Momo Sushi to Reopen in Northeast Minneapolis
The Japanese and Tibetan eatery is set to open its new doors on November 3, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Japanese Food
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Momo Sushi will reopen in a new location in Northeast Minneapolis on November 3, 2026. The restaurant is moving into the space formerly occupied by Beast Barbecue.
Why it matters
The relocation follows the destruction of the restaurant's original location at 1839 Central Ave. NE, which was lost to a fire in August 2025. This reopening restores a popular dining option to the local community.
The new establishment is located at 825 E. Hennepin Ave. in Northeast Minneapolis. Operational hours will run Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The players
Momo Sushi
This is a restaurant serving a combined menu of Japanese and Tibetan dishes.
Beast Barbecue
This former occupant of the 825 E. Hennepin Ave. space was a local restaurant.
The details
The restaurant, known for its mix of Japanese and Tibetan cuisine, is taking over the building that previously housed Beast Barbecue. It marks the return of the business following the loss of its former building in a fire last year.
Timeline
The restaurant's original location was destroyed by a fire in August 2025.
The restaurant is scheduled to reopen on November 3, 2026.
Culture Shift
The transition of this Japanese and Tibetan eatery into a former barbecue space reflects broader patterns of adaptive reuse in the Minneapolis restaurant market. Small businesses often rely on these existing footprints to maintain a presence within established local neighborhoods.
Customers can resume visits to the establishment starting November 3, 2026, at its new East Hennepin Avenue address. The updated operating schedule provides consistent daily service for neighborhood diners throughout the week.
The takeaway
Supporting local restaurants after catastrophic events like fires helps maintain the character of city neighborhoods. Residents looking to visit should note the updated operating hours and the new location on East Hennepin Avenue.
Further reading
Learn more about the local dining scene at the Japanese Food section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Bring Me The News.
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