Local Restaurants Near Loon Point Resort
One of the best parts of visiting Northern Minnesota is discovering the locally owned restaurants, cafés, and gathering places that give the area its character.
Whether you are craving a hearty breakfast, a casual burger, homemade soup, pizza, steak or a locally brewed beer, you will find several welcoming small family-owned businesses within an easy drive of Loon Point Resort. These are not national chains—they are independent establishments where friendly service and Northwoods hospitality are part of the experience.
Trailside Restaurant & Bar
Bigfork, Minnesota | Approximately 2.7 miles from Loon Point Resort
Trailside Restaurant & Bar is one of the closest dining options to the resort and is family-owned and operated. Its rustic log-building setting makes it feel like a natural extension of a Northwoods vacation. The menu includes burgers, pizza, homemade soups, wings, prime rib specials, and casual comfort food.
Why visit: Trailside is the convenient choice when you want a satisfying meal without traveling far. It is especially appealing after a day of fishing, boating, ATV riding, or exploring the area. Trailside is right on the ATV and snowmobile trail.
Local tip: Watch for rotating specials and prime rib nights.
Address: 29314 County Road 52, Bigfork, MN
Phone: 218-245-0213
Our favorites: John always orders the chicken tenders! When Sherrie is in the mood for a burger, it’s the patty melt, and when she wants to splurge a little, it’s a steak. Hands down the best steak I’ve ever had at a restaurant.
Antler Lodge
Bigfork, Minnesota | Approximately 7.4 miles from Loon Point Resort
Antler Lodge is a classic Northern Minnesota lodge restaurant filled with rustic antiques, artifacts, and wildlife mounts. Guests can enjoy burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, prime rib, cocktails, and daily specials in one of its rustic dining rooms or at the long lodge bar.
Why visit: The historic lodge atmosphere makes Antler Lodge more than just a meal. It is a fun, authentic Northwoods stop near Scenic State Park and a good choice for families, couples, and groups.
Address: 51754 Scenic Highway 7, Bigfork, MN
Phone: 218-245-1136
Our favorites: Sherrie goes for the Bourbon Burger and the salad bar while John gets the shrimp basket.
Pizza Parlor
Bigfork, Minnesota
Bigfork’s locally owned Pizza Parlor is a casual community favorite serving thin-crust pizza and a broader restaurant menu. Its Main Street location makes it an easy stop while visiting Bigfork or exploring the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway.
Why visit: Pizza is always a good vacation-night solution, especially when nobody feels like cooking. This is a relaxed, family-friendly option that works well for dine-in or takeout back to your cabin.
Address: 201 Main Avenue, Bigfork, MN
Phone: 218-743-3633
Our favorites: Hands down the BEST pizza in the area and the patty melt!
Timberwolf Inn Restaurant & Lounge
Marcell, Minnesota
The Timberwolf Inn offers one of the area’s more complete dinner experiences. Its menu ranges from homemade soups and sandwiches to steak and seafood entrées, along with chef specials and a nightly salad bar featuring homemade dressings. The restaurant also has a lounge and outdoor gathering areas.
Why visit: Timberwolf is a good choice when you want something more substantial than standard bar-and-grill fare. It works especially well for a date night, family dinner or special evening during your stay.
Worth trying: The homemade Bavarian pretzel with cheese sauce, seafood and steak selections, or one of the rotating chef specials.
Address: 50021 Jack the Horse Lake Road, Marcell, MN
Phone: 218-832-3990
Our favorites: Too many to mention!!!
The Pine Cone Café
Marcell, Minnesota
The Pine Cone Café is a cozy local café serving breakfast and lunch, including soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, baked goods, coffee and hand-dipped ice cream. It is frequently described by area businesses and visitors as a local favorite.
Why visit: This is the place to go for a relaxed breakfast, a homemade lunch or a sweet treat while exploring Marcell and the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway.
Best for: Breakfast, lunch, coffee, baked goods and ice cream.
Location: Marcell, MN
Phone: 218-832-4444
Our favorites: Too many to mention!!!
