Delicious Dining Minutes from Your Condo
From casual bites to fine dining, the Lutsen area offers a wide variety of flavors—all just minutes from your Poplar River Condo.
Here is a list of some of our favorite nearby restaurants:
Coho Café & Bakery
A classic North Shore bistro where you can sample award‑winning pizza, fresh‑baked breads, hearty soups, salads, and decadent bakery treats—perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a picnic to‑go.
Bluefin Grille
A sophisticated–casual lakeside gem offering regionally inspired New‑American cuisine, vegan/vegetarian options, and one of the most breathtaking views on the North Shore.
Moguls Grille & Taproom
A slope‑side, ski‑in/ski‑out favorite located at Caribou Highlands Lodge, serving comfort classics like burgers, pizza, Swedish meatballs, and steak—plus a lively bar atmosphere and live music.
Charlie’s Alpine Bistro
Opened July 2025 at the base of Lutsen Mountains, this refined alpine eatery serves breakfast and dinner in an elegant lodge-style setting with a full bar and regular live music.
Lofty Gondola
A stylish, ski-themed bar perched atop the Scandinavian Chalet—offering cozy modern vibes, live music, and après-ski cocktails in a rustic alpine atmosphere.
Lockport Marketplace & Deli
A beloved Lutsen institution since 1928, this friendly market and café serves breakfast and lunch, groceries, espresso, and homemade fare with a true small-town feel.
Fika Coffee
A cozy, artisanal coffee café and roaster offering lattes, cappuccinos, brewed coffee, teas, locally made sweets, and ice cream—ideal for fueling up on a crisp North Shore morning.
Cascade Restaurant & Pub
Located at Cascade Lodge with distinctive North Shore décor and sweeping Lake Superior views, this spot offers breakfast, dinner, pub fare, cocktails, and vegetarian-friendly options.
Waves of Superior Café
A charming café at Surfside on Lake Superior, offering fresh, seasonal ingredients and sunny lakeside views—ideal for a relaxed breakfast or light lunch.
