7 New Pizza Joints Open Across Minnesota

From expansions of favorites to saucy debuts, the Twin Cities pizza scene is heating up.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:04am

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a single, iconic pizza slice repeated in a tight grid pattern, utilizing vibrant neon colors and heavy black outlines to transform the everyday food item into modern pop art.A new wave of pizza joints, from local favorites to exciting newcomers, is heating up the Twin Cities dining scene.Robbinsdale Today

The pizza scene in Minnesota has seen a wave of new openings in 2026, including expansions of popular local chains like OG ZaZa and Rosalia, as well as exciting newcomers like Pizza Luna and SliceCraft. One notable addition is the Travail Collective's new Bloomington location, which brings the group's signature beer, pizza, and fun vibe to the southern suburbs.

Why it matters

The growth of the local pizza industry reflects the resilience and evolution of the Twin Cities food scene, as restaurateurs continue to innovate and give diners new options for their favorite comfort food. These new openings also showcase the diversity of pizza styles and concepts emerging across the region.

The details

The Travail Collective has opened a new location in Bloomington, bringing its signature pizza, beer, and fun atmosphere to the southern suburbs. The menu features familiar Travail pizzas as well as new items like a Loaded Queso Fundido pizza with pepperoni, sausage, and jalapeños, plus a pair of pasta dishes. Diners can pair their meal with beer from Nouvelle Brewing, another Travail enterprise, or choose from the restaurant's selection of cocktails and wine.

  • The new Travail Collective location in Bloomington opened in 2026.

The players

Travail Collective

A popular restaurant group known for its beer, pizzas, and fun atmosphere, which has expanded with a new location in Bloomington, Minnesota.

Nouvelle Brewing

A brewery owned by the Travail Collective, which provides beer options at the new Bloomington location.

ie — Italian Eatery

Another restaurant owned by the Travail Collective, which has influenced the addition of pasta dishes to the menu at the new Bloomington location.

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The takeaway

The growth of new pizza concepts in the Twin Cities, from expansions of local favorites to exciting newcomers, demonstrates the continued vibrancy and evolution of the regional food scene. These openings offer diners more diverse options for their pizza cravings, while also showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of local restaurateurs.