Been up here for dinner for at least 3 years in a row now. Fall color trips. Last two visits…read morewe've had the same dishes. Duck legs chicken wings, Doll had the BLT. Duck wings? Way too big for duck wings, but mighty tasty, tangy Asian sauce, crispy, and sesame seeds. Excellent wings. The BLT with the fig jam and a little bit of spice, killer. Tater tot's with the parmesan cheese dusting and the curry ketchup, excellent. Some of the best food on the trail, hands down. White Pine pizza is a close leader, gotta say.

We made a mistake and stopped by during a Vikings game. The TV was so loud we couldn't hear each…read moreother speak! The server was apologetic but I gathered this place turns into a sports bar during Vikings games. We haven't been here for a couple years and we didn't experience this before. The fried Brussels sprouts and Duck wings were delicious as always. The walleye chowder is very mildly flavored, a brothy base with lots of wild rice and corn in it. We couldn't taste the Walleye. I wouldn't order it again. It was our anniversary so we split a piece of coconut cream pie which was good. The accessibility was an issue for us as well. My husband has a bad hip and uses a cane and is unable to climb stairs. The ramp entrance is a very long walk up to the deck entrance and we had to stop a couple of times so he could rest on the way up and again when we left. We probably won't be back.

Nice cabin look and decorations and pictures in the restaurant and a good place to stop for food…read more Food is good quality and comes relatively quick, good service.

The waitstaff is great. Food good and we just had Malts they are fantastic. We had a blueberry,…read morestrawberry, and maple. And an order of fries. Was nice after a long hard day of work. The fun stuff on the walls make for good conversation. We will be back. I just wish the cashier was not so off putting. But everything else is great. We ate the three times this week. And two of the times. Was a good cashier. So that was a nice experience

After a long camping weekend in northern Minnesota, you just had to indulge yourself in wings and…read moredrinks. And that, my friends and I did. As a lover for northern MN, I was surprised that I've never experienced this restaurant before. But I'm glad that everyone suggested this place. As I said before, I had to get a basket of wings and fries, and my favorite kind of drink (sour) to top it down. Wings were amazing. It was coated nicely with Louisiana Hot, meat wasn't dry, and the size was plentiful. The fries were nicely seasoned, nice fluff my interior, but I personally would've loved them to be a lil crispier. However, the real star of the show not pictured was the sauce that the cheese curds came with. To my friend's delight, he made everyone else try it, passing the house made raspberry chipotle bbq sauce around the table, and it was AMAZING. Some of us even used it as our own dipping sauce for our dish. Tbh, sell it in bottles if you haven't already *ka-ching* Lastly, the restaurant is nested where you are given a beautiful view of the Grand Marais Harbor as you dine/drink. Very fun combination for your enjoyment here at Voyageur.

Neither of us drink, but we were intrigued with Voyageur Brewing Company and their promise of…read morehomemade bread made from the leftover spent grain from their brewing process. We decided to visit after a light lunch for some additional snacks on an early Tuesday afternoon and this place was not busy at all. I think there was only a single other party inside other than us - this is definitely more of a dinner and evening establishment. Cheese Curds ($12) - An order comes with a small pile of perfectly battered and fried cheese curds. The batter kind of sticks multiple curds together into clusters, but the glue comes only from the batter, not from the cheese. None of them leak out or are gooey at all. Instead, the interior is warmed through and only melted a bit, allowing the firm texture of the cheese curd to come through. It's even slightly squeaky from how fresh they are. They have a good light crisp on the exterior and great overall texture. The curds come with a side dip that's sweet, fruity, and slightly smoky. I'm usually fan of a fruity or acidic side to balance out how fatty the fried cheese is, but I don't think this one requires the sauce at all. (4/5) Bread ($2) - This is essentially an extra order of bread for the Voyageur Picnic Board. Luckily we were able to order these as a side. And they were totally not worth it. An order includes 5 slices of a small baguette-style bread that's really dense and chewy. It's served cold and tastes completely like dough conditioner - think cheap grocery store-style bread. It honestly is so strong of a taste that I don't believe that it's homemade at all - and if it's homemade, it's one of the worst homemade breads I've ever eaten. It's clearly not meant to be eaten by itself. I can't help but think we were dumb to visit specifically for the bread. Considering this is not on the actual menu and we had to special order it, I'm going to pretend this doesn't exist and not include it in my final rating. (1/5) Again, we don't drink at all, so I can't comment on the quality of the beer served at Voyageur Brewing Company. I did quite like the cheese curds, so I'll be leaving this as a 4* review. Bathrooms - Two larger ones Note: Voyageur Brewing Company charges a 2.92% credit card fee. This is disclosed on their menu. Food: [4/5] Service: [ ] Other: [ ] Final Rating: 4/5

Always end our week long camping trip here and the food is excellent!! Burgers and pizza are…read moreawesome!! Hope they are open this year because they have been closed because of covid.

It was close to where we were which made it perfect for our intentions - a quick breakfast! It was…read moreempty when we got there so our food was pretty quick but averagely average. Delicious but for $10 I could have made it for myself and my family at home. Did the trick and I left fu but really it was nothing special!!

We visited late afternoon on 9-15-26. We had some very good and unusual dishes. Service was fine,…read moreand delivery of the food was quick. If I have one complaint, I ordered a Caesar Salad. As I know it, one of the primary ingredients of a Caesar Salad is anchovies; yet I had to pay $3.00 extra to get 4 or 5 uncut strips. Not a deal breaker, but at the price of the salad, I don't think it was a necessary charge. In spite of that, if I find myself in Ely again, I will dine there again.

Stopped at Insula for lunch and a refreshing beverage. Eli, our waiter was very helpful with…read moreexplanations of drinks and lunch options. My cousin enjoyed a Cosmo and I tried the gin with cranberry juice. Both so refreshing on a sunny late summer day! We decided to try the cauliflower wings as an appetizer. The breading was very light and the cauliflower still slightly crunchy and were dipped in the Korean bbq sauce and served with a yummy blue cheese dressing. So glad we tried them! Food order included the bison burger with sweet potato fries and a steak southwest bowl with a spicy ranch dressing. The steak was cooked to perfection and the bowl was delicious! We've never been disappointed here. We will be back!

What a great find! The fish and chips were excellent, crispy, flavorful, and not overly greasy. I…read moreenjoyed the trout while my partner chose the herring, and both were outstanding. We initially stopped here because the well-known Angry Trout Cafe next door no longer allows dogs, and we're glad we did. We were able to enjoy a relaxing meal with our dog on the front patio, which made the experience even better. This place is a true hidden gem that deserves far more attention. Delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and dog-friendly outdoor seating make it an easy recommendation.

Was really not expecting since it's to order bunch of fried seafood of choice but OMG, the fish and…read moreshrimp we ordered were soooo fresh and plump that we had to go back for dinner. So simple yet so tasty, the quality is crazy. Very fast service too with lots of seating and crowded during meal hours.

I've been coming to Skyport and Ravenrovk Grill since they opened. I've always been met with a warm…read morewelcome and exceptional service. The food is fresh and delicious! I would highly recommend any of their appetizers and their pasta is amazing. Always have great specials to offer. I love that they sponsor local talent by hosting live music which is fun for all ages! highly recommend!!

Avoid Skyport Lodge. They DO NOT honor bookings. My sisters & I arrived after a 6-hour drive only…read moreto find our reservation was canceled. We'd received a confirmation email when we booked; however, the week before the trip a text & email was sent to the owner, Rachelle, to double check our reservation. Both were completely ignored. After arriving & being told we had no room, it took close to an hour to get Rachelle to show up on the property. She then admitted she gave our room away to "long term guests" (a.k.a. someone staying longer) because it was more profitable. Her response: "What was I supposed to do!?!?" Her offer of "help" was to tell us we could 'try' another establishment with no guarantee we'd get a room & no offer to rectify the price increase. We didn't even get an apology. So, we had to drive 6 hours straight back home in the dark. Unprofessional and completely untrustworthy business. Avoid booking here or you may end up in our situation if a more profitable opportunity comes along.

On-line maps place this further west along Hefflefinger road; it is actually right where that road…read morebranches off from highway 1, just south of the Baptism river. You can park in front of the door, but when there's a crowd, most people park along Hefflefinger's shoulders. While they don't accept credit cards, they do have an ATM so you can get cash. I believe they also take checks. The food is very good; we had lunch and breakfast on separate days. Breakfast is only served until 11 AM, but is worth the effort. The menu is not huge, but you have a good sampling of items, and whatever you get will be tasty and served hot. While you wait for your food, or if you are just hanging around, you can purchase t-shirts, hoodies, and other such clothing; play a game of pool; listen to music on the juke box; admire the collection of Lake Superior agates on display; or look at the pictures of moose or the moose antler artwork on display. A bulletin board in the entry has cards for local businesses and services, too. While the place isn't elegant, it is fantastic as a local restaurant to get good food and relax.

We visited with a group for lunch and unfortunately it did not meet our expectations. The food took…read morea very long time to come out (around 45 minutes) and it seemed to mostly be frozen food items made in the fryer - very institutional tasting. Maybe the breakfast is where they shine, but I'd recommend looking for somewhere else to have lunch in the area.

SUPER cute café with adorable dog-friendly patio and best comfort food I've had in a while!…read more The chicken wild rice soup was delicious and came with a cheesy cheddar biscuit, perfect for dunking. The Southwest Beefer Bay Sandwich was a MUST TRY! Meat is tender & flavorful, piled onto a wonderful homemade hoagie. It was so good that I'm already craving another one! And you can't skip dessert! Their $5 mini cakes are such a fun & unique option. The carrot caramel cake hit the spot and was the perfect little sweet treat. I also loved how large and creative their menu is, with unique options like the chicken wild rice salad sandwich and boozy milkshakes. The staff is super friendly, too! Two One Ate is such a fun atmosphere with plenty of options, so definitely add this one to your bucket list!

Order at the counter and wait for the food. The sandwiches were good but not fast. Many people…read morewere enjoying coffee.

As we continue our motorhome journey, we are staying in Grand Marais for three nights. Nice walk…read morefrom campground into town. We decided to go up to the Raven's Nest. Was surprised to see some live music taking place. The guitar player was so good, we closed the place. The bartender was very good. I started with two Old Fashions and his pours were very good, but this comes with a price. Cant remember the exact price, but considering the pour, not a bad deal. We ended up having several more drinks...we were into the whole vibe! Had some great conversations. Here's the kicker...got up the next morning and I was missing a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses. I looked everywhere. When we walked into town, I go into the Gun Flint and ask the bartender if she could check to see if anyone had found them. My wife and I were saying "right, in this day and time, who turns in a pair of found Ray Bans". The bartender, i think her name was Jennica, took the time to check in the office and then go upstairs to the Nest. I was in shock that she came back with my sunglasses! The guy who cleans up at night (Lennie?) found them and turned them in. The music was great, the drinks were great. Service was excellent.

We spent Friday and Saturday evenings at the bar for dinner, and what stood out most wasn't just…read morethe great food--it was the people. My husband loved the walleye, and everything we had was excellent. Sitting at the bar gave us a chance to watch your team in action. The food runners were so jolly and so interested in making sure you got exactly what you ordered. We noticed the same dishwasher working incredibly hard both nights, and it was obvious that every person plays an important role. The friendly bartenders, servers, kitchen staff, and support staff all worked together seamlessly with genuine pride and teamwork. Great restaurants don't happen by accident. It's clear the manager has built a culture where everyone supports one another and truly cares about the guest experience. We travel extensively, and seeing a team like this is rare. Gun Flint Tavern is a place we always recommend to anyone visiting Grand Marais, and after another wonderful weekend, we'll continue doing exactly that. We can't wait to come back!