Food Sovereignty
Apr 2, 2026

Owamni to reopen as Indígena by Owamni

The award-winning Minneapolis restaurant will relaunch at the Guthrie Theater with a new name, larger space and expanded menu later this spring


April 2, 2026

Owamni, the James Beard Award-winning Indigenous restaurant in Minneapolis co-founded by chef Sean Sherman, will reopen under a new name as it moves to a larger location, according to MPR News. The restaurant will be called Indígena by Owamni and is set to open this spring at the Guthrie Theater overlooking the Mississippi River.

Sherman said the name change reflects growth rather than reinvention and draws from the Spanish word for Indigenous, referencing shared histories across Indigenous communities. The restaurant will continue operating under the nonprofit North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems. The expanded space will include more seating and a broader menu, including bison, elk and seafood offerings. The restaurant is expected to open in late spring, according to MPR News.

  1. 1.Melissa Olson. MPR News, .

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