Uni Uni Will Open Seasonal Apache Mall Shop
The drink and treat shop is opening a pop-up location at Apache Mall to mitigate access issues on Second Street.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Joy Tiger will open a seasonal Uni Uni shop at Apache Mall on Nov. 1, 2026. The temporary location will operate throughout November and December.
Why it matters
The business owner is launching the pop-up to maintain operations as local construction projects create limited access and low foot traffic at the primary storefront.
Joy Tiger negotiated a lease for a space near Sky Zone and Kidstruction at Apache Mall. The expansion comes as the primary location at 1227 Second St. SW faces ongoing regional construction challenges.
The players
Joy Tiger
The business owner operates the Uni Uni drink and treat shop in Rochester.
Apache Mall
This local shopping center is the site of the new seasonal Uni Uni pop-up.
Mayo Clinic
The healthcare organization is currently constructing an $11 million pedestrian tunnel near the shop.
The details
The new pop-up shop will feature holiday-themed dirty soda flavors, bubble waffles, and croffles for mall shoppers. This move follows recent business closures in the area, including Thai-Riffic and The Thesis Beer Project.
Timeline
Nov. 1, 2026, marks the opening date for the Apache Mall pop-up.
The shop will operate throughout November and December 2026.
Thai-Riffic closed its doors in August 2026.
The Thesis Beer Project closed its doors on Sept. 29, 2026.
Market Landscape
This pop-up strategy highlights how independent retailers are navigating major infrastructure shifts like the Link Bus Rapid Transit project. The move helps stabilize revenue in a volatile local environment following the closures of other neighborhood establishments.
Shoppers can find the new seasonal menu items including holiday-themed dirty sodas starting in November. This location provides customers with an alternative way to access these treats while the main street area remains under construction.
The takeaway
Retailers in areas affected by long-term construction often leverage pop-up locations to retain visibility and maintain sales. Diversifying your physical presence during seasonal peaks can help mitigate the impact of reduced foot traffic on main storefronts.
Further reading
For more news on local storefront shifts, visit Rochester Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Rochester Post Bulletin.
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