Dining
in Cook County
Planning your wilderness adventure starts here. We’re your source for northern Minnesota tourism information and guidance. We’ve curated this extensive list of dining, local services and shopping opportunities to help our visitors craft the perfect Cook County getaway.
Local businesses are essential to Cook County. They contribute to our culture and delight our visitors with extensive knowledge and expertise to share. If you have any questions along the way, we, and our local business owners, will be more than happy to help.
Browse our local service listing below. You can narrow your search by the communities you plan to visit. Be sure to click the Visit Cook County compass to add ideas to your trip planner. You can find and review your trip planner anytime under Plan – Trip Planner.
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Wunderbar Eatery & Glampground
Wunderbar features an expanded menu from our very talented head chef, Jordan Dash. Now serving Friday Fish Fry!
*Peterson Craft Meats Burger - Cheddar cheese, ...
Wunderbar features an expanded menu from our very talented head chef, Jordan Dash. Now serving Friday Fish Fry!
*Peterson Craft Meats Burger - Cheddar cheese, Peterson Craft Meats bacon, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, red onion
*Cry Baby Craig's Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich - Lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayo
*Savory Wunder Puffs - House made, deep fried puffs of pure delight, w/yogurt yum dip
*Basket of House Cut Fries
*Hand Battered Onion Rings - Spicy Wunder Dip
*Cinnamon Sugar Cashews
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1615 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-877-7655
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Moguls Grille & Tap Room
Slope-side ski-in/ski-out restaurant and tap room. Also accessible by snowmobile and hiking trails. Full menu of American Cuisine. Inside fireplace dining or outdoor patio.
Slope-side ski-in/ski-out restaurant and tap room. Also accessible by snowmobile and hiking trails. Full menu of American Cuisine. Inside fireplace dining or outdoor patio.
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371 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen, MN 55612
218-663-3020
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Gunflint Lodge Dining: Justine’s Dining Room and Red Paddle Bistro
Justine’s at Gunflint Lodge offers authentic lodge dining with fireplace, full-service bar and patio featuring a panoramic view of Gunflint Lake. Serving ...
Justine’s at Gunflint Lodge offers authentic lodge dining with fireplace, full-service bar and patio featuring a panoramic view of Gunflint Lake. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you'll enjoy hearty Northwoods fare and creative use of native ingredients, including berries, wild rice, and walleye prepared more ways than you can count!
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143 S. Gunflint Lake Road, Grand Marais, MN 55604
800-328-3325
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Raven Rock Grill at Skyport Lodge
Kids are heartily welcomed by the family business-we offer a healthful kids menu and activity bags to keep the little ones busy during ...
Kids are heartily welcomed by the family business-we offer a healthful kids menu and activity bags to keep the little ones busy during their visit.
The lunch menu features small bites, hand-pattied ground chuck burgers, sandwiches, and salads. The dinner menu has entrees like the Canadian Walleye dinner, 10-ounce hand cut ribeye steak, and Walleye Tacos. The dessert menu features locally made favorites-with key lime pie from the Pie Place and chocolate truffles from the Gunflint Mercantile.
Raven Rock Grill offers a full bar featuring beers on tap from Voyageur Brewing Co. and Castle Danger Brewery.
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205 Fireweed Lane, Grand Maraias, MN 55604
218-387-9414
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Papa Charlie’s Tavern at Lutsen Mountains
Enjoy family dining in our mountain view dining room or relax in the expansive bar. In the summer months enjoy outdoor deck dining with spectacular ...
Enjoy family dining in our mountain view dining room or relax in the expansive bar. In the summer months enjoy outdoor deck dining with spectacular view of Moose Mountain. We are the region’s game-day and live music headquarters featuring a full line up of entertainment during the ski season, and Saturday entertainment in the summer.
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445 Ski Hill Road, Lutsen, MN 55612
218-663-7281
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Island View Dining & Antler’s Lounge
The Island View Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring delicious Northwoods regional specialties like fresh local fish and tender steaks. We are fully ...
The Island View Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring delicious Northwoods regional specialties like fresh local fish and tender steaks. We are fully licensed with a wide selection of wines, spirits, and beer. The restaurant is open 7 days a week. Reservations are recommended for parties of 12 people or more.
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25 Marina Rd. Grand Portage, MN 55605
218-475-2900
Dairy Queen
Full Grill & Chill menu of food, artisan-style sandwiches, snack melts and of course DQ cones, ice cream bars, frozen cakes, Orange Julius fruit smoothies and ...
Full Grill & Chill menu of food, artisan-style sandwiches, snack melts and of course DQ cones, ice cream bars, frozen cakes, Orange Julius fruit smoothies and Blizzards! Stop in the Visitor Information Center for coupon specials.
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120 W. Highway 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-9809
Cook County Whole Foods Co-Op
Whether you’re grocery shopping or looking for a quick food stop along the North Shore, you’ll find organic, local and delicious food at ...
Whether you’re grocery shopping or looking for a quick food stop along the North Shore, you’ll find organic, local and delicious food at the Cook County Whole Foods Co-op. Open Sundays.
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20 E. 1st St., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2503
Coho Café & Bakery
Kick back with an espresso or glass of wine in our casual, yet chic north shore bistro. Sample the award-winning pizza, homemade breads, or specialty ...
Kick back with an espresso or glass of wine in our casual, yet chic north shore bistro. Sample the award-winning pizza, homemade breads, or specialty soups and salads.
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218-663-8032
Bluefin Grille
Experience the Bluefin Grille's sophisticated yet casual atmosphere while savoring the most breathtaking views on the Shore and enjoying our regionally inspired cuisine.
Experience the Bluefin Grille's sophisticated yet casual atmosphere while savoring the most breathtaking views on the Shore and enjoying our regionally inspired cuisine.
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7192 W. Highway 61, Tofte, MN 55615
218-663-6200
Blue Water Cafe
Blue Water is a favorite place to eat in Grand Marais, MN and is on the harbor of Lake Superior. It's "The Meeting Place in ...
Blue Water is a favorite place to eat in Grand Marais, MN and is on the harbor of Lake Superior. It's "The Meeting Place in Grand Marais". Serving American fare at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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20 Wisconsin St., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-1597
Cascade Lodge Restaurant
Award winning Cascade Restaurant features home-cooking at it's best. Serving Breakfast, lunch and dinner with appetizers 1/2 price during daily Happy Hour.
Award winning Cascade Restaurant features home-cooking at it's best. Serving Breakfast, lunch and dinner with appetizers 1/2 price during daily Happy Hour.
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3719 W. Highway 61, Lutsen, MN 55612
218-387-1112 ext. 102
Dockside Fish Market & Deli
Specializing in local fresh fish & brown sugar brine smoked fish from Minnesota's North Shore since 1998. Located in Grand Marais, MN, along Hwy 61, nestled lakeside ...
Specializing in local fresh fish & brown sugar brine smoked fish from Minnesota's North Shore since 1998. Located in Grand Marais, MN, along Hwy 61, nestled lakeside at the base of the Gunflint Trail. With decades of commercial fishing experience, this family run business strives for perfection.
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418 W. Highway 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2906
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