Three Lyons Pub serves up British fare in West Fargo. David Samson / The Forum
Weeks after North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz implemented new COVID-19 restrictions for bars and restaurants in their states, an industry that has been battered by the pandemic is dealing with the fallout.
North Dakota s newest restrictions, which Burgum announced Nov. 13, toughened the state s approach by implementing a statewide mask mandate and forcing bars and restaurants to operate at 50% of capacity, with a maximum capacity of 150 patrons. The restrictions, which were originally scheduled to last until Monday, Dec. 14, also included a 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. curfew during which in-person dining is prohibited.