A growing number of restaurant brands owned by FAT Brands could face uncertain futures following the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing earlier this year, especially after the abrupt collapse of Smokey Bones in April. Bankruptcy raises concerns across portfolio FAT Brands, which owns more than a dozen restaurant concepts including Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Round Table Pizza, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, and Great American [...]
These once-popular restaurant chains are disappearing from Florida in 2026
Florida’s restaurant industry has seen a growing number of chain shutdowns in 2026, with several once-popular brands either closing all remaining locations or rapidly disappearing from the state. From barbecue chains to tropical-themed casual dining restaurants, the closures reflect the ongoing struggles facing the restaurant industry as companies deal with inflation, weaker consumer spending, rising labor costs, and [...]
Grocery giant announces dozens of store closures as industry pressures mountÂ
America's largest traditional supermarket operator is trimming its store base as it focuses on stronger-performing locations and long-term growth. Kroger has announced plans to close dozens of underperforming stores across its portfolio, joining a growing list of retailers reevaluating their physical footprints amid changing consumer habits and rising operating costs. The closures come as the company works to improve [...]
Longtime Arizona Mexican restaurant chain closes one of its last remaining locations
Another longtime Arizona restaurant is preparing to shut down a location that has served generations of East Valley diners for more than three decades. The closure adds to a growing list of restaurant shutdowns across the Phoenix metro area as operators continue facing rising costs and changing consumer habits. Closure marks the end of a longtime Mesa staple Serrano’s Mexican Food announced that its McKellips Road [...]
Popular fast-casual chain plans dozens of restaurant closures as turnaround efforts continue
Noodles & Company is planning to close dozens of restaurants as the fast-casual chain works to improve profitability and strengthen its long-term performance. The Colorado-based restaurant brand, known for serving globally inspired noodle dishes, disclosed plans to close approximately 30 to 35 underperforming locations in 2026. The move comes as the company continues efforts to streamline operations and focus resources [...]
New Jersey beverage plant to shut down, eliminating more than 100 jobs
Another major food manufacturer is shutting down a U.S. production facility as the plant-based food industry continues facing slowing demand and restructuring pressure. Danone announced plans to permanently close its Bridgeton, New Jersey manufacturing facility, resulting in approximately 114 layoffs later this year. The plant is scheduled to close on August 4, 2026. Plant produced Silk and So Delicious [...]
