Hop Wong Chinese Restaurant on Chicago Ave, Heavy Snowfall
Hop Wong Chinese Restaurant stands on Chicago Avenue in Midtown Minneapolis during a heavy snowfall. The restaurant, a long-standing local establishment, displays signs indicating it is "NOW OPEN" despite its boarded-up entrance, a common sight for businesses recovering from damage sustained during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. As a neighborhood eatery, Hop Wong provides a culinary service to the Midtown community, operating even amidst challenging weather conditions. The snow-covered street and glowing neon signs highlight the resilience of local businesses in maintaining operations through both natural elements and periods of civic unrest.
Photo taken in November 2020. © 2026 Chad Davis
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