At Restaurant 301 here in Duluth, Minnesota, we welcome you to join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner in our warm and inviting space. We like to think of our space as approachable sophistication. Dine on the inspirations of Executive Chef, Kevin Ilenda, as you enjoy a delicious or as we might say, "scrumdiddlyumpious" glass of wine by the flickering light of our fireplace.
No matter how far from home you travel or close to home you are, you will find Restaurant 301 ideally located in the HART district of downtown Duluth. From business suits to fleece you will find our approachable sophistication showcasing hand crafted meals and world class wines. Connect with coworkers, gather the neighborhood friends and raise a glass, break bread and celebrate with us.
No matter how far from home you travel or close to home you are, you will find Restaurant 301 ideally located in the HART district of downtown Duluth. From business suits to fleece you will find our approachable sophistication showcasing hand crafted meals and world class wines. Connect with coworkers, gather the neighborhood friends and raise a glass, break bread and celebrate with us.
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Our cuisine is inspired by Executive Chef Kevin Ilenda. A Duluth native, Ilenda has over 10 years of experience creating handcrafted cuisine, while spotlighting the seasonality in the northland. An appetizing Duluth destination, Restaurant 301, originally opened as 'The Great Room' in its current location at the Sheraton Duluth Hotel in May of 2007.
Our guests have access to complimentary covered parking in the Medical District ramp located between 3rd and 4th Avenue East on First Street. Park in the ramp and access our restaurant via the skyway to the Sheraton Duluth Hotel. A great feature in cold winter months like, January, February, March, April.
Restaurant 301 is located in the Sheraton Duluth Hotel on Superior Street. We sit in the heart of the up and coming entertainment district of downtown Duluth. Our guests have access to complimentary covered parking in the ramp located between 3rd and 4th Avenue East on First Street.
Restaurant 301 is an approachable sophistication dining experience in Duluth where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner fireside, with local flavors and Chef Kevin Ilenda's inspired menus.
Restaurant 301 is an approachable sophistication dining experience in Duluth where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner fireside, with local flavors and Chef Kevin Ilenda's inspired menus.
Reviews (28)
Carissa E.
Jan 05, 2022
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The hotel is beautiful and in great shape. This bar and restaurant is no different, it's very chic and beautiful. I wish I could say the same for the food. The service was great our waiter was friendly everything came in a timely manner, but my god that food was horrible. I hate to say, it's very rare that I have something negative to say but people should be aware before dining in where they are staying. We didn't want to go out so we decided to dine in the hotel because the menu looked appealing. The calamari was bland and looked like just microwaveable frozen goods. The crusted
Ari G.
Nov 26, 2021
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We didn't have anywhere to go for Thanksgiving, and we saw this place was serving Thanksgiving food. So we made a reservation and went.
First of all - despite all the signs asking people to mask and keep 6 feet apart - we were seated directly in between two other couples, not a foot apart from each other despite most of the room being empty. It felt like the six of us were at one table together. Now, it worked out for us as we are vaccinated and we actually hit it off with one couple sitting beside us, but this would have been a uncomfortable situation many others. If you really want us to
First of all - despite all the signs asking people to mask and keep 6 feet apart - we were seated directly in between two other couples, not a foot apart from each other despite most of the room being empty. It felt like the six of us were at one table together. Now, it worked out for us as we are vaccinated and we actually hit it off with one couple sitting beside us, but this would have been a uncomfortable situation many others. If you really want us to
Alan Wilcox
Aug 29, 2021
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Brendle Corpman
Jun 18, 2021
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Chris Kelly gets all the Kudos. He is the drink and food manager and literally runs the bar and front of the house. So impressed with his knowledge and pure art and creativity of his drink menu!! He literally created his drinks from scratch and added local spin and ingredients. He has a story behind his creations. He is truly in a league of his own! Also we did have food and everything WAS HAND MADE and the Caesar salad was made with romaine lettece....not iceberg. Get your lettuces straight Adam.
Adam F.
Feb 25, 2021
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Ever seen a Cesar salad made with chopped iceberg lettuce? You shouldn't! But if you do, just know this isn't a proper Cesar and should run. As you can see below in the picture, I found 1 actual piece of green lettuce. The highlight of my meal!
Look, if a restaurant can't make a proper Cesar for $12, they probably aren't doing much of anything else right. Be better.
Look, if a restaurant can't make a proper Cesar for $12, they probably aren't doing much of anything else right. Be better.
Sara & Friends
Oct 18, 2020
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Susan Doller
Sep 16, 2020
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Brandon S.
Feb 12, 2020
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Caitlyn Fetter
Oct 09, 2019
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Extremely disappointing. Dishes have no flavors and nothing special. With such a fancy atmosphere, we expected the food to be much higher quality. Paying for the meal could not have taken longer. There were 3 other tables and no service to be seen. We finally decided to pay in cash rather than continuing to wait for the bill to be taken.
Teo P.
Aug 07, 2019
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This restaurant deserves at least a solid 4 stars. I have eaten here 2 evenings in a row. The quality of the food has been perfect. I have had the blueberry, mandarin orange and jicama salad twice, and those were filled with extremely fresh ingredients. It was delicious, hence the reason I ordered it both evenings. I also had the curry seafood stew which was pleasantly flavourful, and no skimping on the seafood. I ordered the soup du hour which was salmon/wild rice. It wasn't quite hot enough for my liking but it was very tasty. The presentation on all dishes was very good.
Katherine P.
Feb 02, 2019
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We decided to stay at the Sheraton specifically since they had a restaurant in the hotel. Unfortunately the quality of food was far from stellar and needs a lot of help. Since we were there during the polar vortex, so dinner at the hotel was our only option. My Caesar salad looked as undesirable as it tasted. Lettuce was wilted, colored brown and was overdressed. Saving grace were the croutons as at least these tasted good, crunchy and salted. Salmon cakes at least had flavor. The next night we had no other option but to eat there again. Decided to try the ravioli and another wrong
Brittany Frank
Nov 16, 2018
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I always eat at the bar which is either packed or completely empty. The small steak salad is a great deal and it's my go to order. The bartenders are polite and attentive. Perfect spot for when you don't feel like leaving the hotel for one of the many options in walking distance or when the lounge has odd options.
Alice Y.
Aug 27, 2018
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This is our 2nd day at Duluth having brunch at Restaurant 301. Fresh ingredients. Flavors were well blended. Server Alexandra is warm and welcoming. Beautiful and relax lake view environment facing the world's largest surface area freshwater lake on the superior st. Would definitely come back if we visit Duluth.
Weisheng K.
Aug 26, 2018
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Craig C.
Aug 25, 2018
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301 also offers dinner. Expensive dinner with frozen food quality. The ravioli was alternatively soggy or pre-aldente (crunchy). Too bad the croutons in the Ceasar salad were not the same. They must have come from a bag opened sometime last year as they offered zero crunch and were picked out. The salmon was soggy and the pilaf it sat on was crunchy. The beef filet was ordered medium but came fully well done. It was a decent piece of meat though. The half chicken was reported as good. Save your money or splurge somewhere else.
Owen B.
Jul 08, 2018
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Sat down for breakfast this morning ordered an English muffin and a couple of eggs. Over 20 minutes later we were still waiting. My wife had water. I did not even have that.
When the waitress approached to fill my wife's water glass I asked her where our food was. "Oh,"she said "we're very busy." There were three other couples in the restaurant. I asked her what she was talking about. "I meant there's so much room service," she exclaimed.
Our order arrive shortly after that, but don't eat here if you expect to have prompt Service.
When the waitress approached to fill my wife's water glass I asked her where our food was. "Oh,"she said "we're very busy." There were three other couples in the restaurant. I asked her what she was talking about. "I meant there's so much room service," she exclaimed.
Our order arrive shortly after that, but don't eat here if you expect to have prompt Service.
Sarah A.
Aug 15, 2017
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This is one of the few breakfast places in duluth. It's in a very convenient location and has a very calm and comforting atmosphere. We enjoyed our breakfast which was beautifully presented. The food is high quality and reasonably priced. The service was great, the servers make you feel welcomed and at ease. It's a great place, but I wish there was more advertising because I didn't know about it and I know so many people who would love this place.
Tina N.
Aug 15, 2017
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Connected to St. Mary's Medical Center and right off Superior Street so it is perfect for traveling workers to grab a quick bite before or during work! Also very classy dinner menu and atmosphere. Half off apps for HH! Happy staff -- it is noticeable how they all get along, work together, and have fun with their jobs!
Jen W.
May 04, 2017
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Alex Koivisto
Jul 03, 2016
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Located off the Sheraton Hotel, it is a missed opportunity for many in the Northland I think.
My wife and I enjoy Restaurant 301 immensely, it is our go-to place to eat on our date nights. The food has always been excellent, and the service has always been prompt and pleasant. We encourage our friends, family, and always refer it to people who are looking for a good place to eat. It can be a little more expensive; but, it is definitely worth the price.
To be honest, Restaurant 301 is to whom we compare most other restaurants to when we dine out.
My wife and I enjoy Restaurant 301 immensely, it is our go-to place to eat on our date nights. The food has always been excellent, and the service has always been prompt and pleasant. We encourage our friends, family, and always refer it to people who are looking for a good place to eat. It can be a little more expensive; but, it is definitely worth the price.
To be honest, Restaurant 301 is to whom we compare most other restaurants to when we dine out.
Eric H.
Mar 10, 2016
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We decided to head out to Restaurant 301 for the "Eat Downtown Restaurant Week." It turns out, that was an excellent decision.
I arrived a bit early, so I took a seat in the waiting area until the rest of my group arrived. The seats in the waiting area were very plush and comfortable. They had a nice warm fire going in the fireplace, which was a nice touch after coming in from the chilly mix of rain and snow coming down outside.
As my group arrived, we were seated right away. Restaurant 301 has a nice overall atmosphere and comfortable chairs.
The service was great.
For a starter
I arrived a bit early, so I took a seat in the waiting area until the rest of my group arrived. The seats in the waiting area were very plush and comfortable. They had a nice warm fire going in the fireplace, which was a nice touch after coming in from the chilly mix of rain and snow coming down outside.
As my group arrived, we were seated right away. Restaurant 301 has a nice overall atmosphere and comfortable chairs.
The service was great.
For a starter
Heidi M.
Nov 18, 2015
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Leez K.
Oct 24, 2015
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Benjamin K.
Apr 11, 2014
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After my 2nd trip to Duluth and 2nd time eating here, I had to leave this place a glowing review. I was pleasantly surprised to find something like merguez sausage on the menu and it was prepared well with an excellent sauce. The bread comes with a balsamic butter which was amazing and the presentation was fabulous.
Service is also fantastic, everyone is warm and helpful. I have eaten at several restaurants in this area including the historic spot down the street but this is definitely the best around. Hotel is the best too. Will be back.
Service is also fantastic, everyone is warm and helpful. I have eaten at several restaurants in this area including the historic spot down the street but this is definitely the best around. Hotel is the best too. Will be back.
Jeremy J.
Apr 03, 2014
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Just wanted to let you know that although our food was really good the time it took to get our meals was ridicules. With 2 of the servings being a salad and dessert I would have expected not to be at dinner for close to 2 hours. I will find it hard for myself to come and dine again at your restaurant. We also had a 3 year old and it would have been nice for them to bring out her meal a little before to distract her. I would expect more for what we paid for dinner.
Peter T.
Jan 18, 2014
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A few years back, a newly built luxe hotel went up in Duluth, a mid-rise Sheraton at the eastern end of downtown. It's across 3rd Avenue from the former Hotel Duluth, which opened with 500 rooms in 1925. The lobby and dining rooms were very ornate, heavily decorated in a Moorish style. While Duluth has many nice inns that fall into the "tourist motel" category, and some spiffy B&Bs in the city's finer old homes, the city really needed a hotel of this nature, and a dining experience to match, which it has in the first floor eatery Restaurant 301, named after the street
Shannon H.
Jan 04, 2012
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I was extremely excited to try out a new restaurant in Duluth. Myself and 5 others went to Restaurant 301 for New Years Eve dinner. When we first sat down we noticed that we were handed a menu with five courses, and it was $65 (quite a bit more than any of us were planning on spending that night). This is part of the reason they lost a star from me as we had made reservations ahead of time, and no one was notified that they had a special menu for the night. We probably would have gone elsewhere if we would have know. But being that it was New Years Eve we figured that every other restaurant would
John Andert
Nov 22, 2009
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We were staying at the Holiday down the street and it was a much needed relief to be surrounded by tall mahogany walls, a quiet fire, and wonderful seats in the beautiful Sheraton Hotel. I am a pianist so I appreciate good posture when eating and it was such a relief not to sit so high or sit so low. Service was very friendly and she even suggested places where to go on our Duluth getaway. The lobby area and the rest of the restaurant was welcoming and warm.
Food was very good. We began with the Turkey Soup where warm Sourdough buns were served. We both had the Walleye dinner. It was presented
Food was very good. We began with the Turkey Soup where warm Sourdough buns were served. We both had the Walleye dinner. It was presented
