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Visiting the Twin Ports

Thinking about visiting the Twin ports area but don’t know where to go? Check out our recommendations for queer owned and queer friendly establishments below to plan your visit!

Where to Eat

  • Lake Avenue Restaurant & Bar
    394 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802

    “Lake Avenue continues to focus on locavore cuisine, Midwestern spirits, and varietal wine. We support the creativity of our staff and local community. We encourage patrons to take their time dining with us, to explore their palettes, and to try something new”

  • Dovetail Cafe
    1917 W Superior St, Duluth, MN 55806

    “Where the community comes together to enjoy specialty coffee, handcrafted food, and beer”

  • Northern Waters Smokehaus
    394 S Lake Ave Ste LL1, Duluth, MN 55802

    “Smoked-fish specialist also offering artisanal smoked meats & a sizable menu of gourmet sandwiches.”

  • Pizza Lucé
    11 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55802

    “Local pizzeria chain serving creative pies, pasta & hoagies, plus beer & wine, in a casual setting.”

  • 7 West Taphouse
    1319 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880

    “Casual, family-friendly eatery that serves burgers, fries, and craft beer, as well as a variety of other tap-poured beverages, burgers and tacos.”

Where to Stay

  • Barkers Island Inn
    300 Marina Dr, Superior, WI 54880

    “Overlooking Lake Superior and just minutes from Duluth, our full-service hotel features flexible meeting spaces, on-site dining, and easy access to outdoor adventures”

  • The Androy
    1213 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880

    “The restaurant and lobby have been renovated, but careful attention was paid to preserve all historic value. The hotel is surrounded by restaurants, bars and other things to do around town.”

  • Cobblestone Hotel & Suites
    1102 Tower Avenue Superior, WI 54880-1523

    “Nearby you’ll find many public boat landings include Arrowhead Public Boat landing in addition to Fairlawn Mansion & Museum and SS Meteor Whaleback Ship Museum. Just a short drive across Saint Louis River is AMSOIL Arena, Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, and Great Lake Aquarium”

Where to Visit

  • The Main Club
    1217 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880

    “The Main Club is the longest standing GLBTAQI bar and club located in the heart of Superior, created to give a social atmosphere that holds true to its roots.”

  • The Superior Flame Nightclub
    1612 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880

  • The Flame Nightclub Duluth
    28 N 1st Ave W, Duluth, MN 55802

    “Casual LGBT+ nightclub with a dance floor offering drag shows & a basement lounge in laid-back digs”

  • The Boreal House
    330 N 57th Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807

    “The Boreal House has 16 different taps, hand crafted cocktails and snacks to enjoy inside or on our covered patio. Our atmosphere is casual and inviting, we’re here for the fun. Whether you’re done with work or wanting to watch some football, we’re the spot for you.”

  • Studio Cafe
    102 W Superior St, Duluth, MN 55802

    “Our creative mediums are the beverages that we serve, the food that we create, and the space in which we welcome you. We take pride in evolving our offerings, how they are presented, and your experiences in our café as time goes on.”