Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., American restaurant in Mall of America, Bloomington, US
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is a seafood restaurant on the third floor of Mall of America, serving shrimp prepared in different styles along with other fish dishes. The menu also includes traditional American fare for lunch and dinner.
The restaurant chain began in 1994 as a tie-in to the film Forrest Gump and later expanded to multiple locations. Its connection to the movie remains central to the restaurant experience.
The dining space displays movie props, photographs, and quotes from Forrest Gump throughout, creating a cinematic setting for your meal. These decorations let visitors feel connected to the film while eating.
The restaurant is easy to reach inside a shopping mall with ample parking and many nearby stores. Expect it to be busier in the evening and on weekends, especially when the mall is active.
Diners can play games based on the film's quotes and scenes while eating to stay entertained. The restaurant also uses special license plate signs reading 'Stop' and 'Run' to signal staff instead of traditional call systems.
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