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    Blue Water Cafe

    410 Reviews
    #11 of 23 Restaurants in Grand Marais
    $$ - $$$
    Diner
    , American, Cafe
    20 W Wisconsin St, Grand Marais, MN 55604-5017
    +1 218-387-1597
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    Overview
    4.0
    410 reviews
    • Excellent42%
    • Very good37%
    • Average17%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible2%
    Travellers talk about
    “hash browns” (32 reviews)
    “hot turkey sandwich” (6 reviews)
    “swedish pancakes” (15 reviews)
    Open Now
    7:00 am - 7:00 pm Hours
    CUISINES
    Diner, American, Cafe, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
    RATINGS
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    LOCATION
    20 W Wisconsin St, Grand Marais, MN 55604-5017
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    1 - 10 of 410 reviews

    Reviewed 5 March 2018
    July Fun

    Our stop at Blue Water Cafe was well worth the trip. The staff was exceptional and the food fantastic.

    Thank 507lynettee
    Reviewed 5 February 2018
    Two great meals over two days

    Great coffee, wonderful menu and delightful service. We sat down, menus and coffee under 60 seconds were in front of us. I had eggs and hash browns one day. A caramel roll the next. Gallons of good coffee each time. My wife loves the swedish...More

    Thank tfMN
    Reviewed 29 January 2018 via mobile
    Great breakfast

    Really delicious breakfast and good service. Probably the best place for a sit down breakfast in town.

    Thank Rpod-lady
    Reviewed 10 November 2017
    Herring for breakfast? Yummmmm

    I love the feel of this cafe, like time stood still and kept the very best aspects of cafes of yore. Great breakfast choices plus some dandy options like Lake Superior herring, if the season's right and if you're in the mood, which I pretty...More

    Thank Kathleen K
    Reviewed 29 October 2017
    Popular diner

    They serve generous portions, pretty good for diner food. We had eggs and hash browns, they have good coffee.

    Thank rowsdowwwer
    Reviewed 25 October 2017 via mobile
    Delicious Swedish Pancakes

    The Swedish pancake breakfast with Lingonberry is a must try! Busy place, good coffee and great service.

    Thank Marcie L
    Reviewed 21 October 2017
    "old" style modern cafe

    Airy, clean, modern diner take on old style local diners! Friendly staff, good menu of local and traditional fare. I went for an early Friday nite fish-fry, all you can eat Herring for $12.95. VERY GOOD tasting and value. Also had local beer with meal>...More

    Thank MALsVETTE
    Reviewed 20 October 2017
    "Great late night breakfast!"

    We were craving some breakfast for dinner. Everything on the menu sounded great. Stuck with the tried and true ham and cheese omelet. It was hot and delicious. Mama had the Blueberry pancakes. Also delicious. Enjoy.

    Thank M W
    Reviewed 18 October 2017
    Lots of good choices

    My husband had a great haddock dish which he really enjoyed and was happy he had leftovers. My fish wrap was delicious also. We tried to come for breakfast the next day but it was packed!

    Thank KittSt_Paul_MN
    Reviewed 16 October 2017 via mobile
    Breakfast

    Very busy and well established cafe. Service was prompt as was our order. Great customer base and due to that, there’s a minimal wait during the breakfast hours in the morning. Nice menu selection and they serve breakfast all day long. Very impressed with our...More

    Thank 97randyp

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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    USD 3 - USD 19
    Cuisine
    Diner, American, Cafe, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards
    Good for
    Child-friendly, Kids, Local cuisine
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Monday
    7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Tuesday
    7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Wednesday
    7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Thursday
    7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Friday
    7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Saturday
    7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 20 W Wisconsin St, Grand Marais, MN 55604-5017
    • Location: United States  >  Minnesota (MN)  >  Grand Marais
    • Phone Number: +1 218-387-1597
    Description
    Family friendly cafe where the locals go! It's "The Meeting Place In Grand Marais". We serve breakfast all day.
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