Duluth Loves Local Spotlight – Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake

We got together with Old Saw Media to create videos of some of our favorite local businesses. These local spotlight videos were created to show locals and tourists alike what makes each local business unique and special in Duluth, MN. Shopping local means supporting your friends and neighbors, and helps keep our money in the local economy, what’s better than that?

Our first spotlight is with Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake, located on Superior Street. They have been around for 38 years and the new owners are passionate about creating a comfortable place to eat, drink, relax and listen to live music 7 days a week.

Read below to learn more about the owners of Sir Ben’s.

Business Name: Sir Benedict’s Tavern

Owners: Josh and Kaila Stotts

Years in business: 38 years total

Location: 805 E Superior St

Hours: 11am-2am Tues-Sun 11am-1am Mon

Known for: Craft beer, patio, nachos, sandwiches, soup, music and ambiance

How the business started: The building was a boarded up gas station and Barb and Jack Arnold refurbished into Sir Ben’s…first craft beer bar in Duluth

Future plans for the business: Continue taking care of our guests, serving quality food, and craft beer!

Favorite thing about business location: The view

Why Duluth for you personally: Great place to raise a family, lots to do year round, this is my home

Favorite local business in Duluth and why: I like them all, and try to frequent as many as possible. Having a business is not easy, no matter what industry. Those that take the risk, work hard and do a good job deserve the attention from our locals.

Thoughts on Duluth economy: Our economy is improving, we need to continue to collaborate and share in success. We need to still work very hard to attract and retain young professionals and keep people in Duluth.

Working with Old Saw Media: Very comfortable, professional and prompt

Thoughts on Duluth Loves Local: Wonderful company with a positive image and support of the local economy. Continues to highlight local lesser known companies throughout Duluth!

 

Duluth Loves Local
We are a grassroots movement that wants consumers to think local first, and by doing so, positively impact the place we call home: Duluth. We feature and support hard-working Duluth businesses to show the community the diverse business community that make our city so great. We want to create a community of people who value the artisanal details, hard work, and craft that drive our Duluth businesses.