Wendy's House of Soul will remain open while Pillsbury United Communities pauses North Market for a planned relaunch later in 2026. The deli will continue catering and delivery during the transition.

Local Rumor on Selby Avenue will close this Saturday after a brief run. Owner Scott Cochran said he couldn’t reach a lease deal he called unsustainable.

Burrito Loco in Dinkytown has quietly closed and the building has sold for $1.35 million, leaving a turnkey restaurant space vacant near campus.

Minnetonka's Station Pizzeria is opening a second location at 7007 Moores Lane in Brentwood, aiming for an early-April debut with patios, live music and made-from-scratch pizzas.

Hey Y'all Tipsy Taco Bar — the Ferris wheel‑facing taco bar in Northeast Minneapolis — announced an indefinite closure, ending regular service Feb. 7.

Brooklyn Park has initiated a food drive to combat local food insecurity, inviting community participation. Drop-off locations include City Hall and Community Activity Center.

Famous Dave's will give up roughly a quarter of its West Seventh dining room to a Papa Murphy's as the parent tests co‑branded restaurant prototypes.

Anthony Polski, 41, a third‑generation co‑owner of Market Bar‑B‑Que, died on Jan. 17. The family’s 79‑year Minneapolis barbecue had closed months earlier.

Columbia Heights' Golden Nuts is opening a third location at Mall of America, bringing its knafeh and viral Dubai chocolate from the neighborhood to the mega-mall.

Owner Dave Hoops announced Hoops Brewing in Canal Park will close on Feb. 23. The brewer thanked staff and patrons and invited the community to the taproom’s final month.

Linden Hills' last Milio's will open one final day on Tuesday before permanently closing, the manager wrote. Regulars are invited to stop by for a last sandwich and memories.

The City of Saint Paul promotes its diverse food scene on social media to World Juniors attendees, inviting them to enjoy global cuisine near the Grand Casino Arena.

Coon Rapids and Anoka, MN mayors compete in a food drive to support the ACBC Food Shelf, aiming to gather the most non-perishable food items by November 21.