The bill authorizes the city of Minneapolis to issue a food hall license, amending existing laws to allow for the sale and consumption of intoxicating liquor within designated food halls. Specifically, it permits an on-sale intoxicating liquor license for a licensee serving as an anchor tenant in a food hall, allowing service and consumption throughout the establishment and the larger food hall area. The bill specifies that multiple independent food vendors can operate within a common seating area controlled by the liquor license holder, enabling patrons to purchase food from various vendors while enjoying beverages from the license holder.
The amendment includes the addition of two specific locations for food halls where licenses may be issued: 501 30th Avenue Southeast and 800 LaSalle Avenue. Additionally, the bill introduces a provision stating that it will take effect upon approval by the city of Minneapolis and compliance with relevant Minnesota statutes. The previous requirement for the food hall to be located solely at 501 30th Avenue Southeast has been removed, allowing for greater flexibility in the establishment of food halls in the city.