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Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food has opened its second restaurant in Minnesota, located in Maple Grove. The new location is part of the brand's expansion into new markets, with over 75 locations now open.
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food continues to expand its footprint in the North Star State with the opening of its second restaurant this month in Maple Grove on July 27.
Located at 11611 Fountains Drive, the newest restaurant sits in the heart of Fountains at Arbor Lakes, right at home with the shopping center’s current entertainment, dining and shopping businesses. This location gives Maple Grove and the surrounding areas a deliciously fresh fast-casual dining option.
Diners can experience Mo’ Bettahs’ savory Hawaiian dishes made with high-quality ingredients for the first time at the location’s two-day Friends and Ohana soft opening on July 24 and July 25. Welcomed by founders Kimo and Kalani Mack, guests can stop by and enjoy a complimentary mini plate and drink for lunch from 11:30 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m., or for dinner from 6 to 8 p.
m., alongside giveaways, tasty samples and more. On Saturday, dinner attendees can arrive early to catch the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5:30 p.
m. and stick around for the block-party-style celebration, featuring exclusive Mo’ Bettahs swag, a photo booth, caricature artist, and a giveaway for free Mo’ Bettahs for a year.
This opening marks the second location in Minnesota and over 75 locations for Mo’ Bettahs. As it expands into new markets, the Hawaiian-style concept remains dedicated to fostering community and sharing its island-inspired flavors with new guests.
“Every community we join becomes part of our extended ʻOhana,” said co-founder Kalani Mack. “Our goal has always been to share the recipes and traditions we grew up with in Hawaiʻi, and we look forward to creating a place where families and friends can come together to enjoy new flavors and great meals.”
Founded in 2008 by brothers Kimo and Kalani Mack, Mo’ Bettahs has expanded into a multi-state brand known for its authentic Hawaiian plate lunch and genuine hospitality. The menu highlights local O’ahu fare such as teriyaki chicken, kalua pig and pulehu chicken.
The restaurant will be open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and closed on Sundays. Guests can dine in, order takeout or explore catering options.
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This story was originally published in QSR Magazine on July 17, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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