They have this AMAZING space. I'll never understand why they don't have patio heaters, you know, I'm like everywhere else in the country. They could extend their season and draw in customers by making them, I don't know, not shiver in cold. Honestly. I see so many cold people come and leave.
Tamara Jandro
Bartender was not friendly and drinks were not good. Definitely don’t recommend!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Andrew Smith
Ruining the peacefulness of a small town. Music and bass blaring at 1115 at night. No respect to what the North shore is supposed to be, just catering to the drunks.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Michael Smeaton
I had one of the worst experiences I’ve ever had at a bar. The bartender at The Nest this afternoon Aug 21st 2025, was rude, dismissive, and made it clear that customer service was not a priority. After being treated with open hostility, I chose not to leave a tip—something I never do lightly. In response, he told me to never come back. No problem—I won’t. I’d recommend others skip this place too if they expect basic courtesy or professionalism.
Sam Smith
The Maui Waui will change your life and the service was wondeful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hsueh Yu
Great rooftop bar with good view and good cocktails. We ordered an old fashion and an espresso martini. Both were delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Nick Ellingson
Fantastic! Came in for dinner and had a cocktail afterwards at the Raven. Great gluten free options for those that need them! Pulls off the vibe of being inside a ship of the line. Pub vibes with waterfront views. Looking forward to coming back again for another great drink!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mindy Klatt
Stopped in for a drink on the rooftop this afternoon. Enjoyed a cider and my husband enjoyed a beer. The view was amazing and the atmosphere relaxing. When we left I forgot my purse and did not realize it for about four hours. This place proves there are great people in this world! My purse was safely under the bar thanks to the crew working today! Thank you so much!
This place is above the Gunflint Tavern. Not much for food upstairs, but the view and drinks were really good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Heather
Vegetarian options: Wild rice burgers
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin Krois
If your a tourist dont go there, the Bartender openly was talking to people saying " I hate tourist"..
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Chris Doubek-Cantu
Careful - Your Racism is Showing
One of the most disappointing service experiences of my life. Have been coming to Grand Marais for over 50 years to enjoy. A lifetime of joyful visits was grossly sullied today by the service my family received at gunflint rooftop tavern. My son, who chose to quietly spend his 21st birthday with his family, was asked for ID when he and his father placed their orders. This request was honored. Then from nowhere the bartender accused my very respectful son of having an attitude, as he stood there with his parents watching (no attitude was given). The next event will keep me from EVER placing foot in this establishment again. The bartender then began to mockingly speak to them in broken Spanish. A blatantly obvious racially motivated attempt to reduce and intimidate a customer. This was followed by the bartender warning us that “he will be keeping an eye on us”. An eye on what? 4 adults enjoying a cocktail? Ridiculous !!
Unlike the bartender, my family was respectful of the environment and others uninvolved that were present. We quietly consumed our drinks, processing and discussing with each other … “Did that really just happen?” Yes - It did. Racism is alive and well at The Gunflint Rooftop Tavern.
Our voice will be strong here and other review sites. Do not bring your business to this establishment . Do not support businesses that allow racially motivated negative treatment of clients !
Wendy Rychley
Server took our order and we waited and waited while everyone around us who had arrived after us received their order. We finally asked the server about it, she checked with the kitchen who told her they had run out of the roasted cauliflower for one of our salads and had to roast more. Finally they arrived with the food, and the cauliflower was surprisingly cold, not freshly roasted. I had the beet and goat cheese salad. Lettuce was wilted and warm, likely having been sitting under the warming lights for awhile. The beets were crunchy like they had never been cooked. The 3rd person had a cheeseburger and it was unimpressive. The server never returned to check on our satisfaction. Worst service and restaurant meal we can remember. And on top of it, rest room was filthy.
They have this AMAZING space. I'll never understand why they don't have patio heaters, you know, I'm like everywhere else in the country. They could extend their season and draw in customers by making them, I don't know, not shiver in cold. Honestly.
I see so many cold people come and leave.
Bartender was not friendly and drinks were not good. Definitely don’t recommend!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Ruining the peacefulness of a small town. Music and bass blaring at 1115 at night. No respect to what the North shore is supposed to be, just catering to the drunks.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I had one of the worst experiences I’ve ever had at a bar. The bartender at The Nest this afternoon Aug 21st 2025, was rude, dismissive, and made it clear that customer service was not a priority. After being treated with open hostility, I chose not to leave a tip—something I never do lightly. In response, he told me to never come back. No problem—I won’t. I’d recommend others skip this place too if they expect basic courtesy or professionalism.
The Maui Waui will change your life and the service was wondeful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great rooftop bar with good view and good cocktails. We ordered an old fashion and an espresso martini. Both were delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fantastic! Came in for dinner and had a cocktail afterwards at the Raven. Great gluten free options for those that need them! Pulls off the vibe of being inside a ship of the line. Pub vibes with waterfront views. Looking forward to coming back again for another great drink!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in for a drink on the rooftop this afternoon. Enjoyed a cider and my husband enjoyed a beer. The view was amazing and the atmosphere relaxing. When we left I forgot my purse and did not realize it for about four hours. This place proves there are great people in this world! My purse was safely under the bar thanks to the crew working today! Thank you so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ask for Daniel. He will treat you right.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Lovely spot for a cocktail
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is above the Gunflint Tavern. Not much for food upstairs, but the view and drinks were really good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Vegetarian options: Wild rice burgers
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If your a tourist dont go there, the Bartender openly was talking to people saying " I hate tourist"..
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Careful - Your Racism is Showing One of the most disappointing service experiences of my life. Have been coming to Grand Marais for over 50 years to enjoy. A lifetime of joyful visits was grossly sullied today by the service my family received at gunflint rooftop tavern. My son, who chose to quietly spend his 21st birthday with his family, was asked for ID when he and his father placed their orders. This request was honored. Then from nowhere the bartender accused my very respectful son of having an attitude, as he stood there with his parents watching (no attitude was given). The next event will keep me from EVER placing foot in this establishment again. The bartender then began to mockingly speak to them in broken Spanish. A blatantly obvious racially motivated attempt to reduce and intimidate a customer. This was followed by the bartender warning us that “he will be keeping an eye on us”. An eye on what? 4 adults enjoying a cocktail? Ridiculous !! Unlike the bartender, my family was respectful of the environment and others uninvolved that were present. We quietly consumed our drinks, processing and discussing with each other … “Did that really just happen?” Yes - It did. Racism is alive and well at The Gunflint Rooftop Tavern. Our voice will be strong here and other review sites. Do not bring your business to this establishment . Do not support businesses that allow racially motivated negative treatment of clients !
Server took our order and we waited and waited while everyone around us who had arrived after us received their order. We finally asked the server about it, she checked with the kitchen who told her they had run out of the roasted cauliflower for one of our salads and had to roast more. Finally they arrived with the food, and the cauliflower was surprisingly cold, not freshly roasted. I had the beet and goat cheese salad. Lettuce was wilted and warm, likely having been sitting under the warming lights for awhile. The beets were crunchy like they had never been cooked. The 3rd person had a cheeseburger and it was unimpressive. The server never returned to check on our satisfaction. Worst service and restaurant meal we can remember. And on top of it, rest room was filthy.
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