Great fish tacos and sandwiches!…read more And the fish is fresh - we regularly see staff members walking across the boardwalk to Halverson's to pick up the fish fillets and smoked whitefish. Interesting brews and ciders on tap. Great place to hang on Sunday afternoons to listen to tunes. It is everything you need for a great Lake Superior summer experience.

Great food, beer and friendly people! Pizza is fantastic dogs are great, can't go wrong by eating…read morehere! Can't beat the atmosphere!

We came here pretty late after an all day kayak tour and some hikes, and the food/service were…read morefantastic! My husband tried the whitefish livers, and they were delicious! I had some onion rings (the best I've ever had!) and some fried whitefish (also delicious!). It was such a nice experience and it's family-owned too!

This is our second (annual) visit to Poncho's for lunch on our trip to the South Shore. We like…read morethis place very much. Clean and "modern" although decorated as a hunting lodge replete with taxidermied heads of deer and bear. Very friendly staff. The menu had changed substantially from October 2024. Husband had the bourbon bacon burger on ciabatta with onion rigns and he ate every last crumb. It looked delicious. I had the fish tacos, which they are evidently known for. However they were out of whitefish that day so substituted trout with my approval. They were OK, the fine breading was a little tough and there was way too much fish on each tortilla. I wasted over half of the fish. Three huge tacos was too many, I would in retrospect suggest a choice of one, two or three. The slaw was not pineapple slaw as listed but still tasty. The french fries were hot and crispy, I am a french fry lover. We'll be back next visit.

Had a great time at Fat Radish during our Labor Day trek to Bayfield County!…read more The Friday All You Can Eat Fish Fry was excellent (for only $16?!!!!), as both the whitefish and trout were fresh and well breaded, the included potatoes and green beans were well seasoned, and the salad was cold and refreshing. My partner's Lake Superior Fish Tacos ($12) were also excellent, with the only regret that they weren't more of them. Finally, the service was excellent: we wanted to catch the sunset at the Cornucopia Beach and they rushed an order of trout out to us so we could make it. The combo of great food, excellent price and outstanding service make Fat Radish a definite must visit in Bayfield County.

This place went out of business over 2 years ago. They moved to Washburn 20 miles south and it…read moreappears they are out of business again. 0 of 5 stars

Best salmon ever!!!!! Thank you. I stop everytime near Duluth. Service is exceptional too.read more

My own personal mistake should not be a ding against the excellence that is Russ Kendall's Smoke…read moreHouse. Those who listen to my cautionary tale may end up fairing better for themselves should you decide to make the trek and find yourself at this magnificent smoked seafood counter. But first, for the love of god, if you are here you are a stone's throw from Lake Superior which is perhaps one of the best places for fish in the country. You may like salmon. Russ Kendall may do a great job with salmon. But don't sleep on those fish that were plucked from these frigid waters. This mindset had me eyeing the walleye and the jumbo whitefish sections. I wanted to buy both, but this was just one of many smoked fish destinations on my list for the week. I hate wasting food, and there is only so much my family can eat. Despite what others may suggest, I am not about to freeze beautiful smoked fish. My hope was that pieces in the case might be able to be cut down. But those hopes were dashed. I get it. That's fine. Policy. Mess. Time. Workflow. Yadda yadda yadda. The walleye pieces were big, but the helpful clerk found a smaller one just for me. Now, as the fish selection process was happening, more and more people were funneling into the shop. My wife was getting antsy. She wanted me to make up my mind and leave. And she had a point. However, that smaller piece was from the meaty and lean tail end of the fish. In a panic I gave the piece a thumbs up, and the clerk wrapped it up for me. This was my one great regret. Not just of this shopping trip, but of my whole vacation. I should have opted for a larger piece that was fat and juicy. That same helpful clerk did indeed find me a gorgeous hunk of lake whitefish that was delightfully fatty, and eating it made me smile with delight. Of course, different people can prefer different pieces of fish. Just like there are some chicken wing lovers who prefer the drummette and others who prefer the flat. If everyone liked the same thing, the world would be a pretty dull place. I guess what I'm saying is don't panic. Know in advance the cuts in the case are the cuts that are available for sale. Find the pieces that call you. If it ends up being a little more fish than you wanted, so be it. This stuff is so good you'll find a way to get it down without denigrating it to the freezer. For those who need crackers, like my wife and kid, there are sleeves for sale. As far as I'm concerned, those crackers are just taking up space in my belly that could be used for more fish. One last thing. Okay, maybe a few last things. Let's call it a lightning round: This isn't a restaurant. It's a takeaway smoked fish shop. It's small. It's busy. It's efficient. It's a regional treasure. Get there. Eat local smoked fish. Salmon isn't local to Minnesota. Get it fatty. Do not fear heads, or skin, or bones. The good stuff takes a little extra work, but it's worth it! You've got this. Now eat well.

Online reservations only allowed us to make a 5 and 4 person reservation. We were out and about so…read moredid not call. When we arrived they were able to accommodate us all at one table even though we were willing to split. Everyone's meal was amazing. Some great cocktails too. Highly recommend the Steak Oscar. Our server Ryan was Top Tier. So friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. He had a voice like butter to boot. He made our night perfect as 3 generations celebrated our mother's birthday.

For 10 years as we pass this restaurant we swear we're going for dinner. We finally did it. A…read moreSaturday night no problem getting reservations at 4:30, we still arrived early. A great window seat. They didn't have a brewed iced tea, but I wanted something homemade.Scrub it is. Lavender, basil, and vinegar. Sounds weird yet absolutely delicious. A very thirst quenching fizzy drink. I started with a duck chowder. A generous cup of the best. No matter what the chowder is here, get it. It's very well balanced and so creamy. I got a green salad which was average. We both got the butcher's steak. It's sliced with a delicious cognac sauce. Tender and a perfect MR. It includes a side. I got some creamy mashed potatoes. Basil got wild rice. Something I don't order anymore cause it's usually so damn dull. Not here, nothing like it anywhere. I'm just gobbling it up. Next time. We shared a strawberry shortcake. In reality it was a piece of strawberry cake. Nothing shortcake about it. I just had a few bites. As I left I spotted a plate of the watermelon mozzarella salad. The guy told me it was amazing, next time for that too. That could fill in as dessert also. Ben was the best waiter, so helpful to these first timers and he looks forward to seeing us next year. An interesting place with all tourists. You get such a mix of casual and fancy the menu is the same way. Yet it all fits in. A fun drive from the hotel and A great experience.

Whenever we are in Ashland I love coming to Deep Water. The food is so good here and the staff is…read morelovely. Even on a Friday, we got right in for dinner. My husband did the whitefish Cajun style. I did the whitefish broiled with light salt (hello, DASH diet). My son had the mac n cheese. We were all delighted with a delicious and healthy meal. The wild rice was especially nice as a side. We will back. Thank-you! Being here makes me feel right at home again!

Second visit to Deep Water Grill. Actually last time we went to The Alley…read more We both had the whitefish sandwich one breaded and one Cajun grilled. Both were really well done. I could have used a bit more spice on my Cajun grilled. Very good portions. Had a side salad that was also well done. Generous amount of waffle fries. Nice wine for a house Chardonnay. They had Yeungling on tap. Sat in the bar area. Service from the bar and it really good. No problems! Nice stop when in Ashland

And we did return - 2 days later!…read more We arrived at 5 on Wednesday; plenty of seating was available inside and out. We ordered the Madeline Island Pizza and the Black and Blue Salad (w/blackened fish). Both were delicious!

Our breakfast was exceptional! It was so good that we're going back tomorrow. The service was…read morewonderful, and we loved that they allow dogs on the screened patio. This is going to be our breakfast spot every time we visit Bayfield from now on.

Had a visit to Ashland decided to try the restaurant. And glad we did…read more Great corner place and atmosphere was enjoyable We were there at lunch. Had a whitefish sandwich and a salad. Each of us also had the soup of the day. The soup was tremendous. Whitefish was so well done. Nice size bun to not overwhelm the fish. To top it off we splurged and split a berry crisp with ice cream on it. Just fantastic. Side note lemonade and fresh tea were very nice as well. Check the hours before you go. No weekends. Found the service very friendly. We'll be back. New favorite in Ashland.

I am so thankful we picked this place for lunch. It's comfortable casual decor, but the food is…read morewhat really grabs the attention. I had a cup of the fish chowder along with the recommended seasonal tomato and mozzarella appetizer. My husband had a salad with whitefish on top. I was licking the bowl & the plate, savoring each bite. I'm guessing our waiter was the owner and his recommendations were really helpful. Service was very attentive and the price paid for our meal was extremely fair If you're in Ashland and want some great grub, come here. You won't be disappointed.

We have been meaning to try this place for years and today was the day!…read more Parking: There is a free parking lot or store we parking. Ambiance: This is located inside a building with other food and trinkets! Definitely worth checking everything out after you eat! These guys are located on the lower level! There is truly character in this basement level. If you know the "vibes" of Duluth, this definitely has that charm! When it's warm out, definitely worth taking the food to go and sitting out by superior! The service: polite and very quick to move through a very busy lunch line. Food: my boyfriend got the clubhouse toasted! That was the right move, definitely do that! I got the Cedars secret. The turkey is sooo flavorful!! I mean holy moly! It also comes on a pillowy soft naan bread! They do have gluten free option! I would highly recommend this place for a fresh bite!

Was the hour wait worth it? Not really. Was it good? Yes…read more Dined on a Tuesday afternoon. 30 minute wait to place order, then 30 minute wait for the food. The sandwiches are creative and the meats are fresh. It just didn't blow me away to justify an hour wait. On the plus side, they serve beer. Make sure you grab a few for the wait.

This restaurant felt like a traditional Midwestern restaurant and bar, but the menu has many more…read morecontemporary items. I had a spinach and chicken quesadilla. The filling was delicious, but it was very greasy. I used a napkin to soak up some grease. The roasted vegetables were very overcooked, salty and I did not expect Lima beans in the medley. Service was cheerful and prompt.

Victorian themed restaurant and inn. Very small town charm like Downton Abbey and Gilmore Girl…read morehybrid. I was expecting Lorelei to walk into reception area at any moment with a cup of coffee. Foods are excellent We had 5 course tasting menu that way we can taste most of the foods. Fortunately This is a very fine dining with moderate portion not giant. The highlights are definitely: Caesar salad - made old fashioned way you can taste the anchovy Mushroom soup - almost like French onion soup but mushroom and without overwhelming cheese on top. It's so nice and light. Perfect start to a meal seafood ravioli served with salmon - ravioli is definitely the star . The salmon is just some back up dancer. That Ravioli is magic. Umami bomb definitely taste the ocean (in a good way) and the butter and all the good things in life. For desert - the berry cobbler is special of the day and it is just phenomenal. All great texture are there. Chewy crust. Explosive berry flavors à la mode. After dinner. You can hang out at the porch there's swing. Nice chairs overlook the lake. Next time we should probl stay here