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Shopping in Fresno: Fine Food Amidst a Shopping Paradise

Whether you want to sit down to a relaxing meal with an elegant atmosphere or need to grab a bite on the run, you’ll find the dining options in Fresno to be plentiful and varied.

Over 100 dining establishments exist in Fresno to satisfy those hunger pains. Everything from French, Mexican and Armenian to Thai, Japanese and Basque are available to tease the palate and please the adventurous diner. For those less adventurous, there are plenty of restaurants serving up American favorites throughout the city.

The Tower District, Fig Garden, Fashion Fair and the River Park area offer a variety of restaurants ranging from fine dining to comfort food. These are situated close to unique shopping destinations. You will find a cornucopia of varieties offering unique menus and exceptional service. Truly, diners will be delighted with the many establishments ready and waiting to please their guests.

Along with the numerous dining opportunities come endless opportunities for shopping. From plazas, strip malls and freestanding businesses to outdoor shopping centers and enclosed malls, there is something for everyone.

Some of the larger malls and shopping centers include the Fashion Fair Mall, Fig Garden Village, the Galleria, Gallery Plaza, Manchester Center, North Pointe Center, Pavilion West, River Park Place, Sierra Vista Mall and the Tower District.

Fulton Street Mall is part of a revitalized area in downtown and remains a popular pedestrian mall. This mall was one of the first of its kind in the country and gained national recognition. The mall was dedicated in 1964 and remains a fine example of community spirit. It is also a location of historical interest with many architectural styles representing various time periods.

The Chamber is a driving force behind the success of many of these retailers and restaurants. Many businesses thrive due to the Chambers dedicated members working to promote local business and enhance the economic and cultural well being of the people of Fresno County. For more than 110 years, the Chamber has been providing education programs and information to business owners, exposing the public to the area businesses’ products and services, and offering a supportive atmosphere for networking and problem solving.