Au Vieux Duluth is widely praised for a lively, welcoming atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff, with generous portions and good value across a menu that features salmon, filet mignon, brochettes, escargots and other well prepared dishes, plus desserts and a bring your own wine option. Reviewers note consistently solid food and reliable service, with many highlighting celebrations and family gatherings as ideal occasions. The experience can be very loud, making conversation difficult and not ideal for first dates or quiet dinners. A few accounts describe uneven service or interactions with staff or management that left guests uncomfortable, but the overall sentiment remains positive and the restaurant is regarded as a long standing favorite for dependable quality. Some guests also mention the decor aging a bit but still welcoming, and while prices are reasonable the popularity means busy nights and longer waits.
March 14th, party of 4,
It started out bad because I had made a reservation, & once there they didn't have my name on their list, we waited 25 minutes & luckily got a table.
Our server Fred was fabulous, very attentive, & came to check on us regularly to make sure we were happy.
We had escargot, spanakota, souvlaki, chicken brochette, & dessert, the food was excellent, & the plates were larger than another Vieux Duluth that I have been to, the tables are also less crammed then the other location I have been to, which made the experience exceptional!
Thank you, we will definitely be returning.
Salade maison détrempée, comme si elle avait été faite la veille & plusieurs feuilles rouillées. Souvlaki très dure & difficile à enlever du bâton. Je ne recommande vraiment pas ce restaurant. Je pense que cette chaîne a fait son temps!!
Mar 11, 2026
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Très mauvaise communication. Impossible d'obtenir des informations claires sur les plats, les allergènes ou les ingrédients. Les réponses étaient vagues & peu rassurantes. En cuisine, la qualité ne suivait pas non plus : plats trop gras, mal assaisonnés & peu appétissants.
Horrible service . My husband called to know if they had room for 4 + a baby, the gentleman on the phone said yes , to come ! We show up within 10 mins & the gentleman & waitress at the front laughed at us & said we needed to wait, we waited for over 40 mins …had not seated yet … we left … that is horrible service … will not be going back .
Jan 19, 2026
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Excellent food. Excellent service. Portion & price excellent! But it's very loud. Very hard to hear you talk with your guests. So it's not a first date or romantic date kind of evening if you like to talk quietly.
Nourriture excellente. Service impeccable. Portions & prix excellents ! En revanche, c'est très bruyant. Difficile de s'entendre parler avec ses invités. Ce n'est donc pas l'idéal pour un premier rendez-vous ou une soirée romantique si vous préférez discuter à voix basse.
Dec 23, 2025
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Food always tastes great. The service is fast & with a smile. & the atmosphere is always joyful, positive & energetic. It's a great place to celebrate birthdays & anniversaries. & the kids food prices are excellent. Bring your own wine. dessert is amazing too.
