Restaurants & Bars

Twin Cities Eateries That Closed Permanently In 2024

From decades-old chains to beloved local mom-and-pop-owned favorites, many restaurants across the metro closed their doors in 2024.

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MINNEAPOLIS — Like most years, 2024 marked a bittersweet year for the Twin Cities' dining scene, as some beloved restaurants closed their doors.

From cozy brunch spots to unique cultural kitchens, these closures leave a noticeable gap in the local food scene.

While this is not an exhaustive list, it highlights some of the major restaurant closures in 2024 that have made a significant impact:

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  • American Union Hmong Kitchen (North Loop) – Hmong Cuisine
  • Axels (Eagan) – Steakhouse
  • Big Biscuit (Lowertown St. Paul) – Breakfast/Brunch
  • Black Sheep Pizza (Eat Street location only) – Coal-Fired Pizza
  • Chicago's Taste Authority (Minneapolis) – Chicago
  • Devil’s Advocate (Stillwater) – Pub/Bar
  • Fast Eddie’s Pizza (South Minneapolis) – Pizza Restaurant
  • Hi Flora! (Minneapolis) – Plant-Based Restaurant
  • Kim’s (Uptown Minneapolis) – Korean
  • Salut Bar Americain (St. Paul) – French
  • Tattersall (Minneapolis, MN) – Craft spirits distillery
  • Tavern On Grand (St. Paul) – Walleye
  • Third Space Cafe (Minneapolis) – Coffee Shop
  • Wuollet Bakery (St. Paul location only) – Bakery

    • However, it’s not all bad news—this year also brought a wave of exciting new openings, adding fresh flavors and experiences to explore.

    As we bid farewell to some beloved favorites, we eagerly anticipate the exciting new culinary experiences shaping our food culture, including Bebe Zito in Woodbury for unique ice cream creations, Itton Ramen & Japanese Street Food in Burnsville, and Diane’s Place in Minneapolis, serving flavorful Asian cuisine.

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