood, premium steaks, and handmade pastas.
600 E Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 727-4880
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The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub is the Northland’s premier event center with golf, shooting, karaoke, and meeting space in the Craft District. Eat. Drink. Play.
2023 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 624‑7768
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Ursa Minor Brewing offers small-batch craft beer in its taproom, along with wood-fired pizza, hand-tossed salads, a year-round pet-friendly patio, live music, and plenty of other fun activities. Grab the whole family and come check out their spot.
2415 W Superior St, Duluth, MN
(218) 481-7886
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Vikre Distillery is a craft distillery located next to Duluth’s iconic Aerial Lift Bridge at the world’s farthest-inland seaport. They create small-batch spirits using foraged Northwoods botanicals, local grains, handcrafted oak barrels, and the clean, cold water of Lake Superior. With a welcoming cocktail room, tours, and tastings, Vikre captures the essence of the region in every bottle.
525 S Lake Ave #102, Duluth, MN
(218) 481-7401
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Vitta Pizza was voted best pizza in Duluth. They serve fast, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, fresh-made-to-order salads, great local beer, wine, desserts, and kids’ size pizzas. Dine-in, takeout, online ordering, and delivery are available through DoorDash and Food Dudes. Front and back patios make both locations a perfect stop. Locally owned and operated.
Canal Park: 307 Canal Park Drive, Duluth, MN
(218) 727-2226
Central Entrance: 21 W Central Entrance, Duluth, MN
(218) 464-4843
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It is easy to stick to the same spots, but Duluth’s food scene rewards those who venture out and try something new. Each of these restaurants, breweries, and cafes brings something special to the table—literally.
So grab your family, a friend, or yourself, and set out to discover what makes Duluth such a delicious place to be.
