The best cafes in Duluth

17 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Cafes · 17 places · showing the latest additions first

Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

2215 E 2nd St (Superior)

“Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.”

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

627 W Central Entrance

“Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.”

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Dunn Brothers Coffee keeps it close to home with locally roasted, thoughtfully sourced beans and a menu that actually eats like breakfast.…

2401 London Rd

“Dunn Brothers Coffee keeps it close to home with locally roasted, thoughtfully sourced beans and a menu that actually eats like breakfast. Hand-cracked egg sandwiches, fresh pastries, and seasonal specials hit the spot, whether you swing through the drive thru or hang out for a mid-day reset.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 23, 2026

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

307 Canal Park Dr

“Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.”

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Studio Café is that rare Duluth spot where your coffee comes with creative momentum. Order something warm, then settle in to draw,…

102 W Superior St

“Studio Café is that rare Duluth spot where your coffee comes with creative momentum. Order something warm, then settle in to draw, watercolor, sew or crochet while regular poetry meetups, open mics and art-forward clubs keep the space buzzing, making it feel less like a café and more like a community studio.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

1600 Miller Trunk Hwy Space OKI11

“Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.”

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

2 E Central Entrance

“Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.”

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Empire Coffee keeps things interesting with local coffees on tap, new roasts weekly, and baristas who brew every cup one at a time to your…

1204 Tower Ave (Superior)

“Empire Coffee keeps things interesting with local coffees on tap, new roasts weekly, and baristas who brew every cup one at a time to your taste. Settle in with locally baked goodies, browse rotating art shows plus the in-house gallery from hometown favorite Joe Polecheck, and soak up the relaxed, community-first vibe.”

From the Superior newsletter, October 6, 2026

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

2100 London Rd

“Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.”

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At Rogue Eagle Mini Golf, Purple Car Coffeehouse & Cafe serves your caffeine fix with a side of friendly putt-putt energy. It’s the spot to…

26 Waterview Dr (Proctor)

“At Rogue Eagle Mini Golf, Purple Car Coffeehouse & Cafe serves your caffeine fix with a side of friendly putt-putt energy. It’s the spot to meet up, sip something good, then play a round or spectate the chaos... a simple, cheerful change-up from the usual coffee run.”

From the Superior newsletter, September 27, 2026

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Underwood Coffee keeps things interesting with its latest coffees, like Peru Gilmer Cordova. Set up a subscription so you never run out,…

301 W 1st St

“Underwood Coffee keeps things interesting with its latest coffees, like Peru Gilmer Cordova. Set up a subscription so you never run out, snag some merch or a gift card for your favorite caffeine fiend, and keep them in mind for private events or wholesale if your office needs a serious upgrade.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 17, 2026

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At Duluth Coffee Company Coffee Shop & Roastery, globally sourced, farmer-focused coffees are roasted on-site and poured with care. Expect…

105 E Superior St

“At Duluth Coffee Company Coffee Shop & Roastery, globally sourced, farmer-focused coffees are roasted on-site and poured with care. Expect seasonal single origins, a rotating subscription if your mornings need surprises, plus classes and gear so your home brews graduate from meh to mighty.”

From the Duluth newsletter, October 6, 2026

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Need a quick Canal Park reset, with the bonus of great smells? The Coffee Bar at Naturalight Co. pours espresso drinks, classic drip, and…

394 S Lake Ave Ste 208

“Need a quick Canal Park reset, with the bonus of great smells? The Coffee Bar at Naturalight Co. pours espresso drinks, classic drip, and specialty sips using locally roasted beans, all tucked inside Duluth’s candle store in the DeWitt-Seitz Marketplace, which makes your latte break feel downright hygge.”

From the Duluth newsletter, October 1, 2026

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Perk Place Coffeehouse is an easy win this week, keeping Duluth buzzing with from-scratch pastries, a full espresso bar featuring Duluth…

1336 W Arrowhead Rd · ✓ checked Jul 30

“Perk Place Coffeehouse is an easy win this week, keeping Duluth buzzing with from-scratch pastries, a full espresso bar featuring Duluth Coffee Company beans, fruit smoothies, and breakfast items whenever the craving hits. Family-owned since 2013, it’s the kind of spot that learns your order and your name.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Kitchen & Bar at Duluth Coffee Company is the cozy move when you want farmer-focused, made-from-scratch plates with legitimately great…

107 E Superior St · ✓ checked Jul 30

“Kitchen & Bar at Duluth Coffee Company is the cozy move when you want farmer-focused, made-from-scratch plates with legitimately great coffee, plus a proper bar for mimosas or a Bloody Mary, all backed by DCC’s origin-obsessed roasting team.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace serves up specialty coffee, handcrafted food, and beer, plus a cozy market showcasing Duluth makers. Go for…

1917 W Superior St

“Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace serves up specialty coffee, handcrafted food, and beer, plus a cozy market showcasing Duluth makers.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Wired Whisker is Duluth’s cat cafe serving craft coffee, refreshing beverages, and locally-made baked goods alongside quality time in their…

1823 E Superior St

“Wired Whisker is Duluth’s cat cafe serving craft coffee, refreshing beverages, and locally-made baked goods alongside quality time in their cat lounge with adoptable felines from Animal Allies Humane Society, Pet Haven, and Carlton County Animal Rescue.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 13, 2026

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