After more than three decades serving the East Valley, a longtime Arizona Mexican restaurant has closed one of its locations, marking the end of an era for many loyal customers. Serrano's Mexican Restaurants has permanently closed its McKellips Road restaurant in Mesa after 34 years in business. The family-owned chain announced the decision in a statement, citing a combination of rising operating costs and declining [...]
Longtime Miami diner closes after 55 years as redevelopment plans move forward
For more than five decades, it served late-night diners, early-morning commuters, students, and families from across Miami. Now, one of the city's most recognizable restaurant landmarks has permanently closed its doors after 55 years in business. End of an era on Biscayne Boulevard The Denny's restaurant at 3600 Biscayne Boulevard permanently closed on March 29, ending a run that began in the early 1970s. Located between [...]
These restaurant chains are opening hundreds of new locations across the U.S.
While some restaurant chains are closing underperforming stores, others are doing the exact opposite. Several major brands have announced ambitious expansion plans, betting that consumer demand remains strong despite economic uncertainty. Jersey Mike's continues rapid growth Jersey Mike's Subs has become one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains in the country. The sandwich chain continues to add hundreds of new [...]
Chick-fil-A loses top customer satisfaction ranking after 11-year reign
For more than a decade, Chick-fil-A held the title of America's highest-rated fast-food chain for customer satisfaction. Now, that streak has come to an end. According to the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), sandwich chain Jersey Mike's has overtaken Chick-fil-A to claim the No. 1 spot among quick-service restaurants. Jersey Mike's earned a score of 84 out of 100, narrowly edging Chick-fil-A, which [...]
The 5 most endearingly weird restaurants in Oregon
Oregon's independent streak extends naturally into its restaurants. As with the wonderfully odd places among Florida's weirdest restaurants, Oregon's most memorable dining destinations offer much more than food. A table might begin moving beneath your dessert. Your coffee could arrive engulfed in flames. Dinner might even be served inside an old elementary school or miles into the high desert. Rimsky-Korsakoffee House [...]
The 4 most beloved Iowa restaurants closing their doors this month
Iowa is seeing a series of notable restaurant closures this month, from an acclaimed Des Moines fine-dining spot to longtime local favorites. The closings reflect a broader national trend of restaurant closures shaking communities across the country. Clyde's Fine Diner in Des Moines Clyde's Fine Diner, one of Des Moines' most acclaimed restaurants, closed at the end of June after chef and owner Chris Hoffman decided [...]














