Today’s blog is getting a little off the marketing path. Last week our team had a client come into town and we were planning on getting lunch with them. Once they arrived we had such a hard time finding a quiet place where we can have lunch and talk business. Because of that our team came together and compiled our lists of the best places for a lunch meeting in Duluth. This is definitely not a complete list but offers some great options for anyone looking to set up a meeting during lunch.
Silo’s Restaraunt
Opens at 11am | Upscale Atmosphere | American
Statement from Silo’s: Watch ships navigate the Duluth-Superior Harbor from the unrivaled vantage point at Silos Restaurant. Or, navigate your own boat into our private harbor as you drop in for lunch or dinner. Either way, we’ve designed Silos Restaurant so you can de-stress.
- Pros
- Amazing outdoor seating
- Great menu options
- Awesome views of Duluth
- Cons
- Somewhat out of the way
Lake Avenue Restaurant & Bar
Opens at 10am | Upscale Atmosphere | New American
Statement from Lake Avenue: Duluth dining at its most creative, Lake Avenue focuses on a locally sourced menu and Midwestern spirits. As Canal Park continues to develop and grow, Lake Avenue plans to be a friendly, dynamic dining destination for many years to come
- Pros
- Great food selections
- Convenient location in Canal Park
- Cons
- Pricier menu
Va Bene
Opens at 11am | Upscale Atmosphere | Italian
Statement from Va Bene: Va Bene Caffe is a Duluth restaurant serving fresh Italian food prepared with quality ingredients, to be enjoyed in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Directly above the Lakewalk, overlooking beautiful Lake Superior, Va Bene features Duluth’s best lake views.
- Pros
- Great atmosphere
- Extremely tasty food
- Cons
- Higher priced meal
- Parking is hard to find
Tavern on the Hill
Opens at 11 am | Casual Atmosphere | American
Statement from Tavern on the Hill: We work with our local partners to source the freshest, healthiest and most ethically raised products. Tavern on the Hill supports our local businesses in every product and directly impacts our local community’s growth.
- Pros
- Quick Meals
- Outdoor Seating
- Wide Variety of Food
- Cons
- Can get loud
Northern Waters Smokehaus
Opens at 10:30 | Casual Atmosphere | Sandwiches
Statement from Northern Waters Smokehaus: We’ve been smoking fish and meats, and dry-curing salumi with creativity and care for over 20 years. We are a unique gourmet specialty market and sandwich maker that you need to try.
- Pros
- Wide variety of unique sandwiches
- Great Canal Park location
- Cons
- No Indoor Seating
- Sometimes has a long wait to get food
Sir Ben’s
Opens at 11 am | Casual Atmosphere | Sandwiches
Statement from Sir Ben’s: Sir Ben’s has an authentic English Pub Atmosphere with great Lake Views and was voted the “Best Outdoor Seating” Spring, Summer, and Fall.
- Pros
- Great food, made fresh
- Outdoor seating options
- Cons
- Can get pretty loud inside
Wasabi Duluth
Opens at 11 am | Casual Atmosphere | Sushi/Japanese
Statement from Wasabi Duluth: our restaurant offers a wide array of authentic Japanese Food, such as Hibachi Chicken, Shrimp Tempura, Yaki Udon, and Spicy Salmon Roll. Try our delicious food and service today. Come in for a Japanese Lunch Special or during the evenings for a delicious dinner.
- Pros
- High-quality food
- Usually quiet
- Offers a lunch special
- Cons
- Parking is hard
Duluth Grill
Opens at 8 am | Casual Atmosphere | American
Statement from Duluth Grill: Our menu is full of thoughtful choices from basic comfort foods to more contemporary dishes that you’re hopefully exhilarated to find in a neighborhood diner. We strive for quality and believe it begins at our back door. scrutinize every ingredient in our kitchen and work to bring you the best quality ingredients and good prices too. We continuously work with our suppliers to meet our specifications of quality freshness, simple ingredients, organic and local when possible.
- Pros
- All made from scratch food
- Usually pretty quiet
- Cons
- Closes at 3pm
- Location is often out of the way
- Often has a wait before getting seated
Coney Island Deluxe
Opens at 10am | Casual Atmosphere | New American
Statement from Coney Island Deluxe:
Since Deluxe Coney Island opened its doors in 1928, very little has changed. Our delicious Coney Sauce is still crafted from the same old-world recipe that Northlanders have loved for decades. What’s our secret? Don’t change anything! That’s a promise we’ve kept. We use our finest ingredients as well as decades of history and tradition. All crafted in Duluth Minnesota, just like it always has been. We take pride in making everything perfect and we’re confident that you’ll love what we’ve done!
- Pros
- Quick
- Usually quiet
- Cons
- A very casual dining experience
PhoHolic Taste of Vietnam
Opens at 11 am | Casual Atmosphere | Pho/Vietnamese
Statement from PhoHolic: At PhoHolic our passion is simple: to make a healthy Vietnamese pho noodle soup offering the same robust flavors and aromas of traditional pho. That’s why we’ve created a full flavor recipe for the way pho is made and should taste; using top-grade meats to create a healthier soup broth fresh and favorable. Our signature broth is paired with fresh locally sourced produce, high-quality ingredients, and spices to produce the perfect bowl of pho. Stop in and try it for yourself!
- Pros
- Great food
- Usually quiet
- Cons
- The location is out of the way
- Limited indoor seating
Was your favorite restaurant not included? Let us know and we will add it by contacting andrew@findenmarketing.com
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