Christina And Jeremiah’s guidebook to Local Restaurants

Christina And Jeremiah
Christina And Jeremiah
Christina And Jeremiah’s guidebook to Local Restaurants

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2.6 miles (four minutes) south on Highway 61 from Unit 6. Whether you are stopping by to relax and stay awhile, zipping in for a coffee fix, strolling by during a morning or afternoon walk and need a sweet treat, or if you are looking for some tasty goodies to take back to your room, this will be your go-to place in the Lutsen-Tofte area. Open 7 days a week, here are the Top 5 reasons we love Coho Café & Bakery. Address: 7192 West Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Hours: Tuesday 8AM–8PM Wednesday 8AM–8PM Thursday 8AM–8PM Friday 8AM–8PM Saturday 8AM–8PM Sunday 8AM–8PM Monday 8AM–8PM Menu: www.bluefinbay.com Phone: (218) 663-8032
25 locals recommend
Coho Cafe
7192 West Highway 62
25 locals recommend
2.6 miles (four minutes) south on Highway 61 from Unit 6. Whether you are stopping by to relax and stay awhile, zipping in for a coffee fix, strolling by during a morning or afternoon walk and need a sweet treat, or if you are looking for some tasty goodies to take back to your room, this will be your go-to place in the Lutsen-Tofte area. Open 7 days a week, here are the Top 5 reasons we love Coho Café & Bakery. Address: 7192 West Highway 61 Tofte, MN 55615 Hours: Tuesday 8AM–8PM Wednesday 8AM–8PM Thursday 8AM–8PM Friday 8AM–8PM Saturday 8AM–8PM Sunday 8AM–8PM Monday 8AM–8PM Menu: www.bluefinbay.com Phone: (218) 663-8032
2.8 miles (five minutes) south on Highway 61 from Unit 6 Local cuisine, Seafood, American, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options with Great Views of Lake Superior. Address: 7192 MN-61, Tofte, MN 55615 Hours: Tuesday 12–10PM Wednesday 12–10PM Thursday 12–10PM Friday 12–10PM Saturday 12–10PM Sunday 12–10PM Monday 12–10PM Reservations: opentable.com Phone: (800) 258-3346 ext. 333
19 locals recommend
Bluefin Grille
7192 MN-61
19 locals recommend
2.8 miles (five minutes) south on Highway 61 from Unit 6 Local cuisine, Seafood, American, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options with Great Views of Lake Superior. Address: 7192 MN-61, Tofte, MN 55615 Hours: Tuesday 12–10PM Wednesday 12–10PM Thursday 12–10PM Friday 12–10PM Saturday 12–10PM Sunday 12–10PM Monday 12–10PM Reservations: opentable.com Phone: (800) 258-3346 ext. 333
4.1 miles (seven minutes) south on Highway 61 from Unit 6. Located at Surfside on Lake Superior, Waves of Superior Café offers breathtaking views of Lake Superior in a sunny, serene setting. Enjoy light, healthy fare from our Chef-driven menus featuring the freshest offerings of the Minnesota seasons. 20 Surfside Dr, Tofte, MN 55615 Hours: Tuesday 8AM–3PM Wednesday 8AM–3PM Thursday 8AM–3PM Friday 8AM–3PM Saturday 8AM–3PM Sunday 8AM–3PM Monday 8AM–3PM Phone: (218) 663-6877
Waves of Superior Cafe
20 Surfside Drive
4.1 miles (seven minutes) south on Highway 61 from Unit 6. Located at Surfside on Lake Superior, Waves of Superior Café offers breathtaking views of Lake Superior in a sunny, serene setting. Enjoy light, healthy fare from our Chef-driven menus featuring the freshest offerings of the Minnesota seasons. 20 Surfside Dr, Tofte, MN 55615 Hours: Tuesday 8AM–3PM Wednesday 8AM–3PM Thursday 8AM–3PM Friday 8AM–3PM Saturday 8AM–3PM Sunday 8AM–3PM Monday 8AM–3PM Phone: (218) 663-6877
4.9 miles (seven minutes) north on Highway 61 from Unit 6. Located in the Historic Lodge at Lutsen Resort, The Strand Waterfront Dining Room is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. “Strand” means shore in Swedish, highlighting one of the dining room’s best assets – the incredible view of Lake Superior and the Poplar River. The menu consists of a strong blend of contemporary and traditional North Shore Cuisine items. Our temperature-controlled wine cellar holds 1200 bottles of international and local fine wines. We carry 20 wines from the Wine Spectator Top 100 list, including the #1 wine. Holidays are celebrated with special menus and buffets. Dinner reservations are recommended. Call 218.663.7212 to make yours today. Address: 5700 MN-61, Lutsen, MN 55612 Hours: Tuesday 5–9PM Wednesday 5–9PM Thursday 5–9PM Friday 5–10PM Saturday 5–10PM Sunday 5–9PM Monday 5–9PM Menu: lutsenresort.com Phone: (218) 663-7212
9 locals recommend
The Strand Waterfront Dining & Wine Bar
5700 MN-61
9 locals recommend
4.9 miles (seven minutes) north on Highway 61 from Unit 6. Located in the Historic Lodge at Lutsen Resort, The Strand Waterfront Dining Room is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. “Strand” means shore in Swedish, highlighting one of the dining room’s best assets – the incredible view of Lake Superior and the Poplar River. The menu consists of a strong blend of contemporary and traditional North Shore Cuisine items. Our temperature-controlled wine cellar holds 1200 bottles of international and local fine wines. We carry 20 wines from the Wine Spectator Top 100 list, including the #1 wine. Holidays are celebrated with special menus and buffets. Dinner reservations are recommended. Call 218.663.7212 to make yours today. Address: 5700 MN-61, Lutsen, MN 55612 Hours: Tuesday 5–9PM Wednesday 5–9PM Thursday 5–9PM Friday 5–10PM Saturday 5–10PM Sunday 5–9PM Monday 5–9PM Menu: lutsenresort.com Phone: (218) 663-7212
24.2 miles (28 minutes) north on Highway 61 from Unit 6. One of our favorite local restaurants! Home of the puff taco. Homemade tacos to order. Traditional choices and some you might not have tried – think sauerkraut. Great selection of beer, wine, and even Fanta in the bottle. Address: 15 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604 Hours: Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11AM–8PM Thursday 11AM–8PM Friday 11AM–8PM Saturday 11AM–8PM Sunday Closed Monday Closed Phone: (218) 387-3382
7 locals recommend
Hungry Hippie Tacos
15 W Hwy 61
7 locals recommend
24.2 miles (28 minutes) north on Highway 61 from Unit 6. One of our favorite local restaurants! Home of the puff taco. Homemade tacos to order. Traditional choices and some you might not have tried – think sauerkraut. Great selection of beer, wine, and even Fanta in the bottle. Address: 15 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604 Hours: Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11AM–8PM Thursday 11AM–8PM Friday 11AM–8PM Saturday 11AM–8PM Sunday Closed Monday Closed Phone: (218) 387-3382
6.6. miles (nine-minute drive) to gondola Summit Chalet The Summit Chalet is the most spectacular dining venue on the North Shore. With 100-mile views over Lake Superior and mountaintop vistas of the Superior National Forest, it is accessed via our Summit Express Gondola for a casual lunch or an afternoon snack. A gondola ticket is needed to access the Summit Chalet, or guests are welcome to hike the Summit Spur Trail to the Superior Hiking Trail for a four-mile one-way treck to or from the chalet. With extensive indoor and outdoor seating, the Summit Chalet is a perfect venue for groups and special events including weddings and reunions. Dining Indoor & Outdoor dining is available Menu Open daily for food service 11am-3pm, with bar service until 3:30pm. Food services are available until one hour prior to gondola closing and at 3p on wedding and event dates.
Summit Chalet at Lutsen Mountains
455 Ski Hill Road
6.6. miles (nine-minute drive) to gondola Summit Chalet The Summit Chalet is the most spectacular dining venue on the North Shore. With 100-mile views over Lake Superior and mountaintop vistas of the Superior National Forest, it is accessed via our Summit Express Gondola for a casual lunch or an afternoon snack. A gondola ticket is needed to access the Summit Chalet, or guests are welcome to hike the Summit Spur Trail to the Superior Hiking Trail for a four-mile one-way treck to or from the chalet. With extensive indoor and outdoor seating, the Summit Chalet is a perfect venue for groups and special events including weddings and reunions. Dining Indoor & Outdoor dining is available Menu Open daily for food service 11am-3pm, with bar service until 3:30pm. Food services are available until one hour prior to gondola closing and at 3p on wedding and event dates.
6.6 miles (nine-minute drive) Casual sports-centric spot at Eagle Ridge Resort with pub grub, live music, pool & video games. Serving lunch, dinner, and the region's best entertainment, Papa Charlie's has something for everyone! Whether you're looking for family dining with a view, gathering with friends at the bar, outdoor dining on the scenic deck, watching the game on the big screen, or the region's best musical entertainment during the ski season, it's the place to be at Lutsen Mountains. So enjoy your favorite beverage, shoot pool, play games, relax, and have fun. All dates subject to government orders for allowed business operations. Early Spring April 11-May 20 May 21 & 22 | Sat & Sun May 28-30 | Fri-Sun CLOSED 3:00pm-11:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm Daily | June 4-Oct 17 Monday-Friday Saturday & Sunday 3:00pm-11:00pm 11:00am-11:00pm Late Fall Oct 21-23 | Thur-Sat Oct 29-Nov 20 | Fri & Sat ONLY 3:00pm-11:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm
20 locals recommend
Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill
466 Ski Hill Rd
20 locals recommend
6.6 miles (nine-minute drive) Casual sports-centric spot at Eagle Ridge Resort with pub grub, live music, pool & video games. Serving lunch, dinner, and the region's best entertainment, Papa Charlie's has something for everyone! Whether you're looking for family dining with a view, gathering with friends at the bar, outdoor dining on the scenic deck, watching the game on the big screen, or the region's best musical entertainment during the ski season, it's the place to be at Lutsen Mountains. So enjoy your favorite beverage, shoot pool, play games, relax, and have fun. All dates subject to government orders for allowed business operations. Early Spring April 11-May 20 May 21 & 22 | Sat & Sun May 28-30 | Fri-Sun CLOSED 3:00pm-11:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm Daily | June 4-Oct 17 Monday-Friday Saturday & Sunday 3:00pm-11:00pm 11:00am-11:00pm Late Fall Oct 21-23 | Thur-Sat Oct 29-Nov 20 | Fri & Sat ONLY 3:00pm-11:00pm 3:00pm-11:00pm
6.3 miles (eight-minute drive) Open for all seasons, this slope-side, ski-in-ski-out restaurant and tap room is located in the lodge at Caribou Highlands. Moguls Grille and Tap Room on Lutsen Mountain is a perfect place to meet up with friends, relax, enjoy great food and a cold beverage. Moguls is a great couples café, and equally comfortable for family dining. With its magnificent mountain views, you’ve found the perfect spot to start your day over a steaming cup of coffee or a hearty breakfast. It’s also the best place to gather at day’s end, to watch the sun slip behind the mountain as you share your stories. Moguls offers an eclectic atmosphere, well suited for any social gathering.
8 locals recommend
Moguls Grille & Tap Room
371 Ski Hill Rd
8 locals recommend
6.3 miles (eight-minute drive) Open for all seasons, this slope-side, ski-in-ski-out restaurant and tap room is located in the lodge at Caribou Highlands. Moguls Grille and Tap Room on Lutsen Mountain is a perfect place to meet up with friends, relax, enjoy great food and a cold beverage. Moguls is a great couples café, and equally comfortable for family dining. With its magnificent mountain views, you’ve found the perfect spot to start your day over a steaming cup of coffee or a hearty breakfast. It’s also the best place to gather at day’s end, to watch the sun slip behind the mountain as you share your stories. Moguls offers an eclectic atmosphere, well suited for any social gathering.
18.7 miles (29 -minute drive) Come in for cold drinks, hot food and friendly service! We have a wonderful warm place to warm up if your snowmobiling, ice fishing, or winter camping! Also a great place to rest and relax after fishing, boating, hiking, camping or whatever you are up to in the beautiful woods of the Superior National Forest. We have a full service bar and a great restaurant. We are centrally located in the middle of Isabella,MN, Tofte,MN, and Finland,MN. Serving lunch and dinner daily.
10 locals recommend
Trestle Inn Restaurant & Saloon
9459 Co Hwy 7
10 locals recommend
18.7 miles (29 -minute drive) Come in for cold drinks, hot food and friendly service! We have a wonderful warm place to warm up if your snowmobiling, ice fishing, or winter camping! Also a great place to rest and relax after fishing, boating, hiking, camping or whatever you are up to in the beautiful woods of the Superior National Forest. We have a full service bar and a great restaurant. We are centrally located in the middle of Isabella,MN, Tofte,MN, and Finland,MN. Serving lunch and dinner daily.
4.8 miles (seven-minute drive) north on Highway 61. The Lutsen Resort Poplar River Pub has a full casual dinner menu as well as local Minnesota craft beers. Savor a delicious variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and chef specialties along with a full children’s menu. Hours: Dinner Service Open Thursday - Sunday from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM for in person dining and available to go orders Monday - Wednesday to go orders will be available
Poplar River Pub
4.8 miles (seven-minute drive) north on Highway 61. The Lutsen Resort Poplar River Pub has a full casual dinner menu as well as local Minnesota craft beers. Savor a delicious variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and chef specialties along with a full children’s menu. Hours: Dinner Service Open Thursday - Sunday from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM for in person dining and available to go orders Monday - Wednesday to go orders will be available
14.2 miles (15-minute drive) north on Highway 61 Cascade Restaurant & Pub We've tailored our menu to include a little something for everyone, but our main focus is on presenting food that is wholesome, well-prepared, and, most importantly, delicious. We're not trying to reinvent the wheel here; we just want to take fresh local fish, meat, fruits and vegetables and put them together in ways that will please not only your palate but also your soul. Year Round Mon-Sun: 8am–8pm
13 locals recommend
Cascade Restaurant & Pub
3719 MN-61
13 locals recommend
14.2 miles (15-minute drive) north on Highway 61 Cascade Restaurant & Pub We've tailored our menu to include a little something for everyone, but our main focus is on presenting food that is wholesome, well-prepared, and, most importantly, delicious. We're not trying to reinvent the wheel here; we just want to take fresh local fish, meat, fruits and vegetables and put them together in ways that will please not only your palate but also your soul. Year Round Mon-Sun: 8am–8pm
6.2 miles (seven-minute drive) north on Highway 61. Lockport Marketplace and Grill has been a North Shore tradition since 1928. It is a friendly one-stop-shop with groceries, gas, espresso, supplies and deli restaurant. HOURS as of November 2020: Lockport is open daily from 7 am to 6 pm. The grill is open for take-out only daily from 7 am to 2 pm. Products Lockport is open every day, Sunday through Saturday. Note: the Kitchen / Grill is CLOSED on Tuesdays, only. All other days its open 7am to 2pm. Dine in or carryout.
17 locals recommend
Lockport Marketplace & Deli
5364 MN-61
17 locals recommend
6.2 miles (seven-minute drive) north on Highway 61. Lockport Marketplace and Grill has been a North Shore tradition since 1928. It is a friendly one-stop-shop with groceries, gas, espresso, supplies and deli restaurant. HOURS as of November 2020: Lockport is open daily from 7 am to 6 pm. The grill is open for take-out only daily from 7 am to 2 pm. Products Lockport is open every day, Sunday through Saturday. Note: the Kitchen / Grill is CLOSED on Tuesdays, only. All other days its open 7am to 2pm. Dine in or carryout.