McDonald’s Hennepin Ave: Drive-Thru Through Board

A McDonald's restaurant on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis operates its drive-thru service through a boarded-up window. The plywood covering the building's exterior was installed as a protective measure following the civil unrest and protests that occurred in Minneapolis in May 2020. To maintain operations, a small opening was cut into the board, allowing staff to serve customers. This adaptation highlights the efforts of local businesses to continue functioning amidst the altered urban environment during that historical period.