The Lowry, located in Minneapolis’s Uptown neighborhood, will close later this month, with its final day of service set for April 26. Operated by Blue Plate Restaurant Company, The Lowry is a casual neighborhood diner and bar serving an all-day comfort food menu.
The restaurant is closing due to ongoing challenges, including changing customer habits, higher costs, and construction disruptions.
Blue Plate Restaurant Co.’s The Lowry Closing
Located at 2112 Hennepin Avenue, The Lowry has built a strong local following over the years. Known for its cozy atmosphere, fireplace seating, and patio dining. The restaurant has developed a loyal following as a go-to spot for brunch and late-night dining. Recommended items include kids’ French toast, deviled eggs, and grilled steak salad.
With a social media announcement, the restaurant team shared the news of its sudden closure. The restaurant will serve its final meal on April 26, 2026, marking the end of its 15-year run.
“It is with sadness that we announce the closing of The Lowry,” said the team. “Our final date of service is April 26th.”
The restaurant is part of Blue Plate Restaurant Company, a hospitality group. The Lowry was founded in 2011 by Stephanie Shimp and the late David Burley.
Along with The Lowry, the restaurant group also operates The Freehouse in North Loop, Highland Grill, and Groveland Tap in St. Paul, among other notable restaurants.
In the closure announcement post, the restaurant team added, “The nearly 50 employees will be given opportunities at other Blue Plate locations.”
Hennepin Avenue Construction Pushes The Lowry Toward Closure
The restaurant team cited several issues as the main reasons for its decision. In the post, they highlighted, “Unfortunately, multiple compounding issues over several years have made business at The Lowry unsustainable.”
According to a KSTP.com report, 18 months of construction on Hennepin Avenue made movement in the area difficult. “Now, a new median makes it harder for customers to enter The Lowry parking lot,” the report states.
In the official announcement, the restaurant noted, “From changing consumer behavior to city-specific mandates and economic, as well as prolonged and disruptive Hennepin Avenue construction, the business cannot recover.”
Several fans of the restaurant shared their sadness on social media after the announcement of its closure.
One of the customers wrote, “We will miss you! Our neighborhood staple! Hands down the tastiest French toast! My kids always requested the Lowry for birthdays; it was the best spot for safety meetings before hockey games at Parade, and a nice, low-key but good place to grab dinner with friends. Thanks for all the great memories, Lowry!”
As The Lowry prepares to close and say goodbye, the Minneapolis dining community loses a cherished gem.
