Duluth · Saint Louis County, MN

Food & Drink in Duluth

Scout analyzed 83 Duluth places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

83

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Scout-verified spots

Amity Coffee

Lakeside/Lester Park

Amity Coffee

Amity Coffee is a good stop for a casual coffee break or light snack, suitable for a solo visit or a quick family stop. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Va Bene

East Hillside

Va Bene

Va Bene is a good spot for a sit-down meal with scenic Lake Superior views, pairing well with a walk along the waterfront. Expect to spend $30-$60 per person for an hour to an hour and a half experience.

FoodCocktailsViews
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Duluth Coffee Company Coffee Shop & Roastery

Downtown - Waterfront

Duluth Coffee Company Coffee Shop & Roastery

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop to grab a brewed coffee or espresso drink, perhaps paired with a light snack. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Bridgeman's

Duluth Heights

Bridgeman's

Bridgeman's is a casual diner good for a family meal or a quick bite, particularly for classic American fare and ice cream. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit of about an hour.

FoodRelaxedPlayful
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Lake Avenue Restaurant & Bar

Canal Park

Lake Avenue Restaurant & Bar

This is a good spot for a dinner date or a night out with friends, offering inventive food and cocktails in a casual but upscale setting. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-$75 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Burger Paradox

Lincoln Park

Burger Paradox

Burger Paradox is a casual spot for a meal, suitable for families or a relaxed date. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Pickwick Restaurant & Pub

East Hillside

Pickwick Restaurant & Pub

Pickwick is a classic American restaurant, good for a traditional dinner or drinks in a historic setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-75 per person for an entree and drinks.

FoodCocktailsHistory
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
New Scenic Café

Food & Drink

New Scenic Café

This is a good spot for a sit-down meal featuring New American cuisine, offering partial lake views. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-70 per person.

FoodViewsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Cedar Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Cedar Coffee Company

Cedar Coffee Company is a laid-back spot for a casual coffee and light meal, offering a dog-friendly patio. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit, spending around $10-25 per person, perfect for a relaxed start to the day or a mid-day break.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
190° Coffee And Tea

Lincoln Park

190° Coffee And Tea

This coffee shop is good for a quick, inexpensive stop for a drink and a small bite. It could be a relaxing start to a morning or a quiet break during the day.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Wussow's Concert Cafe

Spirit Valley

Wussow's Concert Cafe

Wussow's Concert Cafe is good for a casual evening out to catch live music with coffee or drinks, suitable for an hour or two. Expect to spend $10-35 per person for a drink and maybe a snack.

FoodLive musicShopping
$10–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar

Downtown - Waterfront

Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar

This New American restaurant is suitable for a date night or special occasion dinner, possibly before or after a movie or art event. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace

Lincoln Park

Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace

Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace is good for a casual breakfast or lunch stop, perhaps before or after exploring Duluth's sights. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Boat Club Restaurant

East Hillside

Boat Club Restaurant

This is a good spot for a dinner with lake views, offering seafood and steaks. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $35-75 per person. It could pair with a walk along the waterfront before or after.

FoodCocktailsViews
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
OMC Smokehouse

Lincoln Park

OMC Smokehouse

OMC Smokehouse is a lively spot for barbecue and drinks, suitable for a casual meal or a gathering. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$45 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Grandma's Saloon & Grill

Canal Park

Grandma's Saloon & Grill

Grandma's Saloon & Grill is a relaxed spot for American comfort food and drinks. It's good for a casual family meal or a low-key date, typically lasting 1-2 hours and costing $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Duluth Grill

Lincoln Park

Duluth Grill

Duluth Grill is a solid spot for a casual breakfast, brunch, or lunch, offering comfort food in a relaxed setting. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person, making it suitable for a family meal or a solo stop.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Bellisio’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar

Canal Park

Bellisio’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar

Bellisio’s is a destination for a relaxed Italian dinner, featuring an extensive wine list and an outdoor patio. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with an average cost of $30-$75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Dunn Brothers Coffee

Endion

Dunn Brothers Coffee

This is a good spot for a casual coffee break, a quick breakfast, or a light lunch. It works well as a solo stop, or to meet a friend, typically costing $5-15 per person for about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Silos Restaurant

Downtown - Waterfront

Silos Restaurant

Silos Restaurant offers American tavern fare with harbor views, suitable for a casual meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews
$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Perk Place Coffeehouse

Kenwood

Perk Place Coffeehouse

A typical coffee shop visit for a quick bite or a warm drink, taking about an hour and costing under $15 per person. Good for starting your day or a casual stop between errands.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Tavern on the Hill

Chester Park

Tavern on the Hill

Tavern on the Hill is a relaxed spot for casual American and wood-fired pizza, suitable for a meal that lasts about an hour and a half and costs around $15-$35 per person. It pairs well with a scenic drive or a visit to nearby Duluth attractions.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
At Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe

Chester Park

At Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe

At Sara's Table Chester Creek Cafe is a farm-to-table restaurant suitable for a meal or drinks with family or a date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-$50 per person on a visit.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$25–$50 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Northern Waters Smokehaus

Canal Park

Northern Waters Smokehaus

Northern Waters Smokehaus is a good stop for a casual lunch, offering gourmet sandwiches and smoked fish. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $15-30 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 28 of the 83 analyzed Duluth places fit food & drink.
  • 4% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 36% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Quiet, Romantic, Scenic.

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