Broadway, Mpls., ) Get both African and American flavors at this new restaurant. Owners Farzana Sharmin and Cory Morrison told the Shoreview Press that they hope the bar builds back some of the human connection that was lost during the pandemic. E W., Shoreview, ) In addition to plenty of wines to sample, there are charcuterie and butter boards for snacking, desserts, live music and a happy hour.

In both locations, look for a long list of all-you-can-eat meats, now including Hmong sausage.

Paul's Lowertown, the Brazilian steakhouse has expanded to Bloomington. 98th St., Bloomington, 95, ) After success in St. Paul) The onetime Dari-ette Drive-In location is now open and serving a menu of diner classics with a few Mediterranean flavors sprinkled in, like a gyro burger. Brazin Public House (6399 City West Pkwy., Eden Prairie, 95, ) A chef with experience at companies such as Taher and Lancer has opened a family-run restaurant serving three meals a day plus weekend brunch, with flatbreads, handhelds, tacos and more.28th Av., Mpls., ) After three months of renovations, this coffee shop and roaster has a new look. While it's been open since May, the collective held a grand reopening Aug. Franklin Av., Mpls., /sewardcafe) The nearly 50-year-old community-run cafe has relaunched after three years of closure, with fresh baked goods, brunch and daily breakfast. S., Mpls., ) The onetime Country Bar returns as Fool Me Once, with a cowboy-meets-outer space design, smashburgers and Hamm's (and only Hamm's) on tap. On the menu are hummus bowls similar to those that became an instant hit at the Minnesota State Fair, and some additional Palestinian fare. S., Mpls., ) The sibling-owned Baba's Middle Eastern food company has opened a 'hummus house,' mana'eesh bakery and market in Minneapolis. For a complete list of past openings and closings organized by month, scroll to the bottom of the page. Stay up to date on the latest from your favorite restaurants, bars and food purveyors.

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