There are sights and sounds that make any Duluth day a perfect one: the way the sun glints off the giant lake and the slate-colored rocks on the shore; the bellow and clang call-and-answer of ships and the Aerial Lift Bridge, and the breathtaking views from the curves of Skyline Drive and Enger Tower, where you can see up the North Shore and the working docks of Superior. It's easy to fall in love with the city. There's nature everywhere, art and music around nearly every corner and a food scene that keeps getting better.
When casting about for a great meal, there are so many options that you can let your mood be your guide. Rather than retread all of the worthwhile favorites (Duluth Grill, the Pickwick, Grandma's, New Scenic and the like) we're recommending other favorites that are worth a try if it has been a while, and some that are relatively new to the scene. To make the list easier to use, clip or bookmark, we've broken it down by meals to maximize every eating minute of the day.
And if you're one who can't get enough of those lake views, look for the 🌊 for spots where you can take in some of that glorious expanse of water. One of the best ways to start a Duluth day is with the soft (or biting) breezes off the lake. 190 Degrees is at the base of Enger Lofts, and there's a whole wall of windows open to catch those breezes.
The coffee, tea and other beverages are top-notch. Plus, there is a selection of croissants and pastries, and they've been known to have the fabulo.