48 Best American Restaurants in Duluth

“The Duluth Grill is one of the friendliest, most welcoming, inclusive environments I’ve ever been in. They serve both luxury and comfort combined and impress me every time!“

“Fantastic place to eat and wonderful staff. Brunch is excellent.“

“Our bartender Ayla was amazing! I've never been served by such a sweet girl, very welcoming with quick service! Absolutely no complaints, will be coming back for sure!“

“Haven't been here in years!! Finally got the chance to come back! I was trying to decide where to eat and chose Pickwick! (After a rather unpleasant interaction at another restaurant) I am so happy the staff treated me with kindness and respect! Their service was phenomenal and I loved everything I ordered! It was so good! Especially after a long walk around town! I highly recommend if you're looking for a nice spot to unwind and be in a great atmosphere!“

“Excellent fries. Hot crispy on the outside & soft inside. Hubby lives the Cony dogs. I will try them next time. Cute decor . Reminds me of the 59's.“

“Another amazing meal to celebrate a friend’s birthday (Anne). Niki was our server and from the moment we arrived (90 minutes before our reservation time) we had excellent service and advice. The wine was outstanding (and a bonus, it was Wednesday half price wine day). Split by 3 a bottle was ideal. Anne had the smorgasbord which was a visual sensation and exploded with delicious flavors! Lynn had the beets followed by the asparagus and egg sandwich. All of it was a delicious treat. I had the curry mussels with a side of fritas and as much as I wanted escargot I was full and content. Oh but the cream brûlée shared completed our meal.“

“Great little diner with friendly staff. Often very busy and almost claustrophobic on the weekends- I’ll have to try the outdoor patio. Also, the gravy for the country fried steak is different and NOT country gravy. It’s more of a chicken soup taste with what seemed to be barley?! Country gravy is a classic and I hope the trophy cafe adds it as an option! I would eat here more frequently.“

“The bartender was amazing, great customer service, attentive to beverages and was a great 5 o'clock atmosphere. The cheeseburger basket was amazing, don't forget to get the Chipotle Ranch Dip for your French fries. They also have a Big Mug Club.“

“So glad this place exists in our community! The shows and art and movies are always great. I so appreciate the rotating mocktail options. The food is delightful and the service was amazing during my last trip. I was so impressed with the BLT. Thank you for being wonderful!“

“Food and service was great!“

“Good food! Never had a bad meal.“

“My husband and I have stopped here a few times while in Duluth. The food is good and the service is excellent!“

“Absolutely recommend this place! They have the most amazing hummus and pita combo! I love that they are unique and different from your average food truck! Will definitely be back to try more. ☺️“

“We ordered doordash at work. And i got the oriental chicken salad. Well if you've ever had that, you gotta have the dressing to go with it. My dressing didnt come with my salad. I work nights and we had already planned to order food for the night so I didnt have anything else. I called applebees as a shot in the dark if there was anything they could do. I talked to manager Richard who was soooo understanding and agreed that the oriental salad is just not good without the dressing! So he was able to arrange someone to drop off the dressing at my work (which we cannot leave the building during our shifts)! I am sooo thankful! This was on the night of March 29, 2026. Manager Richard is the best!“

“First time eating at ULC and even though we had to wait about 10min for a table to open up the food was good great prices our waiter was fast and efficient. Would definitely go back again.“

“Perfect "Northwoods" Inn, friendly staff. It's always fun!“

“Amanda has been great to us through every visit!“

“6 star service. I left two important items in the safe realizing 3 days later. Gerry and Jayson found the items for me and placed them in a certified mail envelope. Very grateful for everyone’s integrity and helpfulness. Thank you!!!“

“best burger in the area for sure. Prices are reasonable the staff is friendly and the space is great.“

“The food was Great We both had the grilled shrimp, salad,and baked potato Along with 1 bock beer and the bill was just under $50, to celebrate Mary's 73rd BD.“

“Last night the Buffalo House hosted our company Christmas Party. I can’t find the words to tell you how amazing it was! All of our guests are still raving about the food today! It was delicious, timely, and there was plenty! Our bartender was so fun, and made the night even better. The facility is beautiful! It was clean, well set up, and communication was simple and care free! Thank you to all the amazing staff, and facility.“

“Been here a few times lately and have noticed a consistent high quality of food being put out! Hoping to check out their fish fry soon!!“

“I've lived nearby for years and finally made the time to stop in. Had a delicious burger for lunch and ladies with a mildly irritated attitude were holding the place down, yet they made sure I felt welcomed. It was was like being in my grandma's kitchen. Quiet during the day, but judging by the band stage setup they have I'm willing to bet it gets a bit rowdier on the weekends.
Definitely going back.“

“Sammys 10/10 we all know it we all love it and if you never have go immediately I have been eating at sammys for over 20 years I have never had bad food or an unpleasant dining experience not once If you aren't going to sammys I don't want to go“

“Had the best cheese curds known to man kind here and Jen, our server, was the most lovely and nicest one I’ve ever had!! Will be back for sure!!“

“Best brisket ever eaten! The service was great, food was amazing, my drink= delicious! We will be back again!“

“The best eggs benedict I've ever had!! Kudos to the cook! So good! Great bartender too! Can't say enough good things about this place!“

“Beautiful golf course, setting and views.“

“Excellent service and great food!!“

“Great vibes and the environment was good. But the French dip sandwich, PLEASE take that off your menu. It was served dry. It tasted cold, dry and tough. The fries tasted better than the sandwich itself. I don't imagine that sandwich gets ordered often. Cut your losses and get rid of it.“

“Honestly, this place deserves 10 stars! My wife and I had reservations for our 15 year wedding anniversary and wow did they go above and beyond!! They had the most delicious food and my wife who has celiac disease had so many options to pick from for food. They made our night so special and I was beyond impressed. We were both brought to tears from how friendly and kind the staff were. 10000000% recommend to anyone and everyone!!! Thanks so much again - Brandon and Julie :)“

“Corktown is my favorite place to meet friends before theater nights. I love their food choices and have never been disappointed. Many different and fun choices. Service has always been great. Thanks for coming into this neighborhood.“

“We had a great stay with an outside hot tub & indoor pool and absolutely the best surf and turf fine dining we’ve ever had! We will definitely be back, Thank you Silos!“

“Love the Tappa Keg Inn!! I love the old time charm, friendly (and fast!) staff, and the food!! My favorites are the pork chop special on Tuesdays and the hot beef sandwich. The number one favorite is the Friday night prime rib. Tender and flavorful!!“

“This is truly a hidden gem. Found it through a google search, as it was near a shop we were visiting in Hermantown. Unsuspecting on the outside, cozy warm and friendly on the inside. The food was great and the staff were too. Highly recommend.“

“My husband and I have stopped here a few times while in Duluth. The food is good and the service is excellent!“

“Sorry, we have not eaten at the chalet, but it is so convenient for going skiing at Spirit Mountain. We noticed the other day almost every table was filled & our friend ordered a delicious wrap there. The chalet has many tables in an area away from thd restaurant, and big picture windows to view the ski hill. A woman in a wheel chair was sitting near thd windows & enjoyed watching the skiiers. I believe the lower challenge has better menu items and a nicer dining area to sit in.

Parking: There are handicapped parking spaces, but an uphill climb to the challet on a cement sidewalk. A person in a wheelchair would need some assistance.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, easy to get around with handicapped accessible bathrooms within the challet. Automatic door openers.“

“It is the local can’t miss restaurant, whether you’re thinking a nice sit down steak dinner, or a quick burger and fries in a more casual setting this place has it all and has done it for decades. Great view of Lake Superior, cool model train running through the building… if you’re local you already know, if you’re a tourist add it to the must eat list.“

“Sue is always full of warmth and love ready to spark up conversation. Her Gyros taste like a true traditional fresh shaved gyro. Every can of soda pop is ice cold. Her little corner is always clean and buzzing with chatter. 9/10 times I will take my kids here after shopping for a coney dog, per THEIR request. It's just THAT good.“

“Great views, Excellent Breakfast, Decent Prices - My teens and I loved it!“

“Good time there this morning“

“My Grandkids Love going there to Eat. I have been taking them there for Years. It also has a nice View of Lake Superior and, the High Bridge. Access to the Board Walk.“

“Beef Power Bowl and Turkey Dinner: Absolutely delicious! Great food, great service, great staff! ?“

“Had such a great experience at Culver’s in Duluth. Everything was super fast and efficient, and the staff really care about giving great service. The food was sooo good—the burger was juicy and literally perfect. The place is clean, organized, and just has a really nice vibe. Definitely coming back next time I’m visiting my dad. Wish there was a Culver’s in Brazil too.“

“My daughter and I ate for Eat Downtown. We both had Clam Chowder, and Chicken Tetrazini and Cannoli. The service amazing and the food spectacular. I will definitely visit it again! Thanks!!“

“Ordered nachos from you guys through door dash my husband and I have to say amazing job loved it thank you“

“Are food and drinks were great! Enjoyed our server, Joseph M.he did great and has a great personality!“

“We ordered a BBQ chicken salad, bean burger and tots to go, the food was ready for pickup less than 20 minutes after we placed the order and it was fresh and ready to go, decent pricing for what we ordered. Everything was good, the salad could have had more dressing for sure and they did not include silverware or napkins. Not sure if thats standard but it was kinda annoying as we didn't have any at the hotel.“