Restaurant closures could become more common in 2026 as operators continue to battle rising costs and changing consumer spending habits. New industry data suggests that as many as 10% to 15% of U.S. restaurants could be at risk this year. Thousands of restaurants could face closure risk According to Black Box Intelligence, between 10% and 15% of restaurant operators are considered vulnerable in 2026. The firm identified [...]
“I will never go back”: Denny’s customers share the meals that finally turned them away
“I will never go back.” That was how one Reddit user described their reaction after a disappointing visit to Denny’s, saying the food was bad enough to end their relationship with the diner chain. Denny’s has been a familiar name in American dining for decades. It is known for breakfast plates, late-night meals, coffee refills, pancakes, burgers, and the kind of all-day menu that makes it a default stop for road trips, [...]
“Simply not worth what they charge”: Olive Garden diners share why they’re finished paying up
“Simply NOT worth what they charge now.” That was how one Reddit user described Olive Garden in a discussion about the chain’s prices and whether the restaurant still feels like a good deal. Olive Garden remains one of the best-known casual dining chains in the country. It has loyal fans who love the unlimited breadsticks, soup, salad, pasta dishes, and familiar family-restaurant atmosphere. But online, some diners say [...]
The 5 weirdest restaurants for Florida Man
Florida is already one of America's strangest states, so its restaurants have a high standard to meet. Its dining map changes constantly, with three beloved Florida restaurants closing in June alone. Fortunately, the state still has places where guests can eat in vintage cars, watch underwater mermaids or cheer as armored knights knock each other from horses. Here are five of Florida's weirdest dining experiences, some [...]
Delaware has the highways Buc-ee’s loves. So where is it?
Delaware is tiny, but its highways punch above their weight. Interstate 95 cuts through northern Delaware near Wilmington. Route 1 carries beach traffic toward Dover, the Delaware beaches and the shore. U.S. 13 runs north and south through the state. I-295 and the Delaware Memorial Bridge connect the state to New Jersey and the broader Northeast corridor. In other words, Delaware has travelers. So why does it still [...]
California wine giant announces new layoffs as industry downturn continues
California's wine industry continues to face mounting pressure, and the nation's largest wine producer is making additional cuts. E. & J. Gallo Winery has announced another facility closure and round of layoffs, marking the latest chapter in a difficult period for the industry. Gallo to close Lodi facility, cut 20 jobs In June, E. & J. Gallo Winery announced plans to close its crush facility in Lodi, California, [...]
