What’s New/Open
Coffee Shops
- 12 Stones Coffee Company has opened at 1320 Tacoma Ave. This coffee shop offers a moderate price range and has been positively received in local listings.
- Coffee Break, located at 301 E Main Ave, has a solid 4.4/5 diner rating and is noted for its low prices.
- FOMO 10/40 CREAMERY & COFFEE is now at 1501 Mapleton Ave, where it combines coffee and creamery offerings.
- Anima Cucina, an Italian restaurant and wine bar at 101 N 5th St, has a 4.3/5 rating and is also listed under coffee-and-tea options.
- Roundhouse is another coffee option at 113 S 5th St, contributing to the growing coffee scene in Bismarck.
Reported Closed or Changed
Several establishments have been reported closed, including:
- Coffee@321
- Ginna's Cafe
- Patriot Nutrition
- Fireflour Bakeshop Cafe
- The Bean Coffee & Bagel
- Whippyz Frozen Custard & Coffee
- Space Alienz Coffee
- Joyhouse Coffee
- Rhythm Records Music Cafe
These closures have been noted in local reports, impacting the dining landscape in Bismarck.
Changes in Operations
- Charras and Tequila temporarily closed after two employees were detained by ICE but reopened on September 26, now operating daily at 3 p.m. for the time being (KFYR-TV, September 30).
Upcoming Food & Drink Events
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
- BisMarket – Saturday, October 3, 2026, at BisMarket
- Otto Von Bismarck German Fest – October 3, 2026, at Historic Bismarck Depot
- Junkin' CuZins Market – October 24, 2026, at Bismarck Event Center
These events will showcase local food and culture, making them great opportunities to explore Bismarck’s culinary offerings.
For more dining options and details, visit our full restaurant guide at /guides.
Additional Reading
For more insights into Bismarck's dining scene, check out our recent articles:
- September 2026 Dining Roundup for Bismarck
- Joe's Italian Restaurant to Fill Former Toasted Frog Space Downtown
Stay tuned for more updates in the coming months!


