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    Red Paddle Bistro

    4.1 (13 reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    My husband and I went almost twice a day during our 3 day stay at the BWCA.

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    Our Place

    Our Place

    4.2
    (20 reviews)
    51.7 mi
    $$

    On-line maps place this further west along Hefflefinger road; it is actually right where that road…read morebranches off from highway 1, just south of the Baptism river. You can park in front of the door, but when there's a crowd, most people park along Hefflefinger's shoulders. While they don't accept credit cards, they do have an ATM so you can get cash. I believe they also take checks. The food is very good; we had lunch and breakfast on separate days. Breakfast is only served until 11 AM, but is worth the effort. The menu is not huge, but you have a good sampling of items, and whatever you get will be tasty and served hot. While you wait for your food, or if you are just hanging around, you can purchase t-shirts, hoodies, and other such clothing; play a game of pool; listen to music on the juke box; admire the collection of Lake Superior agates on display; or look at the pictures of moose or the moose antler artwork on display. A bulletin board in the entry has cards for local businesses and services, too. While the place isn't elegant, it is fantastic as a local restaurant to get good food and relax.

    We visited with a group for lunch and unfortunately it did not meet our expectations. The food took…read morea very long time to come out (around 45 minutes) and it seemed to mostly be frozen food items made in the fryer - very institutional tasting. Maybe the breakfast is where they shine, but I'd recommend looking for somewhere else to have lunch in the area.

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    North woods decor
    North woods decor
    Yummy Home Style Food!! Chili Omelette!
    Yummy Home Style Food!! Chili Omelette!
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    Traditional Breakfast!!!
    Gun Flint Tavern

    Gun Flint Tavern

    3.5
    (281 reviews)
    30.1 mi
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    As we continue our motorhome journey, we are staying in Grand Marais for three nights. Nice walk…read morefrom campground into town. We decided to go up to the Raven's Nest. Was surprised to see some live music taking place. The guitar player was so good, we closed the place. The bartender was very good. I started with two Old Fashions and his pours were very good, but this comes with a price. Cant remember the exact price, but considering the pour, not a bad deal. We ended up having several more drinks...we were into the whole vibe! Had some great conversations. Here's the kicker...got up the next morning and I was missing a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses. I looked everywhere. When we walked into town, I go into the Gun Flint and ask the bartender if she could check to see if anyone had found them. My wife and I were saying "right, in this day and time, who turns in a pair of found Ray Bans". The bartender, i think her name was Jennica, took the time to check in the office and then go upstairs to the Nest. I was in shock that she came back with my sunglasses! The guy who cleans up at night (Lennie?) found them and turned them in. The music was great, the drinks were great. Service was excellent.

    We spent Friday and Saturday evenings at the bar for dinner, and what stood out most wasn't just…read morethe great food--it was the people. My husband loved the walleye, and everything we had was excellent. Sitting at the bar gave us a chance to watch your team in action. The food runners were so jolly and so interested in making sure you got exactly what you ordered. We noticed the same dishwasher working incredibly hard both nights, and it was obvious that every person plays an important role. The friendly bartenders, servers, kitchen staff, and support staff all worked together seamlessly with genuine pride and teamwork. Great restaurants don't happen by accident. It's clear the manager has built a culture where everyone supports one another and truly cares about the guest experience. We travel extensively, and seeing a team like this is rare. Gun Flint Tavern is a place we always recommend to anyone visiting Grand Marais, and after another wonderful weekend, we'll continue doing exactly that. We can't wait to come back!

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    Barrel aged craft cocktails - I started with the Manhattan and never wavered.
    Barrel aged craft cocktails - I started with the Manhattan and never wavered.
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    Red Paddle Bistro - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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