Chipotle is still in growth mode, with plans to open 350 to 370 new restaurants in 2026, but a lively Reddit discussion shows one familiar complaint has not gone away: portion sizes. In a September 24 Reddit thread that drew more than 1,200 upvotes, one customer said a dispute over chicken and extra steak was the “last straw.” The poster claimed an employee shook meat off the serving spoon and, when asked for more, replied, [...]
Lafayette Buc-ee’s finally sets a November groundbreaking date
Lafayette’s long-delayed Buc-ee’s project has a new date to circle. After months of uncertainty around the southern Louisiana store, the company has now set a November 9 groundbreaking ceremony—an important step beyond the status covered in our earlier look at where both Louisiana Buc-ee’s projects stand. The ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the future store site near Louisiana Avenue and Interstate 10 in Lafayette. [...]
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 [...]
