Mall food courts don't always have specific rules, but they aren't free-for-alls either. A bit of extra courtesy is appreciated by both staff and other diners.

There tends to be two categories of Mall of America shoppers, especially during the hectic retail season. There are the tourists, for whom the entire sensory spectacle is entirely new. And then ...

When you're shopping in a mall and hunger strikes, there's one obvious option: the food court. If the thought of eating there fills you with dread, that might be on you. There are some mistakes ...