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Places to Eat in Ely

Discover our favorite places to eat in Ely, MN. From charming cafes to savory diners, explore a diverse range of dining options in this Northern Minnesota town. Find your next favorite eatery and savor the flavors of Ely.

Boathouse Brew Pub

Ely’s only brew pub featuring it’s own great beers and an extensive menu with treats such as fish and chips made with walleye.

49 East Sheridan Street, Ely

(218) 365-4301
Boundary Waters Kitchen and Market

This small bistro has lovely desserts, soups and specials. It is also an organic market where you can find great healthy foods to buy.  The kitchen makes take and bake at home tasty meals and great eat in choises.

141 East Chapman Street, Ely

(218) 365-2799
Brittons

Home style cooking at this café can’t be beat.

5 East Chapman Street, Ely

(218) 365-3195
Frisky Otter

Ely's newest eating establishment is opening in April 2024.  A full menu of steaks, chops, fish , pasta dishes and gourmet sandwitches is planned.  Martinis, fine wine and craft beers are all available.  We all look forward to trying it out for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

218-235-6266
Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium

A great place for soup and sandwich and breakfast.

955 East Sheridan Street, Ely

(218) 365-7345
Grand Ely Lodge Evergreen Restaurant

Just a short walk from Raven’s Wing, this restaurant boasts a great view of Shagawa Lake and has some of our favorite appetizers and a full menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  The wild mushroom ravioli is one of our favorites.  

400 North Pioneer Road, Ely

(218) 365-6875
Insula Restaurant

A great place for fine dining and our favorite place to celebrate life’s special events.  

145 East Sheridan Street, Ely

(218) 365-4855
Northern Grounds

This coffee house, wine bar, and restaurant is a great place for specialty coffees, fine wines and a light menu.  They host regular wine tasting events that are great fun.

2 West Sheridan Street, Ely

(218) 365-6010