About us
Tom’s Popcorn Shop has been located on 47th and Cedar Avenue, just North of Minnehaha Parkway in South Minneapolis since 1971. We are a quiet institution that has survived a myriad of changes and challenges in its over 50 years of existence!
Tom’s Popcorn Shop has been located on 47th and Cedar Avenue, just North of Minnehaha Parkway in South Minneapolis since 1971. We are a quiet institution that has survived a myriad of changes and challenges in its over 50 years of existence!
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History
Tom purchased the Shop from its original owner in 1979, focusing on a family business model that could supplement income to support college costs for the youngest of his kids. Fast forward to 2020 and that business model has morphed into a full circle business that continues the family model with a son and daughter team. |
As his sister says, to any one who will listen
"Too many years ago, I was the only one working at the Shop with our Dad. I could not get my brother to help out at all! Then, one magical day, I got him to make cheese corn for me, and the rest is history—he hasn’t left since!"
"Too many years ago, I was the only one working at the Shop with our Dad. I could not get my brother to help out at all! Then, one magical day, I got him to make cheese corn for me, and the rest is history—he hasn’t left since!"
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Tom
The customers who know “Tom” today, know that he and his personality is the mainstay of the operation, taking over the business over 30 years ago. While our fresh, fire-popped buttery topped popcorn remains the staple of our business, Tom is constantly experimenting and creating new combinations and flavor profiles of popcorn. We also offer ice cream and our increasingly popular shakes and malts. |