Cub Foods

7 photos · 2020–2025

7 photographs tagged Cub Foods, 2020–2025.

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Cub foods grocery store at night.
A Cub Foods grocery store in Uptown Minneapolis on Lagoon Ave. Seen in July 2025.

Cub Foods Sign Glowing at Night in Uptown Minneapolis

Cub Foods supermarket in South Minneapolis illuminated at night with neon signage and bright overhead lights.
Cub Foods is a supermarket chain owned by Minneapolis-based Supervalu, which operates it through a network of independently licensed franchise owners. The chain got its start in 1968 in Stillwater, Minnesota, built around a no-frills warehouse format that let shoppers bag their own groceries in exchange for lower prices. That model helped Cub grow into one of the largest grocery chains in the Twin Cities, with dozens of locations across the metro area. Many South Minneapolis neighborhoods rely on Cub stores as a primary grocery source, particularly in areas with fewer full-service supermarket options.

Cub Foods Storefront at Night, South Minneapolis

Cub Foods grand opening after riots
The Cub Foods store in South Minneapolis is shown here during its grand reopening after being damaged during the civil unrest following the death of George Floyd in May 2020. This grocery store, a vital community resource, is located a block from the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd precinct station, which was a focal point of protests. The reopening signifies a step towards recovery and rebuilding for the neighborhood.

Cub Foods Grand Opening in South Minneapolis After Riots

Cub Foods temporary market interior in Minneapolis with mostly empty grocery shelves.
Cub Foods temporary market, Minneapolis. This temporary grocery structure was set up to maintain food access while a nearby Cub Foods store underwent repairs after damage in 2020. The interior contains mostly empty retail shelving and store fixtures.

Cub Foods temporary market interior, Minneapolis

Complimentary Cub Foods shuttle bus stop
A temporary shuttle bus station, branded "Cub Kindness," was established in Minneapolis to provide essential transportation for residents. This service offered complimentary rides to the Cub Foods store at The Quarry, following extensive damage to the local Cub Foods store during the civil unrest in May 2020. The unrest occurred in the aftermath of George Floyd's murder, impacting local infrastructure and community access to resources. The shuttle operated daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, serving as a vital link for grocery access during the community's recovery period.

Cub Foods Shuttle to The Quarry, Minneapolis Aftermath

Cub Community Market tent on East Lake Street in Minneapolis before its July 8 opening.
Cub Community Market on East Lake Street in Minneapolis was a temporary grocery store established after the nearby Cub Foods was damaged by fire in May 2020. The tent market provided interim food access while the permanent store was rebuilt. A sign at the site announced a July 8 grand opening.

Cub Community Market, East Lake Street Minneapolis

Boarded-up Cub Foods on Broadway Avenue in North Minneapolis on June 4, 2020, with downtown skyline behind.
Cub Foods on Broadway Avenue in North Minneapolis is shown boarded up on June 4, 2020, with downtown Minneapolis visible in the background. Plywood covers the store entrances and sections of the exterior as businesses across the city took protective measures after protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd.

Cub Foods, Broadway Ave, North Minneapolis, Boarded Up, 2020

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