Northern Waters Smokehaus – American
The air hangs heavy with the intoxicating aroma of hardwood smoke and sea salt, welcoming visitors into a vibrant space where the rugged traditions of the North are elevated to an art form. Glistening fillets of slow-smoked salmon and abundant smörgåsbords anchor the experience, inviting guests to linger over communal platters of artisanal cheeses, savory sliders, and crisp, garden-fresh greens. This is a destination where the soul of the wilderness meets a refined palate, creating a warm, communal atmosphere that celebrates the deep, earthy flavors of the smokehouse.
394 Lake Avenue South, 55802 http://nwsmokehaus.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the intimate setting and attentive service, frequently praising the staff for their regular check-ins and welcoming approach to family dining. Standout dishes include the flavorful soup, which reviewers highlight as a tasty and satisfying choice. Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, the experience is often recommended by diners looking for a warm and reliable meal with friends and family.
Menu
Catering Platters
- Cheese of the Month Selection - $40: Domestic cheeses, seasonal accouterments, crackers, crostini, and seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Platter - $42.5: Atlantic smoked salmon (Dill, Black Pepper & Coriander, Cajun, Traditional), crackers or crostini, scallion cream cheese, seasonal garnish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Antipasti Platter - $42: Salamini, Pepperoni, Saucisson Sec, Smoked Pork Loin with Rosemary and Honey, local cheddars, hard cheeses, and olives Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Smörgåsbord - $60: Smoked whitefish, salumi, smoked ham, country pâté, Boursin or pimiento cheese, cornichon pickles, sauerkraut, crackers, crostinis, sweety drop peppers, seasonal fruit, and almonds Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sliders Platter - $45: Sage-Maple Smoked Turkey, Berkshire Ham, and Smoked Berkshire Pancetta on brioche buns with local butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bestsellers Platter - $68: Cajun Finn, Cold Turkey, Pastrami Mommy, and Sitka Sushi sandwiches Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Platter - $58: Fuzzy Bunny (vegetarian) and Spring Roll (vegan) offerings with fresh vegetables and smoked tofu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- NWS Super Salad - $75: Haus-smoked traditional salmon, cilantro, mixed greens, pickled ginger, shredded cabbage, cucumber, tomato, Marcona almonds, sesame oil, wasabi mayo & Sriracha Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan NWS Super Salad - $60: Mixed greens, cilantro, pickled ginger, shredded cabbage, cucumber, tomato, Marcona almonds, sesame oil, and Sriracha Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Smoked Fish & Meats
- All Season Smoked Salmon Fillet - $83.2: Smoked salmon with four spice blends Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salamini - $19: Small batch cured meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saucisson Sec - $33: Traditional dry-cured sausage Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salami Picante - $28: Spicy cured salami Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Traditional Salmon - $26: Classic smoked salmon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon with Cajun Spice - $27: Zesty Cajun seasoned salmon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon with Black Pepper and Coriander - $27: Lemony pepper seasoned salmon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon with Dill - $27: Classic dill seasoned salmon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Lake Superior Smoked Whitefish - $32: Local smoked whitefish Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lake Superior Smoked Lake Trout - $21: Local smoked trout Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Pâté - $23: Rich smoked salmon spread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Traditional Smoked Salmon Tails - $18: Smoked salmon tail portions Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Porketta Roast - $106.25: Seasoned pork roast Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Free-Range Minnesota Turkey Breast - $96: Local smoked turkey Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Ham - $110: Smoked Berkshire ham Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smoked Polish Sausage - $15.75: Haus-made smoked sausage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Snack Sticks - $19.5: Portable smoked meat sticks
Sides & Grocery
- Scallion Cream Cheese - $13: Cream cheese with fresh scallions
- Native Wise Wild Rice - $12: Local wild rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese and Crackers - $18: Artisan cheese and cracker pairing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
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