11 Mall Food Court Restaurants That Quietly Disappeared - Tasting Table
Briefly

The rise of food courts in malls, particularly after Paramus Park's pioneering design in 1974, significantly altered the social and culinary experience of shopping centers.
Despite the perceived decline in mall popularity due to online shopping and the pandemic, experts indicate a revival is underway, driven by creative evolution such as food court turnover.
Malls have uniquely adapted over time, showing resilience and a revival post-COVID, which often includes a fresh approach to food services and tenant rotation.
Tapping into nostalgia, shows like 'Stranger Things' remind us of the beloved chains, like Hot Sam, that defined mall culture in previous decades.
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