The Roundabout

Thursday, January 7, 2026

This week’s Roundabout begins with a look at Woodbury’s changing business landscape, highlighted by the closure of Dino’s Mediterranean Fresh after nearly two decades at City Walk Drive.

We also report on how unusually warm weather is affecting outdoor rinks, along with updates on city projects and milestones, including the arrival of Woodbury’s 2026 New Year’s baby.

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Editor: Theo Franz
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Dino's distinct Greek pavilion logo was removed from the front of the building early this month. Photo taken on Jan. 6, 2026.

Dino’s Mediterranean Fresh Closes Woodbury Location After Nearly Two Decades of Operation

by Theo Franz | Published on Jan. 5, 2025

After more than a decade serving Mediterranean favorites in Woodbury, the Dino’s Mediterranean Fresh location at City Walk Drive has closed its doors, according to recent reports and local listings.

The Woodbury restaurant was part of the Dino’s Gyros family of fast-casual Greek eateries, a concept rooted in the Adamidis family’s tradition of fresh Mediterranean food that began in the Twin Cities in 1975.

Business

Listo! to Open Second Location in Woodbury

by Theo Franz

A fresh Tex-Mex grill known for its burritos is coming to Woodbury.

City & County

Outdoor Rinks in Woodbury Closed Due to Warm Weather

by Theo Franz

All outdoor ice skating rinks and warming houses in Woodbury are closed until further notice because of warm, wet conditions that have prevented safe ice formation.

News

Woodbury Welcomes Its First Baby of 2026

by Beth-Ann Bloom

The first hour of 2026 saw the arrival of Woodbury’s first baby of the year in. Lin, a boy, was born at 12:56 A.M. at M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital.

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