Spring Break restaurant once planned for downtown St. Paul won't move forward
Spring Break, a 1980s-themed restaurant previously in the works in downtown St. Paul, won't be moving forward.
Chef Brian Ingram, owner of Purpose Restaurants, said resources will instead go towards the ongoing expansion of the Hope Breakfast Bar brand.
"We appreciate the incredible enthusiasm surrounding Spring Break, and it was a difficult decision to make," Ingram said in a statement. "However, sometimes in our journey, we encounter unexpected challenges that require us to adjust our plans. Our commitment to excellence means ensuring that every new venture meets the highest standards we set for ourselves and our guests."
Ingram announced Spring Break last year while his now-open Apostle Supper Club was also in the works in downtown St. Paul.
The restaurant was planned to open on the corner of Kellogg Boulevard and West 7th Street and feature a large outdoor patio and indoor stage for live music, with a custom-built TV wall paying homage to MTV.
In an interview last year, Ingram said the menu would include beach favorites, such as shrimp tacos, oysters and fish fries.
In announcing the strategic redirection, Ingram hinted that new Purpose Restaurants concepts are under development as Spring Break plans have halted. Additionally, the new Hope Breakfast Bar location in Eagan is expected to open in early June.
"We are incredibly excited about the direction in which Purpose Restaurants is heading," Ingram shared. "While Spring Break may not be happening as initially planned, we are channeling our energy into projects that will bring joy, connection, and delectable food to even more people. We deeply appreciate the continued support from our community, and we look forward to sharing the next chapter of our culinary journey together."
Purpose Restaurants, which also operates the Gnome Craft Pub, returns 3% of sales to the community through the entity's nonprofit organization, Give Hope MN.
