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September 2026 Dining Roundup for Bismarck

Discover new openings, reported closures, and upcoming events in Bismarck's dining scene for September 2026.

By BismarckLocal Staff
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TL;DR
  • What's New/Open The Landing A new restaurant, The Landing, has opened along the Missouri River in Bismarck.
  • It operates under new management at the former Huckleberry House site, offering a casual menu that includes salads, sandwiches, and cocktails.
  • Little Taste of Mexico Little Taste of Mexico announced its opening at 2700 State Street in Gateway Mall on Saturday, August 29 at 11 a.m.

What's New/Open

The Landing

A new restaurant, The Landing, has opened along the Missouri River in Bismarck. It operates under new management at the former Huckleberry House site, offering a casual menu that includes salads, sandwiches, and cocktails. Source: KFYR-TV.

Little Taste of Mexico

Little Taste of Mexico announced its opening at 2700 State Street in Gateway Mall on Saturday, August 29 at 11 a.m. The restaurant is moving from its previous location, and the Gateway Mall site is expected to close. Source: Hot 975 FM.

Old 10 Bar and Grill

A new location for Old 10 Bar and Grill is set to open in south Bismarck at the corner of Burleigh Ave and South Washington Street. This will be the chain’s third location, with an expected opening by spring 2028. Source: KFYR-TV.

Upcoming Heritage Landing Restaurant Plans

There are plans for new establishments at Heritage Landing, including the revival of McKenzie Steakhouse and Lounge, as reported by Prairie Public. Source: Prairie Public.

Baby Bull Recognition

While not a new opening, Baby Bull has received national recognition shortly after its opening in March, highlighting its impact on the Bismarck dining scene. Source: KFYR-TV.

Reported Closed or Changed

Several establishments are reported closed:

  • Ginna's Cafe
  • Patriot Nutrition
  • Coffee@321
  • Fireflour Bakeshop Cafe
  • The Bean Coffee & Bagel
  • Whippyz Frozen Custard & Coffee
  • Space Alienz Coffee
  • Rhythm Records Music Cafe

These closures have been noted in various reports, indicating changes in the local dining landscape.

Upcoming Food & Drink Events

Mark your calendars for the Otto Von Bismarck German Fest taking place on October 3, 2026, at the Historic Bismarck Depot. This event promises to celebrate German culture and cuisine. For more information on upcoming events, visit our events calendar.

Full Restaurant Guide

For more details on all dining options in Bismarck, check out our complete restaurant guide at /guides.

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