Edina City Council — Transcript

Thursday, October 23, 2025

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Edina approves new restaurant at 50th and France

City Council Approvals for Restaurant Expansion and Parking Study

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Approval of New Restaurant Development and Associated Variances at 50th in France

Approved by City Council

The discussion centered on the city council's approval of plans for the redevelopment of the former Coina Delbario space into a new restaurant concept, 'Americana,' spearheaded by Ryan Bernett and Chef Daniel Delpra. Key components approved included a second-floor addition with a glass conservatory and modifications to the building's exterior. A parking variance was also granted, and the council requested a comprehensive parking study for the district to manage growth effectively.

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We have been seeing a big moment for 50th in France with dining. Uh we're bringing in so many new restaurants and new offerings for our community. Um we are very honored to have Daniel Delpra and Ryan Bernett bringing us Americana. Uh this is going to be such a huge draw to our district.

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Approval of New Restaurant Development and Associated Variances at 50th in France

between the design of the project, the the dining that we know Danielle Delpra is known for, um experiences that people can have in this new space, it's it's going to be unbelievable.

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Approval of New Restaurant Development and Associated Variances at 50th in France

Ordinances & Resolutions (3)

plans for a second floor additionPlan

Approved by the City Council, featuring a gabled glass conservatory to add dining and bar space.

parking variancePermit

Approved by the City Council as part of the new restaurant's development.

comprehensive parking study for the districtOther

Requested by the City Council to support business growth and visitor experience in the 50th in France district.

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