Latest News About Haskell's Port Of Excelsior

Here’s what’s currently reported about Haskell’s Port of Excelsior:

• A fire at Haskell’s Port of Excelsior caused significant damage in the early hours of May 5, 2026. No injuries reported, and the owner indicated they would assess the damage and reopen later if possible [CBS Minnesota][CBS Minnesota]. This event has been described as a “complete and total disaster” for the location by the owner, with rebuilding plans discussed [CBS Minnesota]. The incident is being treated as under investigation to determine cause [CBS Minnesota].
• Coverage from local outlets notes the restaurant near Lake Minnetonka as a community institution and highlights the impact on the Excelsior area, with the owner expressing a commitment to rebuilding in the same spot [CBS Minnesota][MPR News].
• Additional updates from May 8–9, 2026 include continued reporting on the aftermath and the owner’s remarks, as well as community responses and potential fundraising or community-driven recovery ideas [Audacy podcast description][Audacy podcast].

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Sources: CBS Minnesota article on the fire and rebuild plans [CBS Minnesota], MPR News local coverage [MPR News], Audacy reports/podcast updates [Audacy].