No one would ever accuse Minnesota Burger Reporter Kawikamedia of not having a large heart, and when he recently ran across a group of unwashed homeless waifs, he couldn’t help feel sorry for them, and asked if he could take them to McDonalds. The waifs, knowing there is a sucker born every minute, collectively cried… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Hanabi Japanese Cuisine
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Duluth, MN – Duluth Grill
Hot on the heels of Guy Fieri’s visit, Kawikamedia and the Minnesota Burger Posse stopped in at the Duluth Grill to see what all the hubbub was about. One of Duluth’s few 24 hour eateries (this town has no Dennys!), the Grill is ensconced in the industrial section of the city, next to a service… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Duluth Grill
Cloquet, MN – Diners, Drive-ins, and Dive, Dive, Dive!
Gordy’s Hi-Hat, Cloquet, Minnesota, is one of those”local legends” that the media seems to love, it’s been open since 1960. It was started, and is still operated by the family who owned one of Duluth’s (30 miles to the NE) first, and beloved drive-ins, the “London Inn,” a local high school hang out. Duluth teenagers… Continue reading Cloquet, MN – Diners, Drive-ins, and Dive, Dive, Dive!
Duluth, MN – Fitger’s Brewhouse
The old Fitgers Brewery along the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota, is the site of a pretty nice hotel, a smattering of touristy shops, and a couple of dining establishments, including “The Brewhouse.” Minnesota Burger Reporter Kawikamedia stopped in the Brewhouse the other day with an engorged burger posse, and sampled the Red… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Fitger’s Brewhouse
Kawikamedia Cooks Hawaiian Weenies
Our Minnesota Burger Reporter Kawikamedia, lived in Hawaii for a great portion of his life, and still celebrates the state’s culture and food in the frozen tundra of Minnesota. yesterday, he whipped up chili dogs, Hawaiian style! Zippys Chili with beans, Redondo Hawaiian “Winners”, rice and mac salad. His mac salad secret ingredients are Best… Continue reading Kawikamedia Cooks Hawaiian Weenies
Duluth, MN – Ground Round Grill & Bar
The Ground Round was founded by Howard Johnsons in 1969 and what one time had over 300 outlets.. Now a shadow of its former self, Ground Round currently operates about 30 restaurants in 13 states, and is owned by a cooperative of former franchisees, and is based in Freeport, Maine. Some analysts say it may… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Ground Round Grill & Bar
Duluth, MN – Texas Road House
Texas Road House has grown to over 350 locations in 46 states (missing OR, WA, AK, HI), and is on a tear to open new ones in 2010. Headquartered in Louisville, a recent add to their location roster is in Duluth, MN, in the ‘restaurant cluster’ in and around the Miller Hill Mall. The company… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Texas Road House
Castle Danger, MN – Rustic Inn
Everyone talks about the Rustic Inn for its fabulous pies and bountiful breakfasts. Minnesota Monthly called it “one of the secrets of Superior” – a must stop if you are touring in the Lake Superior area. But it’s also the place for great home-cooking with a creative flair throughout the rest of the day, and… Continue reading Castle Danger, MN – Rustic Inn
Duluth, MN – Buffalo Wild Wings
This chain, known for big screamin’ tv’s (the kind you watch) (ok, the kind that you see broadcasts on) and a variety of those now thought of delicacies that we used to just toss out, chicken wings, has opened in Duluth, MN, which must be one of their remote locations. The last time anybody in… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Buffalo Wild Wings
Duluth, MN – The Spot Sports Bar & Grill
Nestled inside the Incline Station Bowling Center, the newly remodeled Spot Sports Bar & Grill, offers typical bar food: burgers, pizza, sandwiches, (menu below) and a host of deep-fried stuff. Why is it called “Incline Station?” No, it’s not because you might be inclined (chortle)to go there, but rather, it sits on the space that… Continue reading Duluth, MN – The Spot Sports Bar & Grill