Restaurant Roundup: "Viral" mac and cheese coming to Mall of America
The fast-casual spot, which has more than a million social media followers, offers macaroni and grilled cheese with "countless" customizations. It will be the franchise's first location in Minnesota.
🥪 Albi Kitchen is now open on Nicollet Avenue in Loring Park, per a release. The cafe offers a variety of sambusas, sandwiches and desserts, plus unique "refreshers" in flavors like vimto açaí and manju.
🍔 Drive-in fast-food chain Sonic will open its first Minneapolis location at the University of Minnesota campus this October, Bring Me the News reports.
☕️ Arya Café is taking over the former Café Cerés spot on Minnehaha Avenue, per hyperlocal news site Longfellow Whatever. Its soft launch continues through Aug. 5, with hours from 2-9pm.
🥟 ICYMI: Saturday Dumpling Co. is expanding into The Market at Malcolm Yards. The popular dumpling spot is expected to open its stand at the end of the month, per a release.
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