After seeing a piece on television about City Girl Coffee Company, she had my ear because I am a…read morediehard coffee drinker. But, I drink coffee like my adult drinks--what I like, I buy. Nothing to do with reputation, popularity or price, but strictly driven on taste and preference. Now, that I have my own job and my own check (20 years as a home maker), I have a little more disposable cash to endulge my personal hobbies. Coffee is one. So much so, I really considered opening a small independent coffee shop. Therefore, it goes without saying, I know about coffee--from soil to hot cup with cream. So when women entrepeneurs were showcased that morning, City Girl Coffee got my attention. Especially when she said beans are roasted and ground the same day. And she talked about the history of the parent company Alakef Coffee; a company started by her father because he wanted a good cup of coffee. Since I was running out of coffee and taking a trip to the Costco for my coffee takes planning and a 20 minute drive, I decided to give a go to Alakef. The worst that would happen is that the coffee was okay and I would freeze it as my emergency stash. The best, I would have a great cup of coffee. So I ordered a bag of French Roast (I like strong, dark coffee) and waited for its arrival. My coffee arrive the next week and I ordered ground because the convienence. When I sipped that first cup, I knew. Fresh roast, smooth taste, no bitter notes and great taste. Gentle but good coffee. Nothing harsh. My subscription for French Roast and Brazil ordered. My husband stopped drinking coffee about 3 years ago joined me in a cup--he takes his black. He vowed to get up in the morning and join me for coffee. Take aways: 1. If you like coffee and want the convience of home delivery give it a try. Subscription would cost you less than take out coffee anyday. 2. Smooth and not bitter coffee. The dark roast is not like Starbucks bold-gentle smooth taste without the harshness. 3. French Presh will yield the best flavor. Good luck and enjoy the coffee. To Alakef, thanks for making me happy in the morning. https://alakef.com/

If you like a darker espresso roast then this will suit you well. I'm not a second or third crack…read moreguy:)

Great coffee & iced chai tea on our bike ride around Port Wing! We just missed the live music they…read moreoffer, but that was okay since we had a nice talk with Jenny. They also offer a Airbnb downstairs too. Great service to locals and not-so-local (like ourselves). We relaxed under the maple tree in their lawn chairs and rested after biking. Great atmosphere!

Warm & inviting atmosphere, great coffee and a comfortable space to sip and chat. This is a lovely…read moreplace to stop on the South Shore.

Was hunting for any open coffee shop (hopeful for pastry too) on New Year's day and stumbled upon…read morethis bakery. They had a huge variety of pastries and breads and I went with a Caramel Pecan Roll and a Ham & Cheese Croissant, both very yummy tho the roll could've easily been shared by one or two more people. I also got a Caramel Latte which I didn't have high hopes for because this place looked like primarily a bakery but I was pleasantly surprised, it was decently good. I will certainly stop here again if I am ever in need of a baked good in Duluth but there were a couple "We can refuse service to anyone" signs that gave a slightly weird vibe to an otherwise warm and friendly looking place.

This place is a 10/10. We got the Caramel latte. It was super delicious! My fiancé got the caramel…read moreroll and I got the ham and cheese croissant! Both delicious! The croissant was super buttery and flaky! And the caramel roll was perfect! The owners were so nice and friendly! And as soon as you open the door the smell of bread hits you! So delicious!

Fika Coffee is an absolute must stop if you're traveling along the North Shore. Truly a gem…read more They roast their beans in house, and I highly recommend grabbing a bag to take home. The coffee is excellent, especially the lattes, which are incredibly smooth and rich in flavor. The maple latte is my go to and honestly perfection. The shop itself has such cozy, welcoming vibes. The staff is genuinely friendly to both visitors and regulars, which makes the experience feel warm and relaxed. Service is quick but never rushed. There isn't a ton of seating, but it's a fantastic place to grab a coffee before heading out on a scenic drive. They also sell artwork, apparel, stickers, coffee beans, and other fun local items, which adds to the charm. Overall, amazing coffee, kind people, and one of those places that makes a North Shore trip even better.

The maple latte was good in that it is not overly sweet like other lattes or drinks that use maple…read moresyrup to flavor it. Next time I would order the vanilla latte that my partner got as I could taste the coffee more. But I highly recommend getting their light roasted coffee beans from Peru as that has been my go to light roasted bean for making espresso shots to pour over a cup of hot oat milk and vanilla infused honey. The combination of all three ingredients creates an amazing latte that's nutty but not astringent from the beans, creamy and complimenting the nuttiness in the coffee is the oat milk, and sweetness along with a smooth after taste from the honey coating your throat. *Fika also has a website online that will ship coffee beans to you.*

Aesthetically cute coffee shop in Canal Park. It is located on the 2nd floor of the DeWitt-Seitz…read moreMarketplace. It is next to a candle and gift shop and has a few tables for seating. Basic coffee drinks as well as some seasonal drink options. I prefer homemade syrups and they did not have that but there were quite a few flavoring options. For milks they had whole, oat, and almond to choose from.

This is one of the cutest coffee shops we've explored! The coffee was delicious and the service was…read moregreat. There was a sitting are for guests to enjoy their coffee and variety of food items. What was unique and so interesting about this coffee shop was the back area where different vendors had all sorts of merchandise for sale. There were everything from used goods to hand made arts and crafts. It was so fun walking through and seeing all the wonderful things! If you're driving through Moose Lake, make sure you stop by! It's a great spot!

This was a great stop on our way from Minneapolis to Duluth. We were excited to see they make a…read morebreve coffee. It was very good. We also bought a slice of coffee cake which was moist and delicious. The staff was nice, the bathrooms were clean and we bought some lovely soaps in the gift shop.

This place has been popping up all over my for you page so as we made our way up north we decided…read moreto stop. It was about an hour before closing so wasn't busy at all which was nice. The outdoor space is beautiful and the main reason I wanted to check it out. Lots of table in and outside, pet friendly too! Unfortunately, my coffee was just okay. I added caramel syrup since I prefer a sweeter drink, but I couldn't really taste the caramel.

My coffee was amazing. I decided to come here after searching up coffee shops in the area. It's…read moreattached next to a bike shop and has outdoor seating. However, it was super cold so I opted to go inside. They had a good menu with plenty of drink and food options. I got a latte with a breakfast sandwich. The sandwich was good, however I felt the English muffin had too much butter and couldn't finish it. Other than that, I enjoyed my visit there.

Stopped here on our way from Lusten ski hill to Duluth to get some coffee…read more I'll he sign says White Pine Market and Gold Eagle Coffee co. I had Havana and fiancée had Traverse specialty drink. Traverse cherry drink was the best of the 2. Very good. The store/market part is little vendor spaces. Cute place but you could tell they were short a worker as there was no one at retail stuff check out area. Have to check out for them in different are than ordering coffee. Also have coffee drive-thru.

Very cute spot! Has a drive thru for coffee and food. Tried the Boston iced coffee which was goodread more

While visiting in town came across this small cozy restaurant. They are right off the main street…read morewhich makes it very easy to find. Love the atmosphere the decorations inside super cute. Everybody looks like they're enjoying their meal and conversations. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I like the fact that they're on task when a table leaves the place. They clean up really quick, which is awesome because they seem to be very busy. My server SHELBY was awesome very nice and attentive. I ended ordering the harvest hash for breakfast. This is absolutely so delicious and perfect for someone who just wants to keep it as a clean healthy meal. The flavor is perfect. You can taste how fresh every single vegetable is. That amount of butter was well balance There's a delicate kind of sweet and sour harmony that makes this dish completely delicious I will definitely come back to this place again. Whenever visit in Minnesota. Thanks Shelby for making this experience even more enjoyable with your great service. My compliments to however is cooking in that kitchen!

Great spot for breakfast. Loved the pancakes. It is also a great spot for families with small…read morechildren.

Went to Two Harbors tonight for a basketball game and left Duluth early to grab a bite to eat…read morebeforehand. I've heard of this pizza place several times and have been meaning to give it a try. My dad and I walked in and we were greeted by a very pleasant and polite gal who made us feel right at home immediately. I didn't have my readers so I couldn't see the menu and just ordered a sausage and pepperoni pizza. The place had a nice vibe and while she was making pizzas the gal was still interacting with us. The pizza came out of the oven and served in about 15 minutes. Piping hot and cooked just enough on the well done side to be perfect. The first bite burned my mouth, my fault for not waiting. Each bite after that was amazing. The pizza crust was thin, crunchy, but light and airy almost. I've not experienced that type of crust before. The sauce had a distinct flavor that was top notch and the sausage was flavorful but not overbearing. I looked at my dad and said this is probably the best pizza I've ever had. He said the same thing. Highly recommend this place if you're stopping in Two Harbors, passing through or just decide to drive up like we will be doing next week to try another.

Just found one of my favorite pizzas I've ever had... this place was fire! I mean they home make…read moretheir own dough, make their own sauce, and their own ranch. I'm only sad because I wish this place was close to where I live, but I'm absolutely going here every time I am up north! They work like a well oiled machine and crank out these incredible pizzas. I also loved how they folded the crust so that you still get some sauce inside. SO GOOD! Great service as well and super friendly. Cute diner! They had a really unique selection, as well, and if you want to try more than one you can do half and half even if they have different sauces!. And we even bought some cute things from the gift shop. Thank you!!