A popular international restaurant chain made a major push into Southern California just a few years ago, hoping to establish a much larger presence in the region. Instead, the brand has now pulled back dramatically, leaving just one location operating in the area. Ambitious expansion plans Pret a Manger, the London-based chain known for freshly prepared sandwiches, salads, wraps, coffee and other grab-and-go foods, [...]
Discount grocery chain closes 12 stores as company scales back rapid expansion plans
A popular discount grocery chain is closing more stores across the country after a period of rapid expansion. The latest shutdowns bring the retailer's total number of store closures this year to 40, marking a significant shift for a company that had been aggressively growing its footprint. 12 more stores shut down Grocery Outlet closed 12 stores during the 13 weeks ended July 4, 2026, according to recent reporting on [...]
Florida restaurant closing after nearly 70 years as competition and rising costs take toll
A longtime Amelia Island restaurant is preparing to serve its final meals, bringing an end to a run that spans nearly seven decades. The closure marks another major change for a coastal community where the restaurant has become a familiar destination for generations of locals and visitors. The Surf prepares to close The Surf Restaurant, Bar & Motel in Fernandina Beach, Florida, announced August 12 that it will [...]
Major food company announces layoffs and plans to sell Washington facility
A major food company is making sweeping changes to its operations, including plans that could affect hundreds of workers in Washington state. The company says the changes are part of an effort to address ongoing challenges in its beef business. Pasco facility is up for sale Tyson Foods announced in August that it plans to sell its beef processing facility in Pasco, Washington, as part of a broader restructuring of its [...]
Kansas City food hall abruptly closes after nearly 8 years, leaving seven restaurants scrambling
A popular Kansas City food hall has abruptly closed its doors, leaving seven independent restaurant operators with only days to figure out what comes next. Parlor KC, which helped establish the Crossroads Arts District as a destination for food and nightlife, announced its permanent closure with little warning. Parlor closes after nearly eight years Parlor KC opened in 2018 in a historic building at 1707 Locust St. in [...]
Major grocery supplier is closing Pennsylvania facility and eliminating dozens of jobs
A major company that supplies groceries to supermarkets across the country is closing one of its Pennsylvania facilities, putting dozens of jobs at risk. The latest closure is part of a broader effort by the company to streamline its distribution network. Philadelphia distribution center is closing United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), one of the largest grocery distributors in the United States, is closing its Northeast [...]
