I stopped by Thirsty Pagan in Superior after a long road trip, and it was exactly what I needed…read more The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, making it a great place to unwind after being on the road. I ordered the calzone, which was delicious and definitely lived up to the recommendations, and the drinks were just as good. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and helped me with some great menu options. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'd definitely stop by again the next time I'm in the area.

This was a busy place midafternoon on a Saturday, but service was fast and pleasant the whole…read morewhile. My husband tried their beer while I had a blueberry smash, a seasonal drink, which I loved. We shared the TPB #1, a hot and cheesy bread, as live music played nearby, the musicians fantastic and the songs familiar. We were still able to talk without a problem. We really enjoyed our stop here.

I had heard great things about Bent Paddle Brewing's taproom - and it did not disappoint. A huge…read morestage with music set up outside and the inside was extremely expansive. Bent Paddle Brewing Company is a family-owned and operated craft brewery and taproom in Duluth, Minnesota. The brewery opened in May 2013 and uses Lake Superior water to brew it's beers and hemp beverages. Bent Paddle's mission is to create a unique craft beer experience while also being sustainable for the business, employees, environment, and community. And they deliver on it all. I got a flight to enjoy some of their more limited offerings. Munchin Pretzels: An Oktoberfest beer brewed with traditional German Malts and Hops. I get toasted bread malt character with a bit of sweetness, but rounded out by a hop bitterness. The malt profile is definitely the forefront and I wished I had a pretzel to go with it. Infinity Stuf: An Oatmeal Stout that they went all out with 100 pounds of Oreos. Nutty oatiness, chocolate, and medium fullness. I appreciate it not being a Pastry Stout, but still get lots of Oreo character. A Beer of Their Own: A Hoppy Pale Ale brewed in collaboration with a Bar Of Their Own in the Twin Cities. Tropical fruit forward - primarily melon and cantaloupe, with a nice finish. Stratarado: A Hoppy Pale Ale brewed with Strata and El Dorado (get the name?). Tropical fruit, pineapple, some sweetness on the tongue. Liked this one a lot. ______

We took a hike before we got here and it was a pretty warm day. There were very nice shaded tables…read more We could get water for the dogs. One person working here also brought them dog biscuits. We tried beer that appealed to us and we weren't disappointed. There were two food trucks serving different types of food. The merchandise was well stocked and had some unique things.

Place was a hidden but not so hidden gem. After a day of hiking it was a great spot to get a beer…read moreand fresh pizza and Brussel sprouts. The thin crust of the pizza perfectly pairs with the toppings you choose. This place is definitely underrated. Yes there may be few beer choices on tap choice; however, let's be honest when there's a huge extensive menu it makes it really hard to narrow it down sometimes. Loved the ambiance and service was great. Definitely will be back.

After MTB Lester park had to stop by for a refreshment. Nice place and plenty of drink options but…read morebrewery is a little deceiving.... Didn't have many beer options although what they had was good. To me the more relaxed brewery vibe was missing and you couldn't sample any of the beers. Food menu also looked good but a little on the expensive side. Over all felt like this place was trying to be a fancy restaurant/ cocktail place and a casual brewery. Nothing was bad but probably wouldn't go out of my way to go back.

A great big bar is central to the space, which was quite busy midafternoon on a Saturday. Dark…read morevibes, pull tabs, and TVs turned to pickleball and WPGA set the mood. My husband ordered a flight, which I sampled, too. Good beers and just a nice social space.

I had a great experience here. It was mid week in early June, not very busy. The bartender had time…read moreto sit and chat with me. They have a huge outdoor seating area. The only food I think is frozen pizzas. Huge variety of beer on top. All the beer was good. I'll be back.

I was quite excited to see what Duluth has to offer on our recent first visit (especially as a fan…read moreof Bob Dylan's music). Researching different parks, restaurants, coffee places and breweries, Warrior's art caught my eye. Curious to try the beer behind the bottle, we had the chance to drop by on our way southbound to Minneapolis about a month ago. Despite being in a multi-business strip mall, Warrior commands its own space the second you walk in. The owner was incredibly laid-back and welcoming, offering suggestions base on taste palate and providing a couple of free small samples before committing. I'm open to try any style myself, from the lightest table beer to the most robust barrell-aged stout; Warrior's selection runs the gamut in bold, distinct contrast. I highly recommend the flight (even if you're not the biggest beer fan, you have to appreciate the sword-shaped serving board). Personal standouts were the Barbarian Imperial Stout (much less harsh or boozy than you might expect) and the Samurai Red IPA. A short drive southwest of downtown, don't miss Warrior on a trip through Duluth. I may have to battle that commute from STL to make another visit myself someday.

Great backstory. This is the location of the former Lake superior brewery. The beer was pretty…read moregood. Super friendly service. No food but a nice outdoor space, you can have dogs outside. Nice merch

I spent a long weekend eating and drinking my way around Duluth, and my favorite brewery we stopped…read moreat was Blacklist! It has such a fun atmosphere, but also a wide variety of great drinks!! I LOVED the seltzers, particularly the blueberry basil, but the peach hazy IPA and the Razz beer were also amazing! Also, their beers are on the stronger side so take note if you are trying to pace yourself! Now for the fun-- Blacklist also has axe throwing!! It is pretty affordable, too. It cost $100 for my group of 6 to play for an hour. The instructor was also super personable and helpful! He kept it safe but also super fun, and he was able to step in when someone needed help but hang out when we were doing okay on our own. He also ensured no one ever had an empty glass and everyone was having fun!! I would recommend Blacklist to absolutely anyone, and would totally come back when in Duluth!

We were doing our own brewery tour- going from one place to another. This was our last stop and I…read moredidn't really enjoy anything except their seltzer. I am not big on seltzers but it was tasty. The flight of beers I got were all SKUNKY. I hate that. It makes me wonder what happened?!?! I didn't finish any of them. They have some pinball games inside. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Looks like that have some food as well. It's a decent size space and there are many seats at the bar. I just wish I enjoyed their beer more.

Continuing our two month motorhome trip, we find ourselves in Superior, WI for five days. When I…read morefirst saw mention of Anchor Bar, I wondered if it was a location of the Anchor Bar and Grill in Buffalo, NY (IYKYK). It is not associated in any way. I persuaded my wife to go for an early dinner. I told her my perception was a "dive bar". She wasn't too pleased and I told her maybe an "eclectic bar" would be a better description. Yes...an eclectic bar. Cash only with an ATM at the ready with only a $2.50 service fee (my bank refunds all ATM service fees). We got the last two seats at the bar. There were two people working the bar and they were extremely welcoming, friendly, and attentive. We are from Texas and as soon as I open my mouth, you can see the "look" on their face. We both were very glad we went. My wife ordered the California burger and I ordered the mushroom and swiss cheese with the addition of sauteed onions and bacon. My burger was absolutely delicious. My wife really enjoyed hers, but mentioned she wished she had ordered it medium. The fries were obviously hand-cut and I assume on the premises...hot and delicious. Don't worry about plenty of ketchup. The bar had several, very large bottles of Heinz ketchup within easy reach. Plenty of rolls of paper towels. We ordered two Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy drafts; nice and cold. They use a very unique pint glass with a hole and magnet in the bottom. The glass is placed on the machine and it is enters through the bottom. Never have seen this before. Ambiance? Very eclectic with a nautical theme. I loved this place! Again, both servers at the bar were very attentive. Never walked by without asking is everything OK, or if there was anything we needed. This is a must when in Superior or Duluth. Would return again and I highly recommend.

This is a highly recommended place. We went and sat in a nook . They have very interesting decor…read more This is definitely a super dive bar which is not my thing. Everything looked super cute but there were coloring and crayon scribbles on everything. It was on the books, the tables the displays etc. I asked a local friend and they said this is normal. When the waitress went to take our drink orders she was ok slightly rude. We looked at our friend and he said they aren't known for their service and can be a little rude. I asked if it's like Dicks Last Resort and he laughed and said no. I think she was okay after that and was like a standard waitress at more restaurants after . I would just say dont expect bending over backwards to make the customer number 1 service . I'm okay with that. They have some very interesting and yummy selections for burgers . I got excited for a blue cheese Burger. I will say that my Pattie was very well done and the bun was on point. The blue cheese dressing top.... Not what I want for a blue cheese burger . I was expecting the blue cheese crumble. The fries... bomb! Definitely get fries. Do I want to go back? Maybe if can sit outside on a nice day. Sort of got the ick sitting inside but it's because I'm not a dive bar kind of girl.

Hoops is a gem of a brewery in Canal Park. The beer is always on point, and there's lots of space…read moreto hang out. On my last visit, I built my own flight. You pay by the glass, so you can try as many beers as you'd like! I tried the wood-smoked wheat, chili pepper ale, cranfest, and beermosa. They were all great, but the chili pepper was my favorite. It had a nice, spicy aftertaste. They don't have food (aside from pretzels and other bar snacks), but you can order outside food to enjoy with your drinks.

Self-guided US Hop Passport TourStop (I lost count) for MN, which is already a claimed state in the…read moreAmazing Brewery Race 2025 We stopped in on our HD Lake Superior Circle Tour for a break - it's cool, rainy, windy & foggy - good time for a brew! $8 / 2 after the Passport bogo I had the #99 Wood Smoked Hefe Hubs had #88 Stout - between both of our ratings for both brews, they came it a 4 average. Staff were nice enough & informative, including filling us in on their favorites & recommendations for other stops along our planned route. Which reminds me, time to move to the next stop

Fantastic pizza and some good beer too!…read more First time to this brewery and I already love it. The beer, the food, the atmosphere are all amazing. Can't say enough about the pizza. The crust is perfect, thin and slightly crispy while still being soft and chewy. The pizza sauce is so tasty without overdoing anything. I hate it when a pizza sauce is too acidic and you will not find that here. We really enjoyed all three of the pizzas we ordered. I don't want to overlook the beer. Excellent selection of craft beer. All different styles and flavors. I ordered the Oatmeal Stout and their Pils. Both were very good. Looking forward to going back to try more soon. They have a live music schedule, a kids area, excellent selection of games, and an outdoor patio. Highly recommend a visit to Ursa Minor!

Ursa Minor was another great stop on our pub crawl through Duluth. Even with the rainy weather, we…read morewere able to enjoy their covered patio while listening to live music, which made for a really relaxing atmosphere. The staff took the time to recommend beers based on what I was looking for, and every suggestion was spot on. Between the great service, live entertainment, and welcoming environment, it quickly became one of the highlights of the day. I'd definitely recommend making this a stop if you're exploring the local brewery scene.

We decided to have a little date night here on a Friday afternoon. It is a great place to hang out,…read morecatch up with a friend, and enjoy some entertainment. The lines were super short and the employees were very nice. The best part, I think, is that there is something to drink for every person in your group! They had a plethora of fun-named beers on tap, THC drinks, and their house made root beer was fantastic. We decided to bring our own food (some delicious Vitta Pizza) to eat with our delicious drinks. They did have a food truck outside and they also have a couple snacks, like pretzels, for purchase at the bar. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We sat by the fire and learned a new board game. Very cute brewery. Highly recommend.

This was a must-visit place for my husband. We were able to find a parking spot in the lot at 4:30…read moreon a Friday, but the lot was pretty tight. Many people were outside and on the deck on a nice June day. The ordering process was fast; my husband bought a flight, which he really enjoyed.