I love going to Back Alley. Good coffee. Good cappuccinos, tasty random special drinks. A lighter roast. Nice vibe. Not fast. Good surf and local merch. Best on a quiet day. It is more of a surf shop than a coffee shop, but the coffee is still good. Right next door to all the "new" cider and beer houses. A taco shop is coming next door. Limited parking in the small lot, and there is ample street parking. Can and does get crowded. Great place, totally unique.

Mesh of surf maintenance shop and equipment, a garage lounge and home decor, and some pretty solid espresso! ☕️🌱🌿Modern, beach vibes. Very laid back yet curated. Makes you want to play vinyl and create something. Def worth a look…whenever they’re open~

Duluth's premier surf shop. Surf gear, hand-made crafts and dynamite coffee all in a friendly, laid-back atmosphere.

Great coffee and ample surf supplies. Gear I saw included surfboards, wax, wetsuits, leashes, and fins. Looks like they repair boards too. Was in Duluth on a surf trip. Called the store and staff gave me lots of info about where to surf. Friendly and helpful. Thanks!!!!! Please visit if you surf or like coffee. Vibe is welcoming Thanks Back Alley for making my trip even better. Ps - parking lot is gravel lot off the Main Street

Stop in for coffee and good vibes or a surf board. Cute shop with super friendly employees that know about more than just surfing. Spotted some vegan cookies at the register, grab something to go.

The atmosphere of the shop is awesome, products are great, and the people here are very knowledgeable. Most of the surfboards were fiberglass and higher-end, really sweet looking but out of a beginners price range, still though there are many other options for gear if you are starting out. If you are driving by here or in the area visiting, this is definitely a unique place to check out. Coffee, surfboards, and handmade goods - everything a perfect little shop could have.

The Back Alley will feel like home, even if Duluth isn't your hometown. Best Latte ever.

We were happy to discover the Back Alley. Cute shop with a fun vibe! The barista made me the best mocha I have ever had! My daughter loved her latte. We enjoyed our coffee on the cute patio in the sunshine.