Chi-Chi's, the Minnesota-born Mexican restaurant chain that vanished nearly 20 years ago, will officially return in early October.

Michael McDermott, the son of Chi-Chi's co-founder Marno McDermott, has big plans for the restaurant's comeback, which he's starting in the Twin Cities by converting his former Rojo Mexican Grill restaurants in St. Louis Park and Maple Grove.

Chi-Chi's in St. Louis Park will open Monday, Oct. 6, with Chi-Chi's original chimichanga, quesabirria tacos, seafood enchiladas and other favorites on the menu, according to a news release.

“We’re bringing back the food, energy, and fun that people love, now with a fresh twist for a whole new generation," McDermott stated.

Hormel Foods, which sells Chi-Chi's brand salsas, tortillas and seasonings, announced late last

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