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Post Modern Times’ promise of free meals may have been too good to last
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from Star Tribune
· July 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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The Minneapolis restaurant set out to feed anyone who was hungry. Now it’s searching for a way to balance that mission with the concerns of the neighborhood.
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Key takeaway Now it’s searching for a way to balance that mission with the concerns of the neighborhood.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
As Post Modern Times navigates the challenges of sustaining its mission to feed the hungry, the impact on the surrounding neighborhood will be closely watched. The restaurant's location in Minneapolis, a city with a strong tradition of social responsibility, means that its efforts to balance philanthropy with commercial viability will have significant local stakes. The concerns of nearby residents and businesses will need to be addressed, particularly if the restaurant's operations are perceived as affecting property values or public safety. Minneapolis has a history of supporting innovative businesses that prioritize social good, and Post Modern Times' journey will likely be seen as a test case for how to make such models work in the long term. The city's business community and social service providers will be looking for solutions that can be replicated elsewhere, making the outcome of Post Modern Times' efforts a matter of interest beyond its immediate neighborhood.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: Star Tribune ·
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