A major California craft brewery is winding down operations at its longtime home, marking the end of an era for one of San Diego County’s best-known beer destinations. Sapporo USA is closing three facilities in Escondido, California, that were formerly associated with Stone Brewing. The shutdown is expected to affect approximately 220 workers as the company winds down its operations and moves beer production [...]
Restaurant chain backed by Oprah files for bankruptcy, abruptly closes a dozen locations
A popular health-focused restaurant chain is facing a major shake-up after filing for bankruptcy and abruptly closing a dozen restaurants across the country. True Food Kitchen filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on October 5 as it works to restructure its business and pursue a potential sale. As part of the restructuring, 12 restaurants permanently closed after serving their final customers on October 4. 12 [...]
Iconic restaurant chain closes more locations as U.S. footprint continues to shrink following bankruptcy
TGI Fridays continues to shrink its U.S. restaurant footprint nearly two years after filing for bankruptcy protection. New franchise disclosure information shows the longtime casual-dining chain has closed additional restaurants this year, even as it begins laying out plans for a potential comeback. Nine more restaurants have closed According to an amended 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, TGI Fridays had 80 U.S. [...]
Major grocery distributor to close Pennsylvania facility, laying off dozens of workers
A major grocery distributor is preparing to close one of its Pennsylvania facilities, putting dozens of jobs at risk. The closure is part of a broader effort to consolidate the company's distribution network and shift operations to other locations. Pennsylvania facility set to close United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) plans to close its distribution center at 2722 Commerce Way in Northeast Philadelphia, according to [...]
Popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain franchisee files for bankruptcy, putting 16 restaurants at risk
Moe’s Southwest Grill customers in three states could soon have fewer locations to choose from after one of the chain’s largest franchisees filed for bankruptcy. The operator is seeking to close 16 restaurants as it works to restructure its business. Franchisee files for Chapter 11 Quality Fresca, a Palm Beach, Florida-based Moe’s franchisee, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on August 4 in the U.S. Bankruptcy [...]
Major burger chain franchisee files for bankruptcy, putting more than 30 restaurants at risk
Wendy’s customers could see more restaurant closures in the coming weeks as one of the fast-food chain’s largest franchisees works through bankruptcy. The company behind hundreds of Wendy’s locations has identified dozens of restaurants that could be shut down as part of its restructuring efforts. Franchisee bankruptcy Meritage Hospitality Group, a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based franchisee, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy [...]
