“Yeah, not going back.” That was how one Reddit user reacted after describing a Waffle House visit filled with sticky surfaces, flies, loud staff, and a generally unpleasant dining room experience. Waffle House is one of America’s most recognizable restaurant chains, and part of its appeal is that it is not polished. Fans love the counter seating, hash browns, waffles, late-night energy, and no-frills diner atmosphere. [...]
Kroger shoppers are seeing major changes at stores nationwide
Kroger shoppers are seeing several changes at the grocery chain, from store closures to new ways to use rewards. The company has been working through a major reset after its failed merger with Albertsons, and some of the changes are already affecting customers. Kroger has disclosed plans to close about 60 stores, updated its rewards program, continued pushing digital shopping, and faced scrutiny over electronic shelf labels [...]
Food manufacturing layoffs mount in 2026 as major companies cut jobs and close facilities
The food manufacturing industry is facing another difficult year as several major companies announce layoffs, plant closures and restructuring efforts aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency. From global food giants to iconic American brands, thousands of workers have been affected as manufacturers grapple with changing consumer habits, inflationary pressures and slowing demand in some categories. Nestlé leads the [...]
Beloved Colorado restaurant closing today after 22 amazing years
One of Denver's longest-running neighborhood restaurants is serving its final meals today (Thursday July 9). Table 6, the American bistro at 609 Corona Street in Denver's Alamo Placita neighborhood, is closing after 22 years in business. Its final day adds to a difficult month for Colorado dining, as two beloved Colorado restaurants are closing in July. For longtime Denver diners, Table 6 was more than a restaurant. It [...]
When could Rhode Island get a Buc-ee’s?
Rhode Island may be one of the hardest states in America to imagine as a Buc-ee's target. That is not because people there would ignore it. A Buc-ee's in Rhode Island would almost certainly draw crowds, curiosity and plenty of road-trip selfies. But the state has a basic problem: Buc-ee's is huge, and Rhode Island is not. As Buc-ee's expansion plans keep moving into new states, Rhode Island remains outside the [...]
The 4 most beloved Connecticut restaurants that closed this month
Connecticut diners lost several familiar restaurants this month, and the closures touched different parts of the state. The losses come after other recent Connecticut goodbyes, including a longtime waterfront restaurant that closed after nearly 50 years. Here are four beloved Connecticut restaurants that closed this month. Union Kitchen in West Hartford Union Kitchen in West Hartford closed after dinner on June [...]
