The 328 Grill is closing one chapter and opening another, as the popular local restaurant prepares to relaunch in Hastings with a confirmed grand opening date.

After years of serving customers out of the American Legion in St. Paul Park, the restaurant officially ended service at that location on April 29. The closure marks a turning point for the business, which has built a loyal following in the area through its casual atmosphere and familiar menu.

Rather than reopening immediately, the restaurant entered a short transition period following its final day in St. Paul Park. During this time, the focus has been on preparing the new space and training staff ahead of the reopening.

That reopening now has a clear timeline. The restaurant has announced that its grand opening week in Hastings will begin May 11, giving customers a firm date for its return.

The new location at 350 33rd Street West places the grill in a growing commercial area of Hastings. While the move is geographically short, it represents a significant shift as the business transitions from its longtime home inside the American Legion to a standalone location with new opportunities for growth.

As part of the lead up to the reopening, the restaurant has shared a preview of its menu, signaling that many of the offerings that built its reputation will continue in the new space. The message has been one of anticipation, both from the business and its customers, as the opening date approaches.

The move comes after a period of recognition for 328 Grill beyond its immediate community. The restaurant has received honors from the Star Tribune, which has highlighted notable dining establishments across the Twin Cities region. Those accolades helped raise the profile of the grill and introduced it to a broader audience.

Even with that wider recognition, the restaurant’s identity has been closely tied to its role as a local gathering place. Its presence in St. Paul Park created a sense of familiarity for regulars, many of whom are now expected to follow the business to its new location in Hastings.

For Hastings, the arrival of 328 Grill adds another independent restaurant to a steadily growing dining scene. The city has seen continued development in recent years, and new businesses like this contribute to both local activity and community life.

For St. Paul Park, the departure leaves behind a noticeable gap. The restaurant had become a consistent destination for residents and visitors, and its absence will be felt even as its next chapter begins just a short drive away.

The transition period between locations has been brief, with just under two weeks separating the final day in St. Paul Park and the start of grand opening week in Hastings. That pace reflects a focused effort to maintain momentum while ensuring the new operation is ready.

With preparations underway and a reopening date set, 328 Grill is positioned to carry its established reputation into a new setting. The move offers both continuity and change, keeping familiar elements in place while introducing the restaurant to a different community.

When doors open in Hastings beginning May 11, the restaurant will not only resume service, it will begin a new phase shaped by a new location, a new customer base, and the expectations built over years in St. Paul Park.