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    Island Lake Inn

    3.1 (20 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Bars, Burgers
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Tasty fresh food. Great service. Sausage, eggs and toast were cooked perfectly. I didn't expect the big sausage patties and thick fresh bread. Put this place on your list!

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    Anchor Bar - Between the three dollar pitchers and the pile of meat in the Gallybuster. You won't leave here unsatisfied like she does!

    Anchor Bar

    3.9(397 reviews)
    20.8 mi
    $

    Best burgers in the area. Staff friendly. Go early, it gets busy fast. Lots of history here.read more

    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.

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    Anchor Bar - ANCHOR bar's famous bacon burger with fries and sautéed onions added

    ANCHOR bar's famous bacon burger with fries and sautéed onions added

    Anchor Bar - The Ole standby...pitcher of beer for the table

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    Fitger's Brewhouse Brewery and Grille - Beef barley

    Fitger's Brewhouse Brewery and Grille

    4.1(751 reviews)
    16.8 mi
    $$

    The service here was spot on. Our server was extremely attentive and was not bothered at all when I…read morekept asking for jalapenos. It was a bit chilly today, but those pickled jalapenos really helped. The seating was nice. It's great it was dog friendly, but I would recommend going on a warmer day, Iif you're bringing your furry friends. We had the bbq burger(added jalapenos) w/onion rings and poutine. I usually end up not liking the poutine at places, but will try it. Here, I actually really liked it, and will definitely get it again. The same for the onion rings, they were crispy and not too greasy. We also got the inhouse made root beer. That was quite good as well.

    You know what shopping can be exhausting! at the Fitger's building. Located right on the bike path…read moreon Lake Superior this place offers a bit of nostalgia, scenic views, shopping, and eating and drinking. I can wax poetic about wandering around the building but, that can be for another time. The brewhouse is a cool place to hang after you've become weary of hitting all the shops on Canal street. Nestled in the old brewery you will experience first and foremost some solid beers (take some crowlers home with you), and some decent food. I think we at lunch here three times? I think one kind of gets tricked into eating here. One starts with a couple beers, then an appetizer, and the next thing you know, you're onto an entree without giving it a second thought. Honestly, I don't think I had anything or tasted anything that was bad. My favorites here are: 1. Poutine: fries, cheese curds, bacon and gravy? that is always a winner. 2. Elote Dip is super good. I'd fight somebody for the last scoop of the dip. 3. the Pretzels are good. Love the cheese sauce....I would ask for mustard too, but that is just me. 4. Pimento Cheeseburger is a favorite like the little bit of kick it offers with the Jalapenos, and it was made medium rare for me to boot I did try a bit of the Wild Rice burger. It was OK, non-meat options are not my gig for a burger. the person who ordered this, truly enjoyed it. I also want to mention the their beer is fresh, well-made, and there is usually a taproom only beer available. I have missed it the last few years but, they had a barleywine that was outstanding. I hope that comes back. If you're in Duluth it is totally worth the stop. Eat some food, drink some beers, buy some merch and support this local treasure.

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    Fitger's Brewhouse Brewery and Grille - More seating

    More seating

    Fitger's Brewhouse Brewery and Grille - Chicken quesadilla

    Chicken quesadilla

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    Carmel Delight

    OMC Smokehouse - Beef brisket - a tad dry/dense, and killer sides - baked beans and mashed sweet potatoes with a sweet crunch.  Very yummy!

    OMC Smokehouse

    4.5(711 reviews)
    18.3 mi
    $$

    I've been quite a few times for take-out and once for dine in. Service inside is great with…read morefriendly staff. You get a side of pork skin to start, yum! The food is generally really good and full of smoke. I love their fried ribs but I probably will ask for the sauce on the side next time. It can be overwhelmingly saucy. It's a very great atmosphere with a beautiful smell There is outdoor seating as well. I liked the vibes!

    In Summary: This is the best BBQ you are going to find in Duluth and the North Shore. So, stop…read moresearching and drop by here on your way up. The Details: For those of you who know me, you know I take a Bar B Que review seriously. So here goes! The Service was outstanding! Admittedly, people are nice in Duluth, but Sarah F went above and beyond. We should have been a terrible table for her... two dudes, a little girl, and a dog. However, she was gracious and patient, right from the start. When we treated her well and started talking BBQ, she brought out the team. Thank you to the front manager Sam who chatted us up. A special thank you to pitmaster Josh and Sean who rolled up their sleeves and talked Turkey.... Literally!!! The ambiance is perfect! Shaded outdoor space during the day was a huge plus! It was perfect! On to the food.... This is a traditional Southern Pride propane/wood smoked BBQ. I am personally not a fan of these smokers, but OMC did well. I found the St louis ribs to be the best cook of them all, with perfect tenderness. The brisket has solid seasoning with plenty pepper. The poblano corn was a fun side! Overall, a great little find in Duluth.

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    OMC Smokehouse - Bar area in main dinning room

    Bar area in main dinning room

    OMC Smokehouse - Pork skin

    Pork skin

    OMC Smokehouse - Drinks to celebrate. Cheers!!!

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    Drinks to celebrate. Cheers!!!

    Big Daddy's Burgers - Big daddy challenge

    Big Daddy's Burgers

    4.3(122 reviews)
    17.2 mi
    $

    I had the grandma burger off the senior menu, Just the right size for me. It was cooked perfectly…read moreand they have homemade fries. Service was great.

    Accidentally found this place on maps. Tip: always zoom in and out in an area when looking for food…read moreas the buttons seem to pop at different "elevations". SO glad I stopped. I had the special, a simple cheeseburger and fries. Simple it was not. This will now be my go-to place for a burger whenever I'm in town. The burger is never frozen, the fries are real and fresh cut (but they do it right and soak them in water). OMG, I was expecting a typical flat little burger and a half a dozen bites of fries...oh no, bring your appetite my friend! The burger was juicy and thick but also fully cooked. The fries were divine! They were golden brown with a perfect crisp, skin on for flavor, and not too skinny nor thick AND didn't leave me wanting more. I ALWAYS want more fries. I made the mistake of saying "no" to tomato and lettuce and onion. They are usually a little limp leaf of nearly white lettuce and a paper thin slice of lacy flavorless wet tomato. Nope, not here. I saw them preparing other baskets as I was sitting at the counter awaiting my order...the fixings were thick, bright, and crunchy! Don't skip it. I'm also super excited to try their other dinner selections like meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy. I have a hunch the potatoes won't be instant. I'm curious about breakfast too, although I'm never in town that early. They have a small selection of desserts as well. They also serve my favorite root beer, 1919, along with 1919 cream soda which I didn't even know they had! Just like the quality and quantity of food, the service is what I remember it used to be. I was greeted with a genuine warm and welcome smile. I wad given an appropriate amount of time to decide before being pestered multiple times. My questions were answered without a look of annoyance and I wasn't made to feel like a bother. The small talk was personable and appropriate. Service sets the tone and I felt comfortable and belonging. The ONLY reason I didn't give it 5 stars was it kinda yucked me out nobody wore gloves at any point. Grabbing fistful of potatoes out of a bucket of water would require a type of dishwashing glove, and I get that they are fried in hot oil so that didn't bother me as much. It was more the handling the raw fixings without gloves and noting that the lettuce (as beautiful as it was), and I'm assuming the other vegetables, we're not washed prior. I don't think many restaurants do for the reason of preparation speed and ingredient longevity. That part bothers me everywhere because all I can think of is pesticides and germs. I don't typically end on a less than positive note but, I knew this one was going to be lengthy and people's attention spans short. I lied, I will say this...I left very happy and satisfied and NOT smelling of grease! In summary, GO!

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    Big Daddy's Burgers - The kitchen

    The kitchen

    Big Daddy's Burgers - Big Daddy's 1/2 burger with a fried egg

    Big Daddy's 1/2 burger with a fried egg

    Big Daddy's Burgers - Entrance

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    Entrance

    Duluth Grill - Kids' Griddle Combo Had to include my daughter's huge pancake from the kids menu! lol

    Duluth Grill

    4.6(1.3k reviews)
    18.8 mi
    $$

    My son and I were visiting Duluth this past weekend and had breakfast at Duluth Grill, Sunday,…read more5/31. We had checked reviews and saw there were some reviews indicating this restaurant was not as good as it used to be. We decided to see for ourselves as the menu, other positive reviews sounded like it was an incredibly good place to go. It is. It was. It was busy, being a Sunday morning especially, but the staff was handling it all well from our perspective . I used to manage restaurants a long time ago and was impressed with the flow. Our waitress, Natalie, was delightful, knew the menu well to describe and answer questions, and we were not wanting for anything. She checked on us, always grinning and managing the iace well. I had the banana bread pancakes. A perfect choice ! They came and looked like a picture stacked up and flowing down with Carmel, maple bourbon syrup, marzcapone cream and nuts. So delicious. I took half home and enjoyed the rest later. Heated up perfectly with a 20 second zap in micro. My son had the corn beef hash skillet and said his was just as good as mine. We both agreed that we had no idea why reviews were negative, especially going on a busy morning. We will be going back every time we visit. I recommend you do too.

    We love the Duluth Grill. I still miss the old, bigger menu…read more My husband always orders a more traditional breakfast and he really liked it. Today I went for the Blueberry Yum Yum which is a chicken sandwich with blueberry compote and jalapenos. They make their own compote and are almost out so hurry while you can to try this item. Very good and very messy but the combo worked surprisingly well. Don't miss the hashbrowns as they are truly excellent. And the Local tea is always a favorite with honey and lemon. Free parking. Cynthia S. did a great job serving us today.

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    Duluth Grill - Patio Plants

    Patio Plants

    Duluth Grill - Everything Skillet, Bacon, and Bang Bang Cucumbers

    Everything Skillet, Bacon, and Bang Bang Cucumbers

    Duluth Grill - Bibimbap Bowl and maple oat latte.

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    Bibimbap Bowl and maple oat latte.

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