What Does a Food Court Mean? Your Complete Guide
                                
                                
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                                The first successful shopping mall food court, featuring multiple vendors and a shared seating area, debuted in Paramus Park, New Jersey, in March 1974. This innovative concept quickly became a staple of commercial spaces worldwide, evolving significantly over the decades.