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Modern Indigenous Cuisine - Indígena by Owamni, Minneapolis, MN
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Indígena by Owamni

$50 and over
Native American
818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415

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Indígena by Owamni

4.6
$50 and over
Native American
Downtown / Mill District

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2 people
19:00
Booked 86 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
Indígena by Owamni is the evolution of the pioneering Indigenous restaurant Owamni, dedicated to elevating and celebrating Indigenous peoples across the Americas through food. Indígena is fully owned by the non profit NATIFS (North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems), and through this model, the restaurant advances food access and awareness, prioritizes purchasing from Indigenous producers, and invests in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Through innovative cuisine, cultural storytelling, and community impact, Indígena by Owamni will continue to redefine true American foods through a modern Indigenous dining experience.

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2026

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-winning chef Sean Sherman’s pioneering culinary movement enters an exciting new phase with Indígena by Owamni on the ground floor of the Guthrie Theater. Overlooking the Mississippi River, this expanded concept spotlights tapas-style shareable plates, game meats like elk and venison, and a seafood and oyster bar. Backed by a mission that supports Indigenous producers, the experience is rounded out by a thoughtful drinks menu celebrating BIPOC-produced beer, wine, and spirits.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Native American
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat 15:00–00:00 Sun 15:00–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00
  • Contact
    (612) 444-1846
  • Website
    https://owamni.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Area
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Brunch

    1 - 12 people

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a modern Indigenous brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Explore flavors and ingredients unique to Turtle Island.
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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Indígena by Owamni.

4.6

4.6
(344)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Innovative

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Healthy

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Most Booked

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Innovative

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Healthy

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Indígena by Owamni offers an extraordinary dining experience with a focus on Indigenous cuisine. Guests rave about the "fantastic variety" and "absolutely sublime" flavors. The "unique indigenous-based menu" includes standout dishes like the bison ribeye and sweet potato gnocchi. Service is frequently described as "wonderful," making it a must-visit destination.
344 Reviews

  1. Sarah

    Minneapolis - St. Paul24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Sweet Potato Gnocchi was one of the most delightful bites of food I've had in forever. And the salad! It was special in a way that was unexpected. Yummmmmm

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  2. Paul

    Minneapolis - St. Paul13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Venison and scallops were incredible. Loved the slight heat with the roast carrots. Popcorn with crickets was a miss - soggy crickets, soggy popcorn. Definitely going back - overall, a great food experience.

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  3. Dinnerwithfriends

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious. We ordered a lot of food for a full Experience. In order of favorites: Scallops with the blue corn bread was divine! (I need to make that!) , salmon, whitefish, corn, gnocchi, wild rice, green beans, sweet potatoes, sweet tamale for dessert… we had a large table for four, and we could all chat easily, not noisy, and just had a great time.

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  4. Karin

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous just plain life-changing in all good ways.

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  5. Naomi

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My mom and I traveled all the way from Chicago to Minneapolis just to celebrate my mom’s birthday at Owamni, and it exceeded every expectation! The restaurant space is gorgeous, with great music and a wonderful ambiance. From the host to the food runners and servers, the entire team was incredible. A huge shoutout to Morgan, she was truly the best server! Since it was our first time visiting, she gave us fantastic recommendations that made the meal unforgettable. I loved how thoughtful the entire menu concept is. We will definitely be making another trip back.

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  6. Dwayne

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very Impressive to say the least ! Would go back for sure !!!!!!😄

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  7. Devra Gold

    Hawaii23 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We ate here last night before seeing a show at the Guthrie Theater, and unfortunately, this was a disappointing experience. Our party of four left feeling let down by both the food and the service. I was especially excited to try the duck. Our server explained that some people eat it with their hands, which sounded fun — but unfortunately, there was nothing enjoyable about it. The duck was tough, dry, and virtually tasteless. Definitely not the dish I had been looking forward to. The rest of our group was equally unimpressed, and by the end of the meal, everyone agreed they wouldn’t be returning. Such a shame, because Sea Change had been such a wonderful restaurant in this space. Sadly, this experience didn’t come close. We really wanted to love it — but there simply wasn’t much to love. 😞

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  8. Cathy

    Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were great - love the new space!

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  9. Suzanne Gold

    Sydney14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty and inventive food. Enjoyed our meal and look forward to coming back to try other dishes.

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  10. Ellen

    Minneapolis - St. Paul6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Owamni never disappoints! As usual, the sweet potatoes were fabulous. The preserved salmon was also outstanding. Marichou was very good too. We liked the duck, but found it very difficult to carve ourselves. Our dessert, a custard made from duck eggs, was fantastic.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Native American
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat 15:00–00:00 Sun 15:00–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00
  • Contact
    (612) 444-1846
  • Website
    https://owamni.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Area
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Minneapolis - St. Paul
  4. Twin Cities / Minneapolis
  5. Downtown / Mill District

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A photo of Indígena by Owamni restaurant

Indígena by Owamni

4.6
$50 and over
Native American
Downtown / Mill District

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 86 times today
Experiences are available.
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