A new ambitious food hall project is hoping to help speed up a Downtown Minneapolis revival.
Patricia Wall, the visionary behind Malcolm Yards, will be at the helm of the $10-$20 million food hall project at LaSalle Plaza.
It's a collaboration with Hempel Real Estate that Wall says will turn the former Rock Bottom Brewery into a culinary hub. It will boast 10-12 diverse kitchens and multiple bars, with a theme that celebrates Minneapolis culture.
"We have so much history in downtown Minneapolis, that we want to speak to that history through our design and talk about Minneapolis in the past, present and future so it has some relevance," explains Wall.
She says her plans extend beyond dining, incorporating unique amenities like a pickleball court and dedicated event spaces.
Wall says she's aiming to create a multicultural culinary destination.
"I mean, there will be the standard, you know, cheeseburgers, pizza, that kind of thing," she adds. "But we'll probably tie in some Greek food, some Italian food, Indian food, and, you know, Mediterranean. I already have a lot of operators of my sleeve."
While she didn't name any specific collaborators, Walls says they'll be increasing the old Rock Bottom footprint, adding a drink rail plus additional event spaces to attract downtown workers and out of town visitors.
She is hoping to get everything open by early 2027.