- June 21, 2021
- Posted by: Stratford Team
- Category: Business
DULUTH, Minn.– No Grandma’s Marathon last year due to the pandemic not only took away a big event for Duluth but also a big weekend for area establishments.
The race made it a busy day at Sir Benedict’s Pub along Superior Street.
“People showed up to cheer on the runners and it was great to see. It felt a little more normal than it did definitely last year,” said Sir Ben’s Owner Josh Stotts.
Sir Ben’s opened up an hour later this year because of the smaller number of runners, which meant a pause on their tradition of serving breakfast. But in the afternoon, the smell of a cookout surrounded the pub as staff served grilled burgers and brats.
“It’s just kind of a spot for the community to hang out. People can watch the runners, have some fun and relax,” said Stotts.
Grandma’s Marathon is one of sir ben’s busiest days of their busiest days of the year. Stotts says the high turnout Saturday was huge for his…
