50 Best American Restaurants near Proctor

“Blackwoods catered my wedding and they were wonderful! The food was great and the workers were friendly. Highly recommend!“

“Local Duluthian. This used to be a family favorite spot, it felt like a "Special" place to go. We rarely come here in recent years. The last few times its clear how run down this spot is becoming - you have such a great location, beautiful view of lake superior, tourist hot spot ... but its sad how run down its becoming, carpets, worn down booths. . . . Leaving this review to try encourage owners to put a little pride back into this restaurant and do Duluth Proud.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“just eat here you'll be glad you did and you won't be sorry actually you will be very grateful“

“We ate brunch here on a day when they were short handed in the kitchen. As a result our food took an exceptionally long time to come out. Our waitress, Maria, brought us coffee and water and kept us informed. The food was delicious. We had omelettes and crispy hash browns and it made up for the long wait.“

“The food is phenomenal and the employees are top notch!“

“Good atmosphere and great employees, they're quick to the service, mindful to everyone and only willing to help. The owner is very kind, friendly and helpful. They have a great selection of food, drinks, and liquor. Stop in on your way in, or out of town.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Food and service was great!“

“Good food! Never had a bad meal.“

“Food was awsome,wait staff was excellent, and was all around a great eating establishment. Will definitely return.“

“Great food and a trip into the simple past of drive ins. GREAT FOOD!“

“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!!!“

“It’s Applebees. You’ve come to expect an “ok” experience but Jenna was on top of it, she gave great service and made sure to be attentive but yet, not intrusive to our dining experience. Thanks for giving us a quick meal late at night!“

“The breakfast crispies, scone, and cold brew were AMAZING! The crispy one I got was the sausage and I want to go back for the rest. Probably the best to go breakfast I have had in a long time. Super kind and quick service as well. Highly recommend.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“i’m still gonna give five stars because you guys have the best pizza ever and it consists of about 60% of the calories that I consume, but this longtime Sammy’s fan reckons you should crimp your frozen pizza crusts like the other restaurants do.“

“Great service, friendly and quick. Food was decent. Typical bar choices, burgers and pizza. Fries were fresh. Sweet potato fries were pretty good. Ambiance was borderline dive bar. Best thing was great tasting tap beers and cider. Another time a d you could play live bingo, which is that even legal? 8 out of 10, would come back again for the burger and sweet potato fries with a pint.“

“We had an outstanding experience at the Duluth Applebee’s bar, and Tory was a huge reason why. He was friendly, attentive, welcoming, and genuinely made the whole experience better. He kept everything moving, made sure we were taken care of, and had a great attitude the entire time.

It’s rare to come across a bartender who makes you feel like a valued guest rather than just another customer. Tory nailed it. Great service, great energy, and an all-around fantastic experience. Applebee’s is lucky to have him!

If you’re stopping by, definitely sit at the bar and ask for Tory you won’t be disappointed! 🍻“

“Great location. Great people. Beautiful lilacs.“

“Held our mother’s 85th birthday there on February 2 in the small party room. Everything was wonderful and the food was excellent. Our waitress Laura was very polite and attentive to all our needs. A job well done!!!“

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

“Had the BBQ bacon burger. Bacon could have been a bit more cooked but overall the burger was pretty dang good. The beer battered onion rings are awesome. The bartenders were top notch. Will definitely come back again on a Monday for 2$ off the burger baskets.“

“The food is fairly good, the service is great, and the prices are as good as you will find. The Senior omelet with pancakes is a great deal if you are a senior!“

“The only thing I don't like about this place is that when you pay with a card and leave a cash tip they will go back and make you tip again on your card. This last time I went there I had a margarita and the fish fry special on 8/28/26. I paid with my venmo card for the balance and left a tip on the counter. Sooooo not cool. I go there quite regularly and this is not cool.“

“Fun little county bar with friendly staff.“

“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 :)“

“The best Brisket Sammie and that Mushroom &Swiss was FIRE!!! cool joint, friendly service, awesome coleslaw, ice cold drinks, several taps....it may look shady outside, trust me the inside is big and fun, dont think twice, just go!!!! definitely be back. Had to double post!!! its that good.“

“Always a great place to grab a bite to eat!!“

“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!!“

“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.“

“Change your sign if you’re not open for breakfast. Drove out cause your sign says breakfast 8-noon.“

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

“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.“

“Amazing!!! We were in town for 3 nights. We went all three nights. We loved the prime rib, salmon and shrimp. From the bartenders to Chris everyone was fantastic. Would love to chat with the owners about their hunting experiences. Top notch establishment We started at the base bar and on Thursday the bartender there was also great.“

“We wanted to celebrate our 16 year anniversary here. Made a reservation 1 week in advance for next Saturday. They called 1 hr and 24 minutes before our reservation time to tell us they are closed for the night. We even had a 40 min drive to get there beforehand. Left us scrambling to find another restaurant on a Saturday night to celebrate just before peak dinning hours.“

“Good time there this morning“

“The best Chicken Caesar Salad I’ve ever had! Period. End of story. (except please keep reading) I’m so happy I got to talk to the mastermind behind this dish (Brandon knows what he is doing!!!), because I wouldn’t normally order this salad. I usually find Caesar salads to be bland and boring. Not this one! Smoked bacon (made in house), croutons (made in house), plus a Caesar dressing that compliments instead of overpowering the salad - yes, again made in house. Then Brandon explained how he makes the chips in house (I won’t try to explain it, because I won’t do it justice), but just know that it is like a chip and a waffle fry had a baby, and these chips are the wonderful, delicious outcome ~ light, but flavorful! A must order!!! The cherry on top was the great service. Cathy was a fabulous bartender and server! She was welcoming from the moment I sat down, and was attentive, without being overbearing. She also made great cocktails! Overall, The Shack was a wonderful experience, and I look forward to coming back on a weekly bases while in town for work. They apparently had a rough go during Covid, but Brandon (& others) have been working tirelessly to improve things, and I’m definitely impressed! I recommend you give them a try as well!“

“I had the General TSO. Best I've had in years.“

“We had the best experience today! Great food and a great waitress. She was a real joy 5 stars !!! Carolynn M thank you !!“

“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.“