Sir Benedicts Tavern on the Lake

I had one of the Best evenings I've had in quite a while. So, I am a grateful recovered alcoholic and will be 10 years sober in April and say this because Recovery certainly does Not equal zero Fun... in fact, it's the opposite. But as far as finding somewhere to go dancing/eat/live music/chill or happening social atmosphere of adult NIGHTLIFE IS pretty hard to find, especially after the 5 pm hour... I am sincere about how unfortunate it is that more places don't recognize that not Everybody who Enjoys Going Out, either alone or with others- until the wee hours of the night- are drinkers of alcohol. It'd be great to have more places acknowledge this like Sir Benedict has, whether it was intended or not, nicely done- I applaud them for adding on tap their Kabasa pour!! Not only was it delicious & healthy, but it was "special" and not just another stupid $3 can of Sprite with too much ice and straw made for a mouse. 🤩😜 Honestly, the rate of potential relapse could decrease IF there were to be more options for all adults just wanting to go have a good time socially but also have good drinks in their hands too- but getting high on life instead. Sir Ben's also had Awesome Food- the sweet potato Soup is like climbing into the perfect warm bath!! Simply Dreamy! We'd just missed the live music, but they have it through the week and an open mic that I'm gonna check out. The people there were so friendly I felt as tho we walked into our Cheers bar, even tho it was my 1st time there! And the lighting, plus layout was very cozy and colorful. This is an establishment with EVERY component within to create a well-rounded environment that will have anyone feel right at home and at the the same time keep them good time nrg vibes going for being out n about.

Vegetarian options: Portobello mushroom sandwich- hot. With cheese, goat i believe. Very good!

Wheelchair accessibility: Out front is a ramp.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

This is my new favorite place to hit in duluth for lunch. After placing your order at the counter, waitstaff are pleased to bring food and drinks to a table of your choosing. The staff is very friendly, the food is wonderful and the prices are affordable!! Once you try it, you will love it

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bread Pudding, Chicken Bacon Artichoke, Pesto Bruschetta, Soup and Sandwich, Reuben Sandwich, The Reuben

We like the food here but miss the one sandwich we always ordered. Can't even remember the name, but it's no longer available.

Vegetarian options: Many options and customized orders.

Parking: Sometimes a bit challenging to find a space. Drive slowly through parking lot. Not a lot of wiggle room.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

Amazing food! And the staff were wonderful!

Food: 5

Service: 5

A great place to get drinks and an affordable soup & salad. Delicious!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Served us last minute Beef Nachos @ dirty Shirley were Great!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Great place 😃

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A unique experience & killer soup and sandy's!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

Went here for a quick lunch bite on a business trip as the nearby highly rated restaurant. It did not disappoint. I got the New England burrito but with a few twists and turns that fit my taste buds. It was SUPER filling and definitely made me want a naptime. I was not a fan of the dessert (homemade apple pie) or the ginger ale (bottled but I forget the brand). I would expect a wait when you go as it is on the smaller side and ALWAYS packed with line out the door (unless it was just the lunch time rush).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

A+, 5 Stars! Always on point!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

I had a smoked butternut squash soup here like 6 years ago and I just thought about it today and can’t wait to go back sometime

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

First time here. It was awesome! Even had Celtic music in the evening. Fun place!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

Wonderful cozy little place. Prices very good for the quality and quantity of food. Service 10/10.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: German Pretzel

The smoked butternut squash soup is the best soup I have ever had. I get it every single time I order.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Butternut Squash

I 100%, unequivocally love this place. That said parking is a freaking nightmare with all the construction down that way in Duluth currently. I know it's progress, but it's keeping me from getting to my pickled pig sandwich! Oh the pickled pig how I love thee. Also they always have something on special from the tap for lunch so if you go here do not plan on doing anything that afternoon. They even had something from Iowa on there that I liked! I mean no offense to Iowa, but any place that has more churches than bars is scary to me. Love sir Ben's and head there any chance I get.
Update 10/16/24...still freaking awesome. I had the PPP sandwich...and y'all... happy. Just happy! I wish the sides to pick from were a bit more than chips...but even with that small critique this place is still the best sandwich shop in town.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cuban Pork Sandwich, Tropical Pig, Pickled Pig, British Dip, The Reuben