The food was largely amazing in a good way. The service was particularly disappointing. Our meal…read moretook over two hours, and it very much seemed that the staff believed "sorry we are busy" and a free desert would make it all better. More details below. The food was excellent, except for the falafel. I've never had falafel before that wasn't crispy on the outside. I'm not sure if the dish sat for a while before being served, or if The Pines simply serves it non-crispy. It was soggy. The great food included: Chicken, Scampi, Sea Bass, Walleye Tempura, Popovers, Potatoes, Beets, Cauliflower. All of these were excellent and everyone at our table was so pleased. The service: I'm not sure if I will return. It is unlikely. Our initial round of food appeared very quickly. Things slowed down after that. The rest of the food took an eternity to arrive. I truly considered asking for the bill and leaving before our mains, but we were treating friends. My tiny water glass kept going empty, and finally someone asked if we would like a carafe of water. Yes, yes indeed. Beverages were in general slow. We were told that we would receive a free desert, and asked for the menu. When she came to see what we might order, we had to ask for the menu a second time. More slow. What fun. I privately let our server know I was quite disappointed prior to the bill arriving. I was crystal clear before we ordered that I was to receive the bill. The bill was left on the table with one of my guests. I provided my credit card, and again the bill was left with my female guest. Did you even look at my name on the card (an obviously male name).

I am sad that I live so far away from Grand Rapids because that means that I don't get to enjoy…read morethis delicious restaurant nearly enough! The restaurant itself is bright and inviting, the staff is super attentive and friendly and the food is fresh and innovative. Their Risotto was one of my favorite dishes I have ever had and I am still dreaming about the popovers. There is also a speakeasy in the basement and the drinks are delicious! Upscale workout being stuffy. Loved everything about our visit!

The Rathskeller is a genuine underground gem -- the kind of place that feels like a well-kept…read moresecret the moment you step through the door. Tucked beneath Duluth's old City Hall, this historic cellar bar delivers pure speakeasy magic. The bluestone walls, warm low lighting, and intimate scale create an atmosphere that is equal parts romantic, mysterious, and effortlessly cool. You half expect a password or a trapdoor. Instead you get a welcoming, dimly lit lounge that feels like it was designed for conversations and great drinks. The artisan craft cocktails are the real star. The mixologists here know their craft -- balanced, thoughtful, and beautifully presented. From classic riffs (a proper Old Fashioned done right) to more inventive house creations, every drink shows care and skill. It's the kind of bar where you can confidently order "bartender's choice" and end up with something memorable. The whiskey selection is impressive too, but the cocktails are what keep you coming back for another round. Live acoustic covers (and the occasional original) tunes elevate the whole experience. The performances stay at the perfect volume -- present enough to set a sophisticated mood without overpowering conversation. For this night, the music fit the room like it was made for these stone walls. It turns a great cocktail into a full evening. If you're looking for an intimate night out with excellent drinks, live music that actually enhances the vibe, and that rare speakeasy feeling that doesn't feel forced, The Rathskeller is hard to beat. Highly recommended for date nights, quiet celebrations, or simply escaping the ordinary for a few hours underground.

There was nearby parking and it was the weekend so it was free which is nice. The entrance was…read morestraight forward and immediately the decor and lighting had a fun ambiance. Seating originally was full house but luckily after a lap around, we were able to find a seat. Service was timely given the packed crowd and the staff was very accommodating and kind. They never made us feel rushed and was kind to give us some information about the history of the building. There was apparently another bar on the upper floor but when we visited it wasn't open. The drink list had a lot of options so it was easy to find a few options to try. There was even artwork (many were Duluth focused) from what I'm assuming is from local artists that were for sale which I thought was a nice touch!

Absolutely incredible drinks! This was the best espresso martini I've had! A nice spot with various…read moresearing options like tables, bar seats, and cozy couches. Our bartender was so kind and willing to accommodate to special requests and every drink she brought out was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend dropping in for a drink or two!

I've been wanting to try this place for a while but we're usually in Crosby in the morning. Not my…read moreideal time for a cocktail, and besides, they are closed then. Knowing it would likely be the spring when I'm back again we made a special trip to celebrate my nephew's birthday. Cool vibe inside. Lots of black on black, which I like. Music was 80's rock, which I don't like, but appropriate for who was in there. The barkeeps were very good - friendly and made excellent cocktails. My nephew and I had smoked old fashioneds (his first!) and my sister had a margarita. We all agreed they were delicious. I'd very happily come back here! Recommend.

Always a fun meal, one of the best on the range, all the way to Canada and beyond to the coastal…read moreregions to reach 85 characters!

This was such a great experience!! Wait staff was AMAZING! A very rowdy, very disrespectful group…read moreof men were in at the same time and they handled the group with such grace and still managed to make our experience excellent. The food was and drinks were tasty! This place was a whole tiki bar vibe in the middle of nowhere - so cool - and not in a tacky way. It's actually quite fun and you feel like you've been transported to a different climate entirely! Will return!

The food is amazing! Homemade soups are out of this world! The wait staff so warm and kind! Pizza…read moreis to live for! This is our go to place! Never been disappointed!!

This bar/restaurant was a great choice for dinner. We sat in the back where there are nice booths…read moreto allow conversation. I chose the bacon chicken ranch salad. You can have your chicken grilled or fried and I chose grilled. It comes with a warmed breadstick. All the ingredients were fresh. It was a nice lighter meal and a good portion size. We ended the meal with the chocolate lava cake with ice cream. It was quite tasty and presented well. Very pretty. Our server was amazing. She was so efficient and every request was done with urgency. So much energy. All the staff were welcoming. One gentleman had his water glass slip off the table and everyone came to help clean it up quickly. So thankful the Copper Nickel is open on Tue as so many other restaurants are often closed Mon and Tue in the area.

We were traveling north and needed to stop for lunch. Stumbled on this little gem. The outdoor…read morepatio is so cute, the menu was much larger than just pizza, they serve mixed drinks, not just beer, and our server Ezra was amazing! Very attentive, checked back often, and brought our dog water. Food was great and we couldn't have been more pleased with the whole experience! We will be back!

The food good but we were expecting much better. The steak was a little chewy. The blackened…read morewalleye was dry and the rice pilaf was not edible. The best thing was the truffle cauliflower with Parmesan. The service average, not very attentive and while she was clearing the appetizer plate, she dribbled maple syrup all over the table and our winter coat.

Solid Food, Solid Service…read more Our party ordered across burgers, sandwiches, and dinner menu. Everyone was happy. The service was quick, and helpful with menu questions. They even came to ask whether we needed to have them close some blinds. Nice personal attention! Recommend

Great food and friendly staff. Definitely will be back! They have plenty of seating with a…read moreclean warm atmosphere.

Enjoyed it. We've…read morebeen coming to Jade Fountain once a year when we're in the area visiting our son, for several years now. We've always ordered their Old Fashioned, so tonight was no exception. I wasn't too fond of the bourbon used but the drink was well made and was on a nice big ice cube. The vibe here is "speakeasy" in my opinion. Each time we've been here, there's only one person working and he stays busy. But he is very efficient, so we've never waited long for our drinks. One room here has a small stage and PA setup. We've never been here when they had entertainment. But they always have music on in the background for ambiance. Thanks Jade Fountain for capping off our week-long visit to Duluth. See you next time.

The ambiance is amazing here. I live for a vibe and you can sense the vibe the second you walk in…read more Amazing drinks with umbrellas, tap beer, pull tabs, old school jukebox, comedy, and live music!! They know what they're doing here to keep the fun alive. I recommend checking out for a low key evening with someone special. They have so many cool things to look at hanging throughout the space, on top of events!

bar owner is a good guy. the manager on the other hand is very rude and selfish all about herself…read morenot the business. if you don't know her your service goes down hill and even worse off she cant keep personal personal and business business. manager treats other staff horrible. manager cannot take criticism about herself and if she hears it she takes it out on the other staff as she's so "perfect" do not recommend until Dani is replaced

I've never been to a bar where I was just like this is my bar I like this bar. Service was…read morespectacular a little sass but what do you expect. Drinks were better than average. Atmosphere was very fun and electric.

Had a great experience making our own wine! Great location close to the brained lakes area! The…read moreowner Sharon is very knowledgeable and has many unique varieties of wine to choose from! The shop is adorable, many unique gifts! Great girls trip idea! Our wine was delicious and I can't believe we still have 29 bottles to drink this winter!!

From the owner: We are wine making on premise business that offers customers a choice to craft their favorite wine…read morefor a fraction of the cost of store bought wines. One kit produces approximately 30. Our store also carries unique wine related accessories and gift item.