We love Va Bene. The enclosed solarium is perfect with a beautiful view of Lake Superior…read more Try the Peach Bellini, it is a delight. I confess, I almost always order the Gnocchi with Gorgonzola cream sauce. I add shrimp and mushrooms. Little pillows of heaven. Awesome. Next time I am going to order another dish as my husband's choices have been stellar too. And don't skip dessert. The cannelloni is delicious and the gelato amazing too. You can even pick 2 flavors. Service is friendly and fun.

What we ordered - Prosciutto crostini…read more Shrimp Alfredo Gorgonzola peperoncino* Pomodoro E Polpette Di Carne Arrabiata Al Padre Ricardo* NA sage gimlet Mm everything was delicious, freshly made pasta and everything jam packed with flavor** both of our dishes had a good portion of spice and Tony's Gorgonzola pasta was creamy slightly sweet from the peppers with a little spice in the sauce and from the sausage and the perfect amount of crunch from the almonds on top. I loved the prosciutto topped with Gorgonzola and fig - it's the best combination. Ian was our server he was awesome, thankfully we were able to get a table today, the last time we went on a whim they were slammed so I highly recommend you make reservations. Our reservation was at 4:30 around 5 they dimmed the lights - setting the vibes, I love that. Great experience!

Conveniently located in Canal Park which allows you to enjoy a nice ice cream stroll by the lake…read moreafter a dinner! Counter service with seating inside and outside. Very busy with a line even 10 minutes before closing. Service was quick and I didn't feel rushed to pick my flavor. Samples were delicious. I ended up getting the salted caramel and a rhubarb flavor. Decently large scoops for the price. Could do without the wooden spoon

Get the egg crate! We got six large scoops of ice cream for $14. It's a deal. We did not finish all…read moreour ice cream without help from others haha. The line was long but it moves fast. They have restrooms. They have parking that is sorta metered but you park and send a text and you validate your parking inside the shop. It gives you about two hours free! They have a ton of merch for sale. They even do specialty coffees. They have non alcoholic drinks. Flavors change. They have a board that's up to date as well as their website. You can try anything. They have some vegan and some dairy free. We loved the salted caramel and peanut butter and jelly. The coffee crunch was good too. And the chocolate peanut butter. The lucky charms and mint chip were my least favorites but hey everyone likes something different. Great service. Great value. We will be back.

Best Malts on the Big Lake!! We love the Portland Malt Shop!! They now accept card payments too!!!!…read moreYay!!

The Portland Malt Shoppe is SO charming! A cute, coastal historic building, with some tasty sweet…read moretreats. Perfect spot for a summer dessert and walk. The malt was delicious and super customizable. Love how cozy, quick, and sweet this experience was!

After a particularly painful physical therapy session I decided to treat myself…read more I stopped here because I wanted to try a locally owned business; I'm new to the area. The place is clean and tidy, there was a line, but it went quickly. The team behind the counter seemed like they were working well together. The person who scooped my ice cream was friendly and offered me a cup and spoon in addition to my waffle cone. I really appreciate this since it was a hot day. The only other thing that could be better about this place is if they had one or two non-dairy ice cream options. Otherwise, great spot!

Great place to have a fabulous burger and fries! Root beer floats and an ice bar! Good tunes and…read morefantastic service!

Beautiful sunny summer afternoon made this a Must Try after lunch nearby and before stopping at…read morenearby shops on the way to aquarium ( as we passed through Duluth). Charming and helpful solo employee - nearby seating was empty-so we sat on a bench swing and at a table under an umbrella. Ice cream is super rich- could taste the bourbon in my scoop. Strawberry was fresh and vibrant.

Amazing hidden gem right on Lake Superior behind the Fitger's building off the waterfront…read moreboardwalk. Convenient desert spot after dinner at Fitgers or as a stop on the boardwalk. Beautiful setting with ambient lighting and a fire pit outside at night. Cozy outdoor seating. High quality unique ice cream flavors. A bit pricey but worth it for for ingredients. Customer service wasn't great. The young girly seemed annoyed to be there and service was slow but we didn't let that ruin our experience. We'll be back next summer to try more flavors.

We used the Cozy Hen for our wedding cake for our small elopement. The presentation was gorgeous…read moreand it is the best cheesecake any of us had ever tasted! Order and pickup were very easy processes. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for an unforgettable dessert!

This is the BEST cheesecake I've ever had. My sister-in-law brought this adorable little sampler…read moredown with her when she came to visit us last week. I'd say it was a shame to eat because the cheesecake was so beautiful, but they were all so delicious! Now I gotta figure out how to get more for Thanksgiving. Pictured: Cinnamon Roll (cinnamon roll dough + icing), Tiramisu (chocolate + coffee + lady fingers), Lemon (lemon curd + whipped cream), Turtle (chocolate + caramel + nuts), Plain (with whipped cream), and Eclair chocolate + cream). I'd recommend all of these cakes.

We had a great experience at Canal Park Brewing Company! Our server was friendly and attentive, and…read morethe food was delicious. The beer selection was a little smaller than we expected, but there was still a nice variety of styles, so everyone in our group found something they enjoyed. They also have a full bar with specialty cocktails. The food menu was surprisingly large with lots of unique and fun options to try. The only small downside was that the Brussels sprouts were still a little undercooked for our taste, but everything else was excellent and more than made up for it. Excellent brisket, fish n chips, and build your own burger! The garlic aioli and IPA mustard sauces were definitely memorable. Overall, it's a great spot for good food, craft beer, and a fun atmosphere located right on the pier. We'd definitely come back!

This is a popular place on a Friday evening. The weather was great and the place was full up…read moreindoors and outdoors. We had two in our party, which was an advantage. We got on the waiting list and were told it'd be about a 30 minute wait. By golly, we know from the time stamps on the texts that it was 32 minutes total. We were seated outside, and service was fast and smooth from that point. We had the pretzel sticks appetizer, which was fantastic. Very soft, hot pretzels, and the queso was thick and loaded with flavor. My husband had the Canal Park red lager and really enjoyed it. My main dish was the birria tacos, which were quite good but could have used more cheese. Salsa and chips were fine, too. My husband had jalapeño popper burger with fries, and really liked it. Checkout was fast and pleasant.

Perfect small plates sharing experience for a night out with friends. The service was…read morefantastic--our server was knowledgeable about the menu and helpful with explaining portion sizes for sharing. This is an upscale tapas menu, expect small plates and a surprising mix of delightful, seasonal flavors. We enjoyed the trio of dips, our favorite was the muhammara--roasted pepper and walnut with citrus and pomegranate seeds. We added on an extra pita to soak up every bite. Next was the dolma, a delicious combo of flavors and twist on the traditional. The kale salad was perfectly dressed and grilled peach added just the right sweet contrast. The Lake Trout with couscous was outstanding but my favorite part of the plate was the chermoula--a tangy, herby olive oil concoction that I must replicate. The chef came by to talk to us and answer our questions. We each enjoyed a signature cocktail, I highly recommend the Limonada 75, an Italian take on the French 75 with limoncello. We wrapped up our experience sharing the Olive Oil Cake with a rhubarb compote and generous dollop of fresh whipped cream. We will absolutely be back, we have to try the halloumi, which was unavailable, and the pasta at the table next to us looked tasty. There was also plenty of variety for a vegetarian/pescatarian to choose from. Alto Pino is expensive, but worth it. A dinner shared between three people including sharing 4 small plates, dessert, drink, and 20%+ tip came out to about $70 each. You are also paying for the experience of tasting something new and unlike anything else offered in Duluth. Reservations were easy to make online, you should make yours today! PS I'd love to see their twist on traditional Spanish tapas like patatas bravas or pan con tomate on the menu!

The vibe is weird. The food is tiny. The prices are high for the amount of food they give you. Go…read moreto Saratoga instead!