Long before online shopping took over, department stores were grand places filled with wonder, and the escalators inside them were part of the magic. Whether you were heading up to toys or down to shoes, the ride itself felt like a tiny journey.
Across America, mall food courts once buzzed with the smell and flavors of beloved eateries. Over time, changing tastes, economic struggles, and the rise of online shopping made many favorites disappear.
Let’s take a trip down memory lane to the ‘90s, when the mall was the ultimate hangout spot. Everyone knew the unspoken rules—whether you were grabbing a pretzel at the food court or battling it out in the arcade, there was a certain mall etiquette that everyone followed.
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