north shore mn restaurants: dining along scenic 61

Scenic 61 is the lovely two-lane drive from Duluth to Two Harbors along Lake Superior’s shore. The 20-mile stretch includes seven eateries. Choose from established smoked fish markets to a handmade candy company, grilles, a burger joint, a gourmet café, a casual dining room and a coffee shop. Click additional locales to find more North Shore MN restaurants.

Ledge Rock Grille

Brewery/Bar/Winery

Family-friendly

Casual

Fine Dining

Enjoy Delicious cuisine from our unique wood fired oven, while watching our chef's culinary skills in the North Shore's only display kitchen. Start your dining experience with a glass of wine from our extensive wine collection, the best on the North Shore. Wrap up your relaxing meal with another glass of wine or a cocktail on our patio, complete with bonfire pit and a breeze off Lake Superior.

Larsmont Cottages, 596 Larsmont Way | Two Harbors

866-687-5634

new Scenic café

Baked Goods

Beer & Wine

Fine Dining

Deli

Drive along the North Shore of Lake Superior between Duluth and Two Harbors and you will come across a café. A cozy building nestled behind a gorgeous garden; filled with herbs, vegetables and fragrant flowers. The café looks humble but what awaits inside is anything but ordinary. Since opening in 1999, Scott Graden’s New Scenic Café has grown exponentially; continually amazing customers with its unique menus, serene atmosphere and impeccable service.

5461 North Shore Drive | Duluth

218-525-6274

Russ Kendall’s Smokehouse

Smoked Fish

Deli

"We Smoke Our Own' ciscoes, lake trout, whitefish, herring, wild Alaskan silver and king salmon. Homemade beef jerky, sausage, and salmon spread. OUr Specialty: sugar-cured trout and salmon. Eat 'em here or take 'em along! Cheese, wild rice, souvenirs.

149 Scenic Drive | Knife River

218-834-5995

Mocha Moose Coffee Cafe

Baked Goods

Coffee

Beer & Wine

Family-friendly

Hot and cold espresso drinks, ice cream and sweet treats, paninis, sandwiches, wraps and soup. Gift shop features locally-crafted items including jewelry, pottery, fleece, knives, apparel and pet items.

543 Scenic Drive | Two Harbors

218-834-6299

Great! Lakes Candy Company

Specialty

Sensational handmade chocolates and candy made the old-fashioned way by third generation candy makers. A tasty stop indeed!

Storefront re-opens May 1; Online store closes until October

223 Scenic Drive | Knife River

218-834-2121

Radosevich’s Earthwood Inn

Brewery/Bar/Winery

Family-friendly

Casual

Serving lunch and dinner in a friendly atmosphere; appetizers, hamburgers, salads, sandwiches, kid's menu and Friday and Saturday night steaks. Full bar, special events and festivals, too. Open noon -1am daily, located 1 mile south of Two Harbors.

933 Stanley Rd | Two Harbors

218-834-3847

Clearwater Grille

Brewery/Bar/Winery

Family-friendly

Casual

A Casual dining place with a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. Our menu which features appetizers, pizzas, burgers and sandwiches, plus full dinner entrees with pastas, steaks, seafood and fish; homemade desserts, and offer a wide variety of beverages. Daily specials and signature cocktails. A Family-friendly restaurant, we offer something for everyone including lighter fares, kids menus, vegetarian and gluten free options.

Grille closed due to staff shortage Catering and event space open

5135 North Shore Drive | Duluth

218-525-4826

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