A long-time American barbecue restaurant brand is shrinking its footprint nationwide, with several Florida locations among the most recent closures as part of a broader corporate restructuring. As of early 2026, the chain’s restaurant count has reduced by around 85% since its peak. Florida closures add to nationwide downsizing In early 2026, multiple Smokey Bones restaurants in Florida — including locations in Orlando, [...]
All Del Taco locations in Georgia shut down amid bankruptcy filing
Every Del Taco restaurant in Georgia has permanently closed, marking a sudden exit from the state for the fast-food chain. The closures stem from a franchisee bankruptcy and reflect ongoing financial strain across the restaurant industry. Georgia restaurants abruptly close All 14 Georgia Del Taco locations closed after their franchisee, Matadoor Restaurant Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The closures [...]
Grocery giant Kroger closing three California stores, 171 employees to lose jobs
Several stores operated by Kroger are set to close in California, marking another sign of the mounting pressure facing traditional grocery chains. The company announced plans to shutter multiple locations and lay off more than 170 employees, citing changing market conditions and efforts to streamline operations. Multiple California stores set to close On February 27, 2026, Cincinnati-based grocery giant Kroger filed WARN [...]
A longtime spirits distributor is going bankrupt as drinking habits change
A major U.S. spirits distributor behind well-known vodka and bourbon brands has entered bankruptcy as changing consumer preferences reshape the alcohol industry. The case highlights growing pressure on legacy alcohol companies facing declining demand and rising costs. Bankruptcy filing and background Stoli Group USA, the U.S. distribution arm associated with Stoli vodka and owner of the Kentucky Owl bourbon brand, filed [...]
Major restaurant owner files for bankruptcy as dozens of locations close
The parent company of a string of well-known casual dining and fast-casual restaurant brands has filed for bankruptcy as financial pressures squeeze operations nationwide. The Chapter 11 filing comes as several units have already shuttered locations in recent months. Bankruptcy filing announced FAT Brands, the Los Angeles-based owner of concepts including Fatburger, Round Table Pizza, Johnny Rockets, and Fazoli’s, filed [...]
Is HelloFresh going out of business? Signs pointing to mounting financial pressure
Meal-kit giant HelloFresh has long been one of the biggest names in the subscription food industry – and one of the first brands to start the home meal kit delivery trends around 2012. However, recent layoffs, facility closures, and slowing demand have raised questions about whether the once-fast-growing company is facing deeper financial challenges. History and growth Founded in Berlin in 2011, HelloFresh quickly [...]
